Tweco PAK 15XC - Manual (Page 48)

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4.6 HAND TORCH OPERATION
Figure 4-H Cutting with a Hand Torch
Be sure the operator is equipped with proper gloves,
clothing, eye and ear protection and that all precautions at
the front of this manual have been followed. Make sure no
part of the operator’s body comes in contact with the
workpiece when the torch switch is pressed.
WARNING
CAUTION
Plasma Cutting Operation
(Hand Torch)
The sparks from the cutting process can cause damage to
coated, painted or other surfaces such as glass, plastic, and
metal.
Do not interchange parts. Make sure both the tip and
electrode in the torch correspond with the plasma gas and
secondary being used. (See Section 4.3, Torch Parts Selec-
tion).
WARNING
Disconnect primary power to the system before
disassembling the torch, leads, or power supply.
Cutting with a Hand Torch 1. The hand torch should be held in both hands for mak-
ing long cuts. Choose the method that feels the most
comfortable and works the best. Use the thumb to
actuate the control switch on the torch handle.