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NOTE: If using a plasma torch system, connect the plasma cable between the Motor Control Box and the plasma
torch system in the same manner. Verify the cable lock feature is engaged at both ends.
Make sure the Plasma Switch is in the “Off” position.
7.5
Connect the Motor Control Box power cable to the AC electrical receptacle.
7.6
Twist to release the Emergency Stop Switch.
7.7
The digital screen will light with the following.
991 – Indicates that a NEMA 23 motor is in use.
992 – Indicates that a NEMA 34 motor is in use.
993 – Indicates that a heavy-duty NEMA 34 motor is in use.
994 & 995 – Check cable connection at Motor Control Box and Motor.
999 – Indicates the Directional Control Switch is in the “Forward” or “Reverse” position. Move to the “Off” position.
7.8
If no faults are present after the motor number appears, the percent of maximum speed will be displayed in
the window.
7.9
Move the Directional Control Switch to the “Forward” or “Reverse” direction.
7.10
Depress the Speed Control Switch until the percent of motor speed reads about 32% or machine speed or
control of the machine can be maintained should an emergency arise.
7.11
Rotate Torch one full turn around the pipe to be sure torch tip will
maintain the same distance around the pipe.
NOTE: If the torch tip contacts the pipe or is further away from
the pipe at any point during its rotation either the incorrect spacer
bolts were selected or the pipe is oversize, undersize or out of round.
7.12
Depress the Emergency Stop Switch.
7.13
Disconnect the Motor Control Box power cable from the AC electrical receptacle. If
using a Plasma Torch, skip to step 7.17.
7.14
Connect the gas hose from the fuel regulator to the left hand thread port 10” long
Oxy/fuel per the manufacturer’s instructions.
7.15
Connect the oxygen hose from the oxygen regulator to the right hand thread port
10” long Oxy/fuel per the manufacturer’s instructions.
7.16
Adjust the oxygen and fuel gas regulator per the regulator manufacturer’s instructions.
7.17
Connect the Motor Control Box power cable to the AC electrical receptacle.
7.18
Twist to release the Emergency Stop Switch.
7.19
Verify the percent of maximum speed is displayed in the window.
7.20
Depress the Speed Control Switch until the percent of motor speed reads about 32% so control of the
machine can be maintained should an emergency arise.
7.21
Move the Directional Control Switch to the “Forward” or “Reverse” direction. If using a Plasma Torch, skip to
step 7.24
7.22
Light the cutting torch per the torch manufacturer instructions.
NOTE: If the pipe is coated with Polyurethane, Carbo Zinc, and Epoxy or is heavily rusted it will require that the coating
be burnt off or removed by some other method in order to achieve a quality cut.
7.23
Follow the torch manufacturer’s instructions for preheating the pipe.
7.24
While the machine is rotating around the pipe, move the cutting oxygen valve to the ON position to penetrate the
pipe per the torch manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE: If using a plasma torch in conjunction with the Motor Control Box, depress the Plasma On / Off button on the
Motor Control Boxes at this time to turn the plasma torch on. (The plasma cable is designed for use with a Hypertherm,
Thermal Dynamics, Victor or new ESAB plasma system.)
WARNING: The Oxygen and fuel gas hoses must not be drawn through the molten slag produced by
the cutting process
WARNING: The oxygen and fuel hoses must be connected to the right port on the machine torch.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
WARNING: Goggles, gloves, mask and other appropriate safety attire must be worn during the
cutting process.
Picture 7 – Motor Cable
Part Number: 03-0203-200
