UPC-1041 TP Instruction Manual 160709 Final
UPC-1041 TP Instruction Manual 160709 Final
UPC 1041 TP
Air Plasma Cutter
2. INSTALLATION
3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4. TORCH PARTS
5. MAINTENANCE
6. TROUBLE SHOOTING
7. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
8. SERVICE SECTION
Remarks:
Plug for primary cable and air hose is not supplied as this will depend on the connections
available onboard.
2 INSTALLATION
After connecting electric power and compressed air, the machine is ready for use.
Power supply
Connect the machine to 3-Phase, 50/60 Hz, 440 V. The machine may be reset to 400 (380) V as follows:
Disconnect the power source from 440V outlet.
Open the machine by removing the handle and cover.
Remove cable no. 22 from 440V on the control transformer and connect it to 400V.
Reassemble the cover and handle.
Connect the power supply to 400V outlet.
NOTE: at least 30 kVA should be available from the generators exclusively for the plasma cutting system.
If available power is lower, it may result in major damage to the power source.
If running the machine on 440V while set to 400V and vice versa it may result in damage to the power
source.
Air supply
Connect dry, clean and oil free compressed air with minimum pressure 6bar, maximum pressure 7 bar to
the filter regulator on the rear of the machine.
Note that the pressure gauge on the front of the UPC-1041TP will not show any pressure until the air is
flowing, see Operating instructions.
Check that the machine has been properly connected to power supply and compressed air according
to chapter 2, INSTALLATION.
Check that the torch is fitted with appropriate consumables for the job at hand.
Connect the return clamp directly onto the work piece, ensuring that a good contact is obtained.
If necessary, clean the surface from paint, rust, dirt, etc.
Switch the machine’s main power switch on. The READY lamp will light and the fan will start working.
Press trigger shortly to start air pre-flow and check air pressure: 4.5 – 5.0 bar.
When cutting at lower amperage than 70 A it may be necessary to lower the air pressure to 4.5 bar in
order to get the best cutting capability.
Do not forget to raise the pressure again to 5 bar if returning to amperage above 70 A.
Cutting
Place the torch in position for cutting or gouging. For most cutting
operations the contact cutting shield should be used. It is placed
directly on the work piece at the edge where cutting should start
Lift the trigger protection and press the trigger-switch on the torch
handle.
Air will flow for one second before the pilot arc strikes.
The pilot arc will burn for about 3 seconds.
If contact with the work piece is not obtained within this time, the pilot
arc goes out.
Reposition the torch to ensure that the pilot arc will reach the work-
piece and make a new try.
When the cutting arc is established, pull the torch slowly across the
surface that is to be cut. At correct speed the sparks goes straight
through the metal with only a slight bending towards the beginning of
the cut
The plasma arc goes out immediately. Air will continue to flow for
about 30 seconds. When removing the finger from the trigger the
trigger protection will close over the button.
The wheeled wagon in the circle cutting set should be used when
cutting on uneven surfaces where it is difficult to use the drag
shield.
1. Pull off the drag shield
2. Insert the torch to a position where the distance from nozzle
tip to work piece is 3-4mm
3. Tighten the allen screw on the inner ring.
4. Tighten the allen screw on the outer ring with the wheels
axis at 90° to the torch handle
For cutting circles the allen screw in point 4 must be loosened to
allow the torch to rotate in the wagon.
The circle cutting bar is screwed into the wheel centre, and the
centre tap is fastened at the correct radius.
NOTE!
When the machine is not in use or is only working at long intervals, switch off the machine. It contains
mechanical components that should not be exposed to unnecessary wear. It also protects against
accidental firing the pilot arc.
Note:
Electrode and nozzle must be changed at regular intervals, as a general guideline after 2 hours
continous use, or after 200 starts.
Always replace the electrode if the centre has a pit more than 2 mm (1/16” deep). Replace the nozzle if
the opening is deformed or clearly oversized.
Failure to replace worn nozzle or electrode in time will dramatically reduce the cutting capacity and
eventually ruin the torch.
The moisture trap on the backside of the machine is self-relieving by pressure drop, this means that
every time you start and stop a cutting cycle it will drain the moisture in the trap. If cleaning or manual
emptying of the trap is necessary, completely unscrew the glass cup after disconnecting compressed
air.
Carefully inspect the hose assembly and torch body with regard to any leak or damage.
Never use a damaged torch.
The UPC-1041TP is equipped with Total Protection – TP which monitors the input voltage and phases
and protects the machine when the voltage is outside the limits or one phase is missing in the mains
supply. If the TP LED is active when turning on the machine then check the input voltage and phases.
Thermal overload
If the air pressure is correct but the green ready lamp is not lit the power source is overheated and
needs to cool down before it can be used again. Let the machine cool down while switched on until the
ready lamp lights up.
Please note that the UPC-1041 TP plasma cutter is equipped with an active fan control which will run
the fan until the machine is cooled down to a safe level.
Here is a small description how it works:
The Active fan control will switch on the fan when the operator switches on the machine in order for the
operator to hear that the machine starts up, if the operator doesn’t start a cutting cycle within 5min the
machine will switch off the fan.
When the operator activates the torch the Active fan control will start the fan and keep it running during
the whole cutting cycle and 5min after in order to cool the machine, if the operator doesn’t reactivate
the torch during these 5min the fan switches off.
If the operator activates the torch within the 5min the Active fan control will reset the timing and when
the operator stops the cutting cycle the fan will again run for 5min.
As an added protection the Active fan control senses the temperature on the main transformer via a
thermistor, if the transformer is still warm after the 5min time cycle the fan will keep running until the
transformer has reached a preset temperature.
Torch malfunction
If the pilot arc does not strike:
- Check consumables.
- Inspect the torch body and hose assembly for damage.
- Check the return clamp connection.
All endangerments through plasma cutting are related with the process itself.
Endangerments may occur due to:
- High contact voltage
- HV ignition
- Electromagnetic interferences
- Heat and light radiation
- Gases, fumes and smoke
- Noise
- Hot metal and spatter
- Handling of pressure cylinders
The Plasma Cutting Machine has been developed in conformity with following standards:
• EN 60974-1 safety requirements for installations for arc welding and welding power sources
• EN 60974-10 electromagnetic compatibility
Before starting the Plasma Cutting Machine carefully read this Instruction Manual. Only advised
personnel are allowed to operate the plasma installation!
Important precautions
Connect power source only to correctly earthed mains socket with proper connected protective earth
conductor.
Wear insulating protective clothing (safety shoes, leather apron, gloves), place torch on a surface
insulated from machine earth during breaks,
Keep cutting area and plasma machine components dry and clean and follow the maintenance
recommendations strictly.
Fault finding:
8.1 Check overvoltage varistors
Disconnect the machine from mains power supply.
V1. V2.
V3.
2. If the varistors are undamaged then measure between the three phases with a resistance test.
Correct value is OL or unlimited, if the value is low then replace the varistors.
1. 2.
3.
2. Measure the three phases in the incoming socket with resistance measurement.
Correct value is approx. 240 k ohm, if the value is low or a short is measured then replace the E5
EMC-Filter.
U
V
W
U
1. 2.
W-W V-V
3.
U-U
3. Measure between W, V, and U, on the incoming and outgoing side on the E5 EMC-Filter with a
buzzer or resistance measurement.
If no connection, then replace the E5 EMC-Filter.
Note that the placement of V and W is shifted on the outgoing side.
1. Turn on B1 main switch. Remove the fuse from the T1 Control transformer.
1. 2.
3.
2. Measure between the cables 11, 21 and 31 and the three phases on the incoming side on the main
switch with a resistance or buzzer measurement.
Correct value is 0 Ohm, if resistance is high then replace the B1 main switch
Replace the fuse on the T1 control transformer and switch off B1 main switch.
1. 2.
3.
1. Measure with instrument set to diode test, place the positive probe on cable 74 and the negative
probe on cable 11, 21 and 31. Correct value is approx 0.5V this can differ slightly between
instruments. If a short is measured then replace the D5 main rectifier.
1. 2.
3.
2. Measure with instrument set to diode test, place the negative probe on cable 73 and the positive
probe on cable 11, 21 and 31. Correct value is approx 0.5V this can differ slightly between
instruments. If a short is measured then replace the D5 main rectifier.
If a short is measured on the D5 main rectifier, please also check 8.5 Primary switching unit.
2. Disconnect the pulse leads from the E2 PWM PCB connector A4.
3. Measure between cables no 73 and 74 with diode test, positive probe on 74.
Correct value is approx. 0.7V. This value may differ between different instruments but if very low or a
short is measured then replace the E1 primary PCB.
1. 2.
4. Measure between pin 1-2 and 7-8 with the meter set to diode test and the positive probe on the
red lead. Correct value is approx. 1.15. This value may differ a bit between different instruments but if
very low or a short is measured on one pair then replace the E1 primary PCB.
1. 2.
5. Measure between pin 1-2 and 7-8 with the meter set to diode test and the negative probe on the
red lead. Correct value is approx. 1.10, this value may differ between different instruments but if very
low or a short is measured on one pair then replace the E1 primary PCB.
6. Measure between cable no. 74 and the Out (+) on the E1 primary pcb with the meter set to diode
test and positive probe on cable 74. Correct value is approx. 0.35. This value may differ a bit
between different instruments but if very low or a short is measured then replace the E1 primary PCB.
7. Measure between cable no. 73 and the Out (+) on the E1 primary pcb with the meter set to diode
test and negative probe on cable 73. Correct value is approx. 0.35. This value may differ a bit
between different instruments but if very low or a short is measured then replace the E1 primary PCB.
Reconnect cable 73, 74 to the D5 main rectifier and pulse leads to E2 PWM PCB connector A4.
1. Disconnect one of the main transformer leads and one of the choke leads.
2. Measure between D3A and D3B with diode test and the red probe on D3B.
Correct value is approx. 0.35. If a low value or a short is measured replace the diode module D3/D4.
3. Measure between D2D and D2C with diode test and the red probe on D2C.
Correct value is approx. 0.35. If a low value or a short is measured replace the diode module D1/D2.
4. Measure between TS1_B and TS1_C, with diode test and the positive probe on TS1_B.
Correct value is approx. 0.35. If a low value or a short is measured replace the transistor module TS1.
5. Measure between TS1_B and TS1_C, with diode test and the positive probe on TS1_C.
Correct value is OL or unlimited. If a low value or a short is measured replace the transistor module
TS1.
1. Turn the knob on the pressure regulator CCW to its lowest setting. Connect air at 6-8 bar to the
regulator. Turn the knob on the regulator CW to increase pressure setting while you measure between
cable 46 and 66 on the K1 pressure switch with resistance or buzzer measurement, at approx. 3.5 bar
the K1 pressure switch should switch on.
Correct value is 0 ohm.
If the pressure switch doesn’t switch on replace, the pressure switch.
2. Measure between pin 1-2 on the E4 secondary PCB A3 connector with resistance or buzzer
measurement. Correct value is 0 ohm.
If value is high or no connection is measured then replace thermostat K4 on the secondary cooling fin.
3. Measure between pin 1-2 on the E4 secondary PCB A4 connector with resistance or buzzer
measurement. Correct value is 0 ohm.
If value is high or no connection is measured then replace thermostat K2-3 on the E1 Primary card
cooling fins.
1. 2.
3.
1. Check the incoming voltage between all three phases. Correct value is 400 or 440VAC depending
on the supply voltage. If one phase is missing or low check the mains supply fuses.
2. Check the voltage on the D5 main rectifier between cable no. 73 and 74 positive probe on cable
73. Correct value is approx. 620VDC if connected to 440VAC and 560VDC if connected to 400VAC. If
voltage is low recheck the main supply fuses, E5 EMC-Filter, B1 switch and D5 main rectifier.
3. Check the voltages on the T1 Control transformer, between 0 and 230 on the primary side.
If low or not existing check the fuse on the control transformer. If fuse is undamaged replace the
control transformer. If fuse is broken go to step 4.
4. If fuse is broken replace the fuse and try again. If the fuse breaks again then disconnect the fan by
removing connector A7 on the E2 Control PCB. Replace the fuse and recheck the voltage, if correct
replace the fan.
5. Check the secondary voltages on the T1 control transformer between 0 and 24V
Correct value approx 24VAC. If low replace the control transformer.
6. Check the secondary voltages on the T1 control transformer between 0 and 13.5V
Correct value approx 14VAC. If low replace the control transformer.
7. Measure the voltage between TS1_A and TS1_D on the E4 Secondary PCB.
Correct value is 10VDC, if low or missing replace the E4 Secondary PCB and TS1.
8. Measure the relay inside the copper winding, between point J1 and J2.
Correct value is 18VDC. If no voltage then replace the E4 Secondary PCB.
1. Disconnect the pulse leads from the E2 PWM PCB connector A4.
2. Check the fuse on the E3 Ignition & control PCB with buzzer or resistance measurement.
If fuse is broken replace the fuse and go to step 3, if fuse breaks again replace E3 Ignition & Control
PCB.
3. Press the torch trigger, after about 1sec LED D15-17 and D25 should light up.
If the LEDs don’t light up replace the E3 Control & ignition PCB
1. Disconnect the pulse leads from the E2 PWM PCB connector A4.
2. Check the Fuse on the E2 PWM PCB with buzzer or resistance measurement.
If the fuse is broken try replacing it with a new and switch on the machine. If it breaks again then
replace the E2 PWM PCB.
3. Switch on the machine and press the torch trigger, after about 1 sec the D11 LED should light up
and stay lit for about 3 sec. If D11 doesn’t light up replace the E2 PWM PCB.
2. Measure between P and minus (-) on the E4 secondary PCB with a DC voltage measurement.
Press torch trigger, after approx. 1sec you should get voltage. This voltage will disappear after approx.
3seconds and its then necessary to release and press torch trigger again.
Correct value is approx. 240VDC.
If value is missing recheck machine most likely one step has been overlooked.
Correct sequence:
1. Not active:
None off the leds are lit
2. Pre flow:
Press torch trigger, D17 lights up indicating pre flow, gas starts to flow through the system.
3. Pilot arc:
After about 1sec D16 lights up indicating that the PWM PCB should start to send out pulses to the
primary PCB, and that the ignition pulses to the ignition transformer should start. Pilot arc ignites.
This signal is present for approx. 3sec then the signal disappears and pilot arc is extinguished if the
pilot arc doesn’t make contact with work piece.
4. Main arc:
When the pilot arc gets in contact with the cutting material D15 and D25 lights up indicating that the
signal for contact with material has been detected, the E3 Control & ignition PCB is activating the
cutting flow, switching off pilot transistor and increasing current from pilot current to cutting current.
5. Post flow:
After finished cutting cycle and release off trigger D17 and D25 remains on for approx. 30secs in order
for the torch to cool down after finished cutting cycle.
1. When switching on the machine with the B1 switch the fan should start running and LED D23 and
D28 should light up. After approx. 5min the fan should switch off and D23 and D28 should go out.
2. Press the torch trigger. D23 and D29 lights up indicating that the cutting signal controls the AFC.
3. To test the thermal control of the AFC you can bridge the A8 contact with a piece of wire, this should
make the D23 and D30 LED light up.
Disconnect the pilot lead by removing the M6 nut from the pilot lead connector.
Disconnect the Current/air lead by unscrewing the ¼” nut from the current connector.
Insert the leads on the new torch through the cable restraint.
Connect the pilot lead to the M6 pilot lead connector with the M6 nut and locking washer.
Take care not to over tighten.
MV2
T3
K1
AD1
MV1
E5
B1
E3
D5
PE
D5
E6
A1 V1-3
C2 LA1
L2
M (Fan)
R
E2
T2-L1
E4
E1, K2-3
mounted on cooling fin
AD2
C4-5
K4 C1
mounted on cooling fin
B1 main switch
Filter
AD2
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