SECTION 4
WArNINg
4.0
Operation
4.1
PowerCut 1300/1600 Controls
A.
Power Switch. Turn knob clockwise to "ON" position for normal operation. Turn knob counterclockwise to switch
"OFF".
B.
Pressure regulator. Regulates cut gas pressure. Rotate clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease.
The unit is shipped from the factory with the regulator adjusted to deliver 80 psig (5.5 bar) to the torch
from a 95 psig (6.5 bar) supply. If supply pressure to the machine is greater than 95 psig (6.5 bar) up to the
maximum recommended 150 psig (10.3 bar), rotate pressure regulator knob counterclockwise to reduce
the pressure delivered to the torch back to 80 psig (5.5 bar). Follow TEST MODE instructions, see 4.1.D.
C.
Output Current Control. Adjustable from 20 to 70 amperes on PowerCut 1300. Adjustable from 20 to 90 amperes on
PowerCut 1600. For settings refer to cut data charts in the torch manual.
A
B
ELECTrIC SHOCK CAN KILL.
• Do NoT operaTe The uNiT wiTh The cover removeD.
• Do NoT apply power To The uNiT while holDiNg or carryiNg The uNiT.
• Do NoT Touch aNy Torch parTs forwarD of The Torch haNDle (Noz-
ZLE, HEAT SHIELD, ELECTrODE, ETC.) WITH POWEr SWITCH ON.
Pressure is indicated on the display screen.
Note:
figure 4-1. Powercut 1300/1600 Controls
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OPErATION
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