Thermal Dynamics CUTMASTER Service Manual

CUTMASTER 40MM
Manual 0-5085 5-7 SERVICE
Problem - Symptom Possible Cause Recommended Action
FAULT&80PSI
indicatorsashing.
Gasowiscycling
ONandOFF.
1. Torch shield cup is loose.
2. Torch tip, electrode or start
cartridge missing.
3. Torch start cartridge is stuck.
4. Open conductor in torch leads.
5. Problem in the torch and leads
switch circuit.
6.Failedcomponentsinunit.
1. Tighten shield cup by hand. Do not overtighten.
2.TurnOFFpowersupply.Removeshieldcup.Installmissing
parts.
3.TurnOFFpowersupply.Bleeddownsystempressure.
Remove shield cup, tip and start cartridge. Check start cartridge
lowerendttingforfreemovement.Replaceifttingdoesnot
move freely.
4. Replace torch and leads or return to authorized service center
for repair or replacement.
5. Replace torch and leads or return to authorized service center
for repair or replacement.
6. Return to authorized service center for repair or replacement.
Nothing happens
when torch switch
or remote switch
isclosed(OrCNC
START signal is
active)Nogasow,
DCLEDOFF.
1. Problem in the torch and leads
switchcircuit(Remotependant
switchcircuit).
2. CNC Contoller device not
providing Start signal.
3.Failedcomponentsinunit.
1.TakeTorchandLeads(RemotePendant)toAuthorizedRepair
Facility.
2. Contact Controller manufacturer.
3. Return to authorized service center for repair or replacement.
FAULTindicator
ashingand85PSI
indicatorsashingat
1 cycle per second.
1.UpperO-Ringontorchheadisin
wrong position.
2. Torch start cartridge is stuck.
3. Worn or faulty torch parts.
4. Shorted Torch.
1.Removeshieldcupfromtorch;check
upperO- R i n g  p osition;  c o r r e c tifnec e s s a r y. 
2.TurnOFFpowersupply.Bleeddownsystempressure.
Remove shield cup, tip and start cartridge. Check start cartridge
lowerendttingforfreemovement.Replaceifttingdoesnot
move freely.
3. Inspect torch consumable parts. Replace if necessary.
4. Replace torch and leads or return to an authorized service
center for repair.
FAULTindicator
ashingand85PSI
indicatorsashingat
5 cycles per second
1. Low output voltage during pilot.
2. Low output voltage during cut.
3.ForAutomationTorchonly:Tip
contacted work piece during cut
with output correct set above 45
amps.
1)Checktorchconsumablepartsforwearorforeigndebris.*
2)Checktorchconsumablepartsforwearorforeigndebris.*
3)CutwithTipOFFtheplate.*
*Forthesemodes,toresetthemachine,removetheSTART
signal.
NoFaultlightsON,no
arc in torch.
1.Failedcomponentsinunit. 1. Return to an authorized service center for repair.
FAULTand90PSI
indicatorsashing
1. Internal Error 1.TurntheON/OFFswitchOFFthenbackONagain.Ifthatdoes
not clear the fault, return to an authorized service center for
repair.
Pilot arc is ON but
cutting arc will not
establish
1. Work cable not connected to
work piece.
2. Work cable/connector broken.
3.Failedcomponentsinunit.
1. Connect work cable.
2. Replace work cable.
3. Return to an authorized service center for repair.
Torch cutting is
diminished
1. Incorrect current setting.
2. Worn torch consumables.
3. Poor work cable connection to
work piece.
4. Torch being moved too fast.
5. Excessive oil or water in torch.
6.Failedcomponentsinunit.
1. Check and adjust to proper setting.
2. Check torch consumables and replace as needed.
3. Check the connection of the Work Lead to the work piece.
4. Reduce cutting speed.
5.Referto"Checkairquality"insection3Torch.
6. Return to an authorized service center for repair.

Thermal Dynamics CUTMASTER Specifications

General

Brand	Thermal Dynamics
Model	CUTMASTER
Category	Welding System
Language	English