Forney 325P, Operating Manual

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Checking Air Quality
• To check air quality, deactivate the torch (post-flow) and place welding filter lens in front of
the torch. Any oil or moisture in the air will be visible on the lens.
• DO NOT initiate pilot arc while checking air quality.
The Forney 325P plasma system is a highly portable, generator-friendly plasma cutting system
appropriate for a wide-range of cutting applications.
The Forney 325P plasma system includes: one complete set of consumables, torch assembly, torch lead,
ground cable with ground clamp, power adapter, and plasma inverter power source.
Additional consumables and accessories can be ordered from any Forney Authorized Dealer. See
Maintenance and Parts section of this manual for additional information.
Refer to the rating plate on the back of the machine for ratings and specifications.
Generator Requirements:
Engine Drive
Output Current
Performance
4,000 W
20 A
Full Arc Stretch
On the bottom of the unit there is a plate that includes all the operating specifications for your Forney
325P Plasma System. The serial number of the product is also found on this plate.
The duty cycle is the amount of time, in minutes, that a plasma arc can remain on within a 10-minute
period when operated at an ambient temperature of 104 degrees F (40 degrees C).
If the power supply overheats because its duty cycle is exceeded, the yellow temperature LED will
illuminate, the arc will shut off and the cooling fan will continue to run. To resume cutting, wait for the
yellow temperature LED to extinguish.
NOTE:
Exceeding duty cycle can damage the system and void
warranty.
Model: Plasma Torch
• Air-cooled torch for plasma arc cutting (PAC)
• Parts-In-Place (PIP) safety features require all parts to be in place prior to operation,
• Safety trigger guard
• 35% Duty Cycle
• Cutting Capacity, see below
Operation
Description
Power Source Rating & Specifications
Performance Data Plate
Duty Cycling & Overheating
Torch Ratings & Specifications