Hypertherm Powermax 85

TORCH SETUP
powermax 65/85 Service Manual 3-15
WARNING
INSTANT-ON TORCHES
PLASMA ARC CAN CAUSE INJURY AND BURNS
The plasma arc comes on im me di ate ly when the torch is activated. Make sure the
power is OFF before changing the consumables.
Install the machine torch consumables
To operate the machine torch, a complete set of consumable parts must be installed: shield, retaining cap, nozzle,
electrode, and swirl ring.
With the power switch in the OFF (O) position, install the machine torch consumables in a manner similar to the hand
torch consumables. Refer to 3-6 Install the hand torch consumables.
Aligning the torch
Mount the machine torch perpendicular to the workpiece in order to get a vertical cut. Use a square to align the torch at
0° and 90°.
Torch
0°
90°