THERMACUT EX-TRAFIRE 30H, Operator'S Manual

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EX-TRAFIRE
®
30H
Operator Manual, Revision T-15 4-28
WARNING
sparks and hot metal can burn the skin and eyes
When angling the torch for cutting or piercing, molten metal (Arc Spray) will occur in the direction
that the torch is aimed� Aim the torch away from yourself and others�
Fit the work clamp
Secure the work clamp to the work piece, ensure good contact, and remove surface contaminants�
DO NOT fit the work clamp to the material that will be severed/scrap�
Fit the work clamp as close as possible to the cutting area to minimise exposure to electromagnetic
fields (EMF)�
Do not hold the material that is to be severed/scrap�
Edge start cutting
Keep the nozzle of the torch upright at the edge of the work
piece�
Start cutting from the edge of the work piece�
DO NOT start the travel motion until the material has been
completely cut through�
Then continue with the cut�
90°
Direction of cut