Operating Modes - ESAB Powercut-1300 Manual De Instrucciones

SECTION 4
D. Torch Trigger / gas Test Switch

Operating modes:

Normal Trigger (CENTER position) - Setting will be used for most cutting and gouging operations. Torch switch must
be held in by the operator during the entire cutting operation and then released at the end of cut. Recommended for
normal cutting, expanded metal / grate cutting, and gouging.
Trigger Lock (DOWN position) - Allows the torch switch to be released after triggering and the cutting arc has been
initiated. To extinguish the arc at the end of cut, press and release torch switch again or pull torch away from work.
Not recommended for expanded metal / grate cutting.
Test Mode:
gas Test Switch (UP position) - The display screen will indicate flowing air pressure. The air regulator should be ad-
justed to recommended pressure before cutting operations. Allow air to flow for a few minutes. This should remove
any condensation that may have accumulated during shutdown period. Be sure to place switch in Normal Trigger or
Trigger Lock position before starting cutting operations.
E. Display Screen: Displays current settings during normal operation.
1. Power-up Indication: When unit is initially switched on the Model, PIP (Parts in Place), Software version will be
briefly displayed. Display will then show Current Setting.
2. gas Test: When unit is in the "GAS TEST" mode the display will indicate air pressure setting in psi/bar.
figure 4-2. Powercut 1300/1600 Controls
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OPErATION
E
UP position
CENTER position
D
DOWN position
Toggle Switch detail
F
(Codes shown on
Domestic (English) and
Bi-lingual (French-English)
units only)