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Scheppach PLC40 Translation Of The Original Instruction Manual

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When using plasma cutters under electrically dan-
gerous conditions, the output voltage of the plas-
ma cutter must be greater than 48 volt when idling
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The plasma cutter may not be used in these cases
due to the output voltage.
Plasma cutting in tight spaces
When welding and plasma cutting in tight spaces
this may pose a hazard through toxic gases (risk
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ly be operated if there are trained individuals in the
immediate vicinity who can intervene if necessary.
In this case, before starting to use the plasma cut-
ter, an expert must carry out an assessment in or-
der to determine what steps are necessary, in or-
der to guarantee safety at work and which precau-
tionary measures should be taken during the actu-
al cutting procedure.
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When more than one plasma power source is op-
erated at the same time, their open circuit voltag-
es may add up and lead to an increased electrical
hazard. The plasma power sources must be clear-
ly marked with their individual control units and
connections, in order to be able to identify which
device belongs to which circuit.
Using shoulder straps
The plasma cutter must not be used if the device is
being carried e.g. with a shoulder strap.
This is intended to prevent:
The risk of losing your balance if the lines or hoses
which are connected are pulled.
The increased risk of an electric shock as the op-
erator comes into contact with the earth if he/she is
using a Class I plasma cutter, the housing of which
is earthed through its conductor.
Protective clothing
At work, the operator must protect his/her whole
body by using appropriate clothing and face pro-
tection against radiations and burns. The following
steps must be observed:
Wear protective clothing prior to cutting work.
Wear gloves.
Open windows to guarantee air supply.
Wear protective goggles.
Gauntlet gloves made of a suitable material (leath-
er) must be worn on both hands. They must be in
perfect condition.
A suitable apron must be worn to protect clothing
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e.g. overhead cutting, is required, a protective suit
must be worn and, if necessary, even head protec-
tion.
Do not carry out plasma cutting on drums or any
other closed containers. Danger from arc beams:
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skin.
Wear a hat and safety goggles.
Wear hearing protection and high, closed shirt col-
lars.
Use a welding safety helmet and make sure that
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Wear complete body protection. Danger from elec-
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Do not use if you have a medical implant.
Never wrap the cutting cable around your body.
Guide cutting cables together. Welding shield-spe-
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With the help of a bright light source (e.g. light-
er) examine the proper functioning of the welding
shield prior to starting with any cutting work.
Cut spatters can damage the protective screen.
Immediately replace damaged or scratched pro-
tective screens.
Immediately replace damaged or highly contami-
nated or splattered components.
The device must only be operated by people over
the age of 16.
Please familiarise yourself with the cutting safety
instructions. To that end, you must also observe
the safety instructions of your plasma cutter.
Always wear a welding helmet while welding and
plasma cutting. If it is not used, you could sustain
severe lesions to the retina.
Always wear protective clothing during welding
and plasma cutting operations.
Never use the welding shield without the protective
screen because this could damage the optical unit.
There is a risk of damage to the eyes!
Regularly replace the protective screen to ensure
good visibility and fatigue proof work.
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Environments with increased electrical hazard may
be encountered, for example:
In workplaces where the space for movement is
restricted, such that the operator is working in a
forced posture (e.g.: kneeling, sitting, lying) and is
touching electrically conductive parts;
In workplaces which are restricted completely or in
part in terms of electrical conductivity and where
there is a high risk through avoidable or accidental
touching by the operator;
In wet, humid or hot workplaces where the air hu-
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of human skin and the insulating properties or ef-
fect of protective equipment.
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an environment with increased electrical hazard.

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Scheppach PLC40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Control typeRotary
Easy to readYes
Product colorBlack
Built-in displayNo
Cutting thickness (max)12 mm
Input current40 A
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth430 mm
Width280 mm
Height310 mm
Weight8650 g