Tweco GC-3000 Gas Control - Manual (Page 13)

Manual 0-2477 9 INTRODUCTION & DESCRIPTION
SECTION 2:
INTRODUCTION &
DESCRIPTION
2.01 Scope of Manual
This manual contains descriptions, operating instructions
and maintenance procedures for the GC3000 Gas Con-
trol Accessory. Service of this equipment is restricted to
properly trained personnel; unqualified personnel are
strictly cautioned against attempting repairs or adjust-
ments not covered in this manual, at the risk of voiding
the Warranty.
Read this manual thoroughly. A complete understand-
ing of the characteristics and capabilities of this equip-
ment will assure the dependable operation for which it
was designed.
2.02 General Description
The GC3000 Gas Control Accessory extends the neces-
sary system gas controls away from the power supply to
enable remote selection of Plasma and Secondary Gases.
The accessory is for use with standard machine torch sys-
tems. The unit consists of two front panel selector
switches, internal wiring and one rear panel connector.
The connection at the rear panel connects to the Power
Supply.
A-01123
PLASMA
SECONDARY
Water
Argon/Hydrogen
Air
Nitrogen
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Other
Air
Gas Contro
Figure 2-1 GC-3000 Gas Control
2.03 Specifications & Design
Features
The following applies to the Gas Control Assembly only.
1. System Compatiblility
The Gas Control Accessory was designed to be used
with the Merlin 3000 Plasma Cutting System
2. Front Panel Controls
PLASMA Gas Switch for Air, Oxygen, Nitrogen, or
Argon/Hydrogen
SECONDARY Gas Switch for Air, Nitrogen, Other, or
Water
3. Rear Panel Connection
Gas Control Interface Cable Connection
4. Dimensions (H xW xL)
2.62 x 12.12 x 10 inches (66 x 308 x 254 mm)
5. Weight
5 lbs (2.5 kg)