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OPERATING

MANUAL

CUTMASTER® 40

PLASMA CUTTING SYSTEM

WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS!

Congratulations on your new Thermal Dynamics product. We are proud to have you as our customer

and will strive to provide you with the best service and reliability in the industry. This product is

backed by our extensive warranty and world-wide service network. To locate your nearest distributor

or service agency call 1-800-426-1888, or visit us on the web at www.esab.com.

This Operating Manual has been designed to instruct you on the correct use and operation of your

Thermal Dynamics product. Your satisfaction with this product and its safe operation is our ultimate

concern. Therefore please take the time to read the entire manual, especially the Safety Precautions.

They will help you to avoid potential hazards that may exist when working with this product.

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The Brand of Choice for Contractors and Fabricators Worldwide.

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excellent delivery, superior customer service and technical support, together with excellence in

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Above all, we are committed to developing technologically advanced products to achieve a safer

working environment within the welding industry.

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Plasma Cutting Power Supply

CutMaster® 40

SL60™ 1Torch™

Operating Manual Number 0-5557

Published by:

ESAB Group Incorporated

2800 Airport Rd.

Denton, Texas 76207

www.esab.com

Thermal Dynamics an ESAB brand.

Reproduction of this work, in whole or in part, without written permission of the

publisher is prohibited.

The publisher does not assume and hereby disclaims any liability to any party for

any loss or damage caused by any error or omission in this Manual, whether such

error results from negligence, accident, or any other cause.

For Material Print Specications, refer to document 47x1961

Original Publication Date: 15 November, 2019

Revision Date: 13 December, 2019

See website for Warranty Information.

Record the following information for Warranty purposes:

Where Purchased:_______________________________ _____________________

Purchase Date:__________________________ ____________________________

Power Supply Serial #:_______________________________ _________________

Torch Serial #:______________________________ _________________________

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WARNING

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 best judgment, the Manufacturer

assumes no liability for its use.

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Be sure this information reaches the operator.

You can get extra copies through your supplier.

CAUTION

These INSTRUCTIONS are for experienced operators. If you are not fully

familiar with the principles of operation and safe practices for arc welding

and cutting equipment, we urge you to read our booklet, “Precautions and

Safe Practices for Arc Welding, Cutting, and Gouging,” Form 52-529. Do

NOT permit untrained persons to install, operate, or maintain this equip-

ment. Do NOT attempt to install or operate this equipment until you have

read and fully understand these instructions. If you do not fully understand

these instructions, contact your supplier for further information. Be sure to

read the Safety Precautions before installing or operating this equipment.

USER RESPONSIBILITY

This equipment will perform in conformity with the description thereof contained in this manual and accompanying labels

and/or inserts when installed, operated, maintained and repaired in accordance with the instructions provided. This

equipment must be checked periodically. Malfunctioning or poorly maintained equipment should not be used. Parts that

are broken, missing, worn, distorted or contaminated should be replaced immediately. Should such repair or replacement

become necessary, the manufacturer recommends that a telephone or written request for service advice be made to the

Authorized Distributor from whom it was purchased.

This equipment or any of its parts should not be altered without the prior written approval of the manufacturer. The user

of this equipment shall have the sole responsibility for any malfunction which results from improper use, faulty mainte-

nance, damage, improper repair or alteration by anyone other than the manufacturer or a service facility designated by

the manufacturer.

!

READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR

OPERATING.

PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS!

ASSUREZ-VOUS QUE CETTE INFORMATION EST DISTRIBUÉE À L’OPÉRATEUR.

VOUS POUVEZ OBTENIR DES COPIES SUPPLÉMENTAIRES CHEZ VOTRE FOUR-

NISSEUR.

MISE EN GARDE

Les INSTRUCTIONS suivantes sont destinées aux opérateurs qualiés seulement.

Si vous n’avez pas une connaissance approfondie des principes de fonctionne-

ment et des règles de sécurité pour le soudage à l’arc et l’équipement de coupage,

nous vous suggérons de lire notre brochure « Precautions and Safe Practices for

Arc Welding, Cutting and Gouging, » Brochure 0-5407. Ne permettez PAS aux per-

sonnes non qualiées d’installer, d’opérer ou de faire l’entretien de cet équipement.

Ne tentez PAS d’installer ou d’opérer cet équipement avant de lire et de bien com-

prendre ces instructions. Si vous ne comprenez pas bien les instructions, commu-

niquez avec votre fournisseur pour plus de renseignements. Assurez-vous de lire

les Règles de Sécurité avant d’installer ou d’opérer cet équipement.

RESPONSABILITÉS DE L’UTILISATEUR

Cet équipement opérera conformément à la description contenue dans ce manuel, les étiquettes d’accompagne-

ment et/ou les feuillets d’information si l’équipement est installé, opéré, entretenu et réparé selon les instructions

fournies. Vous devez faire une vérication périodique de l’équipement. Ne jamais utiliser un équipement qui ne

fonctionne pas bien ou n’est pas bien entretenu. Les pièces qui sont brisées, usées, déformées ou contaminées

doivent être remplacées immédiatement. Dans le cas où une réparation ou un remplacement est nécessaire, il

est recommandé par le fabricant de faire une demande de conseil de service écrite ou par téléphone chez le

Distributeur Autorisé de votre équipement.

Cet équipement ou ses pièces ne doivent pas être modiés sans permission préalable écrite par le fabricant.

L’utilisateur de l’équipement sera le seul responsable de toute défaillance résultant d’une utilisation incorrecte,

un entretien fautif, des dommages, une réparation incorrecte ou une modication par une personne autre que le

fabricant ou un centre de service désigné par le fabricant.

!

ASSUREZ-VOUS DE LIRE ET DE COMPRENDRE LE MANUEL D’UTILISATION

AVANT D’INSTALLER OU D’OPÉRER L’UNITÉ.

PROTÉGEZ-VOUS ET LES AUTRES!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION............................................................ 9

1.01 Notes, Cautions and Warnings ................................................................................... 9

SECTION 1 : INFORMATIONS GÉNÉRALES ................................................... 11

1.01 Remarques, avertissements et mises en garde ........................................................ 11

SECTION 2 SYSTEM: INTRODUCTION ......................................................... 13

2.01 How To Use This Manual ..........................................................................................13

2.02 Equipment Identication ......................................................................................... 13

2.03 Receipt Of Equipment ..............................................................................................13

2.04 Power Supply Specications ....................................................................................14

2.04.01 1 Phase 14

2.04.02 Additional Power Supply Specications 14

2.04.03 Generator Recommendations 15

2.05 Input Wiring Specications ......................................................................................15

2.06 Power Supply Features ............................................................................................16

SECTION 2 TORCH: INTRODUCTION ........................................................... 19

2T.01 Scope of Manual ...................................................................................................... 19

2T.02 General Description ................................................................................................. 19

2T.03 Specications ......................................................................................................... 19

SECTION 3 SYSTEM: INSTALLATION ........................................................... 21

3.01 Unpacking ............................................................................................................... 21

3.02 Lifting Options ......................................................................................................... 21

3.03 Gas Connections ...................................................................................................... 22

3.04 Primary Input Power Connections ........................................................................... 23

3.05 Work Lead Connections ........................................................................................... 24

SECTION 3 TORCH:

INSTALLATION ......................................................................................... 25

3T.01 Torch Connections....................................................................................................25

SECTION 4 SYSTEM: OPERATION ............................................................... 27

4.01 Front Panel Controls / Features ................................................................................ 27

4.02 Preparations for Operation ......................................................................................28

SECTION 4 TORCH: OPERATION .................................................................. 31

4T.01 Torch Parts Selection ............................................................................................... 31

4T.02 Hand Torch Operation .............................................................................................. 31

4T.03 Gouging...................................................................................................................35

4T.04 PATENT INFORMATION .............................................................................................37

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 5 SYSTEM: SERVICE ..................................................................... 39

5.01 General Maintenance ..............................................................................................39

5.02 Maintenance Schedule ............................................................................................ 39

5.03 Common Faults ........................................................................................................ 40

5.04 Fault Indicator .........................................................................................................41

5.05 Basic Troubleshooting Guide ....................................................................................42

5.06 Power Supply Basic Parts Replacement ................................................................... 44

SECTION 5 TORCH: SERVICE ...................................................................... 45

5T.01 General Maintenance .............................................................................................. 45

5T.02 Inspection and Replacement of Consumable Torch Parts ......................................... 46

SECTION 6: PARTS LISTS ........................................................................... 47

6.01 Introduction ............................................................................................................47

6.02 Ordering Information ..............................................................................................47

6.03 Power Supply System Replacement .........................................................................47

6.04 Replacement Power Supply Parts ............................................................................ 48

6.05 Options and Accessories ..........................................................................................48

6.06 External Replacement Parts ................................................................................... 49

6.07 Replacement Parts for SL60 Hand Torch .................................................................. 50

6.08 Replacement Parts for SL60QD Hand Torch ............................................................. 51

6.09 Torch Consumable Parts (SL60) ................................................................................52

APPENDIX 1: DATA TAG INFORMATION ...................................................... 53

APPENDIX 2: TORCH PIN  OUT DIAGRAMS ................................................ 54

APPENDIX 3: TORCH CONNECTION DIAGRAMS ........................................... 55

APPENDIX 4: PUBLICATION HISTORY ........................................................ 56

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SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION

1.01 Notes, Cautions and Warnings

Throughout this manual, notes, cautions, and warnings are used to highlight important information.

These highlights are categorized as follows:

NOTE!

An operation, procedure, or background information which requires additional emphasis or is helpful in

ecient operation of the system.

!!

CAUTION

A procedure which, if not properly followed, may cause damage to the equipment.

!!

WARNING

A procedure which, if not properly followed, may cause injury to the operator or others in the operating area.

WARNING

Gives information regarding possible electrical shock injury.

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AVERTISSEMENT

WARNING

1. Cutting sparks can cause explosion

or ﬁre.

1.1 Do not cut near ﬂammables.

1.2 Have a ﬁre extinguisher nearby and

ready to use.

1.3 Do not use a drum or other closed

container as a cutting table.

2. Plasma arc can injure and burn;

point the nozzle away from

yourself. Arc starts instantly when

triggered.

2.1 Turn o power before disassembling

torch.

2.2 Do not grip the workpiece near the

cutting path.

2.3 Wear complete body protection.

3. Hazardous voltage. Risk of electric

shock or burn.

3.1 Wear insulating gloves. Replace

gloves when wet or damaged.

3.2 Protect from shock by insulating

yourself from work and ground.

3.3 Disconnect power before servicing.

Do not touch live parts.

4. Plasma fumes can be hazardous.

4.1 Do not inhale fumes.

4.2 Use forced ventilation or local

exhaust to remove the fumes.

4.3 Do not operate in closed spaces.

Remove fumes with ventilation.

6. Become trained.

Only qualiﬁed personnel should

operate this equipment. Use torches

speciﬁed in the manual. Keep

non-qualiﬁed personnel and children

away.

5. Arc rays can burn eyes and injure

skin.

5.1 Wear correct and appropriate

protective equipment to protect

head, eyes, ears, hands, and body.

Button shirt collar. Protect ears from

noise. Use welding helmet with the

correct shade of ﬁlter.

7. Do not remove, destroy, or cover

this label.

Replace if it is missing, damaged,

or worn.

1. Les étincelles de coupage peuvent

provoquer une explosion ou un

incendie.

1.1 Ne pas couper près des matières

inﬂammables.

1.2 Un extincteur doit être à proximité

et prêt à être utilisé.

1.3 Ne pas utiliser un fût ou un autre

contenant fermé comme table de

coupage.

2. L’arc plasma peut blesser et brûler;

éloigner la buse de soi. Il s’allume

instantanément quand on l’amorce.

2.1 Couper l’alimentation avant de

démonter la torche.

2.2 Ne pas saisir la pièce à couper de la

trajectoire de coupage.

2.3 Se protéger entièrement le corps.

3. Tension dangereuse. Risque de

choc électrique ou de brûlure.

3.1 Porter des gants isolants. Remplacer

les gants quand ils sont humides ou

endommagés.

3.2 Se protéger contre les chocs en

s’isolant de la pièce et de la terre.

3.3 Couper l’alimentation avant

l’entretien. Ne pas toucher les pièces

sous tension.

4. Les fumées plasma peuvent être

dangereuses.

4.1 Ne pas inhaler les fumées.

4.2 Utiliser une ventilation forcée ou un

extracteur local pour dissiper les

fumées.

4.3 Ne pas couper dans des espaces clos.

Chasser les fumées par ventilation.

5. Les rayons d’arc peuvent brûler les

yeux et blesser la peau.

5.1 Porter un bon équipement de

protection pour se protéger la tête,

les yeux, les oreilles, les mains et le

corps. Boutonner le col de la chemise.

Protéger les oreilles contre le bruit.

Utiliser un masque de soudeur avec

un ﬁltre de nuance appropriée.

6. Suivre une formation.

Seul le personnel qualiﬁé a

le droit de faire fonctionner cet

équipement. Utiliser exclusivement

les torches indiquées dans le manual.

Le personnel non qualiﬁé et les

enfants doivent se tenir à l’écart.

7. Ne pas enlever, détruire ni couvrir

cette étiquette.

La remplacer si elle est absente,

endommagée ou usée.

Art # A-13294

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SECTION 1 : INFORMATIONS GÉNÉRALES

1.01 Remarques, avertissements et mises en garde

Le présent manuel est ponctué de remarques, d’avertissements et de mises en garde qui attirent

l’attention sur des informations importantes. Ces repères sont classés comme suit :

REMARQUE:

Fonction, procédé ou renseignement de base qui nécessite une plus grande attention ou contribue au

bon fonctionnement du système.

!!

ATTENTION

Procédé qui, s’il n’est pas suivi correctement, peut endommager l’équipement.

!!

AVERTISSEMENT

Procédé qui, s’il n’est pas suivi correctement, peut causer des lésions à l’utilisateur ou aux personnes

dans la zone d’exploitation.

AVERTISSEMENT

Fournit des renseignements relatifs à d’éventuelles blessures se devant à une décharge électrique.

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AVERTISSEMENT

WARNING

1. Cutting sparks can cause explosion

or ﬁre.

1.1 Do not cut near ﬂammables.

1.2 Have a ﬁre extinguisher nearby and

ready to use.

1.3 Do not use a drum or other closed

container as a cutting table.

2. Plasma arc can injure and burn;

point the nozzle away from

yourself. Arc starts instantly when

triggered.

2.1 Turn o power before disassembling

torch.

2.2 Do not grip the workpiece near the

cutting path.

2.3 Wear complete body protection.

3. Hazardous voltage. Risk of electric

shock or burn.

3.1 Wear insulating gloves. Replace

gloves when wet or damaged.

3.2 Protect from shock by insulating

yourself from work and ground.

3.3 Disconnect power before servicing.

Do not touch live parts.

4. Plasma fumes can be hazardous.

4.1 Do not inhale fumes.

4.2 Use forced ventilation or local

exhaust to remove the fumes.

4.3 Do not operate in closed spaces.

Remove fumes with ventilation.

6. Become trained.

Only qualiﬁed personnel should

operate this equipment. Use torches

speciﬁed in the manual. Keep

non-qualiﬁed personnel and children

away.

5. Arc rays can burn eyes and injure

skin.

5.1 Wear correct and appropriate

protective equipment to protect

head, eyes, ears, hands, and body.

Button shirt collar. Protect ears from

noise. Use welding helmet with the

correct shade of ﬁlter.

7. Do not remove, destroy, or cover

this label.

Replace if it is missing, damaged,

or worn.

1. Les étincelles de coupage peuvent

provoquer une explosion ou un

incendie.

1.1 Ne pas couper près des matières

inﬂammables.

1.2 Un extincteur doit être à proximité

et prêt à être utilisé.

1.3 Ne pas utiliser un fût ou un autre

contenant fermé comme table de

coupage.

2. L’arc plasma peut blesser et brûler;

éloigner la buse de soi. Il s’allume

instantanément quand on l’amorce.

2.1 Couper l’alimentation avant de

démonter la torche.

2.2 Ne pas saisir la pièce à couper de la

trajectoire de coupage.

2.3 Se protéger entièrement le corps.

3. Tension dangereuse. Risque de

choc électrique ou de brûlure.

3.1 Porter des gants isolants. Remplacer

les gants quand ils sont humides ou

endommagés.

3.2 Se protéger contre les chocs en

s’isolant de la pièce et de la terre.

3.3 Couper l’alimentation avant

l’entretien. Ne pas toucher les pièces

sous tension.

4. Les fumées plasma peuvent être

dangereuses.

4.1 Ne pas inhaler les fumées.

4.2 Utiliser une ventilation forcée ou un

extracteur local pour dissiper les

fumées.

4.3 Ne pas couper dans des espaces clos.

Chasser les fumées par ventilation.

5. Les rayons d’arc peuvent brûler les

yeux et blesser la peau.

5.1 Porter un bon équipement de

protection pour se protéger la tête,

les yeux, les oreilles, les mains et le

corps. Boutonner le col de la chemise.

Protéger les oreilles contre le bruit.

Utiliser un masque de soudeur avec

un ﬁltre de nuance appropriée.

6. Suivre une formation.

Seul le personnel qualiﬁé a

le droit de faire fonctionner cet

équipement. Utiliser exclusivement

les torches indiquées dans le manual.

Le personnel non qualiﬁé et les

enfants doivent se tenir à l’écart.

7. Ne pas enlever, détruire ni couvrir

cette étiquette.

La remplacer si elle est absente,

endommagée ou usée.

Art # A-13294

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SECTION 2 SYSTEM: INTRODUCTION

2.01 How To Use This Manual

This Owner’s Manual applies to just product(s) listed on page i.

To ensure safe operation, read the entire manual, including the chapter on safety instructions and

warnings.

Additional copies of this manual may be purchased by contacting Thermal Dynamics at the address

and phone number in your area listed on back cover of this manual. Include the Operating Manual

number and equipment identication numbers.

Electronic copies of this manual can also be downloaded at no charge in Acrobat PDF format by go-

ing to the ESAB web site listed below and clicking on "Product Support" / "ESAB Documentation": /

"Download Library", then navigate to "Plasma Equipment" and then "Manual".

http://www.esab.com

2.02 Equipment Identication

The unit’s identication number (specication or part number), model, and serial number usually appear

on a data tag attached to the bottom. Equipment which does not have a data tag such as torch and

cable assemblies are identied only by the specication or part number printed on loosely attached

card or the shipping container. Record these numbers on the bottom of page i for future reference.

2.03 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 imme-

diately to le 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 all equipment identication numbers as described above, along with a full description of the

parts in error.

Art# A-14343

Included items:

• CutMaster 40 Power Supply

• SL60™ Torch and Leads

• Work Lead with Work Clamp

• Spare Parts Kit ( 2 Electrodes, 2 Stando

Tips, 1 Gouging Tip, 1 Shield Cap and

1 Shield cup)

• 50 Amp to 20 Amp Adapter

• 20 Amp to 15 Amp Adapter (not shown)

• Operating Manual (not shown)

• Quick Start Guide

Move the equipment to the installation site before

un-boxing the unit. Use care to avoid damaging

the equipment when opening the box.

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2.04 Power Supply Specications

2.04.01 1 Phase

CM 40 120-240 VAC 1 Phase Power Supply Specications

Input Power 120 - 240 VAC, Single Phase, 50/60 Hz

1 Phase Input Power Cable

Power Supply includes 9' single phase 8AWG 3/C input

cable with NEMA 6-50P Plug.

Output Current 15 - 40 Amps, Continuously Adjustable

Power Supply Gas Filtering

Ability

Particulates to 5 Microns

Inlet Pressure 90-125 PSI (6.2-8.6 bar / 620-862 Kpa)

2.04.02 Additional Power Supply Specications

CM 40 Power Supply Duty Cycle *

Ambient Air Temperature

Duty Cycle Ratings @ 40° C (104° F)

Operating Range 0° - 50° C

Rating

208-240 VAC Units

Duty Cycle* 40% 60% 100%

Current

40 Amps 30 Amps 20 Amps

DC Voltage

135 130 135

* NOTE: The duty cycle will be reduced if the primary input power (AC) is low or the output

voltage (DC) is higher than shown in this chart.

CM 40 Power Supply Duty Cycle *

Ambient Air Temperature

Duty Cycle Ratings @ 40° C (104° F)

Operating Range 0° - 50° C

Rating

120 VAC Units

Duty Cycle* 30% 60% 100%

Current

27 Amps** 20 Amps 15 Amps

DC Voltage

92 93 89

* NOTE: The duty cycle will be reduced if the primary input power (AC) is low or the output

voltage (DC) is higher than shown in this chart.

** NOTE: 27 Amps is for a 20 Amp circuit ONLY!

DO NOT exceed a 20 Amp output setting on a 15 Amp circuit!

CM 40 Cut Capacity

Recommended Pierce Maximum

1/2" (12.7mm) 1/2" (12.7mm) 1" (25.4mm)

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2.04.03 Generator Recommendations

When using generators to power the CM40 Plasma Cutting System, the following ratings are a

minimum and are to be used along with the ratings previously listed.

CM 40 Generator Specications

Generator Output Rating CM 40 Output Current Arc Characteristic

3 kW / 120V 20A on 15A circuit Full

5 kW / 120V 27A on 20A circuit Full

6.8 kW 40A Full

NOTE: If Generator is equipped with an idle mode it will need to be in "Run" mode to operate at 40 amps.

NOTE!

Due to circuitry, age and condition two generators with the same ratings may produce dierent results. Adjust the

amperage accordingly.

2.05 Input Wiring Specications

1 Phase Input Cable Wiring Requirements

1 Phase CutMaster 40 Power Supply Input Cable Wiring Requirements

Input voltage Freq Power Input Suggested Sizes

Volts Hz kVA I max I

1

e

Fuse

(amps)

Flexible Cord

(Min. AWG)

1 Phase

120 / 15A 50/60 2.3 19.3 13.6 15 12 AWG (4mm



)

120 / 20A 50/60 3.1 25.3 18.3 20 12 AWG (4mm



)

208 50/60 6.1 29.2 18.5 50 12 AWG (4mm



)

220 50/60 6.1 27.9 17.6 50 12 AWG (4mm



)

230 50/60 6.0 26.1 16.5 50 12 AWG (4mm



)

240 50/60 6.0 25.1 15.9 50 12 AWG (4mm



)

Line Voltages with Suggested Circuit Protection and Wire Sizes

Based on National Electric Code and Canadian Electric Code

NOTE!

Refer to Local and National Codes or local authority having jurisdiction for proper wiring requirements.

Cable size is de-rated based on the Duty Cycle of the equipment.

Art# A-14359

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2.06 Power Supply Features

Handle and Leads Wrap

Torch Leads Receptacle

Control Panel

Work Lead Receptacle

Art # A-14041

Input Power Cord

Gas Inlet Port

Input Power ON/OFF Switch

Art # A-14042

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Weights and Dimensions

18.82"

478.07 mm

29 lb / 13.154 kg

8”

203.29 mm

12.25"

311.21 mm

Art # A-14039

Power Supply Dimensions & Weight

Clearances for Operation and Ventilation

15"

381 mm

6"

150 mm

15"

381 mm

6"

150 mm

Art # A-14040

Ventilation Clearance Requirements

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SECTION 2 TORCH: INTRODUCTION

2T.01 Scope of Manual

This manual contains descriptions, operating

instructions and maintenance procedures for the

1Torch Model SL60™ Plasma Cutting Torch. Service

of this equipment is restricted to properly trained

personnel; unqualied personnel are strictly cau-

tioned against attempting repairs or adjustments

not covered in this manual, at the risk of voiding

the Warranty.

Read this manual thoroughly. A complete under-

standing of the characteristics and capabilities

of this equipment will assure the dependable

operation for which it was designed.

2T.02 General Description

!!

CAUTION

Torch Leads are exible but internal wires can

be broken. Do not exceed a 2" radius bend and

avoid repeated tight bends when possible.

Refer to the Appendix Pages for

additional specications as related

to the Power Supply used.

2T.03 Specications

A. Torch Congurations

1. Hand/Manual Torch, Models

The hand torch head is at 75° to the torch

handle. The hand torches include a torch

handle and torch trigger assembly.

10.125" (257 mm)

3.75"

(95 mm)

1.17" (29 mm)

Art # A-03322_AB

Hand Torches are available as follows:

• 20 ft / 6.1 m

• 50 ft / 15.2 m

C. Torch Parts

Starter Cartridge, Electrode, Tip, Shield Cup

D. Parts - In - Place (PIP)

Torch Head has built - in switch

15 VDC circuit rating

E. Type Cooling

Combination of ambient air and gas stream

through torch.

F. Torch Ratings

Manual Torch Ratings

Ambient

Temperature

104° F

40° C

Duty Cycle

100% @ 60 Amps @ 400

scfh

Maximum

Current

60 Amps

Voltage (V

peak

) 500V

Arc Striking

Voltage

500V

G. Gas Requirements

Manual Torch Gas Speciﬁcations

Gas (Plasma and Secondary) Compressed Air

Operating Pressure

Refer to NOTE

90 - 120 psi

6.2 - 8.3 bar

Maximum Input Pressure 125 psi / 8.6 bar

Gas Flow (Cutting and

Gouging)

5 - 8.3 SCFM

300 - 500 scfh

142 - 235 lpm

!!

WARNING

This Torch is not to be used with oxygen (O

2

).

The SL60QD torch should not be used on an HF

system.

NOTE!

Operating pressure varies with torch model,

operating amperage, and torch leads length. Refer

to gas pressure settings charts for each model.

H. Direct Contact Hazard

For stando tip the recommended stando

is 3/16 inches / 4.7 mm.

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