Lincoln-electric PLASMA 20 IM10006 User Manual

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A-3INSTALLATION PLASMA 20A-3Use of normal 20 amp household breakers may resultin over current trips. If breaker trips occur, reduce thecutting curre

B-1OPERATIONPLASMA 20B-1SAFETY PRECAUTIONSDESCRIPTIONThe PLASMA 20 is a constant current, continuouscontrol plasma cutter power source.The PLASMA

B-2OPERATIONB-2PLASMA 20CONTROLS AND SETTINGS1. ON/OFF Switch – In the ON position the machineis ready for normal operation. All system controlcircui

B-3OPERATIONB-3CHECKING AIR QUALITYTo check air quality, deactivate the torch (post-flow)and place a welding filter lens in front of the torch. Anyo

B-4OPERATIONB-4NOTE: For better torch control, it is acceptable to letthe nozzle drag along the work piece surface. Thiswill shorten nozzle life.

B-5OPERATIONB-5OPERATING FAULTSDuring cutting operations performance faults mayarise, such as:• Insufficient penetration:too high cutting speed;torch

D-1MAINTENANCED-1PLASMA 20PERIODIC MAINTENANCEChange consumables as required.Torch:• Periodically according to use, or if experiencingcutting faults

D-2MAINTENANCED-2PLASMA 20COMPRESSED AIR FILTERThe unit is supplied with a filter for the compressed airand fitted with a manual drain for condensatio

E-1TROUBLESHOOTINGE-1PLASMA 20HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEWARNINGELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL. • Turn off machine and disconnectinput power by removin

E-2TROUBLESHOOTINGE-2PLASMA 20Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualPROBLEMS(SYMPTOMS)POSSIBLE CAUSERECOMMENDEDCOURSE OF ACTION

PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDRENAWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR DOCTOR BEFORE OPERAT

F-1DIAGRAMSF-1PLASMA 20NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specific diag

NOTES PLASMA 20

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4.c. When not cutting or gouging, make certain no part of the elec-trode circuit is touching the work or ground. Accidental contactcan cause overheati

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PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉPour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructionset les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dan

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A-1INSTALLATION PLASMA 20A-1WeightIncludingTorch Cable21 lbs.9.5 kg.INPUT - SINGLE PHASE RATED OUTPUTOUTPUTRECOMMEND INPUT WIRE AND FUSE SIZESREQUIR

A-2INSTALLATION PLASMA 20A-2Read entire Installation Section before installing thePLASMA 20.SAFETY PRECAUTIONSELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL.• Only quali