Examine the connections between the system components

  1. Examine all hoses, cables, and leads for these conditions:
    • Scrapes, cuts, or holes
    • Chemical spills or burns
    • Kinks or bends
  2. Replace the hose, cable, or lead if you find signs of damage or kinks and bends.
    Note:

    Refer to the Parts List in the instruction manual that came with your cutting system.

  3. Examine all of the fittings that connect the hoses, cables, and leads: OptionDescription
    If you find loose connections Tighten loose connections, but do not tighten the connections too much.
    If you find signs of damage or excess wear Get a replacement hose, cable, or lead from Hypertherm®.
    Note:

    Individual fittings for external hoses, cables, and leads are not replaceable. If you find a problem with an integrated fitting, you must replace the entire hose, cable, or lead that comes with the integrated fitting.

  4. Make sure that the hoses, cables, and leads do not twist or kink during system operation and torch movement. Put the hoses, cables, and leads in different positions if necessary.