Troubleshooting for Fault Codes
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Identify fault icons
Notice – This icon identifies faults that have a negative effect on cut quality or
performance but do not prevent the plasma power supply from continuing to
operate in most conditions. The 0-14-0 fault code shows this icon but will stop
the system from operating.
Fault – This icon identifies faults that cause the plasma power supply to stop cutting.
Error – This icon identifies faults for which repair or replacement of internal
components is necessary.
Torch Cap Sensor – This icon identifies when the SmartSYNC torch is in the yellow
lock (X) position. It also identifies fault conditions in which the Hypertherm
cartridge is loose, incorrectly installed, or missing.
Temperature – This icon identifies fault conditions in which the plasma power supply
is outside the range of permitted operating temperatures.
Gas – This icon identifies fault conditions in which the gas supply is disconnected
from the plasma power supply or there is a problem with the gas supply.
Cartridge Not Recognized – This icon shows when a cartridge cannot communicate
with the plasma power supply.
When a cartridge cannot communicate with the plasma power supply, the
plasma power supply cannot set operating parameters or record cartridge data.
Cartridge End-of-Life – This icon shows when the cartridge is at end-of-life.
Hypertherm strongly recommends that you install a new cartridge when you get
this fault.
Internal Serial Communications Interface – This icon identifies faults with serial
communications that occur between the LCD/control PCB and the DSP PCB.
Cartridge Communications – This icon identifies faults with wireless
communications that occur between the Hypertherm cartridge and the
SmartSYNC torch.