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Hypertherm HT4400 - User Manual

Hypertherm HT4400
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Plasma Arc Cutting System
Instruction Manual
803580 - Revision 4
HySpeed
HT4400
®

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Hypertherm HT4400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelHT4400
TypePlasma Cutter
Open Circuit Voltage300 V
Input Phase3-Phase
Output Current40 A

Summary

Section 1 Safety

Recognize Safety Information

Identifies potential hazards using symbols and provides instructions to avoid them.

Follow Safety Instructions

Emphasizes reading all safety messages and labels, maintaining labels, and proper operation.

Cutting Can Cause Fire or Explosion

Details fire prevention and explosion prevention measures for plasma cutting operations.

Electric Shock Can Kill

Outlines precautions to prevent electric shock, including proper grounding and insulation.

Cutting Can Produce Toxic Fumes

Warns about toxic fumes, recommending ventilation and respirators for safe cutting.

A Plasma Arc Can Cause Injury and Burns

Describes the risks of plasma arcs causing injuries and burns, with safety tips.

Arc Rays Can Burn Eyes and Skin

Explains eye and skin protection against plasma arc rays, including lens shade recommendations.

Grounding Safety

Details proper grounding procedures for work cables and tables for safety and EMI prevention.

Compressed Gas Equipment Safety

Provides safety guidelines for handling compressed gas cylinders, regulators, hoses, and fittings.

Warning Label

Explains the meaning of symbols and text on the machine's warning label for safe operation.

Section 2 Specifications

System Components

Lists and describes the main components of the HT4400 system, such as power supply and torch.

Gas Requirements

Specifies the types of gases and quality required for plasma cutting operations.

Power Supply

Details the specifications of the power supply, including voltage, current, and dimensions.

Machine Torch

Provides specifications for the machine torch, including cutting capability and dimensions.

Gas Console

Lists specifications and mounting dimensions for the gas console unit.

Ignition Console

Provides specifications and mounting recommendations for the ignition console.

Water Cooler

Details specifications for the water cooler, including dimensions, capacity, and flow rate.

Remote Current Control Console

Lists specifications and mounting dimensions for the optional remote current control console.

Section 3 Installation

Installation Requirements

Outlines general requirements for electrical and plumbing system installation by qualified personnel.

Gas Requirements

Details gas supply requirements, including regulator type, pressure, and purity.

Torch Coolant Requirements

Details the recommended coolant mixture and requirements for the torch coolant system.

Grounding Requirements

Explains the importance of proper grounding for safety and EMI prevention, referencing appendix A.

Power Requirements

Details electrical power requirements, including input voltage, current, and cable sizing.

Connecting the Power

Details the procedure for connecting the main power supply, including safety precautions.

HT4400 System Interconnections

Provides a diagram and references for connecting system components like ignition, gas, and water cooler.

Torch Connections

Details how to connect the torch to the torch leads, including lubrication.

Torch Mounting and Alignment

Provides instructions for mounting and aligning the torch to the workpiece.

Post-Installation

Guides through the initial startup procedure after installation, including coolant flow checks.

Section 4 Operation

Controls and Indicators

Provides an overview of the controls and indicators on the gas console.

Gas Console Controls and Indicators

Explains the function of each control and indicator on the gas console.

Status Display Messages on the Gas Console

Lists and explains error codes and status messages displayed on the gas console.

Leak Tests

Provides procedures for performing leak tests on the plasma and shield gas systems.

Daily Startup

Outlines the steps for daily startup, including checking torch and consumables.

Common Cutting Faults

Identifies common cutting problems, their causes, and potential solutions.

Performance and Process Data

Presents performance data for cutting mild steel with oxygen plasma, including pressures and kerf width.

Cutting Techniques

Offers advice on improving cut quality through proper cut angle, dross control, and surface smoothness.

How to Get Longer Consumable Life

Provides tips for extending the life of consumable parts, including adherence to LongLife procedures.

Section 5 Maintenance

Routine Maintenance

Refers to the preventative maintenance schedule for routine maintenance recommendations.

Replacing the Water Cooler Filter

Details the procedure for replacing the water cooler filter element.

Pump Strainer Cleaning

Outlines the steps for cleaning the pump strainer.

Torch Coolant Draining

Provides a procedure for draining torch coolant for maintenance or transportation.

HT4400 Startup Sequence

Illustrates the system startup sequence flow chart from power on to idle state.

HT4400 Plasma START Sequence

Shows the sequence flowchart from plasma START signal to RUN state.

HT4400 Plasma RUN Sequence

Presents the sequence flowchart from RUN state through the end of a cut.

Error Code Troubleshooting

Provides a table of error codes, their possible causes, and solutions for troubleshooting.

System Troubleshooting

Offers troubleshooting steps for various system issues, categorized by condition and result.

Initial Checks

Guides on performing initial visual checks and voltage verification before detailed troubleshooting.

Chopper Module Test Procedure

Provides a step-by-step procedure for testing chopper modules using a multimeter.

Coolant Flow Test

Outlines the procedure for testing the coolant flow rate of the system.

Pressure Switch Settings

Specifies the settings for the plasma and shield pressure switches (PG1 and PG2).

Preventative Maintenance Schedule

Provides a schedule for daily, weekly, monthly, bi-annual, and annual preventative maintenance tasks.

Section 6 Parts List

Power Supply

Lists parts for the Power Supply, Front Panel Outside, with item numbers and descriptions.

Ignition Console

Lists parts for the Ignition Console, including the main unit, filters, and inductor.

Gas Console

Lists parts for the Gas Console, including toggle switches, pressure switches, and PCB.

Water Cooler

Lists parts for the Water Cooler, including fans, pump, filter, and hoses.

HT4400 Torch

Lists parts for the HT4400 Torch assembly, including adapters, consumables, and torch body.

Consumable Configurations

Shows configurations of consumables (retaining cap, nozzle, swirl ring, electrode) for different materials and settings.

Recommended Spare Parts

Lists recommended spare parts for the Power Supply and Ignition Console.

Section 7 Wiring Diagrams

Introduction

Explains the organization and referencing format used in the wiring diagrams section.

Wiring Diagram Symbols

Provides a key to the various symbols used in the wiring diagrams.

Appendix A System Grounding

System Grounding Requirements

Details requirements for grounding the plasma system for safety and EMI suppression.

Suggested Ground Cable Routing

Provides guidance on routing ground cables for the power supply and equipment.

Equipment Grounding

Explains grounding procedures for accessory modules and the work table.

Work Table Grounding

Details grounding requirements for the worktable, including supplementary ground rods and ferrite chokes.

Appendix B Propylene Glycol Safety Data

Propylene Glycol Safety Data

Contains safety data for propylene glycol, covering identification, hazards, and handling.

Benzotriazole (COBRATEC) Safety Data

Provides safety data for benzotriazole, including its properties, hazards, and regulatory status.

Appendix C Gas Regulators

Gas Regulators

Discusses the importance of quality gas regulators and lists available Hypertherm models.

Appendix D Noise Levels

Noise Levels

Lists noise level measurements for the HT4400 system under various operating conditions.

Appendix E O2 N2 Cutcharts @ 140 PSI

Mild Steel 400 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Mild Steel at 400 Amps using O2/N2 shield gas at 140 PSI.

Mild Steel 300 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Mild Steel at 300 Amps using O2/N2 shield gas at 140 PSI.

Mild Steel 200 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Mild Steel at 200 Amps using O2/N2 shield gas at 140 PSI.

Mild Steel 100 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Mild Steel at 100 Amps using O2/N2 shield gas at 140 PSI.

Stainless Steel 400 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Stainless Steel at 400 Amps using N2/N2 shield gas at 140 PSI.

Stainless Steel 200 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Stainless Steel at 200 Amps using N2/O2-N2 shield gas at 140 PSI.

Aluminum 400 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Aluminum at 400 Amps using N2/N2 shield gas at 140 PSI.

Aluminum 200 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Aluminum at 200 Amps using N2/O2-N2 shield gas at 140 PSI.

Appendix F O2 N2 Cutcharts @ 120 PSI

Mild Steel 400 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Mild Steel at 400 Amps using O2/N2 shield gas at 120 PSI.

Mild Steel 300 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Mild Steel at 300 Amps using O2/N2 shield gas at 120 PSI.

Mild Steel 200 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Mild Steel at 200 Amps using O2/N2 shield gas at 120 PSI.

Mild Steel 100 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Mild Steel at 100 Amps using O2/N2 shield gas at 120 PSI.

Stainless Steel 400 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Stainless Steel at 400 Amps using N2/N2 shield gas at 120 PSI.

Stainless Steel 200 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Stainless Steel at 200 Amps using N2/O2-N2 shield gas at 120 PSI.

Aluminum 400 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Aluminum at 400 Amps using N2/N2 shield gas at 120 PSI.

Aluminum 200 Amps

Provides cutting parameters for Aluminum at 200 Amps using N2/O2-N2 shield gas at 120 PSI.

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