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PlasmaPart Limited Instructions © 2014
Thank you for purchasing the PlasmaPart CUT 50 PILOT PRO
Plasma Cutter.
We have included this information pack as a reference document for all users; it is intended to
provide information relating to all areas of plasma cutting from health and safety to operational tips.
We strongly advise you to keep this document with the machine.
It is important you familiarise yourself with the information within this guide, both for your safety
and ease of operation of the unit.
Important Health and Safety Information
This unit in common with all plasma cutters uses a combination of very high voltage, current and
power to generate the high temperatures required to cut metals.
A plasma cutter can cause injury or death if used incorrectly.
There are several hazards associated with plasma cutting:
Heat
The plasma beam created at the torch tip exits around 25,000 ˚C this presents a serious hazard if
the plasma beam were to come in contact with you, as well as this the molten metal produced in
the process can also cause damage or injury to you if your feet or other parts of your body are not
adequately protected.
Note: This is a Pilot Arc Machine and the Torch will light as soon as the trigger is pressed
irrespective of material contact.
Plasma cutting should not be carried out within close proximity to any flammable substances or
materials.
Electricity
Unlike conventional welding equipment the voltage present at the torch tip when energised is very
high presenting a risk of electrical shock or electrocution if care is not taken in use.
The torch tip and hose connection of the machine carry 200V DC.
Unlike normal mains electricity a.c. supplies this d.c. supply will cause muscle contraction rather
than spasm and may cause the hand to lock onto the supply rather than being thrown off - if you
come in contact with it.
Great care must be taken to ensure you do not come in contact with the tip, or any contacts on the
machine whilst it is on.
This machine must be earthed.
The high power requirements of this machine are common with all plasma cutters.
When set to 28A cutting current or below the machine can be used safely from a standard 13A
supply with an appropriate 13 Amp fuse fitted. For cutting requirements above this amperage it is
recommended that the machine is connected to a 30 Amp supply.
© PlasmaPart Limited 2014 no part of these instructions may be reproduced without prior written consent
from PlasmaPart Limited
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