ESAB PT-32 Plasma Torch Power Cable Deformation Troubleshooting instruction

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DATE: May 15, 2003 BULLETIN NO: P_03_012

TITLE/ PRODUCT NAME:

PT-32 Plasma Torch Power Cable Deformation

RATING:

_ DIRECTIVE _X_ ALERT

(Action is Required) (Potential Problem)

X_ INFORMATION _X_ PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT

(Action is Optional) (Enhanced Product)

X_ General Distribution _ _ Business Confidential

(Unrestricted) (Restricted Distribution)

PRODUCT SERIES/ MODEL:

PT32 power cables manufactured from January 2002 to April 2003.

SERIAL NO:

N/A

SUMMARY:

A sporadic problem has been reported primarily with 50 ft. PT-32 power cables irreversible curling or

twisting. Excessive power cable temperatures, above 120 Degrees F. (49 degrees C.), could cause

“shrinking” of insulating material inside the cable cover causing the cable cover to distort or twist as

shown below.

OPERATIONAL IMPACT:

Cable deformation can reduce air flow and cable cooling.

ACTION:

If cable deformation is observed or reported and the PT-32 is less that one year old we will handle the

situation as a standard “Return Authorization” and replace the cable under warranty.

For PT-32’s that have been in service for more than one year replace the cable with :

25 Ft. (7.6 m) 0558002841

50 Ft. (15.2 m) 0558002842

CONTACT:

ESAB Welding & Cutting Products

Product & Service Information Group

843-664-4416 Phone

843-664-5539 FAX