Victor CUTMASTER Service Manual

OPERATION CUTMASTER 10MM, 12MM
Manual 0-5230 4-5 Operation
• Drag Cutting With a Hand Torch
Drag cutting works best on metal 1/4" (6mm)
thick or less.
NOTE
For best parts performance and life, always
use the correct parts for the type of opera
-
tion.
A. Install the drag cutting tip and set the output
current.
B. The torch can be comfortably held in one
hand or steadied with two hands. Position
the hand to press the Trigger on the torch
handle. With the hand torch, the hand may
be positioned close to the torch head for
maximum control or near the back end for
maximum heat protection. Choose the hold-
ing technique that feels most comfortable
and allows good control and movement.
C. Keepthetorchincontactwiththeworkpiece
during the cutting cycle.
D. Hold the torch away from your body.
E. Slide the trigger release toward the back
of the torch handle while simultaneously
squeezing the trigger. The arc will start.
Art # A-09342
Trigger
Trigger Release
Figure 4-10 - Torch Trigger Release
F. Place the torch tip on the work. The main arc
will transfer to the work.
NOTE
The gas preflow and postflow are a char
-
acteristic of the Power Source and not a
function of the torch.
3
4
Tr igger
2
1
Tr igger Release
Art# A-09341
Figure 4-11 - Drag Cutting
G. Cut as usual. Simply release the trigger
assembly to stop cutting.
H. Follow normal recommended cutting prac-
tices as provided herein.
3. Complete cutting operation.
NOTE
If the torch is lifted too far from the work
-
piece while cutting, the main arc will stop
and the pilot arc will automatically restart.
4. Release the torch trigger.
a. Main arc stops.
5. Set the Power Source ON/OFF switch to OFF
(down position).
a. AC indicator
turns OFF.
6. Set the main power disconnect to OFF, or unplug
input power cord.
a. Input power is removed from the system.

Victor CUTMASTER Specifications

General

Brand	Victor
Model	CUTMASTER
Category	Welding System
Language	English