Tweco RAS used w-Merlin 6000GST - Manual (Page 13)

Manual 0-2654 9 INTRODUCTION & DESCRIPTION
SECTION 2:
INTRODUCTION &
DESCRIPTION
2.01 Scope of Manual
This manual contains description, installation instruc-
tions and maintenance procedures for the Thermal Dy-
namics Arc Starter Box. Service of this equipment is
restricted to Thermal Dynamics trained personnel; un-
qualified personnel are strictly cautioned against at-
tempting 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 General Description
The Arc Starter Box Assembly is used to place the arc
starting circuit closer to the Torch Assembly and is de-
signed to be mounted on the gantry near the Torch As-
sembly.
The Torch, with short leads attached, connects to the out-
put of the Arc Starter Box. The Torch Supply Leads As-
sembly connects to the input of the Arc Starter Box.
All gases and command signals are supplied to the Arc
Starter Box by the Torch Supply Leads connected to the
Plasma Power Supply. The gases and command signals
are then sent to the Maximizer 300 Liquid Cooled Torch.
The Arc Starter Box is designed for use with Merlin
6000GST Single (Master) or Dual (Slave) Plasma Power
Supplies.
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Figure 2-1 Arc Starter Box
2.03 Specifications & Design
Features
The following applies to the Arc Starter Box only:
A. System Configuration
Used with the Merlin 6000GST Plasma Cutting Sys-
tem and Maximizer 300 Machine Torch only.
B. Pilot Circuitry
CD, Constant DC
C. Input Connection
Provides connection for the Torch Supply Leads As-
sembly between the Plasma Power Supply and the
Arc Starter Box.
D. Output Connection
Provides connection for the Torch Leads between the
Arc Starter Box and the Maximizer 300 Torch.
E. Mounting
Designed for easy mounting to the cutting table gan-
try or other convenient location near the torch sta-
tion.
F. Weight
12 lbs (5.4 kg)