CONTENTS SAFETY TECHNICAL DATA MACHINE LAYOUT WHAT’S IN THE BOX GENERAL OPERATING TIPS SETUP FOR INTERNAL AIR PLASMA CUTTING SETUP FOR EXTERNAL AIR PLASMA CUTTING PLASMA CUTTING TECHNOLOGY PLASMA CUTTING TIPS & TECHNIQUES TORCH BREAKDOWN & SPARES MACHINE PARTS BREAKDOWN FAQ &...
SAFETY Welding and cutting equipment can be dangerous to both the operator and people in or near the surrounding working area if the equipment is not correctly operated. Equipment must only be used under the strict and comprehensive observance of all relevant safety regulations. Read and understand this instruction manual carefully before the installation and operation of this equipment.
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SAFETY Fire hazard. Welding/cutting on closed containers, such as tanks, drums, or pipes, can cause them to explode. Flying sparks from the welding/cutting arc, hot workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires and burns. Accidental contact of the electrode to metal objects can cause sparks, explosion, overheating, or fire. Check and be sure the area is safe before doing any welding/cutting.
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SAFETY CAUTION 1. Working Environment. i. The environment in which this welding/cutting equipment is installed must be free of grinding dust, corrosive chemicals, flammable gas or materials etc., and at no more than a maximum of 80% humidity. ii. When using the machine outdoors, protect the machine from direct sunlight, rainwater and snow, etc.; the temperature of the working environment should be maintained within -10°C to +40°C.
TECHNICAL DATA RAZOR™ CUT 40 AIR Plasma Cutter Key Features: • Built-in Air Compressor • 15 AMP Plug • Pilot Arc Start • 10mm Clean Cut • 12mm Severance TECHNICAL DATA PLASMA CUT SPECIFICATIONS SKU U14001K INTERNAL AIR EXTERNAL AIR PRIMARY INPUT VOLTAGE 240V Single Phase PLASMA CUT CURRENT RANGE 20-40A 20-40A...
MACHINE LAYOUT Front Panel Layout 1. On/Off Power Switch 2. Current Control Knob 3. Cut Mode Switch 4. Internal/External Air Switch 5. Power LED 6. Overload/Power Error LED 7. Torch Error LED 8. Cutting Power LED 9. Plasma Torch Connection 10.
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MACHINE LAYOUT Additional Machine Control Information 1. Power LED • Lights up when input power connected and the machine switched on. 2. Overload / Power Error LED • Lights up when over-voltage, over-current or electrical overheating (due to exceeding duty cycle) is detected and protection is activated.
• 1 x O ring • 1 x Cutting Tip • 1 x Retaining Cap • 1 x Stand Off Guide RAZOR CUT 40 AIR Plasma Cutter 6m SC80 Plasma Torch 4m 300 AMP Earth Clamp Air Regulator RAZOR CUT 40 AIR...
GENERAL OPERATING TIPS Additional Machine Control Information Compressed Air Requirements A reliable and consistent supply of clean, dry compressed air is essential for proper operation. Although the machine contains its own internal air supply filtration system it is recommended the compressed air supply should have external filtration in the line feeding the machine, both a standard water trap (sintered bronze filter) and also a coalescing filter (for oil in the air).
SETUP FOR INTERNAL AIR PLASMA CUTTING Connect the plasma torch to the plasma torch Connect the earth clamp to the positive (+) connection. Tighten the nut once connected to dinse connection, twist to lock in place ensure a secure connection. Connect the plug into a 15 AMP socket, then Select INTERNAL air supply.
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SETUP FOR INTERNAL AIR PLASMA CUTTING Select Test Air by pressing the Cut Mode Connect the earth clamp to the work piece. Mode button until the Test Air icon lights up, to check that air is feeding correctly. Select desired cutting mode by pressing the Set the current to turning the Current Control Cut Mode Mode button until the desired Knob.
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SETUP FOR INTERNAL AIR PLASMA CUTTING Place and hold the torch vertical at the edge of Pull the trigger to energise the arc. When the the plate. cutting arc has cut through the edge of the plate start moving evenly in the direction you wish to cut.
SETUP FOR EXTERNAL AIR PLASMA CUTTING Connect the plasma torch to the plasma torch Connect the earth clamp to the positive (+) connection. Tighten the nut once connected to dinse connection, twist to lock in place ensure a secure connection. Connect the plug into a 15 AMP socket, then Select EXTERNAL air supply.
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SETUP FOR EXTERNAL AIR PLASMA CUTTING Connect air supply to the Air Filter. Select Test Air by pressing the Cut Mode Mode button until the Test Air icon lights up. Lift the Air Pressure Regulator Knob, then turn Push the Air Pressure Regulator Knob the knob until you reach an ideal reading of downwards to lock the reading in place.
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SETUP FOR EXTERNAL AIR PLASMA CUTTING Connect the earth clamp to the work piece. Select desired cutting mode by pressing the Cut Mode button until the desired cutting mode up. Set the current to turning the Current Control Place and hold the torch vertical at the edge of Knob.
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SETUP FOR EXTERNAL AIR PLASMA CUTTING Pull the trigger to energise the arc. When the To finish the cutting release the torch switch. cutting arc has cut through the edge of the The air flow will continue for 30 seconds to plate start moving evenly in the direction you cool the torch head.
PLASMA CUTTING TECHNOLOGY Plasma cutters work by passing an electric arc through a gas that is passing through a constricted opening. The electric arc elevates the temperature of the gas to the point that it enters a 4th state of matter. We all are familiar with the first three: i.e., Solid, liquid, and gas.
PLASMA CUTTING TIPS & TECHNIQUES Amperage The standard rule of thumb is the thicker the material, the more amperage required. On thick material, set the machine to full output and vary your travel speed. On thinner material, you need to turn down the amperage and change to a lower-amperage tip to maintain a narrow kerf.
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The RAZOR CUT 40 AIR air pressure must be adjusted and set to 0.5MPA (75psi) and requires a flow rate of 120 L/min. The volume capacity of your compressor is important. If you have a small compressor with precisely the same L/min rating as the plasma, then the compressor will run continuously when you are plasma cutting.
WARNING: There are extremely dangerous voltage and power levels present inside this unit. Do not attempt to diagnose or repair unit by removing external cover unless you are an authorised repair agent for UNIMIG. 1. Power lamp and temperature lamp on.