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PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Quality of Cut Has 

Degraded/Cut 60  

is Underperforming

Improperly installed replacement 

consumables

Refer to Versa-Cut 60 Instruction Manual #58221Q for proper assembly  

of torch and consumables.

Worn or damaged consumables

Replace necessary consumables.  

NOTE:

 Always replace the Cutting Tip and Electrode together as a set.

Poor panel connections on Versa-Cut 

60 unit

Check that all fittings and connections for torch and ground clamp are  

fully attached to the Plasma Cutter unit. 

Poor ground connection on work 

piece

Check that the ground clamp is properly positioned, and a good ground  

is established on clean bare metal of work piece. 

 Incorrect amperage or air pressure 

settings

Refer to Amperage and Air Pressure Settings chart in the  

#58221 Instruction Manual.

Incorrect cutting speed

Slow down or speed up Torch movement speed as determined by the  

work piece material and thickness.

The use of an undersized gauge and 

or too long of an extension cord  

causing an under-voltage condition

Use only UL approved, 3 conductor grounded Extension cords.  

Use Eastwood #31739 for 120V operation and Eastwood #20029 or  

#20285 for 240V operation.

Supply air pressure too low to support 

plasma arc

Check air supply pressure. Do not attempt to operate the Versa-Cut below 

60 PSI.

Inconsistent/ 

Fluctuating Arc

Improperly installed replacement 

consumables

Refer to Versa-Cut 60 Instruction Manual #58221Q for proper assembly  

of torch and consumables.

Worn or damaged consumables

Replace necessary consumables.  

NOTE:

 Always replace the Cutting Tip and Electrode together as a set.

Poor panel connections on Versa-Cut 

60 unit

Check that all fittings and connections for torch and ground clamp are fully 

attached to the Plasma Cutter unit.

Poor ground connection on work 

piece

Check that the ground clamp is properly positioned, and a good ground is 

established on clean bare metal of work piece.

Excessive moisture in the air supply

Install an effective moisture separator in the air supply to the Versa-Cut 60 

unit. 

Refer to Versa-Cut 60 Instruction Manual #58221Q for proper procedure to 

drain the integral moisture separator inside the Versa-Cut 60 unit.

Supply air pressure too low to support 

plasma arc

Check air supply pressure. Do not attempt to operate the Versa-Cut below 

60 PSI.

Plasma Arc Blows 

Out, Easily Re- 

ignites on  

Successive  

Trigger Pulls

Torch being held too far from work 

piece

Hold torch closer to work piece, dragging the tip when possible.

Improperly installed replacement 

consumables

Refer to Versa-Cut 60 Instruction Manual #58221Q for proper assembly  

of torch and consumables.

Worn or damaged consumables

Replace necessary consumables.  

NOTE:

 Always replace the Cutting Tip and Electrode together as a set.

Air supply line to Versa-Cut 60 

undersized

To provide adequate flow, an air supply line with a minimum of 3/8” I.D.  

is required.

Supply air pressure too low to support 

plasma arc

Check air supply pressure. Do not attempt to operate the Versa-Cut below 

60 PSI.

TROUBLESHOOTING: CUTTING PROBLEMS

Содержание 58221

Страница 1: ...VERSA CUT 60 PLASMA CUTTER ASSEMBLY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Item 58221 ...

Страница 2: ...al 1 9 HP Compressor Eastwood XL View Welding Helmet Eastwood Lg View Welding Helmet Eastwood Auto Darkening Helmet Concours 2 HVLP Paint Gun Items not covered under this warranty Consumables unless deemed defective are not covered by the 2 year warranty Abuse neglect and lack of maintenance is not covered under this warranty 1 Year Warranty on Material Workmanship and Defects Eastwood Tools Not I...

Страница 3: ...e V 1 phase 120 VAC 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Maximum Output No Load Voltage V 339V DC Rated Input Current Amps 120V 39 4 Amps 240V 44 5 Amps Output Voltage 120V 88V 92V 240V 88V 104V Output Current Range Amps 120V 20 to 30 Amps 240V 20 to 60 Amps Duty Cycle 120V 60 30 Amps 100 23 Amps 240V 60 60 Amps 100 46 Amps Air Requirements 5 7 CFM 20 60 PSI Maximum Material Thickness 120V 3 16 240V 7 8 Weight 30 86 ...

Страница 4: ...s to you and other persons in the work area Read and understand this instruction manual before using this Eastwood plasma cutting machine Injury or death can occur if safe plasma cutting practices are not followed Safety information is set forth below and throughout this manual Save these instructions for future reference To learn more about welding safety read OSHA Title 29 CFR 1910 available at ...

Страница 5: ...If other persons or pets are in the area of plasma cutting use welding screens to protect bystanders from sparks and arc rays FUMES AND PLASMA CUTTING GASES CAN BE A HEALTH HAZARD Fumes and gasses released during plasma cutting are hazardous Do not breathe fumes that are produced by the plasma cutting operation Prolonged inhalation of plasma cutting fumes above safety exposure limits can injure th...

Страница 6: ...60PSI Usage of a moisture trap is strongly recommended Air is connected via the rear panel mounted 1 4 Female NPT input FIG 1 FIG 1 FIG 2 FIG 2 CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES FRONT PANEL FIG 1 a Pressure Control Pull out then turn knob to increase or decrease pressure To lock push in b Pressure Gauge Adjust pressure control while air is flowing through the torch to get 60psi c Amperage Control 20A to ...

Страница 7: ... 60 PLASMA CUTTER OVERLOAD PROTECTION The Eastwood Versa Cut 60 Plasma Cutter is equipped with an overload protection This device will protect the Plasma Cutter if the duty cycle is exceeded If the output is exceeded the breaker will trip the AMBER Overtemp Indicator will illuminate and cut off the power supply to the torch although the fan will still run to cool the unit This protection circuit m...

Страница 8: ...ng full penetration Heavy plate is cleanest to start from an edge The free space allows for the arc to steadily come into contact with the material and an easy route for the slag to be evacuated from the cut With practice you will be able to exercise precise control over this extremely powerful device harnessing its energy to create clean precise and intricate cuts in many forms of metal up to 7 8...

Страница 9: ...h use inspect ALL electrical connections cables supply line torch air supply housing and controls for damage If any damage or wear is noted DO NOT USE THE UNIT Always store the unit in a safe clean and dry environment TORCH MAINTENANCE The Eastwood Versa Cut 60 Plasma Cutter has several consumable parts that will need to be replaced over time If wear or slag build up is noticed on any of the torch...

Страница 10: ...ch is fully ON GREEN indicator illuminates Duty Cycle exceeded Plasma Cutter overheated AMBER indicator illuminated Turn Power switch OFF allow Plasma Cutter 15 minutes to cool then re try Plasma Cutter Shuts Off During Use While the Power Switch is On AMBER Indicator Illuminated Plasma Cutter Duty Cycle has been exceeded Turn Power switch OFF allow Plasma Cutter 15 minutes to cool then re try Wat...

Страница 11: ...Cut 60 Instruction Manual 58221Q for proper assembly of torch and consumables Worn or damaged consumables Replace necessary consumables NOTE Always replace the Cutting Tip and Electrode together as a set Poor panel connections on Versa Cut 60 unit Check that all fittings and connections for torch and ground clamp are fully attached to the Plasma Cutter unit Poor ground connection on work piece Che...

Страница 12: ...y Through the Work Piece Improperly installed replacement consumables Refer to Versa Cut 60 Instruction Manual 58221Q for proper assembly of torch and consumables Worn or damaged consumables Replace necessary consumables NOTE Always replace the Cutting Tip and Electrode together as a set Incorrect amperage or air pressure settings Refer to Amperage and Air Pressure Settings chart displayed in the ...

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