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SPEEDCUT 50

SPEEDCUT 50

SPEEDCUT 50 OPERATING MANUAL

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INTRODUCTION

1.0 Welcome

The SWS SPEEDCUT™ 50 is one of the highest quality and most affordable plasma systems on the Australian 

market for cutting and gouging of all conductive metals. Featuring pilot arc with auto ignition and automatic 

air regulation for optimum performance, you can now depend on a machine that cuts all day at its rated 

cutting capacity and to pack more punch when you need it most.

Latest Inverter Technology

Embedded microprocessor with Infineon 

components delivers ultimate durability and perfect 

cutting characteristics.

Revolutionary Digital Display

Large high visibility durable display allows easy 

viewing from a distance and continually provides 

you with necessary feedback for optimum cuts.

Smart Programming

The system programming tells you when it’s time 

to change consumables, let it cool if the duty cycle 

is reached and gives constant feedback with real 

time cutting amps displayed maintaining optimal 

performance and cut quality. 

Pilot Arc

With pilot arc, you benefit from being able to 

cut rusty and painted metals while significantly 

increasing consumable life.

Automatic Pilot Arc Restart

This feature gives you the ultimate in efficiency by 

automatically controlling the pilot arc when cutting 

expanded metal or multiple cuts. The pilot arc will 

switch on and off when cutting expanded metal 

and provides maximum performance when cutting 

thicker metal. You benefit from this with less hand 

fatigue and the best cutting performance.

Thermal Overload Protection

You can depend on your SWS machine to withstand 

harsh working conditions. Thermal overload 

protection will kick in once the 50% duty cycle 

limit is reached (40° C). Duty cycle will increase as 

environmental temperature decreases.

Highly Portable

Dependable IGBT inverter technology ensures a 

highly portable and lightweight unit weighing only 

11kg.

Meets the Highest Standards

Meets and exceeds the latest Australian, NZ and 

International electrical and electromagnetic 

compatibility standards. AS60974.1:2006, 

IEC60974.10, CE

Summary of Contents for SPEEDCUT 50

Page 1: ...PLASMA CUTTING SYSTEM Operating Manual WWW SWSWELDING COM AU SPEEDCUT 50 ...

Page 2: ... which we do business Our goal has always been to provide an outstanding product that not only stands out from the competition but also reflects the quality we strive for in every aspect of our business philosophy From our second to none customer service excellence to technical support we work hard at what we do so that you can too We know you will enjoy using this machine The SPEEDCUT 50 is manuf...

Page 3: ... damage due to a defective product is not covered under the warranty The warranty is void if changes are made to the product without approval of the manufacturer or if repairs are carried out using non approved spare parts The warranty is void if a non authorised agent carries out repairs Warranty Period The warranty is valid for 5 years from the date of purchase provided the machine is used withi...

Page 4: ...EIPT OF EQUIPMENT 6 4 0 Unboxing 6 4 0 INSTALLATION 7 5 0 Working Environment 7 5 0 5 1 Preliminary Checks 7 5 1 5 2 Machine Installation 7 5 2 PLASMA TORCH 8 6 0 Plasma Torch Parts 8 6 0 6 1 Consumables Wear 8 6 1 MACHINE OPERATION 9 7 0 Trigger 9 7 0 7 1 Operation 9 7 1 SERVICE 10 8 0 General Maintenance 10 8 0 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 9 0 Machine Codes 11 9 0 9 1 Other Troubleshooting 11 9 1 ...

Page 5: ...with real time cutting amps displayed maintaining optimal performance and cut quality Pilot Arc With pilot arc you benefit from being able to cut rusty and painted metals while significantly increasing consumable life Automatic Pilot Arc Restart This feature gives you the ultimate in efficiency by automatically controlling the pilot arc when cutting expanded metal or multiple cuts The pilot arc wi...

Page 6: ... Aerospace Agriculture Farming Building and Construction Home Repair Workshops Mild Steel Cutting Capacity 20mm in 320 Millimetres minute 25mm severance Stainless Steel Cutting Capacity 12mm in 380 Millimetres minute Aluminium Cutting Capacity 10mm in 380 Millimeters minute Input Voltage 1 Phase 230V 15 15 Amp Plug Input Hz 50 60 Hz Minimum Air Compressor Requirements 100 L m 60 psi Minimum Genera...

Page 7: ... an approved welding plasma cutting helmet and filter lens and wear protective clothing Protect bystanders with suitable screens or curtains FIRE HAZARD Sparks spatter can cause fires Make sure therefore that there are no flammable materials nearby NOISE Excessive noise can damage hearing Protect your ears Use ear muffs or other suitable hearing protection Warn all bystanders of the risk MALFUNCTI...

Page 8: ... of emergency stops The machines purpose Relevant safety precautions Arc welding and or hand held plasma cutting 2 The user must make sure that No unauthorized person in the vicinity of the working area of the equipment when it is used No person is unprotected when the arc is started 3 The workplace must Be suitable for the purpose Be free from weather 4 Personal safety equipment Always wear appro...

Page 9: ...hen using the equipment outdoors protect the machine from precipitation and direct sun light The working temperature environment should be kept within 15 C to 40 C Keep this machine as least 250mm away from walls Ensure the working environment is well ventilated with fan extraction when necessary 5 1 Preliminary Checks Always turn the machine on and let it perform boot cycle before connecting pres...

Page 10: ...le 15 Trigger Safety 16 Trigger 17 Joint 18 Cable Assembly 19 Electrode Spanner 20 6 Pin Central Adapter 6 1 Consumables Wear Worn torch consumables will cause poor cutting performance and will cause the ERROR Missing electrode or Nozzle code to display once exhausted The diagram below illustrates an excessively worn nozzle and electrode Consumables that are made for the torch model are to be used...

Page 11: ...ss the workpiece Adjust your speed so that sparks are coming from the backside of the metal If sparks are not visible at the bottom of the metal you are not penetrating the metal This can be caused by moving too fast insufficient amperage or too thick of material for the rated capacity At the end of the cut angle your torch past 90 degrees to completely sever the metal When cutting thinner materia...

Page 12: ...or boards Inspect the internal filter regulator filter for contamination remove and clean if needed NOTE Never use any alcohol based cleaners to clean filter or assembly use warm mildly soapy water to clean catchment and rinse throughly Replace filter if necessary Warning There is extremely dangerous voltage and power levels present inside this product Do not attempt to open or repair unless you a...

Page 13: ...perage to low 6 Mains power supply not sufficient Arc Extinguishes 1 Cutting speed to slow 2 Torch standoff too far from workpiece 3 Cutting current to high for workpiece 4 Ground working lead not connected 5 Worn torch consumables 6 Mains power supply not sufficient Excessive Slag 1 Cutting Speed to slow 2 Torch standoff too far 3 Worn torch consumables 4 Improper cutting Amperage Machine won t s...

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