MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
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  Operator Manual  5-7
Problem Solutions
The arc sputters and hisses. •   The gas filter element is contaminated. Replace 
the element – See Replace the gas filter element 
in this section.
•    Inspect the gas line for moisture. If necessary, 
install or repair the gas filtration to the power 
supply. See Prepare the gas supply in Section 2.
The cut quality is poor. •    Verify that the torch is being used correctly. See 
Section 4, Operation. 
•    Inspect the consumables for wear and replace as 
necessary. See Inspect the consumables in this 
section.
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