8.2 Arc striking control ( Start / Stop )
With the SPACE key or by clicking on the button with the torch
symbol, the interface relay responsible for switching on the arc can be
activated.
If the cutting machine has a CNC connector, check in the
documentation which pins are responsible for switching on the arc
( PLASMA START ). For example, for the popular Hypertherm
PowerMax series cutting machines ( with CPC port ) these are pins 3, 4.
For cutters without a CNC port, these are usually the push button
pins. In this case the wires leading to the button in the handle must
absolutely be disconnected !
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