Strata ADVANCECUT 65 User manual

ADVANCECUT 65
PLASMA CUTTER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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DIRECT
CURRENT
IGBT INVERTER
TECHNOLOGY
SPIKE/
GENERATOR
SAFE
PILOT
ARC START
400V 50HZ
3 PHASE
CNC
CUTTING
CORROSION
RESISTANT
INTELLIGENT
PROTECTION
SYSTEM

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Contents
KnowYourMachine..........................................................5
Quick Start Guide..............................................................7
Available Parts & Accessories...........................................8
Wiring Diagram..................................................................9
CNC Socket Diagram........................................................10
Care&Maintenance.........................................................11
Plasma Cutting Guide......................................................12
OtherKnowledge&Resources........................................14
Troubleshooting......................................................15
Safety..............................................................................16
Warranty.........................................................................23

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The powerful 3 phase Plasma Cutter in a tough compact package. With IGBT technology and the
capability of severing up to 35mm carbon steel with CNC interface capability, look no further than the
ADVANCECUT 65 for serious industrial cutting solutions.
• IGBTmoduleinvertertechnologyforsmooth,
stable output, increased reliability
• Microprocessorcontrolsystemforsuperior
& dynamic arc characteristics
• CNCinterfaceconnection
• Protectedexternalairregulatorwithwater
 trap/filterforeasyadjustment&servicing
• Euroconnecttorchsystemwithsafe&robust
connection to machine
• Advancedstrataplasmatorchwitheuropean
torch head for superior cutting performance
and consumable life
• NonHFarcstartingsystemforincreased
 reliabilityandlowEMFpollution
• Automaticpilotarccontrolsystemfor
increased cutting capability, especially for
discontinuous cutting
• Extremestresstestedto550Vinproduction
for rugged reliability
• Strongenvironmentalprotectionagaint
moisture, salt spray and corrosion
• Highquality&overspecifiedelectronic
components for durability & reliability
• Intelligentprotectionsystemprotectsplasma
torch from damage
• Airflowmanualactivationswitchtoset&test
air pressure.
DIRECT
CURRENT
IGBT INVERTER
TECHNOLOGY
SPIKE/
GENERATOR
SAFE
PILOT
ARC START
400V 50HZ
3 PHASE
CNC
CUTTING
CORROSION
RESISTANT
INTELLIGENT
PROTECTION
SYSTEM
• ADVANCECUT 65 •
PLASMA CUTTER
DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: INPUT POWER MAX. INPUT GENERATOR CURRENT DUTY CYCLE: CUT SEVERANCE COMPRESSED STANDARDS:
SUPPLY: CURRENT: CAPACITY: OUTPUT: CAPACITY: CAPACITY: AIR REQ.
640x240x445mm 24kg 400VAC20A 18A 12.3KVA 20-65A 100%@61A Steel25mm Steel35mm 110L/min EN60974-1:2012
50Hz3Ph     Alum.20mm  5bar  

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*Denotes more detailed explanation of function to follow.
Front View
1. Cutting Current Control Knob
2. PowerIndicator.Lightswheninputpower
connected and machine switched on
3. PowerError/OverloadIndicator*
4. TorchSystemErrorIndicator*
5. CuttingPowerIndicator.Lightswhencutting
power circuit activated
6. AirControlRun/SetSwitch*
7. EarthLeadConnectionSocket
8. PlasmaTorchEuro/CentralConnector
9. CNCInterfaceConnectionPort
Rear View
10. AirPressureRegulatorOutletPressureGauge
11. AirPressureRegulatorKnob
12. CompressedAirInlet
13. AirCondensateFilter/TrapBowl
14. AirFilterCondensateDrainTube
Further Controls Explained
Overload/ Error Indicator (3)
Lightswhen overvoltage, overcurrent or electrical
overheating (due to exceeding duty cycle) is detected
and protection is activated.
When protection is activated, welding output will be
disabled until the safety system senses the overload
has reduced sufficiently and indicator lamp goes out.
Mayalsotriggerifmachineexperiencesaninternal
power circuit failure.
Torch System Error Indicator (4)
Lights when issue with torch system or air supply
detected and cutting output is disabled as a result.
Flashinglightmeansthattorchshieldcapisnotin-
Know Your Machine
stalled. Continuous light means likely damaged or
missing torch consumables or insufficient air pres-
sure supply to the torch.
Compressed Air Testing/Setting Switch (6)
When positioned as ‘set’ compressed air control
valve is open continuously. This is useful for testing
and setting the air pressure without having to activate
thetriggercircuit.‘Run’positionisnormaloperation.
DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: INPUT POWER MAX. INPUT GENERATOR CURRENT DUTY CYCLE: CUT SEVERANCE COMPRESSED STANDARDS:
SUPPLY: CURRENT: CAPACITY: OUTPUT: CAPACITY: CAPACITY: AIR REQ.
640x240x445mm 24kg 400VAC20A 18A 12.3KVA 20-65A 100%@61A Steel25mm Steel35mm 110L/min EN60974-1:2012
50Hz3Ph     Alum.20mm  5bar  
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Tips & Tricks
Air Regulator Pressure Adjustment
Correct air pressure is critical for plasma cutting. In-
correct air pressure will cause poor cut quality, lack of
cutting power, damage to the plasma torch and con-
sumables and potentially damage the power source.
Optimumairpressureisbetween0.45and0.5MPa
(65-75psi). Air pressure should be set with the air
flowing through the torch, as the pressure with the air
flowing will normally be less than static pressure, due
to flow losses through the torch system. To unlock
the pressure regulator knob in order to adjust it, pull
the knob upwards. Once the pressure is set correctly,
push the knob down again to lock it into place.
Air Filter/ Water Separator
As with correct air pressure, clean, dry air is also
critical for plasma cutting machine performance and
reliability.TheADVANCECUT65issuppliedwithan
airfiltration/moisture separator toassistwithpro-
viding suitable air supply. The moisture separator is
self-draining,thewaterdraintubeexitsoutthebot-
tomoftheclearcondensatebowl.Itisnormaltosee
moisturecomingfromthistubeperiodically.Ifexces-
sive amounts of water or oil are being produced in the
condensate bowl and drain line, the compressed air
supply should be checked for issues.
Pilot Arc System
TheADVANCECUT65useapilotarcsystem to estab-
lish the main cutting arc. A pilot arc system is a circuit
where the return is back through the torch head and
cable. This means it can create a small arc with some
cutting power without making any electrical connec-
tion with the main machine earth. This is especially
useful for starting cuts on material that does not have
a good initial earth connection, such as paint, rust,
scale.
Once the pilot arc is established and power is flowing
back through the main earth, the pilot arc is switched
off and the main arc started. Please note the pilot
arc circuit is only designed to operate for short peri-
ods of time as an auxiliary starting system, so it has
a safety protection that only allows the pilot arc to
runforshort periods atatime.In addition tothis,
these models also have a plot arc controller system
if the main arc cuts out and the torch remains to be
triggered, the pilot arc will reignite. This is useful for
cutting discontinuous workpieces like mesh or grids.
Itisveryimportanttorecognisethatplasmatorch
consumables wear as part of normal operation and
should be replaced in a timely manner. Operating a
torch with worn consumables will cause poor cutting
results and possible damage to the torch and ma-
chine itself. Damage caused by untimely replacement
of consumables will not be covered by warranty.
Use the following guidelines to determine when con-
sumables should be replaced:
Cutting Tips: The cutting tip has a small calibrated
orificethattheplasmapassesthrough.Iftheorifice
becomes partially blocked, deformed or enlarged, the
cutting tip should be replaced.
Electrodes: The electrode has a small silver ‘hafnium’
insert in the end of the tip. This is what generates the
plasma ions. Once the hafnium insert is gone or is
damaged the tip must be replaced.
Swirl Ring/Retaining Cap: These should be replaced
if broken, chipped, cracked or badly heat damaged.
Tips and electrodes: These should wear reasonably
evenly and it is normal practice to replace them both
together.Ifanew tip is insertedwithawornelec-
trode the tip will wear much more quickly than if the
electrodewasalsoreplacedatthatsametime.Iftips
or electrodes are wearing much faster than the other
component it is likely to be caused by one of the fol-
lowing: poor operator technique, incorrect air supply
or damaged torch head.
ItisalsoveryimportanttoonlyusegenuineStrata
consumablesandpartsfortheXT4000torch.They
areengineeredtosuitthemachineandnon-genuine
items may cause lack of performance, short life span,
torch and machine damage and void warranty.
Duty Cycle Rating
Cutting duty cycle is the percentage of actual cutting
timethatcanoccurinatenminutecycle.E.g.20%
at40amps-thismeanstheplasmacuttercanoper-

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Electrical Connection
The ADVANCECUT 65 is designed to operate on a 3
phase 20A 400V AC power supply.
Operating with a lower current rated supply circuit
will reduce the rated maximum output and duty cycle
performance.
Compressed Air Requirements
A reliable and consistent supply of clean dry com-
pressed air is essential for proper operation. Although
the machine contains its own internal air supply filtra-
tion system it is recommended the compressed air
supply should have external filtration in the line feed-
ing the machine, both a standard water trap (sintered
bronze filter) and also a coalescing filter (for oil in
air).Theairrequirementisaminimumof120l/min
(4.5cfm)FreeAirDelivery(FAD)at75psi pressure.
This normally means the compressor must be a belt
drive model or if a direct drive it must have a motor
powerof2.5HPorgreater.
The air must be dry and free of oil and moisture
(normally a symptom of older, worn out compres-
sors). The air hose must also be of sufficient size
(3/8”/10mmminimum)tosupplythemachine
Operating Environment
Adequate ventilation is required to provide proper
cooling for the ADVANCECUT 65. Ensure that the
machine is placed on a stable level surface where
clean cool air can easily flow through the unit. The
has electrical components and control circuit boards
which may be damaged by excessive dust and dirt, so
a clean operating environment is important for reli-
able product life.
Quick Start Guide - Plasma Cutter Installation
Basic Operation
1.1 Connect the earth cable quick connector to the
earth connection socket (7) Connect the earth
clamp to the work piece. Contact with the work
piece must be firm contact with clean, bare metal,
with no corrosion, paint or scale at the contact
point.
1.2 Connect the plasma torch to the machine central
connector (8) ensuring the collar is done up firmly.
1.3 Connect the machine to suitable mains power us-
ing the mains input power lead. Switch the mains
power switch to ‘on’ to power up the machine.
1.4 Connectthecompressed airsupplyto thefilter/
regulator inlet (11). Check the air pressure (10).
Trigger the air flow using the ‘set’ function (6),
check the air pressure again and adjust if neces-
sary.Returntheswitchto‘run’position.
1.4 Selecttheoutputcurrentusingthecurrentcontrol
knob (1). You are now ready to plasma cut!
ateat40ampsfor2minutesandthentheunitwill
need to be rested for 8 minutes. All duty cycle ratings
arebasedonanambientairtemperatureof40°Cwith
50%humidity,whichistheinternationalstandardfor
sucharating.Inanenvironmentwithtemperatures
exceeding40°C,thedutycyclewillbelessthanstat-
ed.Inambienttemperaturelessthan40°C,dutycycle
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Available Parts & Accessories
TheseaccessorieslistedareavailablefromyourStrataSupplier.RefertotheStrata
Catalogue, your Strata Supplier or look online at www.strata.co.nz for other accessories
and consumables available.
ADVANCE CUT 65:
17373 60APlasmaCuttingTorchX6MtCoaxialCable
AEL3550 EarthLead16mm2cable,35-70mmplug,3m
S500EC Strata500aEarthClamp
CP3550 CablePlug-35-50mm³-Male
DW3000 AutoDarkeningHelmet,Shade9-13
DW4000 AutoDarkeningHelmet,Shade9-13withGrindingVisor
DW7000 AutoDarkeningHelmet,Shade9-13withGrindingVisorAndPRSLFiltrationSystem
XT4005-08 CuttingTip0.8mm20-30A(5Pk)
XT4005-09 CuttingTip0.9mm30-40A(5Pk)
XT4005-10F FlatCuttingTip1.0mm40-50A(5Pk)
XT4005-08L ExtCuttingTip0.8mm20-30A(5Pk)
XT4005-09L ExtCuttingTip0.9mm30-40A(5Pk)
XT4003 StandardElectrode(5pk)
XT4003L ExtendedElectrode(5Pk)
XT4006 GasDistributor
XT4007 RetainingCap
XT4008 DoublePointedSpacer
XT4001 TorchHead
XT4011 Handle-CompletewithTrigger

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Wiring Diagram

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CNC Socket Diagram
Pin No. Signal Comment
6,7 ArcSignal 20:1,6(+)7(-)
8,9 Torch Switch Signal Short circuit 8 and 9 equals to press torch switch.
13,14 PilotArcSignal Disconnect13,14forpilotarc.
  Connect13and14forcuttingarc.

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Care & Maintenance
Keep your Plasma Cutter
in Top Condition
TheADVANCECUT65doesnotrequireanyspecial
maintenance, however the user should take care of
the machine as follows:
• Regularlycleantheventilationslots.
• Keepthecasingclean.
• Checkallcablesbeforeuse.
• Checkworkleads/clampsandtorches before use.
• Replacewornearthclamps that do not provide
a good connection.
• Replacewornconsumablepartsinatimely 
manner.
• Useasoftclothorbrushtocleanelectrical 
components.
• Donotuseliquidcleaningproducts,wateror
especially solvents.
• Donotusecompressedairtocleanelectrical
components as this can force dirt and dust
further into components, causing electrical short
circuits.
• Checkfordamagedparts.Donotusetheplasma
cutter with damaged parts.
• A damaged plasma cutter must be carefully
checked by a qualified person to determine that
it will operate properly. Check for breakage of
parts, mountings and other conditions that may
affect its operation. An authorised service centre
shouldproperlyrepairadamagedpart.Haveyour
machine repaired by an expert.
This appliance is manufactured in accordance with
relevant safety standards. Only experts must carry
out repairing of electrical appliances, otherwise
considerable danger for the user may result. Use only
genuine replacement parts. Do not use modified or
non-genuineparts.
Storing the Plasma Cutter
When not in use the plasma cutter should be stored in
adryandfrost-freeenvironment.
WARNING!Beforeperformingcleaning/main-
tenance,replacingcables/connections,make
sure the welding machine is switched off and
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Electrical Connection
TheADVANCECUT65isdesignedtorunon a stand-
ard15A230VACpowersupply.Ifanextensioncord
must be used, it should be no longer than 10m and be
aheavydutyindustrial15Aversionwithaminimum
cablecoreof2.5mm2.
Operating Environment
Adequate ventilation is required to provide proper
cooling for the ADVANCECUT 65. Ensure that the
machine is placed on a stable level surface where
clean cool air can easily flow across the unit. The AD-
VANCECUT65haselectricalcomponentsandcontrol
circuit boards which will be damaged by excessive
dust and dirt, so a clean operating environment is es-
sential.
Compressed Air Requirements
A reliable and consistent supply of clean dry com-
pressed air is essential for proper operation of the
Material
Thickness (mm) 0.5 2 4 6 8 10
Output Current
Dial Position (7) 2-4 4-6 5-7 7-8 8-9 10
Amperage Guide
Cutting Guide
ADVANCECUT65 Although the machine contains its
own filtration system, it is recommended the com-
pressed air supply have external filtration in the line
feedingtheADVANCECUT65,bothastandardwater
trap (sintered bronze filter) and, a coalescing filter
(foroilinair).TheADVANCECUT65requiresamini-
mumof120L/min(4.5cfm)FreeAirDelivery(FAD)
at75psipressure.
This normally means the compressor must be a belt
drive model or if a direct drive, must have a motor
powerof2.5HPorgreater.
The air must be dry and free of oil and moisture
(normally a symptom of older, worn out compres-
sors). The air hose must also be of sufficient size
(3/8”/10mmminimum)tosupplythemachine.
Effect of Cutting Speed
TOO FAST TOO SLOW CORRECT
Plasma Cutting Guide
Cutting with the ADVANCECUT 65
After turning the Power Switch to the ON position and
making control and air pressure adjustments, pro-
ceed as follows:
1. HoldthetipoftheTorchwithin3-4mmthework
piece,atabout15-30°angletoavoiddamaging
the tip.
2. Depress the torch switch. (Air and the high fre-
quency spark should energize)
3. As the high frequency spark jumps to the work
piece, the main plasma arc will ignite and start
cutting.
4. After starting the cut, the tip can be dragged
along the work piece if cutting up to 3mm thick
material. When cutting material greater than
3mm,maintaina3.2mmtip-to-work(standoff)
distance.
5. Whenendingacut,thetorchswitchshouldbe
released and lifted off the work piece just before
the end of the cut to minimize double-arcing
which can damage the tip. This is to prevent the
high frequency arc starting from reigniting
after cutting arc extinguishes.
6. Inthepost-flowmode,thearccanberestarted
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Piercing Technique
1. To start a pierce, tilt the torch
to prevent molten material from coming
back against and damaging the torch.
2. When the arc breaks
through the work, bring the
torch to an upright position
and proceed to cut
NOTE: Keep moving while cutting. Cut at a steady
speedwithoutpausing.Maintainthecuttingspeedso
thatthearclagis10°to20°behindthetraveldirec-
tion.Usea5°-15°leadingangleinthedirectionof
the cut.
Operating Techniques
1. Piercing-Materials(upto3.2mm/1/8in.thick)
may be pierced with the torch touching the
work. When piercing thicker materials (up to
4.8mmstainlessor carbonsteel)at anangle,
positionthetorch0.5mm(.02”)abovethework
piece.
 Itisadvisablewhenpiercingthickermaterialsto
drillasmallpilot/startingholeintheworkpiece
which makes it a lot easier and gives increased
tip life. Start the cutting arc, then immediately
raisethetorchto1.6mm(1/16”)stand-offand
move the torch along the cut path. This will re-
duce the chance of spatter from entering the
torch and prevent the possibility of welding
the tip to the plate. The torch should be angled
atabout30°whenstartingtopierce,andthen
straightened after accomplishing the pierce.
Cutting Speed Guide
Material Thickness Cutting Speed
(mm) (mm/s)
1.6 150
 3.2 50
 6.4 20
 1.6 140
 3.2 40
 6.4 15
1.6 190
 3.2 85
 6.4 30
Stainless
Steel
(AISI 304)
Aluminium
(6061)
Carbon
Steel
(AISI 1020)
2. Grate Cutting-Forrapidrestarts,suchasgrate
or heavy mesh cutting, do not release the torch
switch.Thisavoidsthe2secondpref-lowpor-
tion of the cutting cycle.
3. Edge Starting-Foredgestarts,holdthetorch
perpendicular to the work piece with the front of
Note: The speeds given here are typical for best qual-
ity cuts. Your actual speeds may vary depending on
material composition, surface condition, operator
technique,etc.Ifcuttingspeedistoofast,youmay
lose the cut.
With slower speeds excessive dross may
accumulate.Ifspeedistooslow,thearcmayextin-
guish. Air cutting typically produces a rough face on
stainless steel and aluminium.
the tip near (not touching) the edge of the work
piece at the point where the cut is to start. When
starting at the edge of the plate, do not pause at
the edge and force the arc to ‘reach’ for the edge
of the metal.
Establish the Cutting Arc as Quickly as
Possible.
4. Drag Cutting-Positiontorchtipslightlyabove
work piece, press torch switch and lower torch
tip forward work piece until contact is made and
cutting arc is established. After cutting arc is es-
tablished, move the torch in the desired direction
keeping the torch tip slightly angled, maintain-
ing contact with the work piece. Avoid moving
too fast as would be indicated by sparks radiat-
ingfromthetopsideof theworkpiece.Move
the torch just fast enough to maintain sparks
concentration at the underside of the work piece
and making sure the material is completely cut
through before moving on. Adjust drag speed
asdesired/required.

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5. Direction of Cut-Theplasmagasstreamswirls
as it leaves the torch to maintain a smooth
column of gas. This swirl effect results in one
side of a cut being more square than the other.
Viewedalongthedirectionoftravel,theright
side of the cut is more square than the left.
LeftSideCutAngle RightSideCutAngle
Tomakeasquare-edgedcutalonganinsidediameter
of a circle, the torch should move counter clockwise
around the circle. To keep the square edge along an
outside diameter cut, the torch should travel in a
clockwise direction.
6. Quality Cuts – Dross (slag) is the excess material
that spatters and builds up on the underside of the
work-pieceasyoucut.Drossoccurswhentheoper-
ating procedure and technique is less than optimal.
Itwillrequirepracticeandexperiencetoobtaincuts
without dross. Although less than optimal cuts will
contain dross, it is relatively easy to remove by break-
ing it off using pliers or chipping off with a chisel or
scraping or grinding the finished cut as needed and is
generally only a minor inconvenience.
Acombinationoffactorscontributestothebuild-up
of dross. They include; material type, material thick-
ness , amperage used for the cut, speed of the torch
acrossthework-piece,conditionofthetorchtip,in-
put line voltage, air pressure, etc. Generally there is
an inversely proportional relationship between output
current and speed of cut. Do not use more output cur-
rent than is necessary and adjust speed of cut toward
minimizingdrossbuild-uponundersideofcut.Ex-
periment with adjusting current and speed to mini-
mize dross.
When dross is present on carbon steel, it is common-
ly referred to as either ‘high speed, slow speed, or top
dross’. Dross present on top of the plate is normally
caused by too great a torch to plate distance.
‘Top dross’ is normally very easy to remove and can
often be wiped off with a welding glove. ‘Slow speed
dross’ is normally present on the bottom edge of the
plate.Itcanvaryfromalighttoheavybead,butdoes
not adhere tightly to the cut edge, and can be easily
scrapedoff.‘Highspeeddross’usuallyformsanar-
row bead along the bottom of the cut edge and is very
difficult to remove. When cutting troublesome steel,
it is sometimes useful to reduce the cutting speed to
produce ‘slow speed dross’. Any resultant clean up
can be accomplished by scraping, not grinding.
Other Knowledge
& Resources
Please refer to Euroquip website
www.euroquip.co.nz/ Downloads.html
for knowledgebase articles & operation videos.

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•Extensioncordbeingusedisnotheavy
duty
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Torch will not come on
•PowerswitchOFF
•Airsupplyisnotofsufficientvolumeor
pressure
•Workpiecegroundclampnotattached.
• TurnpowerswitchtotheONposition
• Checkairsupply(60–80PSI,3.5cfmrequired)
• Attachtoworkpieceortosteeltablewith
work piece securely clamped to table
Sparks are shooting upward
instead of down through the
material.
•Plasmatorchisnotpiercingthematerial
•Torchmaybetoofarawayfromthe 
workpiece
•Materialmaynotbeearthedproperly
•Travelspeedtoofast
•Increasecurrent
•Decreasethedistanceofyourtorchtothe
workpiece
•Checkconnectionsforproperearth
•Reducespeed
Beginningofcutnot
completely pierced •Possibleearthconnectionproblem •Checkallconnections
Drossbuild-uponpartsof
cuts
•Tool/materialbuildingupheat
•Cuttingspeedtoosloworcurrenttoo
high
•Worntorchparts
•Allowmaterialtocoolthencontinuecut.
•Increasespeedand/orreducecurrentuntil
dross is reduced to minimum
•Inspectandrepairorreplacewornparts
Arc stops while cutting
•Cuttingspeedtooslow
•Torchistoohigh,awayfrommaterial
•Worntorchparts
•Workpieceearthcabledisconnected
•Increasespeeduntilproblemsolved
•Lowertorchtorecommendedheight
•Inspectandrepairorreplacewornparts
•Connectworkpieceearthclamptowork
piece or steel table.
Insufficientpenetration
•Cuttingspeedtoofast
•Torchtiltedtoomuch
• Metaltoothickforplasmacapacity
•Worntorchparts
•Slowdowntravelspeed
•Adjusttilt
•Severalpassesmaybenecessary
•Inspectandrepairorreplacewornparts
Arcsputters/flares • Waterintheairsupply • Installairdrieroradditionalfiltration
Consumables wear quickly
•Exceedingunitcapability
•ExcessiveARCstartingHFuse
•Improperlyassembledtorch
• Inadequateairsupply,pressuretoolow
•Faultyaircompressor
•Materialtoothick,increaseangleto 
prevent blow back into torch tip
•DonotoperateHFARCstartingformore
 than3seconds-youcanalsostartwith
 torchincontactwithmetalorwithin1/16”
of metal
•Seesection‘ReplacingConsumables’
•Checkairfilters,increaseairpressure
•Checkaircompressoroperationandmake
 sureinputairpressureisatleast100PSI
Circuitbreaker/fusetrips
while operating
•Useaheavydutyextensioncord(2.5mm
diameter)
Ifyouhaveanyproblemsinsettinguporoperatingthemachine,pleasefirstre-consultthismanual.
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Safety
Store and Retain this Manual
Retainthismanualforthesafetywarningsandpre-
cautions, assembly, operating, inspection, mainte-
nance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s
serial number into the NOTES section at the rear, and
keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry
place for future reference.
Important Safety Information
Failuretofollowthewarningsandinstructionsmay
result in electric shock, fire, serious injury and/or
death. Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
This is the safety alert symbol to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER! indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or se-
rious injury.
WARNING! indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol,
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate in-
jury.
NOTE, used to address practices not related to per-
sonal injury.
General Safety Warnings
1. Maintain labels and nameplates on the plasma cutter
Thesecarryimportantinformation.Ifunreadableor
missing, contact Euroquip for a replacement.
2. Avoid unintentional starting. Makesuretheplasma
cutter is setup correctly and you are prepared to be-
gin work before turning on the plasma cutter.
3. Unplug before performing maintenance.
Always unplug the plasma cutter from its electrical
outlet before performing any inspection, mainte-
nance, or cleaning procedures.
4. Never leave the plasma cutter unattended whilst
plugged in to power. Turn power off before leaving
the plasma cutter unattended.
5. Do not touch live electrical parts. Wear dry, insulat-
ing gloves. Do not touch the electrode or the conduc-
tor tong with bare hands. Do not wear wet or dam-
aged gloves.
6. Protect yourself from electric shock. Do not use
the plasma cutter outdoors in wet conditions.
7. Avoid inhaling dust. Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, cutting, welding
and other construction activities, contain chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other harm.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposuretothesechemicals,workinawell-ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
8. People with pacemakers should consult their
physician(s) before using this machine.
WARNING!
Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a
heart pacemaker could cause interference, or
failure of the pacemaker. The use of a plasma
cutterisNOTRECOMMENDEDforpacemaker
wearers. Consult your doctor.
9. Ensure that the unit is placed on a stable location
before use.
WARNING!
Ifthisunitfallswhilepluggedin,severeinjury,
electric shock, or fire may result.

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10. Transportation Methods Liftunitwiththehandles
provided, or use a handcart or similar device of ad-
equatecapacity.Ifusingaforkliftvehicle,securethe
unit to a skid before transporting.
CAUTION!
Disconnectinputpowerconductorsfromde-
energized supply line before moving the plas-
ma cutter
11. Exercise good work practices. The warnings, pre-
cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruc-
tion manual cannot cover all possible conditions and
situationsthatmayoccur.Itmustbeunderstoodby
the operator that common sense and caution are fac-
tors which cannot be built into this product, but must
be considered by the operator.
Plasma Cutter Safety Instructions
& Warnings
WARNING!
Protect yourself and others from possible seri-
ousinjuryordeath.Keepchildrenaway.Read
the operating/Instruction manual before in-
stalling, operating or servicing this equipment.
Have all installation, operation, maintenance,
and repair work performed by qualified people.
Ifanoperatordoesnotstrictlyobserveallsafetyrules
and take precautionary actions, plasma cutting prod-
ucts and processes can cause serious injury or death,
or damage to other equipment or property.
Safe practices have developed from past experience
in the use of welding and cutting. These practices
must be learned through study and training before
using this equipment. Some of these practices apply
to equipment connected to power lines; other prac-
tices apply to engine driven equipment.
Anyone not having extensive training in welding and
cutting practices should not attempt to use these ma-
chines.
Safe practices are outlined in the European Standard
EN60974-1entitled:Safetyinweldingandalliedpro-
cesses.
Personal Safety
CAUTION!
Keeptheworkareawelllit.Makesurethereis
adequate space surrounding the work area. Al-
ways keep the work area free of obstructions,
grease, oil, trash, and other debris. Do not use
equipment in areas near flammable chemicals,
dust, and vapours. Do not use this product in a
damp or wet location.
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating equipment. Do
not use a tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A mo-
ment of distraction when operating equipment
may result in serious personal injury.
2. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. This enables better control of
the plasma cutter in unexpected situations.
WARNING!
Only use safety equipment that has been ap-
proved by an appropriate standards agency.
Unapproved safety equipment may not provide
adequate protection. Eye and breathing protec-
tionmustbeAS/NZScompliantforthespecific
hazards in the work area.
DANGER!
AlwayswearAS/NZScompliantsafetyglasses
and full face shield fitted with appropriate filter
shadenumber.(ReferFilterTableonpage18.)
CAUTION!
Heavy-dutyworkgloves,non-skidsafetyshoes
and hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
CAUTION!
Havetheequipmentservicedbyaqualifiedre-
pair person using identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.

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Personal Safety
CAUTION!
Keeptheworkareawelllit.Makesurethereis
adequate space surrounding the work area. Al-
ways keep the work area free of obstructions,
grease, oil, trash, and other debris. Do not use
equipment in areas near flammable chemicals,
dust, and vapours. Do not use this product in a
damp or wet location.
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating equipment. Do
not use a tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A mo-
ment of distraction when operating equipment
may result in serious personal injury.
2. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. This enables better control of
the plasma cutter in unexpected situations.

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4. Ifworkingonametalwall,ceiling,etc.,prevent
ignition of combustibles on the other side by
moving the combustibles to a safe location. If
relocation of combustibles is not possible, desig-
nate someone to serve as a fire watch, equipped
with a fire extinguisher, during the plasma cut-
ting process and well after it is completed.
5. Donotweldorcutonmaterialshavingacombus-
tible coating or combustible internal structure, as
in walls or ceilings, without an approved method
for eliminating the hazard.
6. After plasma cutting, make a thorough exami-
nationforevidenceoffire.Beawarethatvisible
smoke or flame may not be present for some
time after the fire has started. Do not weld or cut
in atmospheres containing dangerously reactive
or flammable gases, vapours, liquids, and dust.
Provide adequate ventilation in work areas to pre-
vent accumulation of flammable gases, vapours,
and dust.
7. Do not apply heat to a container that has held
an unknown substance or a combustible mate-
rial whose contents, when heated, can produce
flammable or explosive vapours. Clean and purge
containersbeforeapplyingheat.Ventclosedcon-
tainers, including castings, before preheating,
welding, or cutting.
Electricity Can Kill
DANGER!
Touching live electrical parts can cause fatal shocks
or severe burns. The electrode & work circuit is
electrically live whenever the output is on.
1. Do not touch live electrical parts.
2. Weardry,hole-freeinsulating gloves and body
protection.
3. Insulateyourselffromtheworkandtheground
using dry insulating mats or covers.
4. Disconnectinputpowerbeforeinstallingorser-
vicingthisequipment.Lockinputpower,discon-
nect switch open, or remove line fuses so power
cannot be turned on accidentally.
5. Properly install and ground this equipment ac-
cording to national, state, and local codes.
Arc Rays can Burn Eyes and Skin
DANGER!
Arc rays from the welding process produce
intense heat and strong ultraviolet rays that
can burn eyes and skin.
1. UseaWeldingHelmetorWeldingFaceShieldfit-
tedwithapropershadefilter(referAS60974-1,
AS/NZS1337.1andAS/NZS1338.1SafetyStand-
ards) to protect your face and eyes when plasma
cuttingorwatching.(SeeFilterTableonpg18)
2. Wear approved safety glasses. Side shields are
recommended.
3. Use protective screens or barriers to protect
others from flash and glare; warn others not to
watch the arc.
4. Wearprotectiveclothingmadefromdurable,
 flame-resistantmaterial(woolandleather)and
foot safety protection.
5. Neverwearcontactlenseswhileplasmacutting.
Noise Can Damage Hearing
CAUTION!
Noise from some processes can damage hear-
ing. Use AS/NZS compliant ear plugs or ear
muffs if the noise level is high.
Work Environment Safety
DANGER!
Remove any combustible material from the
work area.
1. When possible, move the work to a location well
 away from combustible materials. If relocation
is not possible, protect the combustibles with a
cover made of fire resistant material.
2. Removeormakesafeallcombustiblematerials
for a radius of 10 metres around the work area.
Use a fire resistant material to cover or block all
doorways, windows, cracks, and other openings.
3. Enclose the work area with portable fire resistant
screens. Protect combustible walls, ceilings,
floors, etc., from sparks and heat with fire re-
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6. Turn off all equipment when not in use. Discon-
nect power to equipment if it will be left unat-
tended or out of service.
7. Do not use worn, damaged, undersized, or poorly
spliced cables.
8. Do not wrap cables around your body.
9. Connect work piece to a good electrical ground.
10. Use only well-maintained equipment. Repair or
replace damaged parts as soon as practical.
2. Do not plasma cut where flying sparks can strike
flammable material.
3. Removeallflammableswithin10moftheplasma
cutting site.
4. Bealertthatplasmacuttingsparksandhotma-
terials can easily go through small cracks and
openings to adjacent areas.
5. Watchforfire,andkeepafireextinguishernearby.
6. Beawarethatplasmacuttingonaceiling,floor,
bulkhead, or partition can cause fire on the hid-
den side.
7. Do not plasma cut on closed containers such as
tanks or drums.
Sparks & Hot Metal
WARNING!
Chipping and grinding causes flying metal, and
as welds cool they can throw off slag.
1. WearanAS/NZSapprovedfaceshieldorsafety
goggles. Side shields are recommended.
2. Wear appropriate safety equipment to protect the
skin and body.
Fumes And Gases
WARNING!
Plasma cutting produces fumes and gases.
Breathingthesefumesandgasescanbehaz-
ardous to your health.
1. Keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe
the fumes.
2. Ifinside,ventilatetheareaand/oruseanexhaust
at the arc to remove welding fumes and gases.
3. Ifventilationispoor,use an approved air-sup-
plied respirator.
4. ReadtheSafetyDataSheets(SDS)andtheman-
ufacturer’s instruction for the metals, consuma-
bles, coatings, and cleaners.
5. Workinaconfinedspaceonlyifitiswellventi-
lated,orwhilewearinganair-suppliedrespirator.
Besurethebreathingairissafe.
6. Do not use plasma cutter in locations near de-
greasing, cleaning, or spraying operations. The
heat can react with vapours to form highly toxic
and irritating gases.
Fire & Explosive Risks
WARNING!
Sparks and spatter fly off when plasma cut-
ting..The flying sparks, hot metal, workpiece,
and hot equipment can cause fires and burns.
Accidental contact of electrode or welding wire to
metal objects can cause sparks, overheating, or fire.
1. Protect yourself and others from flying sparks
and hot metal.