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Jasic Cut 160, Operator'S Manual

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CONTENTS 

 
 

Index 

Page 

Your New Product 

2 

Index 

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Safety Instruction 

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         General electrical safety 

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         General operating safety 

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         PPE 

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         Welding processes lens shade selector guide 

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         Fume and welding gases 

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         Fire risks 

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         The working environment 

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         Protection from moving parts 

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         Magnetic fields 

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         Compressed gas cylinders and regulators 

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         RF declaration 

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         LF declaration 

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         Materials and their disposal  

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Product Overview 

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         Product details and application 

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Technical Specifications 

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Description of Controls 

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Installation 

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What is Plasma? 

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Operation 

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Cut Quality 

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Typical Cutting Speeds 

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General Cutting Information 

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Plasma Torch Consumable Spare Parts Lists 

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Maintenance 

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Troubleshooting 

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Plasma Cutting Problems 

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EC Declaration of Conformity 

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WEEE Disposal 

28 

RoHS Compliance Declaration 

28 

Statement of Warranty 

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Notes 

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Jasic Contact Details 

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Summary of Contents for Cut 160

Page 1: ...Operator Manual Plasma Cut Series Plasma Cut 160 JP 160 ...

Page 2: ...anty purposes and to ensure you get the correct information should you require assistance or spare parts Date purchased ________________________________________ From where ________________________________________ Serial number ________________________________________ The serial number is normally located on the top or underside of the machine and will begin with AA For further information on your ...

Page 3: ...F declaration 8 LF declaration 8 Materials and their disposal 8 Product Overview 9 Product details and application 9 Technical Specifications 10 Description of Controls 11 Installation 12 What is Plasma 14 Operation 15 Cut Quality 17 Typical Cutting Speeds 18 General Cutting Information 19 Plasma Torch Consumable Spare Parts Lists 20 Maintenance 25 Troubleshooting 26 Plasma Cutting Problems 27 EC ...

Page 4: ...e and overheating Never use worn damaged under sized or poorly jointed cables Insulate yourself from work and earth using dry insulating mats or covers big enough to prevent any physical contact Never touch the electrode if you are in contact with the work piece return Do not wrap cables over your body Ensure that you take additional safety precautions when you are welding in electrically hazardou...

Page 5: ...ulty welding helmets Always ensure there are adequate protective screens or barriers to protect others from flash glare and sparks from the welding area Ensure that there are adequate warnings that welding or cutting is taking place Wear suitable protective flame resistant clothing gloves and footwear Check and be sure the area is safe and clear of inflammable material before carrying out any weld...

Page 6: ...the the welding fume Ensure the welding zone is well ventilated and provision should be made for suitable local fume extraction system to be in place If ventilation is poor wear an approved airfed welding helmet or respirator Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheets MSDS s and the manufacturer s instructions for metals consumable coatings cleaners and de greasers Do not weld in location...

Page 7: ...eated by high currents may affect the operation of pacemakers or electronically controlled medical equipment Wearers of vital electronic equipment should consult their physician before beginning any arc welding cutting gouging or spot welding operations Do not go near welding equipment with any sensitive electronic equipment as the magnetic fields may cause damage Keep the torch cable and work ret...

Page 8: ...ry current from the power supply network high power systems affect the quality of power provided by the network Consequently connection restrictions or maximum impedance requirements permitted by the network at the public network connection point must be applied to these systems In this case the installer or the user is responsible for ensuring the equipment can be connected consulting the electri...

Page 9: ...ting torch Excellent dynamic characteristics high arc stiffness smooth cutting surface and high cutting performance Current upslope function is available when arc is ignited to carry out cutting which can reduce the arc ignition impact The Cut 160 cutting current can be accurately preset with seamless adjustment which is achieved through the preset current function Thus the machine can be used to ...

Page 10: ... Jasic Cut 160 Rated input voltage V 3PH 400V AC 15 50 60HZ Rated input power kVA 29 2 Rated input current Imax A 62 Rated input current Ieff A 48 Cutting current range A 30 160 Rated output voltage V 144 Rated duty cycle 160A 60 40 C Clean cut mm 45 Severance cut mm 50 Pierce cut mm 26 Minimum air pressure 5 Bar 73psi Minimum gas flow 7 1CFM 220 Ltr min Efficiency 85 Power factor cosφ 0 99 Plasma...

Page 11: ...ng in 4T mode you can remove your finger off the torch trigger and the arc will remain on until you either press the torch trigger again or you remove the plasma arc away from the material being cut 6 Torch connector the plasma torch connection see page 13 for fitting instructions 7 Pressure gauge Used in conjunction with the pressure adjustor this gauge allows you to accurately set the required a...

Page 12: ...d on the front panel of the Cut 160 The inlet air connection is mounted on the rear panel of the machine only connect a suitable dry compressed air supply max 8 Bar To set the air flow 5 switch on the air purge switch to allow air flow Pull the pressure control knob 8 forwards Adjust the gas pressure to the desired value by rotating the knob rotate to direction to increase gas pressure rotate to d...

Page 13: ...e open circuit voltage could be as high as 350V DC at the torch head The torch head encompasses the torch electrode swirl ring for gas distribution in the in the correct manner cutting tip and retaining cap Fitting the P150LT plasma torch On the Jasic Cut 160 plasma machine the below torch fitting instructions will need to be observed Locate plasma torch plug into euro connector socket as shown in...

Page 14: ...stration The basic principle is that the arc is formed between the electrode and the work piece by forcing the plasma gas and the electrical arc through a small orifice within the copper tip This will increase the speed and temperature of the plasma exiting the tip The temperature of the plasma is in excess of 15000 C and the speed can approach that of sound This plasma gas flow in conjunction wit...

Page 15: ...ften the easiest way to cut while minimizing heat input but usually only on cutting currents of 40amps and below Drag cutting does require a drag cutting tip and you need to ensure that the plasma machines output amperage is matched to the amperage with the tip It can often be helpful to use a non conductive straight edge to help maintain a straight cut This technique works best when cutting metal...

Page 16: ...s for bevelling again you need to ensure you utilize the correct plasma machine amperage to match the cutting tips used Ensure that the thickness of the material to be bevelled falls in the amperage range of the plasma machine and cutting tip that you will be using If bevelling by hand a roller and or angle guide can be helpful in maintaining the consistent bevel face and the desired angle which i...

Page 17: ...d cutting systems use of a drag shield cup a standoff guide or a cutting guide will help keep a consistent tip to work distance for best results Kerf width While plasma cutting a void is left behind which is called the kerf in the material being cut Bevel angle In an ideal cut the bevel angle or angle of the cut surface would be perfectly square The plasma cutting process does result in a slight a...

Page 18: ...e output cutting table quality material thickness along with material type being cut as well as the operators skill set Speeds shown below are offered as a guide only for our Jasic cutting systems using compressed air cutting mild steel material with the stated output currents ensuring that the cutting tip fitted matches the stated amperages Material Thickness Amperage Speed mm m Air Pressure 40 5...

Page 19: ...cting the air flow The cutting torch may be burned if the air flow is too low Keep the cutting cable away from sharp edges 8 When the work piece is nearly cut off slow down the cutting speed and release the torch trigger to stop cutting 9 Check the torch consumables frequently to prolong the life 10 Always ensure the correct consumables are fitted in the torch Incorrect items may cause damage to t...

Page 20: ...t rating of 160amps and the supplied plasma torch is the P150LT which has a current rating of 150amps this torch is supplied from new with the 150amp tip fitted When ordering replacement cutting tips please take note that the maximum sized tip to be used would be the 150amp 1 8 cutting tip Using a higher rated tip will give you poor cut performance ...

Page 21: ...21 PLASMA TORCH CONSUMABLE BREAKDOWN The Jasic Cut 160 is supplied with the 6m P150LT plasma torch ...

Page 22: ...22 PLASMA TORCH CONSUMABLE BREAKDOWN The Jasic Cut 160 is supplied with the 6m P150LT plasma torch ...

Page 23: ...23 PLASMA TORCH CONSUMABLE BREAKDOWN The Jasic Cut 160 is supplied with the 6m P150LT plasma torch ...

Page 24: ...24 PLASMA TORCH CONSUMABLE BREAKDOWN The Jasic Cut 160 is supplied with the 6m P150LT plasma torch ...

Page 25: ...ion daily to ensure they have not become loose otherwise arcing may occur when used under load Period Maintenance item Daily examination Check the condition of the machine mains cables welding cables and connections Check for any warnings LEDs and machine operation Check the torch consumable condition and replace if worn Check the compressor air supply and adjust as required Monthly examination Di...

Page 26: ...icult to diagnose cutting issues without understanding the machines use and setup and there are various questions that need to be asked to be able to give the best advice Below is listed a few pointers to help you on your way to obtaining consistently good cut quality Ensure your mains power supply is suited to the plasma cutting machines specifications Ensure the supplied gases or air supply is i...

Page 27: ...e torch along Excessive piloting Keeping the pilot arc maintained will erode the consumables much faster than when cutting keep piloting to a minimum Poor cut quality Improper travel speed Refer to the cutting guide chart on page 18 of this user manual for the correct settings for the material being cut Cutting amperage not correct Refer to the cutting guide chart on page 18 of this user manual fo...

Page 28: ...not dispose of the equipment with normal waste The European Directive 2002 96 EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment states the electrical equipment that has reached its end of life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility Jasic has a relevant recycling system which is compliant and registered in the UK with the environment agency Our r...

Page 29: ... scope of the warranty Defects due to natural wear and tear Failure to observe the operating and maintenance instructions Connection to an incorrect or faulty mains supply Overloading during use Any modifications that are made to the product without the prior written consent Software errors due incorrect operation Any repairs that are carried out using non approved spare parts Any transport or sto...

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Page 32: ...www jasic co uk Wilkinson Star Limited Shield Drive Wardley Industrial Estate Worsley Manchester UK M28 2WD 44 0 161 793 8127 April 2020 Issue 3 ...

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