Tweco CE PAK Master 150XL With Latch Circuit - Manual (Page 13)

Manual 0-2865 2-1 INTRODUCTION & DESCRIPTION
SECTION 2:
INTRODUCTION &
DESCRIPTION
2.01 Scope of Manual
This manual contains descriptions, operating instructions
and basic maintenance procedures for the PAK Master
150XL Plasma Cutting Power Supply (CE). Service of
this equipment is restricted to properly trained person-
nel; unqualified personnel are strictly cautioned against
attempting repairs or adjustments not covered in this
manual, at the risk of voiding the Warranty.
Read this manual thoroughly. A complete understand-
ing of the characteristics and capabilities of this equip-
ment will assure the dependable operation for which it
was designed.
2.02 Power Supply General
Description
Power Supply is designed to cut most metals up to 1-1/2
inches (38 mm) using air, nitrogen, or argon/hydrogen
as the plasma gas. This system is also capable of satisfy-
ing many gouging applications. The Power Supply is
ideal for hand applications and can also be used in mecha-
nized applications.
The Power Supply provides 120 amp maximum output
current and includes all control circuitry, electrical and
gas inputs and outputs, pilot circuitry, torch leads recep-
tacle and a 20 ft (6.1 m) work cable with clamp.
The torch used with the Power Supply is available in the
following configurations:
• 70° or 90° Hand Torch Head (PCH)
• 180° Machine Torch Head (PCM) with 1-3/8 inch
(34 mm) diameter Mounting Tube with Rack and
Pinion Assembly
Machine torch systems with unshielded leads include a
Remote Hand ON/OFF Pendant; machine torches with
shielded leads include a CNC Interface Cable.
NOTES
The power supply can be ordered in various con-
figurations with various options factory installed.
Refer to the supplied Torch Instruction Manual for
more information on the Torch.
Refer to Section 2.04 for list of Power Supply Op-
tions and Accessories.
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Figure 2-1 Pak Master 150XL System
The Standard Coolant supplied with the Power Supply
can be used in ambient temperatures down to 10° F
(-12° C). If the ambient temperature will be below 10° F
(-12° C) then Super Coolant should be used. This coolant
can be used in areas where the ambient temperature drops
to -34° F (-36° C).
A. Typical System
A typical system configuration will contain the follow-
ing:
• CE Power Supply
• 20 ft (6.1 m) Work Cable with Clamp
• Torch with Leads (torch type and leads length as
ordered)
• Torch Spare Parts Kit
• CNC Interface Cable or Remote Pendant Control
(depending on type of torch leads ordered)
• Standard Thermal Arc Coolant - 3 gallons (11.4 li-
ters)
NOTE
Refer to Section 2.04 for complete list of Power Sup-
ply Options and Accessories.
B. Requirements to Complete System
To complete the system, the user needs to provide the
following:
• Primary Input Power Cable Plug
• Gas Supplies