Hot Max Torches PL-25 - Manual (Page 15)

Maintenance
KDAR Company
Checking and Replacing Outside Nozzle,
Tip, Air Diffuser and Electrode
1. Torch Handle
2. Outside Nozzle
3. Tip
4. Air Diffuser
5. Electrode
After 20 Hours of Operation
Remove Outside Nozzle (2), inspect for cracks and
replace if necessary.
Remove and check tip (3). Replace if the opening is
deformed or 50% oversized. If dirty but not deformed
or oversized the tip can be cleaned and used.
Check the electrode and replace if the center has a pit
that is more then 1/16” deep or has warn down more
then 1/16”.
Electric Shock Can Kill
 Do not touch live electrical parts of the electrode with skin or wet clothing.
 Insulate yourself from work and ground.
 Always wear insulated gloves and keep them dry.
Warning
Hot Parts Can Cause Serious Burns
 Do not touch hat parts without wearing protection.
 Allow the torch to cool sufficiently before working with parts that could potentially be
Plasma Arc Can Injure
 Turn off power source and unplug unit when dis-assembling torch handle or replacing com-
ponents of the torch.
 The heat from the plasma arc is very intense and forceful and can burn through protective
clothing and pierce skin causing serious burns
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