Tweco 300 Auto-Cut User Manual
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Manual 0-4817 Auto-Cut 300
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APPENDIX
Appendix 6: Remote Arc Starter Accessory Installation
Scope
These instructions cover the RAS-1000 Remote Arc Starter installation with the AutoCut
®
300 system.. Installation
and service of this equipment is restricted to properly trained personnel; unqualified personnel are strictly cautioned
against attempting repairs or adjustments not covered in this manual, at the risk of voiding the Warranty.
Read these instructions thoroughly. A complete understanding of the characteristics and capabilities of this equip-
ment will assure the dependable operation for which it was designed.
General Description
The Remote Arc Starter is for use with Thermal Dynamics AutoCut
®
300 and all UltraCut
®
Plasma Cutting Systems.
Do not use this device with any other equipment.
The Remote Arc Starter generates a high - frequency pulse to start a pilot arc for a Thermal Dynamics Plasma Cutting
Torch. The Remote Arc Starter includes a liquid cooled coil. The power supply circulates coolant through the Remote
Arc Starter and through the torch. A wire harness connected to the plasma power supply controls the operation of the
Remote Arc Starter.
Specifications
The following system layout shows the cables and leads needed to set up the RAS with the AutoCut
®
300 system.
K
Q
Work
Art # A-08342
Torch
Work Cable
P
O
Auto-Cut
Power Supply
Remote
Arc Starter
Pilot Return
Negative
Coolant Supply
Coolant Return
Control Cable
A
B
C
D
E
CNC
Controller
CNC Cable
Positioning
Tube
G: Torch Lead Set
- Coolant Supply
- Coolant Return
- Pilot Return
Ground Wire
F1
Gas Console
(GCM-1000
Ground Wire
F
Control Cable
Plasma and
Shield Hoses
(2)
R
S
Gas Hose
Adapter - Plasma
Gas Hose
Adapter - Shield
I*
J*
I* Plasma Lead to Torch 4’
J* Shield Lead to Torch 4’