Forney Plasma Torch Manual De Instrucciones página 24

TROUBLE EXPERIENCED
Poor cut quality
Moisture coming out of
the torch
Sparks are being blown
upward and back at the
torch head
Insufficient Penetration
Interruption of the
Cutting Arc, but re-ignites
when triggered again
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POSSIBLE REASONS
Improper use of torch
Torch parts are worn
out
Insufficient air flow/
pressure
Moisture forms from the
air compressor inside
the plasma system
Too high cutting speed
Work piece is too thick
Too high cutting speed
Torch is too tilted
Work piece is too thick
Cutting current too low
Torch parts are worn
out
Non-genuine
Manufacturer's parts
Cutting speed too slow
Excessive distance
between torch and
work piece
AC line too low -
reduce output current
Torch parts are worn
out
Non-genuine
Manufacturer's parts
Work cable is
disconnected
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RECOMMENDED SOLUTION
Review operating instructions
Examine the consumables for wear and replace
worn parts with new Forney consumable parts
Ensure that the drain valve on the bottom of the
machine is closed by turning clockwise by hand
until tight.
It is normal to see some moisture coming from
the torch due to the internal air compressor.
However, if there is excessive moisture, drain
the moisture filter by opening the valve on the
bottom of the machine. Be sure to close the valve
after draining the filter.
Decrease your torch travel speed
Choose thinner work piece material within the
operational limits of the system.
Decrease your torch travel speed
Insure that torch is perpendicular to the work
piece
Choose thinner work piece material within the
operational limits of the system.
Insure system has proper input power source
If used, eliminate or reduce length of extension
cord.
Examine the consumables for wear and replace
worn parts with new Forney consumable parts
Use only genuine Forney consumables for
optimum performance
Increase your torch travel speed
Decrease the distance between the torch and the
work piece
Insure system has proper input power source
If used, eliminate or reduce length of extension
cord.
Examine the consumables for wear and replace
worn parts with new Forney consumable parts
Use only genuine Forney consumables for
optimum performance
Securely clamp the work cable to the material
being cut, as close to the work area as possible.