Troubleshoot Common Problems
98 811470 Operator Manual Powermax45 SYNC
Remove fault code conditions
Refer to the following table to identify and troubleshoot each fault condition.
A label with descriptions for many common fault codes is included with
the system. Put the label on the plasma power supply or near your work
area for reference.
Operational faults
An operational fault code can be for a notification or for a condition that stops the cutting process.
Hypertherm recommends that you do the steps in the following table for all faults that occur.
Troubleshooting all faults helps you to get optimal cut quality and consumable life.
Fault
code
Fault
LEDs
Torch
LEDs Description Solutions
None
OFF
The ON/OFF power switch
is set to ON (I), but the
Power ON LED does not
illuminate.
• Make sure that the power cord is plugged
into the receptacle.
• Make sure that the power is on at the main
power panel or at the disconnect-power
switch box.
• Make sure the system is plugged into an
appropriately-sized circuit and that the
circuit breaker has not been tripped. Refer
to page 30.
None
Flashes
Quickly
Flashes
yellow
The alternating current (AC)
input power is not stable.
This fault stops the system from operating. In
some conditions, the system can operate at a
decreased capacity.
• Do a cold restart. Refer to page 90.
• If applicable, disconnect the system from
generator power.
• If you continue to get this fault, have an
electrical technician correct the power
source.