PPSK 40 A1 - Plasma cutter PARKSIDE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PPSK 40 A1 PARKSIDE

PLASMA CUTTER WITH INTEGRATED COMPRESSOR PPSK 40 A1 PLASMASCHNEIDER MIT KOMPRESSOR PPSK 40 A1 DÉCOUPEUR PLASMA AVEC COMPRESSEUR PPSK 40 A1

GB ENICY MT

PLASMA CUTTER

WITH INTEGRATED COMPRESSOR

Operation and Safety Notes

Translation of the original instructions

FR BEOH

DECOUPEUR PLASMA AVECCOMPRESSEUR

PLASMASNIJDER MET COMPRESSOR

PLASMASKERER MED KOMPRESSOR

Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and familiarise yourself with all functions of the device.

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GB/IE/NI/CY/MT Operation and Safety Notes Page 5

Table of pictograms used

Introduction

Intended use
Package contents. 8
Parts description.. 8
Technical specifications 9

Safety instructions.. 9

General plasma explanations.. 16

Before use. Page 16

Installation environment.. 16
Selecting compressed air supply.. 17
Procedure when using an external compressor . 17
Connecting the cutting torch.. 17
Connecting the ground cable.. 17
Fitting the removable roller guide (optional) 17

Using the device.. 18

Operation.. 18
Types of plasma cutting . 18

Troubleshooting

Maintenance and care

Maintaining the burner.. 22
Maintenance.. 22
Storage 22

Information about recycling and disposal.. 23

EU Declaration of Conformity 23

Warranty and service information

Warranty conditions.. 24
Warranty period and statutory claims for defects.. Page 24
Extent of warranty.. 24
Processing of warranty claims . 24

Table of pictograms used

Caution! Read the operating instructions!	Caution! Read the operating instructions!	Caution! Risk of electric shock!
Warning: Potential hazards!	Important note!
Do not dispose of any electrical devices in domestic waste!	Dispose of the device and packaging in an environmentally friendly manner!
Made from recycled material.	Never use the device in the open or when it's raining!
Electric shock from the welding electrode can be fatal!	Inhalation of welding fumes can endanger your health!
Welding sparks can cause an explosion or fire!	Arc beams can damage your eyes and injure your skin!
Electromagnetic fi elds can disrupt the function of cardiac pacemakers!	AC - mains connection
H Insulation class	Cutting with the plasma cutter
Indicator lamp - thermal sensor	Connection - ground terminal plug
Indicator lamp - mains connection.	Connection - plasma burner plug Plasma burner power plug
IP21S Protection type I	Effective value of the greatest mains current
U2	Standardised operating voltage cycle

I1 max	Greatest rated value of the mains current.	I2	Rated value of the cutting current
1 ~ 50 Hz	Mains input; number of phases and alternating current symbol and rated value of the frequency.	-∞-∞-∞=	Static frequency converter-transformer-commutator
U0	Open circuit voltage rated value	U1	Rated value of the mains voltage

Plasma cutter with integrated compressor PPSK 40 A1

Introduction

Congratulations! You have

purchased one of our high-quality products. Please familiarise yourself with the product before using it for the first time. Please also read the safety instructions carefully. This product must be set up or used only by people who have been trained to do so.

Keep out of the reach of children!

PLEASE NOTE!

The use of the term 'product' or device in the following text refers to the plasma cutter with integrated compressor named in these operating instructions.

- Intended use

The device is intended for compressed-air plasma cutting of all electrically conductive metals. Observing the safety instructions and assembly instructions and operating information in the instructions for use is also a component of the intended use.

It is imperative to adhere to the applicable accident prevention regulations. The device must not be used:

in insufficiently ventilated rooms,
in moist or wet environments,
in explosive environments,
to defrost pipes,
in close proximity to people with cardiac pacemakers and
in close proximity to easily fl ammable materials.

Use the product only as described and only for the specific applications as stated. Keep these instructions in a safe place. Ensure you hand over all documentation when passing the product on to anyone else. Any use that differs to the intended use as stated above is prohibited and potentially dangerous.

Damage or injury caused by misuse or disregarding the above warning is not covered by the warranty or any liability on the part of the manufacturer. The device is intended for professional use. Commercial use will void the guarantee.

RESIDUAL RISK

Even if you operate the device as intended, there will be residual risks.

Introduction

Following hazards may occur in conjunction with the construction and design of this plasma cutter:

Eye injuries due to glare,
Touching hot parts of the device or workpiece (burn injury),
In case of improper protection risk of accident and fire through sparks and slag particles,
Harmful emissions from smoke and gases if there is a lack of air or if closed rooms are insufficiently extracted.

Reduce the residual risk by carefully using the device as intended and observing all instruction.

Package contents

1 plasma cutter with integrated compressor
1 ground cable with terminal
1 cutting cable incl. cutting torch
3 electrodes (1 pre-assembled)
1 set of operating instructions
3 burner sleeves (1 pre-assembled)

1 Removable roller guide
1 compressed air hose

- Parts description

PLEASE NOTE!

After unpacking the product, please check that all of the package contents are present and that the device is in perfect condition. Do not use the device if it is defective.

Plasma cutter with integrated compressor
2 Handle
3 Mains plug
4 Ground terminal
Ground terminal plug
6 Plasma burner power plug
Plasma burner plug
8 Plasma burner
8a Plasma burner button
8b Nozzle clamping sleeve
8c Torch sleeve
8d Electrode
Diffuser
9 Overheat protection indicator lamp
10 Selector switch for compressed air supply
Plasma burner power socket
12 Ground terminal connection socket
13 Plasma burner connection socket
Current controller
15 Mains indicator lamp
16 On/off-switch

I switched on.

O switched off

External compressed air access
18 Toggle switch for external compressed air
Removable roller guide
19a Locking screws
Fixing screws
19c Guide rollers
20 Compressed air hose

- Technical specifications

Output: 15-40 A

Input: 230V 50Hz

Weight: approx. 11kg

Dimensions 396× 200× 245cm

Insulation class: H

Duty Cycle*: 35% at 40 A (25^)

20% at 40 A (40°C)

"Real" cutting

capacity: 0.1mm - 12mm

depending on the

material)

Copper:1-4 mm

Stainless steel: 1-8 mm

Aluminium: 1-8 mm

Iron: 1-10 mm

Steel: 1-12 mm

Working pressure: 4-4.5 bar

Changes to technical and visual aspects of the product may be made as part of future developments without notice. Accordingly, no warranty is offered for the physical dimensions, information and specific cations in these operating instructions. The operating instructions cannot therefore be used as the basis for asserting a legal claim.

*Duty Cycle = is the percentage of the operating time, in which the machine can be used continuously under normal temperature conditions. In relation to a 10-minute time period this means, for example, that with a duty cycle of 20% , that it can be used for 2 minutes and then there should be a break of 8 minutes. If you exceed the duty cycle values then this will trigger the overheating protection which will bring the device to a stop until it has cooled down to the normal working temperature. Exceeding the duty cycle values continuously can damage the device.

- Safety instructions

WARNING!

• Please read through the operating instructions carefully before use. Familiarise yourself with the device, its proper use and the safety instructions based on these operating instructions. These form part of the product and must be available at all times.

WARNING!

RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FOR INFANTS AND

CHILDREN! Never leave children unsupervised near packaging material. There is a risk of suffocation.

This device may be used by children aged 16 years and older, and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, or a lack of experience and knowledge, if they are supervised or have been instructed in how to use the device safely and understand the dangers that may arise when using it. Do not allow children to play with the

device. Cleaning and day-to-day maintenance must not be performed by children without supervision.

Repairs and/or maintenance work must only be carried out by qualified electricians.
Only use the cutting cable provided in the scope of delivery.
During operation, the device should not be positioned directly on the wall, covered or jammed between other devices so that sufficient air can be absorbed through the ventilation slats. Make sure that the device is correctly connected to the supply voltage. Avoid any form of tensile stress of the power cable. Disconnect the plug from the socket prior to setting up the device in another location.
If the device is not in operation, always switch it off by pressing the ON/OFF switch. Place the electrode holder on an insulated surface and only remove it from the holder after allowing it to cool down for 15 minutes.

Hot metal and sparks are blown off from the cutting arch. The flying sparks, hot metal as well as hot objects and hot device equipment can cause fire or burns.

Check the working environment and make sure the workplace is suitable prior to using the device.

Remove all flammable material within 10m of the plasma cutter. If this is not possible, cover the objects meticulously using suitable covers.
- Do not make cuts in places where flying sparks could come into contact with flammable material.
- Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
Please be careful because sparks and hot materials can easily fall through small gaps and openings while cutting and land on adjacent areas.
Please be aware that cutting on a ceiling, floor or a partition can cause a fire on the opposite side that is not visible.
- Connect the power cable using the shortest route with a socket situated close to the workplace to prevent the power cable from being spread across the whole room and located on a surface which could cause an electric shock, sparks or fire outbreak.
Do not use the plasma cutter to defrost frozen tubes.

Risk of electric shock:

WARNING!

Electric shock from the cutting electrode can be fatal.

Do not use the plasma cutter when it is raining or snowing.
Wear dry insulating gloves.
Do not touch the electrodes with bare hands.
- Do not wear wet or damaged gloves.
- Protect yourself from electric shock with insulation against the workpiece.
Do not open the device housing.
Additional protection against a shock from the mains power in the event a fault can be provided by using a fault-circuit interrupter, which is operated with a leakage current of no more than 30mA and covers all mains-powered devices in close proximity. The fault-circuit interrupter must be suitable for all types of current.
There must be means of rapid electrical isolation of the cutting power source or the cutting circuit (e.g. emergency stop device) which are easily accessible.

Danger from smoke emission when plasma cutting:

Inhalation of fumes which result from plasma cutting can endanger health.
Do not keep your head in the fumes.
Use the device in open areas.
Only use the device in well-ventilated spaces.

Danger from flying sparks when plasma cutting:

Cutting sparks can cause an explosion or fire.
- Keep flammable substances away from the cutting location.
Do not use the plasma cutter near flammable substances.
Cutting sparks can cause fires.
- Keep a fire extinguisher close by and an observer should be present to be able to use it immediately.
- Do not carry out plasma cutting on drums or any other closed containers.

Danger from arc beams:

Arc beams can damage your eyes and injure your skin.
Wear a hat and safety goggles.
Wear hearing protection and high, closed shirt collars.

Use a welding safety helmet and make sure that the fiiter setting is correct.
Wear complete body protection.

Danger from electromagnetic fi elds:

Cutting current generates electromagnetic fields.
Do not use if you have a medical implant.
Never wrap the cutting cable around your body.
Guide cutting cables together.

- Welding mask-specific safety instructions

• With the help of a bright light source (e.g. lighter) examine the proper functioning of the welding shield prior to starting with any cutting work.
  Cut spatters can damage the protective screen. Immediately replace damaged or scratched protective screens.
• Immediately replace damaged or highly contaminated or splattered components.
  The device must only be operated by people over the age of 16.

Please familiarise yourself with the cutting safety instructions. To that end, you must also observe the safety instructions of your plasma cutter.

Always wear a welding helmet while welding and plasma cutting. If it is not used, you could sustain severe lesions to the retina.

Always wear protective clothing during welding and plasma cutting operations.

• Never use the welding shield without the protective screen because this could damage the optical unit. There is a risk of damage to the eyes!

Regularly replace the protective screen to ensure good visibility and fatigue-proof work.

- Environment with increased electrical hazard

Environments with increased electrical hazard may be encountered, for example:

In workplaces where the space for movement is restricted, such that the operator is working in a forced posture (e.g.: kneeling, sitting, lying) and is touching electrically conductive parts;

In workplaces which are restricted completely or in part in terms of electrical conductivity and where there is a high risk through avoidable or accidental touching by the operator;
In wet, humid or hot workplaces where the air humidity or weld signifi cantly reduces the resistance of human skin and the insulating properties or effect of protective equipment.

Even a metal conductor or scaffolding can create an environment with increased electrical hazard.

When using plasma cutters under electrically dangerous conditions, the output voltage of the plasma cutter must be greater than 48 volt when idling (effective value). The plasma cutter may not be used in these cases due to the output voltage.

- Plasma cutting in tight spaces

When welding and plasma cutting in tight spaces this may pose a hazard through toxic gases (risk of suffocation). In tight spaces the device may only be

operated if there are trained individuals in the immediate vicinity who can intervene if necessary. In this case, before starting to use the plasma cutter, an expert must carry out an assessment in order to determine what steps are necessary, in order to guarantee safety at work and which precautionary measures should be taken during the actual cutting procedure.

- Total of open circuit voltages

When more than one plasma power source is operated at the same time, their open circuit voltages may add up and lead to an increased electrical hazard. The plasma power sources must be clearly marked with their individual control units and connections, in order to be able to identify which device belongs to which circuit.

Using shoulder straps

The plasma cutter must not be used if the device is being carried e.g. with a shoulder strap. This is intended to prevent:

The risk of losing your balance if the lines or hoses which are connected are pulled.

The increased risk of an electric shock as the operator comes into contact with the earth if he/she is using a Class I plasma cutter, the housing of which is earthed through its conductor.

- Protective clothing

At work, the operator must protect his/her whole body by using appropriate clothing and face protection against radiations and burns. The following steps must be observed:

• Wear protective clothing prior to cutting work.
  Wear gloves.
• Open windows to guarantee air supply.
• Wear protective goggles.

Gauntlet gloves made of a suitable material (leather) must be worn on both hands. They must be in perfect condition.
A suitable apron must be worn to protect clothing from flying sparks and burns. When specific work, e.g. overhead cutting, is required, a protective suit must be worn and, if necessary, even head protection.

- Protection against rays and burns

• Warn of the danger to the eyes by hanging up a sign saying "Caution! Do not look into fl ames!". The workplaces must be shielded so that the persons in the vicinity are protected. Unauthorised persons must be kept away from cutting work.
  The walls in the immediate vicinity of fixed workplaces should neither be bright coloured or shiny. Windows up to head height must be protected to prevent rays being transmitted or reflecting through them, e.g. by using suitable paint.

- EMC Device Classificati on

According to the standard IEC 60974-10, this is a plasma cutter in electromagnetic compatibility Class A. Class A devices are devices that are suitable for use in all other areas except living areas and areas that are directly connected to a low-voltage supply mains that (also) supplies residential buildings. Class A devices must adhere to the Class A limit values.

WARNING NOTICE: Class A devices are intended for use in an industrial environment. Due to the power-related as well as the radiated interference variables, difficulties might arise in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other environments. Even if the device complies with the emission limit values in accordance with the standard, such devices can still cause electromagnetic interference in sensitive systems and devices. The user is responsible for faults caused by the arc while working, and the user must take suitable protective measures. In doing so, the operator must consider the following:

Power cables, control, signal and telecommunication lines
Computer and other microprocessor controlled devices.
Television, radio and other playback devices
Electronic and electrical safety equipment
Persons with cardiac pacemakers or hearing aids
Measurement and calibration devices
Noise immunity of other devices in the vicinity
The time of day at which the cutting work is performed.

The following is recommended to reduce possible interference radiation:

the plasma cutter must be regularly maintained and kept in a good condition
Cutting cables should be completely unwound and installed parallel on the floor, if possible
Devices and systems at risk of interference radiation must be removed from the cutting area if possible, or shielded.
The product is intended solely for professional use.
The device meets the requirements of IEC 61000-3-12, provided that the "Ssc" short-circuit power at the at the monitoring point between the owner's power grid and the public mains is above or equal to 3708.75kW . It is the responsibility of the installer or operator/owner of the device to make sure that the device is only connected to a supply where the "Ssc" shortcircuit power is above or equal to 2466.7kW , if required this must be clarifi ed with the provider of the supply network.
The device is only designed for use with a power supply where the permissible mains

impedance is equal to or below 0.2801 .

If you are in any doubt, then please contact an electrical professional.

- General plasma explanations

Plasma cutters are operated by pushing pressurised gas, e.g. air, through a small pipe. In the centre of the pipe, there is a negatively charged electrode that is directly above the nozzle. The vortex ring causes the plasma to rotate quickly. If you supply the negative electrode with current and make the tip of the nozzle touch the metal, this connection creates a closed, electrical circuit. A powerful spark occurs between the electrode and the metal.

While the gas flows into the pipe, the spark heats up the gas until it has reached the plasma condition. This reaction causes a current from the controlled plasma with a temperature of 16,649^ or more that moves at speed of 6.096 m/sec and the metal transforms into steam and molten discharge. The plasma itself conducts electrical current. The working circuit that allows the arc to occur remains as long

as current is supplied to the electrode and the plasma remains in contact with the metal to be processed.

The cutting nozzle has a range of further channels.

These channels generate a constant flow of protective gas around the cutting area. The pressure of the gas flow controls the radius of the plasma jet.

PLEASE NOTE!

This machine is only designed to use compressed air as "gas".

- Before use

Installation environment

Make sure that working area is suffi cientsly ventilated. If the device is used without sufficient cooling, the power-on time reduces and it can result in overheating.

Additional protection can be required for this purpose:

The device must be free-standing with a distance of at least 0.5m all around.
- Ventilation slots must not be blocked or covered.
The device must not be used a storage place and tools or other items must not be placed on the device.
It must be operated in a dry and well ventilated working environment.

- Selecting compressed air supply

Press the selector switch for the compressed air supply in order to select the compressed air source.

In INT position (Figure J) the compressed air supply is provided by the integrated compressor. In EXT position (Figure K) by an external compressor.

When using the integrated compressor, switch the toggle switch for external compressed air 18 to the "closed" position (Figure L).

- Procedure when using an external compressor

PLEASE NOTE!

For plasma cutting, a pressure of 4-4.5 bar is recommended. Adjust this accordingly on your compressor. Please bear in mind that the pressure can lower while setting the air pressure. Thus, in a hose length measuring 10m and an internal diameter of 9mm it drops by approx. 0.6 bar.

The compressed air source must have a fiiter and regulator.

• Connect the compressed air hose 20 on the back of the plasma cutter 1 to the compressed air connection 17. To do so, insert the side of the compressed air hose into the compressed air connection 17 of the plasma cutter 1 without a quick connector (see Fig. 1).
  The pressure can be adjusted using the pressure regulator on your compressor. Select a pressure of 4-4.5 bar.
  In order to release the compressed air hose 20, you must press the locking

mechanism of the compressed air connection and pull out the compressed air hose at the same time (see Fig. I).

• Switch the toggle switch for external compressed air to the "open" position (Figure M).

- Connecting the cutting torch

Insert the plasma burner plug 7 into the plasma burner connection socket 13 and tighten the plasma burner plug hand-tight 7 (see Fig. A+B).
Insert the plasma burner power plug into the plasma burner power socket and tighten the union nut hand-tight (see Fig. A+B).

- Connecting the ground cable

Connect the ground terminal plug 5 with the ground terminal - connection socket 12. Make sure that the connecting shaft is first connected and then turned. The connecting shaft must face upwards when plugging in the ground cable plug 5. After plugging in, the connecting shaft must be rotated in a clockwise direction until it reaches the stop, in order to lock it in place (see Fig. A+B). This does not require force!

- Fitting the removable roller guide (optional)

Push the removable roller guide 19 over the nozzle clamping sleeve 8b, until the locking screws 19a are completely above the black area of the plasma burner 8 (behind the gap at the back of the nozzle clamping sleeve 8b) (see Fig. A+B). Now fix the locking screws 19a. The guide rollers 19c are now positioned such that the required

distance between the workpiece and burner sleeve 8c is set. The roller guide is then fi xed in place 19 by tightening the fi xing screws 19b (see Fig. N). Make sure that both guide rollers 19c are always set to the same height, in order to enable straight cutting. You can see a correctly fitted roller guide in Fig. N.

Using the device

Operation

1. Set the plasma cutter up in a dry and well ventilated area.
2. Position the machine in the vicinity of the workpiece.
3. Press the on/off switch 16
4. Clamp the ground terminal 4 to the workpiece to be cut and make sure that there is a good electrical contact.
5. Set the cutting current on the current controller 14. If the arc beam is interrupted the cutting current must be set higher if necessary. If the electrode burns through frequently, then the cutting current must be set lower.
6. Position the plasma cutter 8 on the workpiece so that the burner sleeve 8c is free and that a blowback of the molten metal is not possible. Press the plasma burner button 8d. The transmitted cutting arch is ignited on the edge of the sheet in this manner.
7. Start cutting slowly and then increase the speed in order to achieve the desired cutting quality.
8. The speed must be regulated so that a good cutting capacity can be achieved. The plasma beam creates a straight arch (stainless steel, aluminium) or a 5^ arch of approach (soft steel).

To cut in the manual cutting mode, pull the overlying burner across the workpiece while maintaining a constant speed. To achieve the perfect cut, it is important for the material thickness to comply with the correct cutting speed. If the cutting speed is too low, the cutting edge will be blunt due to the severe heat input. The optimal cutting speed is achieved once the cutting jet is slightly inclined towards the rear while cutting. If the plasma burner button 8a is released, the plasma jet goes out and the power source switches off. The gas continues to flow for approx. 5 seconds in order to cool the burner. The same process is followed when the workpiece is pulled out with a pressed plasma burner button 8a. During the gas post-fl ow time, the plasma cutter 1 must not be switched off to avoid damaging the plasma burner 8 as a result of overheating.

ATTENTION!

The device must be left on for approx. 2-3 minutes once the cutting work has been completed. The cooler cools the electronics.

- Types of plasma cutting

Drag cutting

Hold the tip of the burner sleeve 8c low over the workpiece and press the plasma burner button 8a. Now move the burner sleeve until 8c there is contact with the workpiece and the cutting arch is fixed. Once the cutting arch has been generated, move the plasma burner 8 in the desired direction. Makes sure that burner sleeve is slightly 8c angled and that contact with the workpiece is maintained. This working method is called drag cutting. Avoid quick movements. A sign

of quick movements is sparks that fall of the top of the workpiece. Move the plasma burner at a speed in which the spark accumulation is concentrated on the bottom side of the workpiece. Ensure the material is completely separated prior to continuing with this process. Set the necessary drag speed.

Distance cutting

In some case, it is beneficial cut while holding the burner sleeve at a height of 1.5mm to 3mm above the workpiece. This reduces the quantity of material that is blown back into the tip. This makes it possible to penetrate thicker material strengths. Distance cutting should be used if penetration or furrow work is carried out. Furthermore, the "distance" working technique can be used when you need to cut sheet metal to minimise the risk of material splashing back which could damage the tip.

Perforation

To drill through place the tip approx. 3.2mm above the workpiece. Hold the plasma burner at a slight angle to guide the sparks away from the burner sleeve and your body. Press the plasma burner button

8a and lower the tip of the plasma burner until there is a main cutting arch and sparks begin to form. Test the perforation on a test object that is no longer needed and once there are no problems start drilling through at the previously defi ned cutting line on your workpiece. Check the plasma burner 8 for wear and tear, cracks or exposed cable pieces. Replace or repair them prior to using the device. A badly worn burner sleeve 8c contributes to the reduction of speed, voltage and unclean separation. An indication for badly worn burner sleeve 8c is an extended or oversized nozzle opening. The external electrode 8d must not be recessed by more than 3.2mm . Replace it if it is more worn than the specifi ed dimension. If the protective cap is difficult to tighten, check the thread.

- Troubleshooting

PLEASE NOTE!

• When the trigger of the burner is pressed, the voltage required for cutting will build up inside the plasma cutter. If the power circuit is then closed, then the voltage which has built up will be discharged through the integrated spark gap. The electrical discharge which results from this within the device does not indicate a malfunction.

Faults Cause of	fault Troubleshooting
Indicator lamp does not lit up?	■ No electrical connection. ■ ON/OFF switch set to off.	■ Check whether the device is connected to the socket. ■ Set switch to ON.
Ventilator does not work?	■ Power line interrupted. ■ Power line ventilator faulty. ■ Ventilator faulty.	■ Check whether the device is connected to the socket.
Warning lamp switches on?	■ Overheating protection switched on. ■ Input voltage too high.	■ Allow device to cool down. ■ Input voltage according to type plate.
No output current?	■ Machine faulty. ■ Overvoltage protection activated.	■ Machine must be repaired. ■ Allow device to cool down.
Output current does not decrease?	■ Input voltage too low. ■ Connection cable cross-section too low.	■ Observe input voltage according to type plate.
Arc stops during cutting?	■ Cutting speed too low. ■ Plasma burner 8 is held too high and too far away from the material. ■ Plasma burner component parts are worn 8b, 8c, 8d, 8e. ■ Workpiece no longer connected to the grounding cable.	■ Increase the cutting speed until the problem no longer exists. ■ Lower the plasma burner 8 to the recommended height. ■ Check and replace worn parts. ■ Check the connections.
Insufficient Penetration?	■ Cutting speed too fast. ■ Burner sleeve 8c is not straight. ■ Metal is too thick. ■ Plasma burner component parts are worn 8b, 8c, 8d, 8e.	■ Slow down the working speed ■ Adjust the inclination. ■ Several cycles necessary. ■ Check and replace worn parts.
Air current cannot be regulated?	■ Compressed air hose damaged or faulty. ■ Valve/manometer fails.	■ New connection of the hose.
HF-arc is not created?	■ The burner switch is faulty. ■ Soldering point on the burner switch or plug loosened. ■ Valve/manometer fails.	■ Renew electrode.
Bad ignition?	■ Burner wear parts damaged or worn.	■ Change wear parts.
Plasma burner 8 is not ready for operation?	Current switch is switched off. Air transmission is restricted. Workpiece is not connected to the ground terminal.	Switch the current switch to "on". Another indication of this is a green fl ame. Check the air supply. Check the connections.
Sparks fly upwards, instead of down through the material?	Burner sleeve 8c does not penetrate the material. Burner sleeve 8c is too far away from the material. Apparently material was not grounded properly. Lifting speed is too quick.	Increase the current. Reduce the distance between the burner sleeve 8c and material. Check the connection for correct grounding. Reduce the speed.
Initial cut but not completely drilled through?	Potential connection problem.	Check all connections.
Slag formation on interfaces?	Tool/material creates heat. Cutting speed too low or current too high. Plasma burner component parts are worn 8b, 8c, 8d, 8e.	Allow the material to cool down and then continue cutting. Increase the speed and/or reduce the current until the slag has been reduced to a minimum. Check and replace worn parts.
Consumables wear quickly?	Performance was overstretched. Arc control time exceeded. Incorrect plasma burner assembly. Insuffcient air supply, pressure too low. Faulty air compressor.	Material too thick, increase the angle to avoid material from being blown back into the tip. Do not control the arc for more than 5 seconds. You can also start with contact between the burner sleeve 8c and metal or with a 3.2 mm distance to the metal. Check the air fi lter, increase the air pressure. Check the performance of the external air compressor and make sure the pressure is 4-4.5 bar.

- Maintenance and care

- Maintaining the burner

The parts displayed in Figure F are the electrode 8d, diffuser 8e and the burner sleeve 8c. They can be replaced once the nozzle clamping sleeve 8b has been unscrewed.
The electrode 8d must be replaced if there is a crater of approximately 1.5mm depth in the centre.

ATTENTION!

To pull the electrode out, do not apply irregular pressure, gradually increase pressure until the electrode comes out. Then insert the new electrode into the holder.
The torch sleeve 8c must be placed if the central bore is damaged or if it has expanded in comparison to a drilling of a new nozzle. If the electrode 8d or the burner sleeve 8c are replaced too late, this can result in an overheating of the parts. This can reduce the lift cycle of the diffuser 8e .

Once replaced, make sure the nozzle clamping sleeve 8b is tightened suffi cientsly.

ATTENTION!

The nozzle clamp sleeve 8b must only be screwed on to the burner 8 once it has been equipped with the electrode 8d, diffuser 8e and burner sleeve 8c.
If these parts are missing, the device may malfunction and it may create a hazard for the operating personnel.

- Maintenance

PLEASE NOTE!

The plasma cutter must be regularly maintained for perfect function and to comply with the safety requirements. Improper and wrong operation may cause failures and damage to the device. Have repairs only conducted by quali ed specialists.

Switch off the main power supply and the main switch of the device prior to carrying out maintenance or repair work on the plasma cutter.

Regularly clean the outside of the plasma cutter and its accessories. Use compressed air, cotton waste or a brush to remove dirt and dust.
In case of a defect or a necessary replacement of equipment parts, please contact the appropriate qualifi ed personnel.

Storage

If you will not be using the device for a while, protect it from dust by storing it in a clean and dry place.

Information about recycling and disposal

Don't throw away - recycle

Please return this device, accessories and packaging to your local recycling depot.

According to European Directive 2012/19/EU, used electrical devices must be collected separately for environmentally compatible recycling or recovery. Please return this device to an approved waste management company or use your municipal waste collection service. Please ensure you comply with local regulations. If you have any questions, please contact your local authority or waste management company.

EU Declaration of Conformity

We,

C.M.C. GmbH

Responsible for documentation:

Dr Christian Weyler

hereby take sole responsibility for declaring that the product

Plasma cutter with compressor PPSK 40 A1

IAN: 360432_2010

Year of manufacture: 34/21

Art.no.:2340

Model: PPSK 40 A1

meets the basic safety requirements as specified in the European Directives

EC Guideline on Electromagnetic Compatibility

2014/30/EU

RoHS Directive

2011/65/EU

EC low-voltage directive

2014/35/EU

and the amendments to these Directives.

The manufacturer will be solely responsible for the creation of the declaration of conformity.

The object of the declaration described above meets the requirements of Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8 June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

This conformity assessment is based on the following harmonised standards:

EN IEC 60974-1:2018 + A1:2019

EN 55011:2009+A1:2010

EN 61000-3-11:2000

EN 61000-3-12:2011

EN 60974-10:2014 + A1:2015

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Quality Assurance

- Warranty and service information

Warranty from Creative Marketing & Consulting GmbH

Dear Customer,

The warranty for this equipment is 3 years from the date of purchase. In the event of product defects, you have legal rights against the retailer of this product. Your statutory rights are not affected in any way by our warranty conditions, which are described below.

Warranty conditions

The warranty period begins on the date of purchase. Please retain the original sales receipt. This document is required as your proof of purchase.

Should this product show any defect in materials or manufacture within 3 years from the date of purchase, we will repair or replace it - at our discretion - free of charge.

This warranty service requires that you retain proof of purchase (sales receipt) for the defective device for the three year period and that you briefly explain in writing what the fault entails and when it occurred.

If the defect is covered by our warranty, we will repair and return your product or send you a replacement. The original warranty period is not extended when a device is repair or replaced.

Warranty period and statutory claims for defects

The warranty period is not extended by the guarantee. This also applies to replaced and repaired parts. Any damages or defects

detected at the time of purchase must be reported immediately after unpacking.

Any incidental repairs after the warranty period are subject to a fee.

- Extent of warranty

This device has been manufactured according to strict quality guidelines and carefully inspected before delivery.

The warranty applies to material and manufacturing defects only. This warranty does not extend to product parts, which are subject to normal wear and tear and can thus be regarded as consumable parts, or for damages to fragile parts, e.g. switches, rechargeable batteries or parts made from glass.

This warranty is voided if the product becomes damaged or is improperly used or maintained. For proper use of the product, all of the instructions given in the operating instructions must be followed precisely. If the operating instructions advise you or warn you against certain uses or actions, these must be avoided in all circumstances.

is not intended for commercial or trade use. The warranty becomes void in the event of misuse and improper use, use of force, and any work on the device that has not been carried out by our authorised service branch.

- Processing of warranty claims

To ensure prompt processing of your claim, please follow the instructions given below. Please retain proof of purchase and the article number (e.g. IAN) for all inquiries.

The product number can be found on the type plate, an engraving, the cover page of your instructions (bottom left), or the sticker on the back or underside of the device. In the event of malfunctions or other defects, please first contact our service department below by phone or email. If your product is found to be defective, you can then send your product with proof of purchase (till receipt) and a statement describing what the fault involves and when it occurred free of charge to the service address given.

Pleasednote:

Onwww.lidl-service.com you can download this and several other manuals, product videos and software.

With this QR code you can gain immediate access to the Lidl Service page (www.lidl-service.com) and you can open your operating instructions by entering the article number (IAN) 360432.

How to contact us:

GB, IE, NI, CY, MT

Name: C. M. C. GmbH

Website: www.cmc-creative.de

E-mail: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Registered office: Germany

IAN 360432_2010

Please note that the following address is not a service address. Please first contact the service point given above.

C.M.C.GmbH

Ordering spare parts

Dr. Christian Weyler

[e-mail]

[e-mail]

Telefon: [phone]

Dr. Christian Weyler

Site web: www.cmc-creative.de

E-mail: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]

Siège: Allemagne

IAN 360432_2010

Dr. Christian Weyler

Katharina-Loth-Str. 15

DE-66386 St. Ingbert

Duitsland

Dr. Christian Weyler

Katharina-Loth-Str. 15

DE-66386 St. Ingbert

Nemecko

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Tilstand of information: 04/2021

Ident.-No.: PPSK40A1042021-OS