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© 1998 Thermal Dynamics Corp., Printed in USA
Installation Instructions 5/21/99
Manual 0-2768
RPT Adapter Kit
Catalog # 7-3442
Installation Instructions
General Information
This Replacement Torch Adapter Kit is to be used to connect the Thermal Dynamics Plasma RPT Series Cutting Torch to the
following equipment:
SMITH SPC-30, 20-50 and 40-80
Parts Supplied
The following parts are included in this kit:
• Control Connector Plug with Connectors (1 ea)
• Adapter Fitting (1 ea)
• Pilot Adapter Fitting (1 ea)
Installation
Install the Adapter Kit per the following procedure:
1. Turn OFF the power supply.
2. Disconnect the main input power to the power supply.
3. Remove the existing torch from the power supply, removing
covers as required.
4. Place the Adapter Fitting provided into the Power Supply
torch power cable fitting (-) and tighten securely.
5. Connect the pilot wire (+) from the replacement torch to the
Power Supply Pilot Adapter Fitting with the screw provided
and tighten securely
6. Plug the Pilot Adapter Fitting into the Power Supply Pilot
Connection.
7. Connect the Negative/Plasma Lead from the replacement
torch to the Adapter Fitting. Slide the protective boot over
the lead connection.
8. Connect the Control Connector Plug (see NOTE), with two
connectors, to the two mating connectors on the replacement
torch leads.
9. Connect the Control Connector Plug to the Power Supply.
10. Reinstall any covers removed (see WARNING).
11. Install the proper torch consumables for the Power Supply amperage.
12. Reconnect main input power to the Power Supply and turn the unit ON.
13. Set air pressure to 60 - 70 psi (4.1 - 4.8 bar).
14. Test torch for proper operation.
NOTE
For Mechanized Systems refer to the
Torch Control Cable Wiring Diagram
on the last page of this Manual.
WARNING
Make sure that the Control Connector Plug
wires DO NOT contact the Adapter Fitting after
all leads are connected.
Torch Control
Connectors
Pilot Lead
Torch Lead Assembly
Negative/Plasma Lead
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Adapter Fitting
Control Connector
Plug with Connectors
To Power Supply
(-) Fitting
To Power Supply
Control Connector
To Power Supply
Pilot Connector
Pilot Adapter Fitting