Page 2 - SAFETY; WARNING; CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS; The Above For Diesel Engines
FOR ENGINEpowered equipment. 1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenance work unless the maintenance work requires it to be running. ____________________________________________________ 1.b. Operate engines in open, well-ventilated areas or vent the engine exhaust fumes outdoors....
Page 3 - ii
ii SAFETY ii ARC RAYS can burn. 4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect your eyes from sparks andthe rays of the arc when welding or observingopen arc welding. Headshield and filter lensshould conform to ANSI Z87. I standards. 4.b. Use suitable clothing made from durable...
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FOR ELECTRICALLYpowered equipment. 8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnect switch at the fuse box before working onthe equipment. 8.b. Install equipment in accordance with the U.S. National Electrical Code, all local codes and the manufacturer’srecommendations. 8.c. Ground the equipment in ac...
Page 5 - iv; PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ
iv SAFETY iv PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suiv- antes: Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Arc 1. Protegez-vous contre la seco...
Page 6 - Thank You; Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately
Thank You for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product••• as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you! Read this Operators Manual completely before attempting to use this equipment. Save this manual and...
Page 7 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Installation .......................................................................................................................Section A Technical Specifications .......................................................................................................A-1Safe...
Page 8 - INSTALLATION
A-1 INSTALLATION A-1 Weight Including Torch Cable 35 lbs. 15.9 kg. INPUT - SINGLE PHASE / 60 HERTZ ONLY RATED OUTPUT OUTPUT RECOMMEND INPUT WIRE AND FUSE SIZES REQUIRED GAS FLOW RATE REQUIRED GAS INLET PRESSURE PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - PRO-CUT 25 (K1756-1) Standard Voltage Duty...
Page 9 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; SELECT PROPER LOCATION; STACKING
A-2 INSTALLATION PRO-CUT 25 A-2 Read entire Installation Section before installing thePRO-CUT 25. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL. • O n l y q u a l i f i e d p e r s o n n e l should install this machine. • Turn the input power OFF at the disconnect switch or fuse box and discharge input...
Page 10 - GAS INPUT CONNECTIONS
A-3 INSTALLATION PRO-CUT 25 A-3 securely. WARNING: Failure to wire as instructed may cause personal injury or damage to equipment.To be installed or checked by an electrician or quali-fied person only. Use of normal 20 amp householdbreakers may result in over current trips. If breakertrips occur, re...
Page 11 - CYLINDER; OUTPUT CONNECTIONS; Torch
A-4 INSTALLATION PRO-CUT 25 A-4 NOTE: When using nitrogen gas from a cylinder, thecylinder must have a pressure regulator. • Maximum psi from a nitrogen gas cylinder tothe PRO-CUT 25 regulator should never exceed 150 psi. • Install a hose between the nitrogen gas cylinder regulator and the PRO-CUT 2...
Page 12 - OPERATION
B-1 OPERATION PRO-CUT 25 B-1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DESCRIPTION The PRO-CUT 25 is a constant current, continuouscontrol plasma cutting power source. It provides supe-rior and reliable starting characteristics, cutting visibili-ty and arc stability. The control system has a safetymechanism to insure that...
Page 13 - USER RESPONSIBILITY
B-2 OPERATION B-2 USER RESPONSIBILITY Because design, fabrication, erection and cutting vari-ables affect the results obtained in applying this typeof information, the serviceability of a product or struc-ture is the responsibility of the user. Variation such asplate chemistry, plate surface conditi...
Page 14 - CUTTING CAPABILITY; Cut Capacity Chart; CONSUMABLE LIFE
B-3 OPERATION B-3 CUTTING CAPABILITY The PRO-CUT 25 is rated at 25 amps, at 35% duty cycle on a 10 minute basis. If the duty cycle is exceeded, athermal protector will shut off the output of the machine until it cools to the normal operating temperature. Figure B.1 shows the cut capacity of the PRO-...
Page 16 - Make sure that the shield cup is hand; PILOT ARC DISCUSSION; ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL.
Direction of Travel 5 ° - 15 ° 10 ° - 20 ° Arc Lag Leading Angle B-5 OPERATION B-5 • Use a 5° - 15° leading angle in the direction of the cut. • Finish the cut to be made and release the trigger. • When the trigger is released, the arc will stop. - The gas will continue to flow for 10 seconds of pos...
Page 17 - PROCEDURE RECOMMENDATIONS; General - In All Cases
B-6 OPERATION B-6 PROCEDURE RECOMMENDATIONS When properly used, plasma arc cutting is a very eco-nomical process. Improper use will result in a veryhigh operating cost. General - In All Cases • Follow safety precautions as printed throughout this operating manual and on the machine. • If piercing is...
Page 18 - ACCESSORIES
C-1 ACCESSORIES C-1 ALWAYS USE GENUINE LINCOLNE L E C T R I C E L E C T R O D E S A N DVORTECH™ NOZZLES • Only Genuine Lincoln Electric consumables yield the best cutting performance for the PRO-CUT 25. • T h e p a t e n t e d V O R T E C H ™ n o z z l e p r o v i d e s a n extra “kick” of swirl as ...
Page 19 - MAINTENANCE; THERMAL PROTECTION; ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
D-1 MAINTENANCE D-1 PRO-CUT 25 THERMAL PROTECTION Thermal Detection Devices protect the machine fromexcessive operating temperatures. Excessive temper-atures may be caused by a lack of cooling air or oper-ating the machine beyond the duty cycle and outputrating. If excessive operating temperatures s...
Page 20 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility; CAUTION
E-1 TROUBLESHOOTING E-1 PRO-CUT 25 If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. CAUTION This Troubleshooting Gui...
Page 21 - PROBLEMS; Contact
E-2 TROUBLESHOOTING E-2 PRO-CUT 25 Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting a...
Page 25 - STATUS BOARD INDICATORS
E-6 TROUBLESHOOTING E-6 PRO-CUT 25 Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual STATUS BOARD INDICATORS SYMPTOM The Air Low LED is lit The Safety LED is lit and steady The Thermal LED is lit CHECK 1. Make sure there is at least 80 psi connected to the gas connec- tion at the back of...
Page 26 - DIAGRAMS; PR
F-1 DIAGRAMS F-1 PRO-CUT 25 NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specific diag ram for a particular code is pasted inside the machine on one of the enclosure panels. If the diagram is illegible, write to the Service Department ...