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TROUBLE SHOOTING
1.
PLASMA CUTTER DOESN’T WORK
Check the indicator lamps on the front panel. If Green light is OFF, check power
cable and electrical input - fuse etc.
If the amber Air Supply light is ON - Check compressed air supply, flow and
pressure.
If Thermal Overload lamp is ON - wait for a while and let the plasma cutter cool
down. It will automatically reset when it is ready to start cutting again.
2
.
PLASMA CUTTER DOESN’T WORK
- both amber lights OFF, power light ON.
Check plasma electrode, it may have to be replaced. On the King 35, check
to ensure the safety clip is firmly in place
3.
RAGGED CUT AND LACK OF POWER
Check the hole in the nozzle. If it is burned too big or egg Shaped replace it.
Check the air supply. Make sure that the moisture is drained out of the filter
regulator.
4.
NOT CUTTING AS IT SHOULD
You might be trying to cut metal that is too thick, or you may be trying to cut
too fast. Move the cutting torch slower.
5.
ARC GOES OUT WHEN YOU ARE CUTTING
You are probably moving the torch too slow. Move the Cutting torch faster.
6.
RAGGED EDGES ON THE MATERIAL YOU ARE CUTTING
Air pressure could be set too high on the filter regulator. It should be set at 5
to 5.5 Bar. You could be holding the torch too high above the metal you are
cutting. Always use the wire spacer mounted on the end of the torch to
maintain the correct clearance between the tip, and the workpiece.
should be renewed.
4. Check to ensure the holes in the protective ring are clear. Blocked holes or a
damaged ring may damage the torch due to overheating.
5. Check the condition of the torch sheath, ensuring that no parts are worn or cut,
or there are no signs of electrical discharge. A damaged sheath should be
renewed.
