Hypertherm SYNC Powermax 105, Operator'S Manual

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Operate the Plasma System
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When to replace the cartridge (fault code 0-32-
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The system has a cartridge end-of-life detection feature that tells you when to install a new
Hypertherm cartridge. This feature helps to prevent damage to the torch. You can choose to replace
the cartridge before it gets to this condition if the cut quality is no longer satisfactory. Refer to
Get
the most out of your cartridges on page 107.
When it is necessary to replace a cartridge, replace the full cartridge with a new one. Do not
try to disassemble the cartridge.
No maintenance is necessary on the cartridge except possibly to
remove molten metal from the tip of the cartridge.
The 0-32-0 and 0-32-1 fault codes identify the cartridge end-of-life condition, as follows:

The 0-32-0 fault code shows when the system first senses that the Hypertherm cartridge is
at end-of-life. The LED on the hand torch also changes to red. To remove the fault code,
install a new cartridge.
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If you restart the system and try to use the same cartridge, the 0-32-1 fault code shows
to remind you that the cartridge is at end-of-life. The LED on the hand torch also flashes
yellow. The 0-32-1 fault code also shows if you install a used cartridge that had the
0-32-0 fault before.
Hypertherm strongly recommends that you install a new
cartridge.
Conditions when cartridge end-of-life detection is disabled
The plasma power supply temporarily disables the Hypertherm cartridge end-of-life detection
feature when one of the following conditions occurs:

You install a FineCut hand cutting cartridge.
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You set the output current below 40 A for any type of Hypertherm cartridge.
LED is red
LED flashes yellow