Troubleshooting for an RF communication fault (0-98-1)

An 0-98-1 fault code identifies a Radio Frequency (RF) communication failure between the Hypertherm® cartridge and the torch.

When this fault occurs, the Hypertherm cartridge is not sending data to the system, so the system cannot collect data about the Hypertherm cartridge. The problem can be with the Hypertherm cartridge or with the SmartSYNC® torch.

Fault codes and fault LEDs

Fault code Fault LEDs Torch LED Description Stops the system from operating?
0-98-1 The image shows the general fault Light Emitting Diode.

ON

The image shows the torch Light Emitting Diode illuminated yellow.

Yellow

An RF communication failure occurred between the Hypertherm cartridge and the torch. No. You can continue to cut or gouge, but you must set the output current (A) and the operating mode manually.

Corrective action for the Hypertherm cartridge (0-98-1)

  1. Make sure that the Hypertherm cartridge is installed correctly.
  2. Make sure that the green ring inside the Hypertherm cartridge is not broken.
    The images shows the green ring inside the Hypertherm cartridge.
  3. If you have a Hypertherm cartridge reader (528083), do a test to identify if the reader can pull data from the Hypertherm cartridge.
  4. Install a new Hypertherm cartridge.
  5. If a new Hypertherm cartridge does not remove the fault condition, have a qualified service technician examine the SmartSYNC torch for possible damage.

    Speak to your distributor or authorized repair facility.