PROFAX AEC 4000-1 User Manual

WARNING - Wear proper eye, ear, and body protection.
• Shut off all power before repairing or disconnecting
torch.
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL!!
• Arc gouging can burn eyes and skin, avoid smoke
inhalation.
It is dangerous to your health.
Noise can be harmful to your hearing.
USE WITH COMPRESSED AIR ONLY, NEVER
USE OXYGEN.
ARC GOUGING TORCHES
P.O. Box 898 • Pearland, TX 77588-0898
281-485-6258
Made in U.S.A.
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4000-1 Designed for 5/32” - 1/2”
Carbons
4500-1 Designed for 3/16” - 5/8”
Carbons
AEC 4000-1/AEC 4500-1
WARNING
This product, when used for welding or cutting,
produces fumes or gases which contain
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer.
(California Health & Safety Code 25249.5 et. seq.)

PROFAX AEC 4000-1 Specifications

General

Brand	PROFAX
Model	AEC 4000-1
Category	Flashlight
Language	English

Summary

Arc Gouging Torches Introduction

AEC 4000-1 Model

Details the AEC 4000-1 torch designed for 5/32" to 1/2" carbons.

AEC 4500-1 Model

Details the AEC 4500-1 torch designed for 3/16" to 5/8" carbons.

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety measures for operating arc gouging torches, including personal protection and power cutoff.

California Prop 65 Warning

Notice regarding chemicals in fumes known to cause health issues in California.

AEC Torch Features and Specifications

Standard Features

Highlights common features across AEC series, such as torch head angle and swivel cable.

AEC 4000-1 Specifics

Details for AEC 4000-1: 5/32"-1/2" carbons, standard swivel cable/head.

AEC 4500-1 Specifics

Details for AEC 4500-1: 3/16"-5/8" carbons, heavy duty swivel cable/head.

Air Requirements for Operation

Recommends 80 to 100 psi compressed air for AEC series arc gouging torches.

Parts Breakdown and Identification

Exploded View of Torches

Diagram showing all components of the AEC 4000-1 and AEC 4500-1 arc gouging torches.

Component Part Numbers

Table listing part numbers for AEC 4000-1 and AEC 4500-1 components.

Operation and Safety Guidelines

Operation and Use Explained

Description of Air Carbon-Arc Cutting process and its benefits over conventional methods.

General Safety Instructions

Covers protecting yourself and others, electrical shock, fumes, arc rays, noise, and work area safety.

Pre-Operation Checks

Steps to take before operating the equipment, including inspection and ventilation.

Equipment Selection Information

Information on PROFAX arc gouging torch series and power source requirements.