Forney 325P, Operating Manual

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3 Months • Replace any cracked or damaged parts.
• Check the torch trigger for damage.
• Check torch body for wear, exposed wires or
damage, replace as required.
• Check outer covering of work clamp lead for wear,
repair or replace as required.
• Check the power cord for wear or damage,
replace if damaged.
6 Months • Blow out or vacuum inside.
CAUTION! Plasma torch consumable parts should be
hand-tightened. A wrench is provided for electrode removal in
the event you need extra leverage in removal.
CAUTION! Inspect shield cup, nozzle, air diffuser and electrode for wear and debris before
cutting or whenever cutting speed has been significantly reduced.
CAUTION! Use only dry compressed air for cleaning. Do not point the jet of air at the
electronic circuits contained within this system.
CAUTION! Do not operate torch without a nozzle or electrode in place. Be sure to use
genuine Forney parts.
NOTE:
It is recommended that the electrode and nozzle should be replaced at the same time to insure
even wear and optimal performance.
PART INSPECT ACTION
Shield Cup The center hole for round-
ness.
Replace the shield cup if the hole is
no longer round.
The gap between the
shield cup and nozzle for
accumulated debris.
Remove the shield cup and clean
any debris away, replace if
damaged or un-cleanable.
Examine for cracks, burn-
through or chips.
Replace shield cup if cracked,
burned-through or chipped.
Nozzle
(Tip)
Center hole should be
round.
Replace if the center hole is no lon-
ger round, out-of-round.
Oxidized exterior. Can be cleaned with an abrasive
cloth, use no solvents.
Air Diffuser
Ring
Verify there are no burns or
cracks or that airflow holes
are not obstructed.
If damaged, replace.
Electrode
The center surface for wear
and verify pit depth.
Replace electrode when crater set-
tling on emitting surface is about
1/16” (2mm).
Consumable Maintenance