Hypertherm XPR170 - Page 250

Maintenance
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How to measure the pit depth of an electrode
1. Complete the following procedures before continuing:
a. Remove the power from the cutting system on page 238
b. Remove the torch and consumable parts on page 240
2. Use an electrode pit-depth gauge to measure the pit depth on the electrode. Refer to Figure 63
on page 250.
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A pit-depth gauge (004630) is available from Hypertherm. Refer to Other
consumable and torch parts on page 382 of the Parts List.
Figure 63 – Use an electrode pit-depth gauge to measure pit depth
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Electrode
(not to scale)
Pit
Replace gauge point (004629) if damaged