Hypertherm Powermax30 AIR Operator's Manual

Powermax30 AIR Operator Manual 808840 9
Contents
4 Operation ...................................................................................................................................... 39
Controls and indicators ............................................................................................................................................................... 39
Rear controls .......................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Front panel controls and indicator LED symbols ........................................................................................................... 40
Operate the plasma system ....................................................................................................................................................... 41
Step 1 – Install the consumables ..................................................................................................................................... 41
Step 2 – Connect the electrical power ........................................................................................................................... 42
Step 3 – Adjust the output current ................................................................................................................................... 43
Operating the system on a 120 V / 20 A circuit ................................................................................................... 43
Operating the system on a 240 V / 20 A circuit ................................................................................................... 43
Decrease output current for lower-rated power plugs ......................................................................................... 43
Cutting expanded metal .............................................................................................................................................. 43
Step 4 – Attach the ground clamp ................................................................................................................................... 44
Step 5 – Power ON the system ........................................................................................................................................ 44
Step 6 – Check the indicator LEDs ................................................................................................................................. 45
Step 7 – Make sure the system is ready, and start cutting ........................................................................................ 45
What to expect during and after cutting ................................................................................................................................. 45
Postflow .................................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Internal compressor and fan activity ................................................................................................................................. 45
Water under the power supply .......................................................................................................................................... 45
Understand duty-cycle limitations ............................................................................................................................................. 46
System operation guidelines ...................................................................................................................................................... 47
Hand torch operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 48
Safety catch operation ......................................................................................................................................................... 48
Hand torch cutting guidelines ............................................................................................................................................ 49
Recommendations for cutting at 120 V ................................................................................................................... 49
Edge start on a workpiece .................................................................................................................................................. 50
Pierce a workpiece ............................................................................................................................................................... 51
Common hand-cutting faults .............................................................................................................................................. 52
Minimizing dross ............................................................................................................................................................ 52

Hypertherm Powermax30 AIR Specifications

General

Built-in Air Compressor	Yes
Output Voltage	83 VDC
Input Voltage	120-240 V
Current Output	15–30 A
Cutting Thickness	Up to 10 mm (3/8 in) recommended cut
Gas Supply	Built-in air compressor
Operating Temperature	-10°C to +40°C (+14°F to +104°F)