Profax AEC 5000 - Manual (Page 4)

Operation and Use:
Air Carbon-Arc Cutting, by definition, is a method for cutting or gouging metal by melting it with an electric arc
and blowing away the molten metal with a high velocity jet of compressed air. This simple process reduces metal
removal time up to 75% over conventional flame cutting, grinding or chipping. The process is primarily physical
rather than chemical and is a proven way to cut, groove, bevel, scarf or pierce any metal. This process leaves a
bright, clean and slag free finish which usually requires no furthur preparation or cleanup.
Safety Warning:
Protect "yourself and others" read and understand all operation and safety instruction for the use of Arc Gouging
Torches. A red warning tag is attached to every PROFAX Arc Gouging Torch. The warning tag is to be removed by
the operator after the operator has read and understood all safety and operating information provided. The following
information is also provided on the warning tag.
READ AND UNDERSTAND
WARNING
"PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS"
Electric shock can cause injury or death. Breathing air carbon arc gouging fumes can harm your health and can
lead to disability. Arc rays and hot sparks can injure eyes and skin. Noise can damage hearing.
BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT
• Inspect equipment to make sure all safety features are in good working order
• Wear approved eye, ear, and body protection.
• Remove any and all combustible materials from the working area.
• Use enough ventilation and/or exhaust to keep fumes from the breathing zone. Keep your head out of the fumes.
• Use only compressed air—NEVER use oxygen.
• Be sure all other persons are clear of work area.
• Do not operate equipment with protective covers removed. Do not service or repair equipment with power on. Do not
touch exposed or frayed wires with power on. Do not service or repair equipment unless you are trained and qualified to
do so. “OBSERVE ALL SAFETY RULES."
• Be sure equipment is turned off when not in use.
• See ANSI 749.1 "Safety in Welding and Cutting" published by The American Welding Society, 550 Lejeune Road, Miami,
Florida 33135 or contact your employer, welding distributor, or manufacturer of this product.
Equipment & Selection Charts:
PROFAX offers five series of Arc Gouging Torches for all manual use of air carbon arc electrodes applications.
PROFAX torches come complete with a 7' swivel or non-swivel cable assembly. An ordinary welding power source
of sufficient size to produce the current needed is usually used.
Available Through Your Welding Supply Distributor
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