Gouge with the Hand Torch
11 2 810470 Operator Manual Powermax65/85/105 SYNC
Plasma power supplies come with a starter set of Hypertherm cartridges. For a full list of the cutting
and gouging cartridges available refer to the Powermax65/85/105 SYNC Parts Guide (810490).
The gouging cartridges can also be used on the machine torch. Refer to
Gouge with the Machine Torch in the Powermax65/85/105 SYNC
Mechanized Cutting Guide (810480).
Gouge with the hand torch
1. Install the Maximum Control or Maximum Removal gouging
cartridge. A HyAccess gouging cartridge can also be used.
When you install a gouging cartridge, the system goes to
Gouge mode and the Gouge LED comes ON (refer to Hand
torch LED behavior on page 75).
When you install a gouging cartridge, Cut mode and
Expanded Metal mode are not available.
2. Before firing the torch, hold the torch at approximately a 40° – 45° angle to the workpiece with
the torch tip approximately 6 mm – 12 mm (1/4 in. – 1/2 in.) from the workpiece.
WARNING
SPARKS AND HOT METAL CAN INJURE EYES AND BURN SKIN
When firing the torch at an angle, sparks and hot metal will spray out from the torch tip.
Point the torch away from yourself and others. Always put on correct protective equipment
including gloves and eye protection.
40° – 45°
6mm–12mm
(1/4 in. – 1/2 in.)