Inspect consumables -31, Part check for action – Hypertherm HD4070 Rev.1 User Manual
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OPERATION
HyPerformance HD4070
Instruction Manual
4-31
Inspect Consumables
Part
Check for
Action
Retaining cap
Nozzle
Swirl ring
Electrode
Center surface
Wear
O-rings
1. Damage
Replace electrode*
2. Lubricant
Apply a thin film of silicone lubricant if dry
*Note:
Always replace the nozzle and electrode as a set.
Damage
Replace swirl ring
Dirt or debris
Clean and check for damage, and replace swirl ring
if damaged
Gas holes
Blocked holes
Replace swirl ring
O-rings
1. Damage
Replace swirl ring
2. Lubricant
Apply a thin film of silicone lubricant if dry
Center hole
1. Must be round
Replace nozzle if hole is no longer round*
2. Signs of arcing
Replace nozzle*
O-rings
1. Damage
Replace nozzle*
2. Lubricant
Apply a thin film of silicone lubricant if dry
Erosion or missing material
Replace nozzle*
Blocked gas holes
Replace nozzle*
Erosion, missing material
Replace cap
Cracks
Replace cap
Burns
Replace cap
See
Inspect Electrode Pit Depth later
in this section