Hypertherm powermax45 Operator's Manual

OPERATION
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Common hand-cutting faults
The torch sputters and hisses, but does not produce an arc. The cause can be:
• The consumables are too tight. Loosen the consumables about 1/8th of a turn and try again.
The consumables should be just finger-tight.
The torch does not cut completely through the workpiece. The causes can be:
• The cut speed is too fast.
• The consumables are worn.
• The metal being cut is too thick.
• Gouging consumables are installed instead of cutting consumables.
• The work clamp is not attached properly to the workpiece.
• The gas pressure or gas flow rate is too low.
Cut quality is poor. The causes can be:
• The metal being cut is too thick.
• The wrong consumables are being used (gouging consumables are installed instead of
cutting consumables, for example).
• You are moving the torch too quickly or too slowly.
The arc sputters and consumables life is shorter than expected. The cause can be:
• Moisture in the gas supply.
• The gas pressure is too low.

Hypertherm powermax45 Specifications

General

Brand	Hypertherm
Model	powermax45
Category	Welding System
Language	English