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Step 10 of 12 · Ch 10, 8
10. First verified cut
Chapter 10 controlled cut — prove pierce, path, voltage, dimensions.
⚠ Caution — Dry test first
Use a dry test whenever a live arc is not required — plasma power off or torch-firing output safely disabled.
⚠ Caution — One change at a time
Record the starting condition, make one controlled change, and test again. Restore the original setting if the change did not help.
⚠ Safety — Hazardous voltage
Never touch THC arc-voltage terminals while energized. Raw plasma arc voltage can cause severe injury or death. Only a qualified person should connect arc-voltage wiring.
⚠ Safety — Never bypass safety circuits
Never bypass the emergency stop, limit circuit, charge pump, enclosure interlock, or protective earth to keep production running.
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