INSTRUCTIONS FOR:
PLASMA CUTTER
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Thank you for purchasing a Sealey plasma cutter. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions and properly maintained,
give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT
:
BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. MAKE CAREFUL NOTE OF SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS,
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS. THIS PRODUCT SHOULD ONLY BE USED FOR ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE
AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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1.1. ELECTRICAL SAFETY.
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WARNING!
Electrical installation of the plasma cutting unit must only be carried out by a qualified
electrician. Make sure that power supply cable is correctly connected to earth. It is the users responsibility to read, understand and
comply with the following:
You must check all electrical equipment and appliances to ensure they are safe before use. You must inspect power supply leads, plugs and all
electrical connections for wear and damage. You must ensure the risk of electric shock is minimised by the installation of appropriate safety
devices. An RCCB (Residual Current Circuit Breaker) should be incorporated in the main distribution board. We also recommend that an RCD
(Residual Current Device) is used with all electrical products. It is particularly important to use an RCD together with portable products that are
plugged into an electrical supply not protected by an RCCB. If in doubt consult a qualified electrician. You may obtain a Residual Current Device
by contacting your Sealey dealer.
You must
also read and understand the following instructions concerning electrical safety.
1.1.1. The
Electricity At Work Act 1989
requires all portable electrical appliances, if used on business premises, to be tested by
a qualified electrician, using a Portable Appliance Tester (PAT), at least once a year.
1.1.2. The
Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
makes owners of electrical appliances responsible for the safe condition of the appliance
and the safety of the appliance operator.
If in any doubt about electrical safety, contact a qualified electrician.
1.1.3. Ensure the insulation on all cables and the product itself is safe before connecting to the mains power
supply. See 2.1.1. & 2.1.2. above and use a Portable Appliance Tester (PAT).
1.1.4. Ensure that cables are always protected against short circuit and overload.
1.1.5. Regularly inspect power supply, leads, plugs and all electrical connections for wear and damage
and power connections, to ensure that none is loose.
1.1.6.
Important:
Ensure the voltage marked on the product is the same as the electrical power
supply to be used, and check that plug is fitted with the correct capacity fuse.
1.1.7. DO NOT pull or carry the appliance by the power supply or output cables.
1.1.8. DO NOT pull power plugs from sockets by the power cable.
1.1.9. DO NOT use worn or damage leads, plugs or connections. Immediately replace or have
repaired by a qualified electrician. Where a U.K. 3 pin plug with ASTA/BS approval is fitted,
in the case of damage, cut off and fit a new plug according to the following instructions (discard
the old plug safely).
(UK only - see diagram at right).
Ensure the unit is correctly earthed via a three-pin plug.
a) Connect the GREEN/YELLOW earth wire to the earth terminal E.
b) Connect the BROWN live wire to the live terminal L.
c) Connect the BLUE neutral wire to the neutral terminal N.
d) After wiring, check that there are no bare wires, that all wires have been correctly
connected, that the cable outer insulation extends past the cable restraint and that
the restraint is tight.
1.1.10. DO NOT use this product with an extension cable
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1.1.11.
When connected to a 13 amp supply, and depending on the type of use, the 13 amp fuse may blow frequently. If this is the
case then the cutter will require a 30 amp supply. You must contact a qualified electrician to ensure that a 30 amp fused
supply is available and we recommend that you also discuss the installation of an industrial round pin plug and socket.
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WARNING! Reminder, the electrical installation of the plasma cutting unit must only be carried out by a qualified electrician.
Make sure that power supply cable is correctly earthed.
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WARNING! Be very cautious if using a generator to power the plasma cutter. The generator must be self-regulating and stable
with regard to voltage, wave form and frequency. The output must be greater than the power consumption of the cutter. If any
of these requirements is not met the electronics within the cutter may be affected.
NOTE: The use of an unregulated generator may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty on the plasma cutter.
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WARNING! The plasma cutter may produce voltage surges in the mains supply which can damage other sensitive equipment
(e.g. computers). To prevent this happening, it is recommended that the plasma cutter is connected to a power supply that
does not feed any sensitive equipment (see Section 9).
1.2. GENERAL SAFETY
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DANGER!
Direct contact with the plasma cutter circuit or torch is dangerous. You MUST unplug the cutter from the mains power supply
and the compressed air supply before connecting or disconnecting cables or performing maintenance or service.
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Keep the plasma cutter, cables and torch in good working order and condition and take immediate action to repair or replace damaged parts
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Use recommended parts and accessories only.
Unapproved parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
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Only use the cutting torch provided with the system and ensure any replacement is of the same type.
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Use the plasma cutter in a suitable work area. Ensure the area has adequate ventilation as cutting fumes are harmful.
For enclosed areas we recommend the use of an air and smoke extraction system. If you are not able to provide adequate extraction
and/or ventilation, wear a respirator suitable for protection against toxic fumes, smoke and gases.
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Ensure that there are no obstructions to the flow of clean, cool air and that there is no conductive dust, corrosive vapour or humidity which
could enter the unit and cause serious damage.
FUSE RATING
13 AMP
BUT
TO GAIN MAXIMUM OUTPUT
THE PLASMA CUTTER MUST
BE CONNECTED TO A
30 AMP SUPPLY
(see 1.1.11)
Blue
Neutral
Wire
Yellow & Green
Earth Wire
Cable
Restraint
Brown
Live
Wire
