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General| Brand | Hypertherm |
|---|---|
| Model | ArcGlide Torch Height Control |
| Category | Cutter |
| Language | English |
Symbols identify potential hazards and provide instructions to avoid them.
Proper grounding and earth connections are essential for electrical safety.
Details hazards related to electrical safety and precautions for equipment operation.
Explains electrical hazards and essential prevention measures during operation.
Provides fire and explosion prevention tips during cutting operations.
Guidelines for safe handling and use of compressed gas cylinders and equipment.
Discusses risks associated with toxic fumes and mitigation strategies.
Highlights risks of plasma arcs causing physical injury and burns.
Details protection measures against arc rays for eyes and skin.
Addresses potential effects of magnetic fields on pacemakers and hearing aids.
Information on noise hazards and hearing protection measures.
Discusses potential explosion hazards from dry dust and relevant standards.
Explains risks of laser radiation and safety precautions.
Lists various ANSI, AWS, NFPA, and other relevant safety standards.
Outlines Hypertherm's global regulatory management system for product compliance.
Emphasizes precedence of local regulations over manual instructions for installation and use.
Explains identification and meaning of certification test marks on products.
Highlights how national standards may vary, affecting product compliance.
Provides guidance on safe installation and operation per IEC 60974-9.
Details requirements for periodic inspection and testing of electrical safety.
Specifies requirements for personnel performing electrical safety tests.
Discusses the use and selection of RCDs in certain countries for electrical safety.
Addresses considerations for integrated systems combining Hypertherm products with other equipment.
Outlines Hypertherm's commitment to environmental specifications and supplier information.
Emphasizes compliance with national and local environmental regulations for product lifecycle.
Explains Hypertherm's compliance with the EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
Guides on environmentally responsible disposal of electronic products and components.
Discusses the EU Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive and recycling criteria.
Details Hypertherm's compliance with the EU REACH regulation concerning chemicals.
Addresses requirements for Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemicals used.
Provides general information on air quality, NIOSH methods, and testing.
Introduces the ArcGlide THC system and its components.
Describes the microcontroller, I/O interface, and motor drive unit.
Details the torch lifter station and its features for positioning the torch head.
Explains the HMI functions including setup, parameters, and operation.
Describes the functions and types of plasma interfaces for voltage feedback.
Specifies the requirement for an Ethernet switch in multi-span Hypernet configurations.
Presents detailed specifications for the system, control module, and other components.
Lists general system specifications like input power, temperature, and warranty.
Provides specific technical details and dimensions for the control module.
Details specifications for the lifter assembly, including parts and mounting options.
Details specifications and dimensions for the optional HMI unit.
Outlines electrical specifications for the discrete plasma interface.
Explains the need for an Ethernet switch and lists required ports.
Specifies the type of Ethernet connectors used.
Details electrical protection features for Ethernet connections.
Specifies the maximum allowed transmission distance for I/O signals.
States the transmission speed for I/O signals.
Provides the operating temperature range for Ethernet switches.
Illustrates discrete and Hypernet communication styles and their cabling.
Explains Hypernet connections to CNC and plasma systems via Ethernet cables.
Details signal routing via control module using discrete cables.
Describes configurations using both Hypernet and discrete links.
Outlines initial steps for setting up the hardware components of the system.
Instructions for verifying received components and checking for shipping damage.
Procedures for filing claims for damaged or missing merchandise.
Specifies that installation must conform to national/local codes and be by qualified personnel.
Guidance on positioning system components and grounding them to earth.
Details necessary grounding and shielding to protect against RFI/EMI noise.
Introduces grounding and shielding necessities for plasma cutting systems.
Describes three types of grounding systems: safety, DC power, and RFI/EMI.
Provides a step-by-step guide for implementing grounding and shielding practices.
Explains grounding for limiting electrical noise from plasma and motor drive systems.
Illustrates cable and signal connections for Hypernet configurations.
Illustrates cable and signal connections for discrete configurations.
Provides examples of various ArcGlide THC configurations and connections.
Provides mounting dimensions and instructions for installing the lifter.
Details connecting the Ohmic wire for HPR XD plasma systems.
Instructions for connecting the Ohmic wire to non-HPR XD plasma systems.
Explains the procedure for properly grounding the lifter assembly.
Provides instructions for mounting the control module.
Outlines the steps for grounding the control module.
Guides on the installation process for the optional HMI.
Details how to properly ground the HMI unit.
Instructions for connecting Hypernet cables, requiring an Ethernet switch.
Provides guidance on connecting discrete cables for various system configurations.
Introduces the section detailing different types of cables used in the system.
Details the lifter interface cable, including part numbers and pinouts.
Describes the Hypernet and HMI interface cable, including pinouts.
Details the operator console I/O cable, including pinouts and dry contact circuits.
Explains the interlock kit for enabling/disabling Z-axis motion.
Details the CNC I/O cable, pinouts, and circuit types.
Details the plasma interface I/O cable, including pinouts and signal descriptions.
Describes the non-serial plasma interface cable for specific HPR models.
Details the serial plasma interface cable for serial communication.
Provides examples of discrete interface signal schematics for inputs and outputs.
Explains input modes (dry contact, sourced) and their selection.
Describes the relay contact outputs and their protection.
Details required and optional discrete interface signals between CNC and control module.
Details discrete interface signals between plasma system and control module.
Lists discrete signals used between control module and operator console.
Guides on setting up ArcGlide software with Hypertherm CNC and Hypernet.
Explains how to verify and set up ArcGlide axes parameters.
Details how to assign ports for ArcGlide THCs in the Machine setup screen.
Lists and explains various setup parameters for ArcGlide.
Details the controls available on the system components.
Explains the operator controls on the control module.
Describes the controls and status indicators on the lifter assembly.
Details the HMI controls, LEDs, and display functions.
Covers essential daily tasks like startup and shutdown procedures.
Outlines the sequence for powering on the entire cutting system.
Explains how to properly power down the ArcGlide THC and the system.
Describes the manual and automatic operating modes of the ArcGlide THC.
Details how to operate the ArcGlide THC in manual mode and its uses.
Explains the three automatic operating modes for production cutting.
Describes the simplest automatic mode with fixed torch height.
Explains operating in Set Arc Voltage mode for specific cutting conditions.
Details the most automatic mode, using sampled arc voltage for control.
Guides on using the HMI for control, parameter setting, and diagnostics.
Provides an overview of the HMI's screen structure and navigation.
Explains the primary display parameters seen during normal operation.
Details the parameters available for system setup and maintenance.
Describes the Diagnostics display for error and control state information.
Provides access to lifter specifications and control module parameters.
Details information displayed in manual mode, including errors and pierce delay.
Explains parameters displayed when the lifter is disabled.
Details parameters that determine ArcGlide THC operation with a Hypertherm CNC.
Lists and explains various setup parameters for ArcGlide.
Assumes service personnel are qualified technicians for troubleshooting.
States control module and HMI require no routine maintenance.
Details lubrication intervals for the carriage based on operation hours.
Mentions the sealing strip needs oiling at lubrication intervals.
Recommends checking cables for chafing or damage, especially the Ohmic wire.
Verifies grounding of system components to earth ground.
Illustrates the sequence of states in ArcGlide THC operation.
Lists common cutting faults and their possible causes.
Provides tips and procedures for achieving square, straight, smooth cuts.
Advises following operating cycle steps and purging gas lines before cutting.
Explains the LongLife process for minimizing consumable erosion.
Discusses factors affecting cut quality like cut angle and dross.
Defines acceptable cut angles and how to diagnose issues.
Explains causes of low-speed and high-speed dross and how to reduce it.
Addresses cut surface concavity/convexity and corrective actions.
Mentions trade-offs involved in certain improvements.
Discusses pierce delay, Pierce Complete signal, and factors affecting piercing.
Suggests decreasing torch-to-work distance to increase cutting speed.
Guides on updating ArcGlide software via Phoenix or laptop.
Instructions for updating software directly from the CNC.
Details downloading software updates using a laptop.
Explains how operators can perform tests for lifter mechanics and IHS.
Provides a table of common problems and their solutions.
Troubleshooting steps for communication loss between CNC/plasma and ArcGlide.
Steps to diagnose lack of response to CYCLE-START-IN signal.
Troubleshooting steps when the arc ignites before IHS completion.
Refers to installation section for troubleshooting the Enable light.
Steps to diagnose torch not approaching workpiece correctly during IHS.
Troubleshooting steps for inaccurate IHS with nozzle ohmic contact.
Troubleshooting steps for inaccurate IHS with stall force sensing.
Steps to diagnose why the torch fails to ignite.
Troubleshooting steps when the torch arc fails to transfer.
Diagnoses issues causing arc extinguishment or large pierce holes.
Troubleshooting steps when the laser pointer is not illuminated.
Diagnoses why the torch moves before piercing is complete.
Troubleshooting steps for torch diving below cutting height.
Steps to address torch diving towards workpiece after AVC begins.
Troubleshooting steps for torch retracting prematurely after AVC begins.
Suggests increasing Retract Delay if retraction starts before arc extinguishes.
Steps to troubleshoot failure to retract, including Homing Speed.
Offers systematic approaches to troubleshooting common issues.
Troubleshooting steps for communication issues between Edge Pro and HPR.
Explains how to troubleshoot error messages displayed on HMI and control module.
Shows block diagrams of PCBs for system configurations.
Lists the various Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) associated with the ArcGlide system.
Details the HMI processor PCB, including test points and connectors.
Details the HMI processor PCB, including connectors and signals.
Describes the HMI 7-segment display interface PCB.
Details the THC controller interface PCB, including connectors and pinouts.
Describes the THC processor PCB and its unit address switch.
Lists continued pinouts for J1 Board interconnects.
Details pin assignments for the J4 Lifter interface.
Details pin assignments for the J5 Plasma interface.
Details pin assignments for the J6 CNC interface.
Details pin assignments for the J7 Op-Con interface.
Details the discrete plasma interface PCB and its LEDs.
Details pin assignments for the J1 Plasma interface.
Details J2 pin assignments for generic plasma system inputs.
Details J3 pin assignments for generic plasma system outputs.
Details J4 pin assignments for arc voltage measurement.
Details pin assignments for the J5 Plasma I/O cable.
Describes the Hypernet plasma interface PCB and its unit address switch.
Details pin assignments for the J5 CNC interface.
Details pin assignments for the J6 Remote ON/OFF control.
Details the lifter interface PCB and its various switches and connectors.
Lists and illustrates the individual parts for the lifter assembly.
Lists and illustrates the individual individual parts for the THC controller.
Lists and illustrates the individual parts for the HMI.
Lists and illustrates the plasma interface PCB.
Explains the section contains wiring diagrams and referencing format.
States that symbols and their identification precede the wiring diagrams.
Illustrates and identifies common electronic and electrical symbols used in diagrams.
Illustrates symbols representing torch components like electrode, nozzle, and shield.
Represents the first sheet of the wiring diagrams.
Represents the second sheet of the wiring diagrams.
Represents the third sheet of the wiring diagrams.
Represents the fourth sheet of the wiring diagrams.
