Thermal Dynamics iCNC Performance User manual

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INPUT VOLTAGE
Operator
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Revision: AB Issue Date: February, 2016 Manual No.: 0-5399
iCNC PERFORMANCE
CNC CONTROLLER
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WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS!
Congratulations on your new Thermal Dynamics product. We are proud to have you as our
customer and will strive to provide you with the best service and reliability in the industry. This
product is backed by our extensive warranty and world-wide service network. To locate your
nearest distributor or service agency call 1-800-752-7622, or visit us on the web at www.thermal-
dynamics.com.
This Service Manual has been designed to instruct you on the correct use and operation of your
Thermal Dynamics product. Your satisfaction with this product and its safe operation is our
ultimate concern. Therefore please take the time to read the entire manual, especially the Safety
Precautions. They will help you to avoid potential hazards that may exist when working with this
product.
YOU ARE IN GOOD COMPANY!
The Brand of Choice for Contractors and Fabricators Worldwide.
Thermal Dynamics is a Global Brand of manual and automation Plasma Cutting Products.
We distinguish ourselves from our competition through market-leading, dependable products
that have stood the test of time. We pride ourselves on technical innovation, competitive prices,
excellent delivery, superior customer service and technical support, together with excellence in
sales and marketing expertise.
Above all, we are committed to developing technologically advanced products to achieve a safer
working environment within the welding industry
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WARNING
Read and understand this entire Manual and your employer’s safety
practices before installing, operating, or servicing the equipment.
While the information contained in this Manual represents the Manufac-
turer’s best judgement, the Manufacturer assumes no liability for its use.
iCNC Performance
Operator Manual No. 0-5399
Published by:
Thermal Dynamics Corporation.
2800 Airport Rd.
Denton, Texas 76207
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© Copyright 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 by
Thermal Dynamics Corporation.
All rights reserved.
Reproduction of this work, in whole or in part, without written permission of the publisher is prohibited.
The publisher does not assume and hereby disclaims any liability to any party for any loss or damage caused by any
error or omission in this manual, whether such error results from negligence, accident, or any other cause.
Publication Date: August 19, 2015
Revision Date: February, 2016
Record the following information for Warranty purposes:
Where Purchased: ___________________________________
Purchase Date:______________________________________
iCNC Performance Serial #:_____________________________
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You can get extra copies through your supplier.
CAUTION
These INSTRUCTIONS are for experienced operators. If you are not fully familiar with
the principles of operation and safe practices for arc welding and cutting equipment,
we urge you to read our booklet, “Precautions and Safe Practices for Arc Welding,
Cutting, and Gouging,” Booklet 0-5407. Do NOT permit untrained persons to install,
operate, or maintain this equipment. Do NOT attempt to install or operate this equip-
ment until you have read and fully understand these instructions. If you do not fully
understand these instructions, contact your supplier for further information. Be sure
to read the Safety Precautions before installing or operating this equipment.
USER RESPONSIBILITY
This equipment will perform in conformity with the description thereof contained in this manual and accompanying labels
and/or inserts when installed, operated, maintained and repaired in accordance with the instructions provided. This
equipment must be checked periodically. Malfunctioning or poorly maintained equipment should not be used. Parts that
are broken, missing, worn, distorted or contaminated should be replaced immediately. Should such repair or replacement
become necessary, the manufacturer recommends that a telephone or written request for service advice be made to the
Authorized Distributor from whom it was purchased.
This equipment or any of its parts should not be altered without the prior written approval of the manufacturer. The user of
this equipment shall have the sole responsibility for any malfunction which results from improper use, faulty maintenance,
damage, improper repair or alteration by anyone other than the manufacturer or a service facility designated by the
manufacturer.
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READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING.
PROTECT YOURSELF AN D OTHERS!
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ASSUREZ-VOUS QUE CETTE INFORMATION EST DISTRIBUÉE À L’OPÉRATEUR.
VOUS POUVEZ OBTENIR DES COPIES SUPPLÉMENTAIRES CHEZ VOTRE FOURNISSEUR.
ATTENTION
Les INSTRUCTIONS suivantes sont destinées aux opérateurs qualiés seulement.
Si vous n’avez pas une connaissance approfondie des principes de fonctionnement
et des règles de sécurité pour le soudage à l’arc et l’équipement de coupage, nous
vous suggérons de lire notre brochure « Precautions and Safe Practices for Arc Wel-
ding, Cutting and Gouging, » Brochure 0-5407. Ne permettez PAS aux personnes non
qualiées d’installer, d’opérer ou de faire l’entretien de cet équipement. Ne tentez
PAS d’installer ou d’opérer cet équipement avant de lire et de bien comprendre ces
instructions. Si vous ne comprenez pas bien les instructions, communiquez avec
votre fournisseur pour plus de renseignements. Assurez-vous de lire les Règles de
Sécurité avant d’installer ou d’opérer cet équipement.
RESPONSABILITÉS DE L’UTILISATEUR
Cet équipement opérera conformément à la description contenue dans ce manuel, les étiquettes d’accompagnement et/
ou les feuillets d’information si l’équipement est installé, opéré, entretenu et réparé selon les instructions fournies. Vous
devez faire une vérication périodique de l’équipement. Ne jamais utiliser un équipement qui ne fonctionne pas bien ou
n’est pas bien entretenu. Les pièces qui sont brisées, usées, déformées ou contaminées doivent être remplacées immé-
diatement. Dans le cas où une réparation ou un remplacement est nécessaire, il est recommandé par le fabricant de faire
une demande de conseil de service écrite ou par téléphone chez le Distributeur Autorisé de votre équipement.
Cet équipement ou ses pièces ne doivent pas être modiés sans permission préalable écrite par le fabricant. L’utilisateur
de l’équipement sera le seul responsable de toute défaillance résultant d’une utilisation incorrecte, un entretien fautif,
des dommages, une réparation incorrecte ou une modication par une personne autre que le fabricant ou un centre de
service désigné par le fabricant.
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D’INSTALLER OU D’OPÉRER L’UNITÉ.
PROTÉGEZ-VOUS ET LES AUTRES!
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Declaration of Conformity
We Thermal Dynamics
of 2800 Airport Road
Denton, TX 76207 U.S.A.
in accordance with the following Directive(s):
2006/95/EC The Low Voltage Directive
2004/108/EC The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
hereby declare that:
Equipment: Plasma Cutting CNC Controller
Model Name/Number: iCNC Performance
Market Release Date: August 19, 2015
is in conformity with the applicable requirements of the following harmonized standards:
Conforms to requirements of IEC 61326-1:2012
IEC 61000-4-2: 2008, Electro Static Discharge Immunity
IEC 61000-4-3:2006 +A1:2007 +A2:2010, Radiated, Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Immunity
IEC 61000-4-4:2012, Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Immunity
IEC 61000-4-6: 2008, Conducted Radio-Frequency Electromagnetic Immunity
IEC 61000-4-8:2009, Power Frequency Magnetic Field Immunity
CISPR 11:2009 +A1:2010, AC Mains Conducted Emissions
CISPR 11:2009 +A1:2010, Radiated Emissions
Meets IEC 61010-1:2010 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and
laboratory use - Part 1: General requirements
Classification: The equipment described in this document is Class A and intended for industrial use.
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WARNING
This Class A equipment is not intended for use in residential locations where the electrical
power is provided by the public low-voltage supply system. There may be potential difficul-
ties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in those locations, due to conducted as well
as radiated disturbances.
Manufacturer’s Authorized Representative
Steve Ward V.P. Europe and General Manager
Address:Victor Technologies International Inc.
Europa Building
Chorley N Industrial Park
Chorley, Lancashire,
England PR6 7BX
Date: August 19, 2015
Steve Ward
Full Name
V.P. Europe and General Manager
(Position)
(Signature)
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WARNING
This Class A equipment is not intended for use in residential locations where the electrical
power is provided by the public low-voltage supply system. There may be potential difficul-
ties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in those locations, due to conducted as well
as radiated disturbances.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: SAFETY........................................................................................ 1-1
1.01 Safety Precautions - ENGLISH........................................................................ 1-1
1.02 Précautions de sécurité - FRENCH CANADIAN ............................................... 1-6
SECTION 2: SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................. 2-1
2.1 System Description......................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Specification ................................................................................................... 2-1
SECTION 3: OPERATION ................................................................................... 3-1
3.1 Overview Main Screen .................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Process Selection / Plasma and Gas............................................................... 3-6
3.3 Front Panel Buttons ........................................................................................ 3-8
3.4 ON/OFF Button Descriptions and Functions.................................................. 3-11
3.5 Auxiliary Button Descriptions and Functions ................................................ 3-11
3.6 Plasma Button Descriptions and Functions .................................................. 3-12
3.7 Oxyfuel Button Descriptions and Functions .................................................. 3-13
3.8 Starting Procedure........................................................................................ 3-14
3.9 Homing Procedure........................................................................................ 3-15
3.10 Jog................................................................................................................ 3-15
3.11 Parameter Quick View................................................................................... 3-16
3.12 How To Proceed When Something Happens................................................. 3-17
3.14 Advanced Process Selection Features........................................................... 3-20
SECTION 4: iHC............................................................................................. 4-1
4.1 Pierce/Cut Sequense....................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 iHC User Interface........................................................................................... 4-2
4.3 Main Settings.................................................................................................. 4-4
4.4 System Setup & Diagnostic Menus ................................................................ 4-5
SECTION 5: NEST........................................................................................... 5-1
5.1 ProMotion®Nest............................................................................................ 5-1
5.2 Toolbar............................................................................................................ 5-3
5.3 Toolbar Functions ........................................................................................... 5-4
5.4 File Menu ...................................................................................................... 5-21
5.5 View Menu.................................................................................................... 5-23
5.6 Tools Menu................................................................................................... 5-24
5.7 Marking ........................................................................................................ 5-29
5.8 Autonest ....................................................................................................... 5-29
5.9 Cutting.......................................................................................................... 5-31
5.10 Special Tools................................................................................................. 5-34
5.11 Ruler............................................................................................................. 5-37
5.12 Options Menu ............................................................................................... 5-38
5.13 ESSI Options................................................................................................. 5-40
5.14 EIA input Options.......................................................................................... 5-42
5.15 EIA Ouput Options ........................................................................................ 5-43
5.16 Nesting Options ............................................................................................ 5-45
5.17 Language Options......................................................................................... 5-46
5.18 Registration Menu ........................................................................................ 5-46
5.19 Help Menu .................................................................................................... 5-46
5.20 List Windows................................................................................................ 5-46
5.21 Miscellaneous............................................................................................... 5-48
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................... 6-1
6.1 Maintenance ................................................................................................... 6-1
6.2 Cut Quality ...................................................................................................... 6-1
6.3 Oxy fuel cutting quality ................................................................................... 6-2
6.4 Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 6-4
6.5 Replacement parts.......................................................................................... 6-6
STATEMENT OF WARRANTY......................................................... INSIDE REAR COVER
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