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SECTION 3 OPERATION

WHEN THE ARC BREAKS

THROUGH THE WORK,

BRING THE TORCH TO AN

UPRIGHT POSITION AND

PROCEED TO CUT.

TO START A PIERCE, TILT THE

TORCH TO PREVENT MOLTEN

MATERIAL FROM COMING BACK

AGAINST AND DAMAGING THE

TORCH.

Figure 3-5 Piercing Technique using the PT-32EH

3.4 POSSIBLE CUTTING ISSUES

Drag cutting, even with lower

current levels may significantly

reduce the life of torch

consumables. Attempting to

Drag Cut with higher currents

(40 amps) may cause immedi-

ate catastrophic consumable

damage.

Figure 3-6. Electrode Wear Limit

NOTE: When replacing the nozzle, always inspect the electrode for wear.

If more than 1.6 mm (.06") of electrode Hafnium has eroded, replace

the electrode. If the electrode is used beyond this recommended

wear limit, damage to the torch and power source may occur.

Nozzle life is also greatly reduced when using the electrode below

the recommended limit. Refer to exploded view of PT-32EH torch.

REPLACE ELECTRODE

BEFORE PITTING BECOMES

DEEPER THAN 1.6 MM

(0.06 INCH)

Replace when eroded

beyond .06"(1.6mm) depth

NEW

WORN

3.3.1. Drag Cutting with PT-32EH torch / PowerCut 1500 package.

LOW CURRENT AUTO-DRAG FEATURE

If drag cutting is desired for thin material under 9.5 mm (3/8") thick, remove

the standard 90 amp nozzle from the PT-32EH torch and install ESAB's 40

amp nozzle. Lower the current level setting to be within the AUTO-

DRAG range of 20 to 40 amps (see Auto Drag Scale on front panel).

Then follow steps in "Cutting with the PowerCut-1500" section. Also refer

to PT-32EH Instruction Manual No. F15-440.

HIGH CURRENT DRAG CUTTING

If drag cutting is desired on materials above 9.5 mm (3/8”) thick, be sure that

the 90 amp nozzle is installed in the PT-32EH torch. Attach ESAB's stand-

off guide and operate per heat shield guard installation and operation figure.

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