Hobart Welding Products AirForce 400, Owner'S Manual

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out bottom of cut.
Ref. 802 878
5-4. Sequence Of Operation
After cutting arc starts, slowly
start moving torch across metal.
Adjust torch speed so
sparks go thru metal and
Pause briefly at end of
cut before releasing trigger.
EXAMPLE Of Cutting Operation
Raise trigger lock and press
trigger. Pilot arc starts.
Postflow continues for 20 seconds after
releasing trigger; cutting arc can be instantly
restarted during postflow by raising trigger
lock and pressing trigger.
The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed.
Place tip on work for drag cutting or for
maximum cutting speed and tip life, use a
standoff distance of 1/16 in (1.6 mm) to 1/8
in (3.2 mm) (dragging tip will reduce tip life).