Forney Easy Weld 20P Operating Manual

that allows you to move (drag) the torch directly across the metal surface for more precise cuts • Cutting thickness recommended up to 1/4” (clean) and up to 3/8” (sever) • Input 120 volts; 20 amp to 15 amp circuit (adapter included) • Max output 20 amps • Easy to use and operate • Internal air pressure regulator and dryer • Thermal overload protection • ...

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RETURN TO THE STORE If you have questions or problems with your new plasma cutting machine, please contact customer service at 1-800-521-6038 Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. (MST) or at www.forneyind.com/about-us/contact-us. Please take time to register your product at www.forneyind.com/support/product-registration. Thank you and enjoy your new plasma cutting machine. For the most up-to-date warranty infor ...

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FUMES, VAPORS, GASSES HAZARD BURN HAZARD MOVING PARTS HAZARD MAGNETIC FIELD HAZARD OVERHEATING HAZARD FIRE HAZARD HF RADIATION INTERFERENCE ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE WARNING/CAUTION FALLING EQUIPMENT HAZARD I ON INPUT VOLTAGE SINGLE PHASE ALTERNATING CURRENT (AC) O OFF PLASMA CUTTING TORCH ...

office or U.S. Dept. of Labor OSHA, Office of Public Affairs, Room N3647, 200 Constitution Ave., Washington, DC 20210 - www.osha.gov • AWS F4.1: SAFE PRACTICES FOR THE PREPARATION FOR WELDING AND CUTTING OF CONTAINERS AND PIPING FOR WELDING AND CUTTING. - obtainable from the American Welding Society, 550 NW Le Jeune Road, Miami, FL 3 ...

flammable or toxic substance. The techniques for removing flammable substance and vapors, to make a used container safe for welding or cutting, are quite complex and require special education and training. • Do not cut in atmospheres containing flammable dust or vapors. • Do not cut pressurized cylinders, pipes, or vessels. ...

MACHINES AFTER THE REMOVAL OF INPUT POWER. Before touching anything inside the cabinet or performing maintenance activities, turn unit OFF, disconnect INPUT POWER CABLE, and allow sufficient time for the capacitors to discharge (check with a volt meter that there are zero volts (0V) across the capacitor terminals). EXPLODING PARTS CAN INJURE. On inverter-based machines, ...

The heat from the plasma arc can cause serious burns. The force of the arc adds greatly to the burn hazard. The intensely hot and powerful arc can quickly cut through gloves and tissue. • Keep away from the torch CUTTING TIP (D). • Do not grip material near the cutting path. • The pilot arc can cause burns - keep away from torch CUTTING TIP when trigger is pressed. • Wear proper flame-resistant clot ...

(See page 24 for more information) ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION 20 P Forney Easy Weld™ Plasma Cutter 20 Amp – 15 Amp Plug Adapter Plasma Torch Additional Set of Consumables Ground Cable and Clamp ...

Primary (input) volts 120VAC Maximum Output 20A maximum Phase Single Frequency Recommended Circuit Breaker Extension Cord Recommendations Generator Requirements CSA Rated Output and Duty Cycle Dimensions Weight 50/60Hz 30A time-delay (slow-blow) breaker (20A minimum – at reduced capability) 3 conductor #12AWG or larger up to 25 ft. Minimum 4,000 W continuous output with no low-idle f ...

• Do not lay material or tools on the INPUT POWER CABLE. The cable may be damaged and result in electrical shock. • Keep the INPUT POWER CABLE away from heat sources, oils, solvents or sharp edges. • Do not use this plasma cutting machine on a circuit with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) on it. GFCIs are tripped by plasma arcs and y ...

Description The Forney Easy Weld™ 20 P Plasma Cutter is a highly portable, generator-friendly plasma cutting machine appropriate for a wide-range of cutting applications. The box includes: Forney Easy Weld™ 20 P plasma cutting machine, 20A – 15A plug adapter, PLASMA TORCH (consumables included) (9), one complete set of replacement consumables, and GROUND CABLE WITH GROUND CLAMP (4). Add ...

cutting machine must be properly grounded. • The plasma cutting machine must be grounded through the INPUT POWER CABLE (3) according to national and local electrical standards. • Single-phase service must be of the 3-wire type with a green or green/yellow wire for the protective earth ground. Do not u ...

(D) CUTTING TIP (ø0.65mm HOLE) (C) AIR DIFFUSER RING (B) ELECTRODE (A) TORCH BODY PROPER CONSUMABLE ASSEMBLY FOR PLASMA TORCH HEAD PROPERLY ASSEMBLED PLASMA TORCH Your plasma torch consumable parts will come already assembled. Plasma torch consumables will wear through the course of normal use and need to be replaced periodically. Before each use of the plasma cutting machine, you should check your part ...

Connect the GROUND CABLE CLAMP (4) to the workpiece to be cut or to the metallic workbench. Take following precautions: • Ensure that the GROUND CLAMP is attached with a good connection to an area of the workpiece that is clean and free from any coatings such as paint, rust, oil/grease, or scale. • Make ground connections as close as possible to the cutting area to reduce EMI. • Do not make a gro ...

PLASMA CUTTING MACHINE CAN RESULT. Cutting Capacity STEEL STAIN- LESS STEEL ALUMI- NUM GALVA- NIZED BRASS COPPER 3/8” 1/4” 1/4” 3/16” 1/4” 1/4” 1/4” RECOMMENDED CAPACITY SEVERANCE CAPACITY • Optimal system performance • Ideal operating range for excellent cut quality • Rated with new consumables. • Top end of machine capabilities • Intended for oc ...

cutting machine not operate as expected (pages 21-23). NOTE: If sparks are being blown upward and back at the PLASMA TORCH CUTTING TIP, your torch travel speed is too fast, decrease your travel speed. NOTE: To cut grates (interrupted cut), set cutting current at 20A. PIERCING WITH A HAND TORCH NOTE: If necessary to make a cut on a metal ...

General Maintenance DISCONNECT INPUT POWER CABLE (3) FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET AND WAIT FOR THE PLASMA TORCH (9) TO COOL BEFORE REMOVING THE SHIELD CUP (E) OR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE. CAUTION! Maintenance can only be carried out on the unit if the person in charge of this operation has the necessary technical knowledge and the correct tools. If this is not the case, contact your nearest service center. CAUTIO ...

and damage the PLASMA TORCH. SHIELD CUP should be hand-tightened. Over-tightening could damage PLASMA TORCH. CAUTION! Inspect SHIELD CUP (E), CUTTING TIP (D), AIR DIFFUSER RING (C) and ELECTRODE for wear and debris before cutting or whenever cutting speed has been significantly reduced. CAUTION! Do not operate ...