Hypertherm SYNC Powermax 85 User Manual

Operate the Plasma System
3
86 810470 Operator Manual Powermax65/85/105 SYNC
Amperage / gas selector – Push this button in manual gas pressure mode to
select amperage or gas pressure for manual adjustments.
The selection cursor identifies whether amperage or gas pressure is
selected.
You can also push and hold this button for 2 seconds to go to the main
menu screen. Refer to page 89.
Operating mode button – The plasma power supply automatically sets the
mode to Cut mode or Gouge mode related to the type of Hypertherm
cartridge that you install. With a Hypertherm cutting cartridge installed, you
can push this button to change from Cut mode to Expanded Metal mode.
Refer to page 77 for more information.
When you install a Hypertherm gouging cartridge, Cut mode and
Expanded Metal mode are not available. When you install a Hypertherm
cutting cartridge, Gouge mode is not available.
Expanded Metal mode. Use this mode with a Hypertherm cutting
cartridge to cut expanded metal with a continuous pilot arc. Refer
to page 78.
Cut mode. Use this mode with a Hypertherm cutting cartridge for
most cutting and piercing applications.
Gouge mode. Use this mode with a Hypertherm gouging
cartridge for gouging applications.
You can also use this button to go into gas test mode. Refer to page 147.
Power ON LED (green) – When this LED is on, it shows that the power switch is
set to ON (I) and the plasma power supply is prepared to cut.
If the LED flashes, this identifies a fault condition. Refer to Fault codes on
page 130.

Hypertherm SYNC Powermax 85 Specifications

General

Brand	Hypertherm
Model	SYNC Powermax 85
Category	Welding System
Language	English