Ultra-cut 400, 01 general maintenance, 02 external coolant filter cleaning procedure – Tweco 400 Ultra-Cut(March 2013) User Manual

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Manual No. 0-5163

5-1 MAINTENANCE

ULTRA-CUT 400

SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE

5.01 General Maintenance

Perform the following checks periodically to ensure proper system performance.

Power Supply Maintenance Schedule

Daily
Check coolant level; add coolant as needed.
Check gas hose connections and pressures.
UC-AC Maintenance schedule

Monthly

Check cooling fan and radiator; clean as needed.
Check gas hoses for cracks, leaks, or abrasion.

Replace as needed.
Check all electrical connections

for cracks or abrasion. Replace as needed.

Six Months

Clean or replace external coolant filter.
Clean coolant tank.
Vacuum out any dust buildup inside power supply.
Check internal coolant filter

5.02 External Coolant Filter Cleaning Procedure

Periodic cleaning of the coolant filter ensures maximum coolant flow efficiency. Poor coolant flow causes inefficient

torch parts cooling with consequent faster consumable wear.

Clean the coolant filter as follows:

1. Disconnect the system from main input power.

Filter Screen

Filter Holder

Art # A-04811

2. Unscrew and remove the filter bowl by hand. Be sure to keep the O-ring.

3. Remove and clean the filter. Re-install the bowl, tightening it by hand. Be sure the O-ring is in place.

4. Turn the system on and check for leaks.

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