6.4 COMMON CUTTING PROBLEMS
Listed below are common cutting problems followed by the probable cause of each.
If problems are determined to be caused by Handy Plasma, refer to the maintenance
section of this manual. If the problem is not corrected after referring to the maintenance
section, contact your ESAB representative.
A.
Insufficient Penetration.
1.
Cutting speed too fast.
2.
Damaged cutting nozzle.
3.
Improper air pressure.
B.
Main Arc Estinguishes.
Cutting speed too slow.
C.
Dross Formation.
(In some materials and thicknesses, it may be impossible to get
dross-free cuts)
1.
Cutting speed too fast or too slow.
2.
Improper air pressure.
3.
Faulty nozzle or electrode.
D.
Double Arching.
(Damaged nozzle orifice)
1.
Low air pressure.
2.
Damaged cutting nozzle
3.
Loose cutting nozzle.
4.
Heavy spatter.
E.
Uneven Arc.
Damaged cutting nozzle or worn electrode
F.
Unstable Cutting Conditions.
1.
Incorrect cutting speed.
2.
Loose cable or hose connections.
3.
Electrode and/or cutting nozzle in poor condition.
G.
Main Arc Does Not Strike.
(Loose connections)
H.
Poor Consumable Life.
1.
Improper gas pressure.
2.
Contaminated air supply.
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