Troubleshooting
Echion Operator Manual 810770 123
Hydraulic fluid
Problem Cause Solution
The intensifier does not stroke. Intensifier control is off.
When intensifier control is off, the
primary screen shows a red× on the
intensifier symbol.
Turn intensifier control on.
Refer to Intensifier Control on
page 170.
The cutting head is off. Turn on the cutting head.
A proximity switch has failed. Replace the switch. Contact a
Hypertherm Technical Service
Associate for information and
support.
High-pressure water seal life is
short.
A component is damaged or has
failed.
• Do preventive maintenance
according to the recommended
schedule. Refer to Preventive
maintenance schedule on
page 60.
• Examine the high-pressure
cylinder, the plunger, and the
high-pressure water seal.
• Look for flaws, deterioration,
erosion marks, corrosion, or
cracks.
• Make sure that the mating
surfaces are smooth and clean.
If damage is found, replace the
component.
The supply-water flow or pressure is
too low.
Make sure that the supply-water flow
and pressure are sufficient.
Refer to Specifications on page 135.
The proportional control valve is not
operating correctly.
Contact a Hypertherm Technical
Service Associate for information and
support.
The water quality is not sufficient. Make sure that the water quality is
within satisfactory range.
Refer to Test the water quality on
page 83.