Hypertherm Powermax 65 Service Manual

TroubleshooTing and sysTem TesTs
powermax 65/85 Service Manual 5-7
Troubleshooting preparation
The complexity of the circuits requires that service technicians have a working knowledge of inverter power supply
theory. In addition to being technically qualified, technicians must perform all testing with safety in mind.
If questions or problems arise during servicing, call the Hypertherm Technical Services team listed in the front of this
manual.
Test equipment
• Multimeter
• IGBT (insulated gate bipolar transistor) tester (part number 128883)
Troubleshooting procedures and sequence
When performing the troubleshooting procedures:
• Read the Safety and Compliance Manual (80669C) for detailed safety information.
• Refer to Section 6, Component Replacement.
• Refer to Section 7, Parts.
• Refer to Section 8, Wiring Diagrams.
After the problem has been located and repaired, refer to the “Sequence of operation” flow diagram in this section to
test the power supply for proper operation.
Power OFF and disconnected
External inspection
Power ON
Internal inspection
Resistance checks
Troubleshooting guide and Fault
codes sections
Troubleshooting tests

Hypertherm Powermax 65 Specifications

General

Open Circuit Voltage (OCV)	300 VDC
Gas Supply	Clean, dry, oil-free air or nitrogen
Maximum Cut Capacity (Mild Steel)	1" (25 mm)
Input Voltage	200-600 V, 1/3-PH, 50/60 Hz
Output Current	20 – 65 A
Duty Cycle	50% @ 65 A
Recommended Gas Inlet Flow Rate/Pressure	6.7 scfm @ 85 psi
Torch Lead Length	25 ft (7.6 m)
Maximum Cut Capacity (Aluminum)	5/8" (16 mm)
Severance Cut Capacity (Mild Steel)	1-1/4" (32 mm)
Maximum Severance Thickness	1-1/4 in (32 mm)
Gas Type	Air/Nitrogen
Torch Options	Hand Torch, Mechanized Torch