VCm-200 SERIES
PORTAblE FlAmE
CUTTING mAChINE
SAFETY AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Issue Date: September 17, 2008
Manual No: 0056-1351Revision: A
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WARNINGS
Read and understand this entire Manual and your employer’s safety practices
before installing, operating, or servicing the equipment. While the information
contained in this Manual represents the Manufacturer’s judgment, the Manufacturer
assumes no liability for its use.
VCM-200 Series Portable Flame Cutting Machine
Safety and Operating Instructions
Instruction Guide Number: 0056-1351
Published by:
Thermadyne® Industries, Inc.
2800 Airport Rd.
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 566-2000
www.victorequip.com
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Table of Contents
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................1-1
1.01 How to Use this Manual .............................................
1.02 Receipt of Equipment .................................................
1.03 Description .................................................................1-1
SECTION 2: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................
SECTION 3: FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................3-5
3.01 Machine Features .......................................................3-5
3.02 Machine Specifications ...............................................
SECTION 4: MACHINE OPERATION ...................................................................
4.01 Torch Setup ................................................................4-7
4.02 Cutting Operations .....................................................
SECTION 5: MACHINE MAINTENANCE ............................................................
5.01 Routine Inspection ...................................................
5.02 Routine Lubrication ..................................................
5.03 Troubleshooting .......................................................5-15
5.04 Drive Clutch Adjustment ...........................................
5.05 Cutting Machine Repair ............................................
SECTION 6: REPLACEMENT PARTS ................................................................
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2-3
3-6
4-7
4-9
5-13
5-13
5-14
5-16
5-17
6-23
SECTION 7: EXPORT MODEL INFORMATION ...................................................7-33
SECTION 8: STATEMENT OF WARRANTY ........................................................8-35
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SECTION 1:
INTRODUCTION
1.01 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
To ensure safe operation, read the entire manual, including the chapters on safety
instructions and warnings.
Throughout this manual, the words WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE may appear. Pay
particular attention to the information provided under these headings. These special
annotations are easily recognized as follows:
NOTE
NOTE conveys installation, operation, or maintenance information which is
important but not hazard-related.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
1.02 RECEIPT OF EQUIPMENT
When you receive the equipment, check it against the invoice to make sure it is complete
and inspect the equipment for possible damage due to shipping. If there is any damage,
notify the carrier immediately to file a claim. Furnish complete information concerning
damage claims or shipping errors to the location in your area, listed on the back cover of
this manual. Include a full description of the parts in error.
If you want additional or replacement copies of this manual, please contact Thermadyne at
(800) 426-1888. Include the Manual number (Page i).
1.03 DESCRIPTION
The VCM-200, VCM-200HT (Hi-Temp.) and VCM-200HS (High Speed) Portable Flame Cutting
Machines have many outstanding design and construction features to give dependable, troublefree operation. A constant speed AC induction motor is located on the side opposite the cutting
torch for cooler operation. The cone disk drive has an automatic wear adjusting mechanism
that prolongs the life of the disk drive. Design simplicity makes the VCM-200 extremely easy
to service. Downtime and repair costs are reduced to a minimum.
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All Victor VCM-200 Series portable cutting machines are carefully assembled and thoroughly
tested at the factory before shipment. The machine is designed to provide dependable,
trouble-free service with minimum maintenance. This manual contains information needed to
operate and maintain the machine properly. If additional information is required, contact your
Authorized Victor Distributor.
The VCM-200 is a tough, ruggedly constructed cutting machine, yet compact and light enough
that it may be taken to the work site, wherever it may be. It is a versatile, economic, basic
guidance system that can be used for oxy-fuel flame cutting, flame treating or hardening, MIG
and TIG welding, high-speed plasma arc cutting, or movement of special equipment setups. It
is suitable for field jobs and repair work, plus straight line and circle cutting operations required
in metal fabrication.
The complete VCM-200 cutting machine consists of a heavy duty tractor unit fitted with an
adjustable torch mount and a three-hose gas manifold block. The torch holder has a 32-pitch
pinion to accommodate a variety of cutting torches available for use with the machine. Large
knobs are provided for easy torch position adjustments on both the cross rack holder and the
cutting torch holder.
The VCM-200 cutting machine accessories include a six-foot track section for straight line
cutting, a radius rod assembly for circle cutting operations, a dual torch mount assembly, a
torch holder slide assembly and a heat shield. The dual torch mount assembly provides an
adjustable mount for up to four cutting torches. The torch holder slide assembly is used to
install additional torches on the cross racks of either standard or dual torch mounts. Additional
six-foot track sections are available for extending the VCM-200 operating track to any length
desired. The VCM-200 is listed with Underwriters Laboratories, Inc (UL).
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SECTION 2:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read and understand these operating instructions before attempting to operate or service
this equipment.
The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
WARNING
This product contains chemicals, including lead, or otherwise produces
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5 et seq.)
WARNING
Personal injury or property damage can occur if you fail to follow the instructions
in this manual.
WARNING
Working with high-pressure gas can be hazardous. Open all valves SLOWLY. Very
high temperatures and pressures, with possible damage to the equipment, will
result if valves are not opened slowly.
WARNING
DO NOT use a flame or “sniff” test for leaks.
WARNING
Never permit oil, grease, or other combustible materials to come in contact with
cylinders, manifold, and connections. Oil and grease may react with explosive force
while in contact with some gases, particularly oxygen and nitrous oxide.
WARNING
ALWAYS open cylinder, header, and manifold valves very slowly. When valves are
opened rapidly, sudden pressurization will cause heat of recompression to occur.
These temperatures and pressures can damage the manifold system and may
cause injury to operator. ALWAYS open valves slowly.
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WARNING
DO NOT kink, twist, or bend pigtails into a radius smaller than 5 inches. If you do
this, the pigtail might burst.
WARNING
ALWAYS secure cylinders with racks, straps, or chains. Unrestrained cylinders
may fall over and damage or break off the cylinder valve.
WARNING
Electrically ground oxygen and fuel gas manifolds and cylinders. Static discharges
and lightning may ignite materials in an oxygen atmosphere, creating fire or
explosions.
WARNING
DO NOT apply heat to any part of the manifold system.
WARNING
DO NOT weld near piping. Excessive heat may cause certain gases to dissociate,
creating explosive force.
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SECTION 3:
FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS
3.01 MACHINE FEATURES
The VCM-200 Series cutting machine offers the following operation, performance and
design features.
1. Operating Features
Makes straight-line cuts of any length.
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Makes circle cuts up to 96" in diameter.
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Makes bevel or chamfer cuts - has calibrated scale for easy torch angle selection.
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Makes X, Y, V or K cuts with multiple torches for plate edge operation.
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Cuts strips, with two or more torches, in a single pass. Infinitely variable cutting speeds
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from 1" to 60" per minute (VCM-200/VCM-200HT) or 5" to 120" per minute (VCM-200HS).
Speed indicator is calibrated at the factory to indicate speed over the entire
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speed range.
Dual speed and clutch controls make the machine easy to operate from either end.
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Routine maintenance is quickly and easily accomplished.
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WARNING
The VCM-200 is not designed to detect the end of its track or workpiece. Be sure
an unattended machine does not fall from an elevated work piece.
2. Performance Features
Constant speed AC induction motor located on the side opposite the cutting torch runs
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cooler, so the drive speed is not adversely affected by temperature, as are electronicallycontrolled motors.
Speed regulation operates well at low and high speeds due to the cone disk variable
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speed drive and the AC induction motor.
Flat top mounting surface has standard bolt pattern to accommodate MIG, TIG, plasma
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or other welding or cutting equipment.
Location of the special rotating manifold ensures easy cutting in either direction and
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aids in machine balance and stabilization.
3. Design Features
Integral carrying handle, lightweight and balanced design allow the machine to be
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carried with one hand.
A balanced design makes the machine stable when cutting, allowing a racking distance of
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up to 18" from the machine with a standard torch, and no counterweight is required.
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DRIVE
FREE
LOW
HIGH
11.5"
292 mm
5.5"
140 mm
28.5"
724 mm
11"
279 mm
14.25"
362 mm
Cone disk drive has an automatic wear adjusting mechanism which prolongs the life of
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the drive. Knobs and levers are recessed for added protection. Ball bearings or special
bushings are used at all critical locations.
All rotating shafts run on permanently lubricated bearings.
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3.02 MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
Outline Dimensions Outline dimensions are shown in Figure 1, below.
Capacities
Speed Range
Power Requirements
Weights
The VCM-200HT is modified to withstand 300°F continuous operating temperatures
such as found in mill and foundry applications.
Cutting Length: Increments of 72" (1829 mm)
Circle Diameter: 4" to 96" (102 to 2438 mm)
VCM-200 and VCM-200HT: 1 to 60 ipm (25 to 1524 mmpm)
VCM-200HS: 5 to 120 ipm (127 to 3048 mmpm)
115 V .42 A 60 Hz, single phase E Models; 220 V .23A 50 Hz/.21A
60 Hz, single phase
Tractor Unit alone: 30.5 lbs (13.8 Kg)
Tractor Unit with rigging: 37.5 Ibs (17.0 Kg)
NOTE
Figure 1: VCM-200/VCM-200HT/VCM-200HS Outline Dimensions
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SECTION 4:
MACHINE OPERATION
The information in this section is provided to familiarize the operator with operating controls
and procedures.
NOTE
Other recommended operating instructions available at your distributor are:
0056-1625 - Safety & Operating Instructions for Compressed Gas Regulators;
0056-0136 - Safety & Operating Instructions for Cutting Torches.
4.01 TORCH SETUP
A. Standard Single Torch Setup
Setup of the VCM-200 with standard torch mount and manifold block is shown in Figure 2.
Secure the single torch mount post (1) the outer
case mounting surface with four allen-head cap
screws. Slip the rack handle assembly (2) over the
torch mount post and secure it with the set screw.
The rack handle assembly is free to rotate until
the clamping bolt is tightened. Insert racking bar
assembly (3) so that the rack properly engages
the pinion gear in the rack handle assembly.
Connect the torch holder assembly (4) to the
torch pivot knuckle (5) which fits over the round
end of the racking bar assembly. Leave clamping
screws, provided at each of these points, slightly
loose for adjustment. Then, tighten securely after
positioning adjustments are made.
Insert the cutting torch (6) into the torch holder so
that the torch rack properly engages the adjusting
gear of the torch holder. Tighten the torch holder
wing nuts enough to hold the torch securely, yet
permit vertical adjustment of the torch in the torch
holder with the adjusting knob. Use either twohose or three-hose torches.
Insert the manifold block (7) in the end of the rack
handle assembly. Screw the proper hose adapters
into the inlets and outlets of the manifold block.
Use fuel gas hose adapters in the center pair of
holes and oxygen hose adapters in the outer two
pairs of holes. Connect the required hoses from
the manifold block to the cutting torch. If using a
two-hose cutting torch, omit the right-hand hose.
Figure 2:
Setup with Standard Torch Mount
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Figure 3: Setup with Dual Torch Mount
B. Optional Dual Torch Setup
Set up the optional dual torch mount assembly, Part No. 0252-0136, as shown in Figure 3.
Install the dual torch mount plate (1) on the machine housing in place of the single torch mount
post supplied with the standard machine package. Attach the removed single torch mount post,
along with the second one (supplied with the dual torch mount assembly), at the ends of the
dual torch mount plate.
Install the rack handle assembly (2) (supplied with the dual torch mount assembly) on one
of the torch mount posts and install the rack handle assembly from the single torch mount
assembly on the other torch mount post (3). Then install the two torch holders (4) on their
respective racking bar assemblies and torches as explained in Section 4.01. Use the Y-fittings
(5) furnished with the dual torch mount assembly to make the necessary dual connections at
the gas manifold accommodate the additional cutting torch.
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