MAINTENANCE
A. THE BASE UNIT
If any fault develops, it must repaired by a qualified technician only. Contact your
CLARKE dealer for advice. Maintenance of the unit is limited to the following.
1.
If the machine is in constant use, inspect every 3-4
months, and use
dry
compressed air to remove any
dust deposit. Ensure all precautions are taken with
regard to the use of compressors to clean the
electronic components.
2.
Check the air filter regularly. Condensate is drained
off
immediately the compressed air supply is removed
from
the machine. Whenever the machine is not
used for 1
week or more, the compressed air
supply should be
d i s c o n n e c t e d
completely, and any condensate
NEVER ATTEMPT TO CARRY OUT ANY MAINTENANCE ON THE TORCH,
UNLESS THE MAINS SUPPLY IS DISCONNECTED
No special tools are required to replace torch parts. Simply unscrew the nozzle
assembly, and all components are easily replaced.
1.
The torch must be kept free of slag at all times, to ensure the free passage of
2.
Check the condition of the electrode. One which is worn, i.e. has a crater 1.5
to 2mm deep at its centre, should be renewed. Unscrew the electrode only
when the cooling air flow has finished, to avoid damage to the torch body.
3. Check to ensure the hole in the nozzle is not too wide or deformed, as this may
cause problems for the cuting arc. A nozzle with a damaged or enlarged hole
Fig. 6
15
K I N G
35N
drained completely as follows:
KING 35N.
Turn the knurled nut (see fig. 6), anticlockwise so that
the drain is fully open. Remember to screw the
nut in
again once the condensate has
drained.
KING 50
Fig. 7
Pull down on each of the drain hoses, as shown in
Fig.7
untill all condensate has drained, then
release the hoses
B. THE TORCH ASSEMBLY
WARNING
