EX-TRAFIRE
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45SD
Operator Manual, Revision T-5
3-20
Power supply location
Place the plasma arc power supply EX-TRAFIRE
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45SD on a flat even surface with a minimum
distance of 0�5 m of clear space all round to ensure good ventilation�
Mains power connection
The EX-TRAFIRE
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45SD plasma arc power supply requires a 120 VAC ± 20% (CE) – 230 VAC ± 20%
(CE/C-TICK) single-phase mains power source or a 400 VAC ± 15% three-phase mains power
source� Use a circuit breaker for power line input so that the operator can turn off the power supply
quickly in an emergency� Locate the switch so that it is easily accessible to the operator� The interrupt
level of the switch must be equal to or exceed the continuous rating of the fuses� Use slow blow
fuses with a suitable capacity in accordance with local and national electrical codes�
Connecting to an engine drive power generator
When using an engine drive generator to power the EX-TRAFIRE
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45SD:
Engine drive operation;
1� Set engine drive output to single or three-phase AC according to type of power supply�
2� Plug the EX-TRAFIRE
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45SD mains power lead in to the power outlet�
3� Hard wire connection (No plug fitted) should be performed by a certified electrician�
4� Set the engine drive to maximum output (see chart below)�
5� For optimum performance, do not share the engine drive with other equipment such as
welding plant, lighting systems or angle grinders�
single-phase, three-phase, 50/60 Hz
Input voltage
Engine drive rating
Current output
EX-TRAFIRE
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45SD
Performance
120 VAC ± 20%
6 kW
25 A
limited arc stretch
230 VAC ± 20%
10 kW
45 A
full arc stretch
3 x 400 VAC ± 15%
10 kW
45 A
full arc stretch