Troubleshooting - Forney 325P Manual De Instrucciones

Troubleshooting

During cutting operations performance faults may arise which are not caused by equipment
malfunctioning but by other operational faults such as:
Most common plasma cutting faults:
1. The cut speed is too fast.
2. The consumables are worn.
3. The metal being cut is too thick.
4. The work clamp is not properly attached to the work piece.
5. The compressor is inadequate.
The following table represents the most common problems associated with using the Forney 700P
plasma system and an explanation on how to resolve them.
If you are unable to fix the problem by following the basic troubleshooting guide or if you need further
assistance:
1. Call your Forney Authorized Dealer;
2. Call Forney Customer Service.
Torch Head Check surface for damage,
wear, debris.
Torch Body
These parts usually need no
Handle & particular maintenance with
the exception of a periodic
Cable
inspection and cleaning.
Work
These parts usually need no
Clamp & particular maintenance with
the exception of a periodic
Cable
inspection and cleaning.
Water Filter Check if moisture present
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Clean if debris is present without
use of solvents.
Replace torch if head is cracked or
worn.
Clean if debris is present without
use of solvents
Replace torch if cracked or worn.
DO NOT touch torch and cable
with warm or hot parts.
DO NOT strain the cable.
DO NOT move the cable on sharp
edges or abrasive surfaces.
Gather the cable in regular coils if it
is too long.
DO NOT step on the cable.
Follow same actions as Torch Body,
Handle and Cable
Drain if needed
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