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EX-TRAFIRE

®

55SD

Operator Manual, Revision T-3

2-11

SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions and weight of the plasma arc power supply

177 mm

469

�9 mm

228

�6 mm

* Weight of plasma arc power supply without torch�

11�8 kg*

EX-TRAFIRE

®

55SD

 

•  I

s a portable plasma arc cutting system�

•  Has been designed for

 handheld cutting�

•  U

ses compressed air or nitrogen for cutting electrically conductive metals (mild steel, 

stainless steel and aluminium)�

Summary of Contents for EX-TRAFIRE 55SD

Page 1: ...OR OPERATING THE SYSTEM READ THIS MANUAL BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTENT KEEP THE MANUAL LOCAL TO THE JOB SITE WITH EASY ACCESS TO ALL PERSONNEL THE SYSTEM IS TO BE USED FOR METAL CUTTING ONLY PLEAS...

Page 2: ...damage to the system 8 Magnetic field can affect pacemakers 8 Plasma cutting can cause interference 8 Safety Sticker 9 SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2 10 Dimensions and weight of the plasma arc power suppl...

Page 3: ...Rear view 4 32 Rear control panel detail 4 32 Turn ON 4 33 Check the LED indicators 4 33 Operating the hand torch 4 34 Operating the torch safety trigger 4 34 Fit the work clamp 4 35 Edge start cuttin...

Page 4: ...D Operator Manual Revision T 3 4 SECTION 10 DISPOSAL OF PRODUCT 10 50 Use and disposal of waste 10 50 End of lifetime product disposal 10 50 SECTION 11 WARRANTY 11 51 Notes 11 52 Notes 11 53 Revision...

Page 5: ...ting can cause fire or explosion 7 Electric shock can kill 7 Plasma arc can injure 7 Flying sparks arc spray can cause injury fire or explosion 7 Hot parts can cause severe burns 7 Smoke and gases can...

Page 6: ...ses produce intense visible and invisible rays that can burn eyes and skin Use protective clothing made from durable flame resistant material appropriate footwear and hand protection Use face protecti...

Page 7: ...ses liquids and materials remove prior to cutting as they present a fire risk EXPLOSION PREVENTION Do not cut in areas containing explosives flammable gases or vapors Do not place the system on over o...

Page 8: ...S CAN BE HAZARDOUS Work in a confined space only if it is well ventilated or while wearing an air supplied respirator The smoke and gases from the cutting gouging process can displace air and lower th...

Page 9: ...arc is generated immediately when the torch trigger is depressed The plasma arc will cut quickly through gloves and skin Make sure the power is switched off before changing consumables Torch consumab...

Page 10: ...N 2 SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and weight of the plasma arc power supply 2 11 Specifications plasma arc power supply 3 x 220 V 2 12 Specifications plasma arc power supply 3 x 400 V 2 13 Hand torch setu...

Page 11: ...power supply 177 mm 469 9 mm 228 6 mm Weight of plasma arc power supply without torch 11 8 kg EX TRAFIRE 55SD Is a portable plasma arc cutting system Has been designed for handheld cutting Uses compre...

Page 12: ...input current I1 and 1eff at rated output U2 y I2 cutting only I1eff I1 X used to determine rating of power cord rms root mean square eff effective U1 Volts AC rms I1 Amps rms I1eff 3 x 220 VAC 15 28...

Page 13: ...ting of power cord rms root mean square eff effective U1 Volts AC rms I1 Amps rms I1eff 3 x 400 VAC 15 20 9 A 14 8 A This equipment conforms to IEC 61000 3 12 EN 60974 1 Isolation class H F IP Code De...

Page 14: ...voltage VDC 170 Cutting current at 50 100 duty cycle A 55 41 Recommended cutting capacity mm 20 Maximum cutting capacity mm 30 Severance cutting capacity mm 30 Piercing capacity mm 20 Gouging capabil...

Page 15: ...55SD Operator Manual Revision T 3 2 15 Hand torch setup Ground Work lead Power lead Gas supply Torch lead Gas hose min 8 mm P view P Torch lead Work lead Work piece Work table min 270 LPM min 6 bar m...

Page 16: ...r Manual Revision T 3 2 16 Machine torch setup Ground Work lead Power lead Gas supply Torch lead Machine interface cable P view P Torch lead Work lead Work piece Work table min 270 LPM min 6 bar max 1...

Page 17: ...utting Mode The terminal for the external protective earth conductor V Grid Mode For compliance with the European Norm it is NOT permissible to use unshielded consumables in Hand Held applications S M...

Page 18: ...hases mains power lead 3 21 Installation of three phases mains power lead 3 21 The mains power lead connection 3 22 Torch installation step by step 3 22 Plasma gas supply 3 25 Additional gas filtratio...

Page 19: ...ntact the carrier immediately take photographs of the packaging and areas of damage on the system Inform Authorized Supplier who will provide copies of relevant documentation For further assistance co...

Page 20: ...ive generator to power the EX TRAFIRE 55SD Engine drive operation 1 Set engine drive output to three phases AC 2 Plug the EX TRAFIRE 55SD mains power lead in to the power outlet 3 Hard wire connection...

Page 21: ...nts listed below Recommended mains power lead extension depending on length mm2 3 m 3 7 5 m 7 5 15 m 15 30 m 30 45 m Model CE Phase mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 400 VAC 15 220 VAC 15 3 6 6 10 10 16 Note The sy...

Page 22: ...ically competent person should connect the mains power lead to a plug or hard wire to a suitable supply according to national standards Torch installation step by step 1 TURN OFF the power supply OFF...

Page 23: ...plug Latch with key position TCS latch with key Torch TCS plug Latch with key position 4 Torch connection 1st step place the TCS latch with key into the TCS power supply socket The TCS latch with key...

Page 24: ...sion T 3 3 24 5 Torch connection 2nd step put TCS plug into the TCS socket The torch TCS plug must be locked in the TCS socket properly with the key nose 6 Torch connection proper position of the TCS...

Page 25: ...x dewpoint 3 C class 4 ref to ISO 8573 Purity 99 99 Gas quality Clean moisture free without oil Note A poor quality gas supply has a detrimental effect on cut speeds cut quality reduced thickness of m...

Page 26: ...as supply installation Connect the air line hose as follows 1 Air line hose connection Female G1 4 thread adapter 2 Air line hose Use an inert gas hose with a minimum internal diameter of 8 mm make a...

Page 27: ...ivider Type Input Output Ground Output Note Normally open Open circuit voltage 12 VDC in the START terminals Requires a dry contact to close it Normally open Dry contact with maximum capacity of 125 V...

Page 28: ...rator Manual Revision T 3 3 28 Activating an external DC coil with an external power supply Activating an external AC coil with an external power supply Use a diode 1N4007 if the voltage is 24 VDC 24...

Page 29: ...solated module with an external power supply Notes 1 Isolated input module provided by the user 2 24 VDC power supply to be provided by the user ISOLATED INPUT MODULE Installation of the machine inter...

Page 30: ...2 Rear control panel detail 4 32 Turn ON 4 33 Check the LED indicators 4 33 Operating the hand torch 4 34 Operating the torch safety trigger 4 34 Fit the work clamp 4 35 Edge start cutting 4 35 Hand t...

Page 31: ...arm indicator 4 Power ON OFF indicator LED illuminates the power supply is turned ON 5 Multifunctional indicator LED illuminates pressure alarm indicator when the gas pressure is lower than 2 4 bar LE...

Page 32: ...n T 3 4 32 Rear control panel detail Rear view Rear control panel 1 Power supply switch 2 Mains power lead 3 CNC interface connector 4 Gas supply input fitting G1 4 Female 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 EX TRAFIRE 5...

Page 33: ...Operator Manual Revision T 3 4 33 Turn ON Check the LED indicators Check that LED1 V is illuminated and LED2 LED3 and LED4 are not illuminated before cutting Switch ON Note The cooling fan will only...

Page 34: ...ma arc will cut quickly through gloves and skin Make sure the power supply is switched off before changing consumables Keep away from the torch tip Do not hold the piece that is to be cut and keep you...

Page 35: ...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 el...

Page 36: ...t contact between the shield and the work piece pull the torch at a steady travel speed Pulling the torch gives better control compared to pushing For cutting thin material reduce the amperage to the...

Page 37: ...hat the torch is aimed Aim the torch away from yourself and others Hold the torch so that the nozzle is within 3 mm of the work piece before firing Hold the torch at an angle to the work piece depress...

Page 38: ...r supply is switched off before changing consumables Keep away from the torch tip Do not hold the piece that is to be cut and keep your hands away from the cutting path Never point the torch toward yo...

Page 39: ...EX TRAFIRE 55SD Operator Manual Revision T 3 5 39 SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE Routine maintenance 5 40 Purging draining of the built in filter 5 41...

Page 40: ...essed air Advisory note The dust can be harmful to health Full examination of the torch check the torch trigger safety mechanism check for signs of cracking in the torch body or exposed wires Immediat...

Page 41: ...5 41 Purging draining the built in filter This power supply is equipped with built in float type auto drain filter Do not cover outflow drain hole located on the bottom of the power supply see the pic...

Page 42: ...3 6 42 SECTION 6 ADDITIONAL ORDERING INFORMATION EX TRAFIRE 55SD Power Supplies Part No DESCRIPTION EX 3 001 001 EX TRAFIRE 55SD CE 3x400V power Supply Unit fully equipped EX 3 001 005 EX TRAFIRE 55SD...

Page 43: ...witch Note The fan turns ON and OFF automatically The fan may not run when the plasma arc power supply is switched on The LED2 illuminates V Over temperature OT Fan fault Ensure fan is free running co...

Page 44: ...e inside of the torch Reassemble in correct order Torch connection fault Improperly installed torch or retaining cup is loose Install torch properly or tighten retaining cup Press the torch trigger or...

Page 45: ...and work piece Make sure that work lead has a good connection to a clean and dry area of work piece Incorrect distance between the torch and the work piece Maintain correct distance between the torch...

Page 46: ...cut quality Adjust the current to suite the cutting speed and torch to workpiece distance according to the thickness of material to be cut Poor connection Work piece is dirty contaminated Clean the su...

Page 47: ...132 200 mm This filter does not fall under the specification of pressure equipment and requires no revision Advantages of using the Filter EX Compressed Air Filter Removes solid particles aerosols and...

Page 48: ...EX TRAFIRE 55SD Operator Manual Revision T 3 8 48 O Ring lubricant EX 0 805 001 Grease 25ml...

Page 49: ...EX TRAFIRE 55SD Operator Manual Revision T 3 9 49 SECTION 9 POWER SUPPLY BLOCK DIAGRAM Power supply block diagram...

Page 50: ...ormation on the recycling of this product refer to manufacturer who will be able to handle the disposal for you or refer to your local authority domestic waste processing organization or store where y...

Page 51: ...e purpose arising out of the Contract otherwise for usual purpose 2 The warranty period is valid from the date the goods are delivered to the buyer par 5 1 5 2 of the GBC 3 Par 3 4 and the following o...

Page 52: ...EX TRAFIRE 55SD Operator Manual Revision T 3 11 52 Notes...

Page 53: ...EX TRAFIRE 55SD Operator Manual Revision T 3 11 53 Notes...

Page 54: ...Page 2 14 new values in brackets for 3 x 220 V power supply Page 4 32 new picture of rear label 3 x 220 V Page 4 38 whole page with Gouging removed Page 6 42 new item EX 3 001 005 3 x 220 V power supp...

Page 55: ...hr THERMACUT HUNG RIA KFT Pet fi S ndor utca 37 atd 2500 Esztergom HUNGARY Tel 36 33 502 090 1 Fax 36 33 400 004 E mail info thermacut hu www thermacut hu THERMACUT SLOVAKIA S R O M R tef nika 14 942...

Page 56: ...vsk 574 Ma atice 686 01 Uhersk Hradi t Czech Republic www thermacut cz sales thermacut cz THERMACUT FHT EX and EX TRAFIRE are registered trademarks of THERMACUT k s and may be registered in Czech Repu...

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