Forney Easy Weld 20P User manual

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CAT# 251
FEATURES:
• Uses electrical arc drag torch technology
that allows you to move (drag) the torch
directly across the metal surface for more
precise cuts
• Cutting thickness recommended up to 1/4”
(clean) and up to 3/8” (sever)
• Input 120 volts; 20 amp to 15 amp circuit
(adapter included)
• Max output 20 amps
• Easy to use and operate
• Internal air pressure regulator and dryer
• Thermal overload protection
• Post-flow air cooling for longer consumable
life
• Internal cooling fan
• CSA certified
IDEAL FOR:
Sheet Metal to Plate Cutting, Auto Body, Farm and
Ranch, HVAC, Plumbing, Do-It-Yourself
INCLUDES:
Plasma Cutting Machine, 20 Amp –15 Amp
Plug Adapter, Plasma Torch, an Additional Set of
Consumables, and Ground Cable and Clamp
20 P PLASMA CUTTER
OPERATING MANUAL
ENGLISH
REV 10.11.2017

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- Fort Collins, CO
- Tipp City, OH
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STOP!
PLEASE DO NOT
RETURN TO THE
STORE
If you have questions or problems with your new plasma cutting
machine, please contact customer service at 1-800-521-6038
Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. (MST) or at
www.forneyind.com/about-us/contact-us.
Please take time to register your product at
www.forneyind.com/support/product-registration.
Thank you and enjoy your new plasma cutting machine.
For the most up-to-date
warranty information,
visit www.forneyind.com

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WARRANTY................................................................................................................................................................ 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS.................................................................................................................................................. 4
SYMBOLS LEGEND...................................................................................................................................................... 5
SAFETY SUMMARY ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
PRINCIPAL SAFETY STANDARDS............................................................................................................................ 5
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING........................................................................................................... 5
EMF INFORMATION............................................................................................................................................. 6
PLASMA ARC CUTTING HAZARDS........................................................................................................................ 6
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................... 9
BOX CONTENTS....................................................................................................................................................... 10
INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................................................................... 11
PLASMA CUTTING MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................. 11
SITE SELECTION ................................................................................................................................................ 11
CONNECT INPUT POWER CABLE ....................................................................................................................... 11
USING THE 20 AMP – 15 AMP PLUG ADAPTER................................................................................................... 12
GENERATORS.................................................................................................................................................... 12
EXTENSION CORDS........................................................................................................................................... 12
VENTILATION..................................................................................................................................................... 12
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS .................................................................................................................................. 12
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PLASMA CUTTING MACHINE........................................................................................... 13
DESCRIPTION..................................................................................................................................................... 13
PLASMA CUTTING MACHINE SET-UP.................................................................................................................. 13
PLASMA CUTTING MACHINE LAYOUT & CONTROL ............................................................................................ 13
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................................... 14
AIR SUPPLY ........................................................................................................................................................ 14
TORCH CONSUMABLE PARTS (REPLACEMENT OR INSPECTION OF CONSUMABLES)........................................... 14
OPERATION.............................................................................................................................................................. 16
GROUND CLAMP & CABLE................................................................................................................................. 16
POWER ON THE SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................... 16
CHECKING AIR SUPPLY QUALITY ........................................................................................................................ 16
PERFORMANCE DATA PLATE & DUTY CYCLE ....................................................................................................... 16
INTERNAL THERMAL PROTECTION...................................................................................................................... 16
CUTTING CAPACITY ........................................................................................................................................... 17
CUTTING ........................................................................................................................................................... 17
MAINTENANCE & SERVICING................................................................................................................................... 19
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................. 19
CONSUMABLE MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................................... 20
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................. 21
MACHINE PARTS DIAGRAM & CONSUMABLES LIST.................................................................................................... 24
USER NOTES ............................................................................................................................................................ 25
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SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT NEEDED NOISE HAZARD
ELECTRICAL HAZARD
ARC RAYS HAZARD FUMES, VAPORS,
GASSES HAZARD
BURN HAZARD MOVING PARTS
HAZARD MAGNETIC FIELD HAZARD
OVERHEATING HAZARD FIRE HAZARD HF RADIATION
INTERFERENCE
ELECTROMAGNETIC
INTERFERENCE WARNING/CAUTION FALLING EQUIPMENT
HAZARD
ION INPUT VOLTAGE SINGLE PHASE ALTERNATING
CURRENT (AC)
O
OFF PLASMA CUTTING
TORCH TRIGGERED DIRECT CURRENT (DC)
AMPERAGE TEMPERATURE SUITABLE FOR CUTTING IN AN
ENVIRONMENT WITH INCREASED
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
PLASMA ARC CUTTING LINE CONNECTION
- - - -SINGLE PHASE STATIC FREQUENCY
CONVERTER TRANSFORMER RECTIFIER
Safety Summary
The data within this safety summary are highlights of various safety standards. It is recommended that
you familiarize yourself with the standards listed below before beginning plasma cutting.
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.
P65Warnings.ca.gov. P65 details at forneyind.com. Wash hands after use.
Principal Safety Standards
• ANSI Z49.1: SAFETY IN WELDING AND CUTTING - obtainable from the American Welding Society, 550 NW Le
Jeune Road, Miami, FL 33126 Telephone [phone], Fax [phone] - www.amweld.org or www.aws.
org.
Symbols Legend
CAUTION!
BEFORE INSTALLING, OPERATING OR CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE ON THE MACHINE, READ THE CONTENTS
OF THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY, PAYING PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO THE SAFETY RULES AND HAZARDS.
In the event of these instructions not being clear, please contact your
Forney Authorized Dealer or Forney Customer Service 1-800-521-6038