ESAB Cutmaster 40 - Page 36

CUTMASTER 40
TORCH OPERATION 0-5570
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2. Depending on the cutting operation, do
one of the following:
a. For edge starts, hold the torch per-
pendicular to the workpiece with
the front of the tip on the edge of
the workpiece at the point where
the cut is to start.
b. For stando cutting, hold the torch
1/8 - 3/8 in (3-9 mm) from the work-
piece as shown below.
A-00024_AB
Shield Cup
Torch
Standoff Distance
1/8" - 3/8" (3 - 9mm)
Stando Distance
3. Hold the torch away from your body.
4. Slide the trigger release toward the back
of the torch handle while simultaneous-
ly squeezing the trigger. The pilot arc
will start.
A-02986
Trigger
Trigger Release
5. Bring the torch within transfer distance
to the work. The main arc will transfer to
the work, and the pilot arc will shut OFF.
NOTE!
The gas preow and postow are a characteristic
of the power supply and not a function of the
torch.
3
4
Art # A-03383
Tr igger
2
1
Tr igger Release
6. Cut as usual. Simply release the trigger
assembly to stop cutting.
7. Follow normal recommended cutting
practices as provided in the power
supply operator's manual.
NOTE!
When the shield cup is properly installed, there
is a slight gap between the shield cup and the
torch handle. Gas vents through this gap as part
of normal operation. Do not attempt to force the
shield cup to close this gap. Forcing the shield
cup against the torch head or torch handle can
damage components.
8. For a consistent stando height from the
workpiece, install the stando guide by
sliding it onto the torch shield cup. In-
stall the guide with the legs at the sides
of the shield cup body to maintain good
visibility of the cutting arc. During oper-
ation, position the legs of the stando
guide against the workpiece.
Shield Cup
Workpiece
Standoff Guide
Art # A-04034
Torch Tip