Firepower FP-80, Operating Manual

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OPERATION 22 Manual 0-2803
a. AC Power indicator turns OFF.
b. Fans turn OFF.
14. Place the main power disconnect to open.
a. Main AC power is removed from the system.
4.05 Preparations for Operating
Follow this set-up procedure each time the system is op-
erated:
WARNING
Disconnect primary power at the source before dis-
assembling the power supply, torch, or torch leads.
A. Torch Parts Selection
Check the torch for proper assembly and appropriate front
end torch parts. The torch parts (shield cup, tip and elec-
trode) must correspond with the type of operation (cut-
ting or gouging). Refer to the Instruction Manual sup-
plied with the Torch Assembly for proper parts selection.
B. Check primary power source as follows:
1. Check the power source for proper input voltage. Make
sure the input power source meets the power require-
ments for the unit per Section 2.03-A-4, Specifications/
Design Features.
2. Connect the input power cable (or close the main dis-
connect switch) to supply power to the system.
C. Gas Selection
Select desired gas (air or nitrogen). Make sure gas source
meets pressure and flow requirements (refer to Section
3.08, Gas Connections). Check connection and turn gas
supply on.
D. Work Cable Connection
Check for a solid and clean work cable connection to the
workpiece. The area must be free from paint and rust.
Make a solid work cable
connection to the work-
piece or cutting table
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Figure 4-6 Work Cable Connection To Workpiece
E. Torch Connection
Check that the torch is properly connected.
F. Purge the System (Gas Pre-Flow)
Move the ON/OFF switch to ON position. To start the
pre-flow move the RUN/SET switch to SET position for
a minimum of 20 seconds. The pre-flow gas purge will
remove any moisture that may have accumulated in the
torch and leads while the system was shut down. The
torch cannot be activated during pre-flow.
G. Select Output Current
Select the desired current output level for the operation.
• 15 to 60 amps for standoff cutting and gouging
• 15 to 35 amps for drag cutting
H. Set Operating Pressure
Move the RUN/SET switch to SET position. Adjust the
gas pressure to 60 psi (4.1 bar).
I. RUN/SET Switch
Set the RUN/SET switch to RUN position.
The system is now ready for operation.