Swift-Cut Pro 2020 User Manual EN v1.3

SWIFT-CUT PRO 2020
PRO 1250
PRO 2500
PRO 3000
PRO 4000
USER MANUAL
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
August 2022
V1.3
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Process Name Pro 2020 User Manual Process No. N/A
Effective Date 13/01/2020 Date of Last 18/08/2022 Version No. 1.3
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Version History
Version Requested Revision Description of Change Author Approved
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0.1 01/12/19 Initial Draft JS
1.0 13/01/2020 First release JS AS
1.1 23/01/2020 Add downdraft layouts JS AS
1.2 09/05/2022 Correct model name front page + JS AM
noise emissions
1.3 18/08/2022 Add 4000 table detail JS CDC
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CONTENTS
1 Introduction .................................................................................................................. 5
2 Before you start ............................................................................................................ 5
Safety equipment ............................................................................................................... 5
Consumables ...................................................................................................................... 5
3 Safety ........................................................................................................................... 6
General ................................................................................................................................ 6
Risk areas ........................................................................................................................... 7
3.2.1 Moving assemblies ........................................................................................................ 7
3.2.2 Heavy components ........................................................................................................ 7
3.2.3 Safety shoes ................................................................................................................... 7
3.2.4 Eye protection ................................................................................................................ 8
3.2.5 Hot materials .................................................................................................................. 8
3.2.6 Electric shock ................................................................................................................. 8
3.2.7 Noise ............................................................................................................................... 8
3.2.8 Fire and explosion .......................................................................................................... 8
3.2.9 Automatic operation ...................................................................................................... 9
3.2.10 General warnings ........................................................................................................... 9
3.2.11 Equipment damage ........................................................................................................ 9
Useful information ............................................................................................................. 9
4 Equipment components .............................................................................................. 10
5 Software ..................................................................................................................... 11
Computer Aided Design ................................................................................................... 11
Computer Aided Manufacture ......................................................................................... 11
Computer Numerical Control........................................................................................... 11
6 Physical data .............................................................................................................. 12
7 Noise Emissions ......................................................................................................... 19
8 operation - Getting started .......................................................................................... 20
9 SwiftCAM application ................................................................................................. 23
10 SwiftCNC application .................................................................................................. 33
11 Additional Functions ................................................................................................... 37
Favourites ......................................................................................................................... 37
Sheet functions ................................................................................................................ 38
11.2.1 Sheet Alignment ........................................................................................................... 38
11.2.2 Sheet trim ..................................................................................................................... 39
11.2.3 Cutting box section ...................................................................................................... 41
11.2.4 Torch Height Control pane .......................................................................................... 42
11.2.5 Information fields ......................................................................................................... 43
Tool path tab .................................................................................................................... 44
12 Program Run Advanced screen ................................................................................... 45
Upper left hand pane ........................................................................................................ 45
12.1.1 G-Code tab .................................................................................................................... 46
12.1.2 Favourites tab .............................................................................................................. 47
12.1.3 Queue tab ..................................................................................................................... 48
12.1.4 MDI tab ......................................................................................................................... 49
G-Code Control pane ........................................................................................................ 49
Lower left hand pane ....................................................................................................... 50
12.3.1 Run tab.......................................................................................................................... 51
12.3.2 Jog tab .......................................................................................................................... 54
12.3.3 References tab ............................................................................................................. 55
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12.3.4 Feed Rate tab ............................................................................................................... 56
Program Control pane ...................................................................................................... 57
Go to Sheet Start button (Coordinates pane) ................................................................. 58
13 Additional information for operators ........................................................................... 59
Emergency stop reset ...................................................................................................... 59
Breakaway head activated ............................................................................................... 60
Shortcuts (any screen) ..................................................................................................... 60
13.3.1 Jog ................................................................................................................................ 60
13.3.2 Sheet functions ............................................................................................................ 61
Settings icon ..................................................................................................................... 61
CAM button ....................................................................................................................... 61
Manual control ................................................................................................................. 62
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1 INTRODUCTION
1. Thank you for purchasing the Swift-Cut Pro. To make sure that the equipment is used to its
full potential and in a safe and efficient manner, please make sure that all personnel who interact
with the Swift-Cut Pro have read this document and understand the information provided.
2. Please pay particular attention to the safety section (Section 3) and never operate the
machine unless it is safe to do so.
2 BEFORE YOU START
Safety equipment
1. Before using the Swift-Cut Pro, the following safety equipment must be available to all
personnel who are in the vicinity of the equipment:
1.1 Safety glasses. Appropriate eyewear must be worn when operating any equipment
that produces and electric arc. For the specification of eyewear to be worn, refer to the
documentation provided with the plasma source.
1.2 Safety shoes. All personnel involved with operation of the Swift-Cut Pro must wear
appropriate safety shoes to prevent foot injury.
1.3 Gloves. Hand protection must be worn by any personnel handling sheet metal.
1.4 Lifting equipment. Where required, appropriate lifting equipment must be available to
any personnel who are required to handle heavy items.
Consumables
1. Torch consumables must be available of the appropriate type for the material being cut.
2. For further information, refer to your plasma source manual or consult your local Swift-Cut
support contact for advice.
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3 SAFETY
General
1. It is vitally important to be fully conversant with all aspects of the operation of your Swift-Cut
Pro plasma cutting machine before operation.
2. Make sure that you have read this manual fully and understand all aspects of the machine
and the various operational functions it will perform.
3. It is the responsibility of the operating company to ensure that anyone operating, maintaining
or cleaning the machine has access to and fully understands this operator’s manual.
4. Any maintenance carried out on the Swift-Cut Pro must be conducted by Swift-Cut approved
personnel.
5. Operators of the machine must be fully trained by an authorised person who has had training
by Swift-Cut.
6. Make sure that the cutting cycle of the machine is fully understood before any operation takes
place. The cutting cycle must finish before the operator returns to the machine cutting area.
7. In addition to the safety equipment listed in Sub-Section 2.1, it is recommended that suitable
overalls are worn to ensure there are no articles of clothing that could be caught or trapped in the
machine.
8. There are a number of emergency stop buttons on the machine. These are provided to quickly
stop the machine in the case of an emergency.
9. Be specifically aware of the dangers of cutting aluminium materials when using a water table.
Aluminium deposits in the water from cutting will create hydrogen gas and must be removed to
ensure the gas does not build up. In exceptional circumstances, this could cause an explosion.
Contact Swift-Cut for the correct cutting procedure.
10. All current health and safety regulations and environmental protection rules must be
complied with at all times. This includes any water table contents/preservatives/cleaning agents
that are to be disposed of.
11. The water table should be cleaned weekly if no inhibitors are used and every three months if
anti-rust and anti-fungal solutions are used.
12. It is recommended that a 1500mm (59 inch) exclusion zone be put in place around the
machine to prevent un-authorised access while cutting.
13. Where other personnel may become exposed to the arc light (for example in a busy workshop
environment), it is also recommended that welding screens be positioned around the machine to
prevent any cutting arc rays being omitted from the area.
14. The operators control console should be positioned outside the exclusion zone and in an area
to prevent collision and damage to any persons from accidental knocks.
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15. All conduits, air lines and cables should be positioned around the machine (not in the walking
area) to avoid trip hazards.
Risk areas
1. Several areas of risk are associated with the Swift-Cut Pro. These are divided into two
categories:
1.1 Risk to personal safety. These are identified by the warning triangles described in Sub-
Sections 3.2.1 to 3.2.10 and will be accompanied by a description of the nature of the hazard
in red text.
1.2 Risk to equipment. These will be identified by the warning triangle described in Sub-
Section 3.2.11 and will be accompanied by a description of the nature of the hazard in black
text.
3.2.1 Moving assemblies
There are moving assemblies on the machine when it is in operation. These

are the X, Y and Z axis. They move rapidly and can trap body parts and
clothing, causing injury.
All personnel must maintain a safe distance from the machine while it is in
operation. Warning signs highlighting this hazard must be placed around
the area where the machine is located.
Components must only be removed when the machine has fully completed
its operating cycle and is at rest.
3.2.2 Heavy components
Some of the tasks associated with the installation and operation of the
Swift-Cut Pro require the handling of heavy items. Extreme caution must be
exercised when handling heavy components to remove the risk of injury. If
required, obtain assistance when handling heavy items.
Heavy items may require lifting equipment. In this instance, the operating
instructions for such equipment must be followed.
3.2.3 Safety shoes
Some of the tasks associated with the installation and operation of the
Swift-Cut Pro require the handling of heavy items. All personnel involved
with these processes must wear appropriate safety shoes to prevent foot
injury.
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3.2.4 Eye protection
Plasma cutting creates significant sparks in addition to debris from the

cutting process and splashing from the water table. Eye protection that
provides protection from these hazards must be worn.
Eye protection must also have side shielding.
Eye wear must also provide full protection from the effects of arc light.
Refer to the plasma source documentation for the correct type of eye
protection.
3.2.5 Hot materials
Plasma cutting creates significant heat in the material being worked. Cut
components can retain heat after the cutting process has finished.
Always wear suitable gloves when handling cut components and allow the
components to cool sufficiently before handling.
3.2.6 Electric shock
Electricity can cause serious injury or death.
The Swift-Cut Pro contains equipment that operates on, or produces high
voltage electricity. Never attempt to carry out any inspection or
maintenance whilst the machine is connected to its power supply.
3.2.7 Noise
Loud noise can cause permanent hearing loss. This may be gradual and not
immediately obvious.
The Swift-Cut Pro uses compressed air as part of the cutting process, which
produces a significant amount of noise. Appropriate ear protection must be
worn by any personnel in the vicinity of the equipment when it is operating.
3.2.8 Fire and explosion
The plasma arc and the sparks produced by the cutting process are sources
of ignition. All combustible materials must be stored at a safe distance
from the machine.
Cutting aluminium with a water table can result in the formation of

Hydrogen gas. Do not cut aluminium unless the gases can be eliminated.
Failure to remove trapped gases can cause an explosion.
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3.2.9 Automatic operation
Once programmed to cut components, the machine will make several

automatic movements without warning.
It is imperative that the person operating the machine is fully conversant

with the machine’s operating cycle.
All personnel must remain at a safe distance from the machine whilst it is
in operation. Failure to do so may result in injury.
Always ensure the machine has finished its cycle before any components
are removed.
3.2.10 General warnings
Some hazards may be non-specific where there is a general risk associated

with a particular task. In this instance, the exclamation mark symbol is
displayed with the associated text.
3.2.11 Equipment damage
Some activities associated with the Swift-Cut Pro may need to be

conducted with care to prevent damage to the machine, or to the
surrounding area.
Useful information
Some of the information contained in this manual is not mandatory but is
in the form of useful information that will be beneficial to the reader. In this
instance, it will in blue text and will be accompanied by a blue information
triangle.
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4 EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS
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Fig 1 Main Items
1. The main items of the Swift-Cut Pro are as follows (refer to Fig 1):
1.1 Operator’s console (Fig 1 (1)). The control station for operation of the Swift-Cut Pro.
Contains the operating software (refer to Sub-Section 5)
1.1.1 Display (Fig 1 (2)). Touch screen display for the Swift-Cut Pro operating
software.
1.1.2 Emergency Stop button (Fig 1 (3)). There are three emergency stop
switches, one located on the operators console and one at either end of the gantry.
Operation of any of these will result in the immediate stoppage of all cutting
processes. The switches must be reset by rotating the red button clockwise, before
the equipment can be operated again.
1.1.3 USB connector (Fig 1 (4)). A standard USB socket allowing the connection
of USB devices.
1.1.4 Control power button (Fig 1 (5)). Push button for starting the Swift-Cut Pro
operator’s console.
1.2 Removable splash guard (Fig 1 (6)). Provides a degree of protection from any water
disturbed by the cutting process.
1.3 Water table (Fig 1 (7)). Forms the dispersal media for any waste products of cutting.
1.4 Gantry Beam (Fig 1 (8)). Facilitates the movement of the torch head in the X and Y
axis.
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1.5 Cutting Head (Fig 1 (9)). Provides the mounting point for the torch and associated
components. The torch has an anti-collision “breakaway” head which (when activated),
prevents movement in all axes and breaks the signal to the torch, preventing any cutting or
movement should a collision occur between the torch and the work piece.
1.6 Adjustable feet (Fig 1 (10)). Supporting feet for the table. There are eight on Pro 1250,
2500 and 3000 tables and 12 on Pro 4000 total which require levelling during installation.
1.7 Table lifting points (Fig 1 (11 and 12)). Pockets in the structure of the table, providing
access points for the forks of a forklift truck. Front fork pockets on 1250, 2500 and 3000 only.
5 SOFTWARE
Computer Aided Design

1. Computer Aided Design (CAD) software is the type of design application that is used to create
the shape for cutting. The shape created will represent the item that is to be cut, rather than the
path the torch will take. There are numerous CAD applications available for creating suitable
drawing files. Drawings must be saved as .DXF or .DWG files.
Computer Aided Manufacture

1. The SwiftCAM application is the Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM) software that is used
to convert each drawing into G-Code. G-Code is the machine code that will be used to instruct the
torch to follow a logical path when cutting. SwiftCAM will import any .DXF or .DWG file and can
enable the nesting of parts so that the material being cut is used in the most efficient manner.
Other files may be imported and for further information, contact your local Swift-Cut support
office.
2. When a nest has been created it is output to a .TAP file format which the SwiftCNC application
can understand and process.
Computer Numerical Control
1. SwiftCNC is the Computer Numerical Control (CNC) software that controls the machine. The
.TAP file which contains the “cut path” data is loaded and runs through this application.
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6 PHYSICAL DATA
Pro 1250x1250 (4’x4’) Water Table Layout
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Pro 1250x1250 (4’x4’) Downdraft Layout
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7 NOISE EMISSIONS
Test Equipment: Amprobe SM-10 – Serial number: 16121292
Test Readings:
TABLE ONLY – NO PLASMA SOURCE
Readings taken with the X and Y axis moving together at maximum travel speed (20m/min)
• For noise emissions with a plasma source, refer to the plasma source manufacturer’s
data.
68dB(A)
1m – 64dB(A)
2m – 58dB(A)
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8 OPERATION - GETTING STARTED
1. Before operating the Swift-Cut Pro, please make sure that the following hazard information
is read and understood by all personnel who are involved with its operation.
WARNING
MOVING PARTS. THERE ARE MOVING PARTS ON THE SWIFT-CUT PRO WHEN THE
EQUIPMENT IS IN OPERATION. THESE INCLUDE THE X, Y AND Z AXIS. THESE ITEMS
MAY MOVE QUICKLY AND COULD TRAP BODY PARTS OR CLOTHING AND CAUSE
INJURY. MAKE SURE THAT NO PERSONNEL ARE IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF
THE EQUIPMENT WHEN IT IS OPERATING. ONLY WHEN THE MACHINE HAS FULLY
COMPLETED THE OPERATING CYCLE CAN THE SAFE REMOVAL OF COMPONENTS
BE CARRIED OUT.
WARNING
SAFETY SHOES. ALL PERSONNEL INVOLVED WITH THE INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION OF THE SWIFT-CUT PRO MUST WEAR APPROPRIATE SAFETY SHOES
TO PREVENT FOOT INJURY.
WARNING
ARC FLASH. THE SWIFT-CUT PRO PRODUCES AN ELECTRIC ARC WHEN
OPERATING. THIS WILL PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE EYES IF VIEWED WITHOUT
PROTECTION. ALWAYS WEAR THE CORRECT PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
(PPE) AS RECOMMENDED IN THE PLASMA SOURCE DOCUMENTATION, BEFORE
STARTING THE PROCESS.
WARNING
EAR PROTECTION. THE SWIFT-CUT PRO USES COMPRESSED AIR AS PART OF THE
CUTTING PROCESS, WHICH PRODUCES A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF NOISE.
APPROPRIATE EAR PROTECTION MUST BE WORN BY ANY PERSONNEL IN THE
VICINITY OF THE EQUIPMENT WHILST IT IS IN OPERATION.
WARNING
MOVING PARTS. DURING OPERATION, THE MACHINE WILL MAKE AUTOMATIC
MOVEMENTS WITHOUT WARNING. ALL PERSONNEL MUST REMAIN AT A SAFE
DISTANCE FROM THE MACHINE WHILST IT IS IN OPERATION. FAILURE TO DO SO
MAY RESULT IN INJURY.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE. THE PLASMA ARC AND THE SPARKS PRODUCED BY THE CUTTING
PROCESS ARE SOURCES OF IGNITION. ALL COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS MUST BE
STORED AT A SAFE DISTANCE FROM THE MACHINE.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES. PLASMA CUTTING CREATES SIGNIFICANT HEAT IN THE MATERIAL
BEING WORKED. CUT COMPONENTS CAN RETAIN HEAT AFTER THE CUTTING
PROCESS HAS FINISHED. ALWAYS WEAR SUITABLE GLOVES WHEN HANDLING CUT
COMPONENTS AND ALLOW THE COMPONENTS TO COOL SUFFICIENTLY BEFORE
HANDLING.
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WARNING
HEAVY ITEMS. EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE EXERCISED WHEN HANDLING HEAVY
COMPONENTS TO REMOVE THE RISK OF INJURY. IF REQUIRED, OBTAIN
ASSISTANCE WHEN HANDLING HEAVY ITEMS.
HEAVY ITEMS MAY REQUIRE LIFTING EQUIPMENT. IN THIS INSTANCE, THE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUCH EQUIPMENT MUST BE FOLLOWED.
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1. Switch on the external power supply to the Swift-Cut Pro. The power light (Fig 2 (1)) on the
control cabinet will illuminate, indicating that power has been supplied to the control box.
2. Switch the Swift-Cut Pro power on at the control cabinet using the Machine On/Off switch
(Fig 2 (2)).
Fig 2 Control cabinet
3. Press the CNC power control button (Error! Reference source not found. (1)) located on the o
perator’s console to start the console.
Fig 3 Operator's Console
4. Switch the air compressor on (refer to the air compressor documentation).
5. Switch the plasma source on:
5.1 Check for any error codes or warning indicators on the plasma source control panel
(refer to the plasma source documentation).
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9 SWIFTCAM APPLICATION
1. To use the SwiftCAM application proceed as follows:
1.1 From the desktop of the operator’s console screen, start the SwiftCAM application
(double-click the SwiftCAM icon). Once the application has loaded, it will display the home
page (Fig 4).
Fig 4 SwiftCAM application (home screen)
1.2 Select the ‘New job’ tab. This opens the new job setup screen (Fig 5).
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Fig 5 New job setup
1.3 Add the following criteria:
1.3.1 Add classification: creates a folder for the job.
1.3.2 Job name: choose a name that will identify the job.
1.3.3 Sheet dimensions (mm): the specific dimensions (length (x) and width (y))
of the sheet of metal that is to be worked.
1.3.4 Type of material: Aluminium, mild steel or stainless steel.
1.3.5 Thickness: The thickness of the sheet of metal that is to be worked.
1.3.6 Trim values: this can be left as default.
1.3.7 Part spacing: this can be left as default.
1.4 Press the OK button.
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1.5 On the File tab of the New Job screen, navigate to the location of the dxf/dwg file that
is to be used for the task (Fig 6 shows an example).
Fig 6 Selecting the file to import
1.6 Press the Add button (located at the bottom of the screen).
1.7 If using a USB stick to load drawings and this has been inserted after console has
been started, locate three dots on left-hand screen and click to reveal files on USB stick.
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1.8 If tailoring of a layer is required, use check boxes on left hand side to select the
layer(s) to import and select the “working type” for each layer using the drop-down menu
(refer to Fig 7).
Fig 7 Working type menu
1.9 The working types are as follows (refer to Fig 8):
1.9.1 Cut (Blue): Cuts out the marked areas.
1.9.2 Marking (Green): Marks the selected area is available.
1.9.3 Centre piercing (Red): Makes a small mark for drilling position.
1.9.4 Ignore (Grey): Ignores sections of the drawing data.
1.10 When the working type for each layer has been selected, press the Next button (lower
right-hand side).
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Fig 8 Selecting working type
1.11 In the subsequent screen, fill in all of the fields (Fig 9). Some fields will be
automatically populated. This is the information that the part will get saved in the parts library.
Fig 9 Part data screen
1.12 Press the Save button.
1.13 Add the quantity using the +/- buttons (Fig 10), then press the OK button.
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Fig 10 Adding quantity
1.14 The drawing will now be added to the Job Library (current task) and the Part Library
(which can be recalled later). Fig 11 shows the Parts tab of the New Job screen showing the
Part Library and the Job Library panes.
Fig 11 Job Library and Part Library
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1.15 On the Parametrics tab of the New Job screen, select the required shape and press
the Add button.
1.16 The parameters screen will be displayed (Fig 12).
Fig 12 Parametric screen
1.17 To adjust the parameters (if required), use the -/+ buttons to change values. This will
adjust the shape.
1.18 Press the OK button. The Working Type screen will open, where any adjustments can
be made (refer to Paragraphs 1.8 to 1.10 of this sub-section).
1.19 When all of the required parts are in the job library, press the Next button.
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1.20 The Nesting screen (Fig 13) will open.
Fig 13 Nesting screen
1.21 The part thumbnail (in the ‘Job Library’ column) contains two numbers:
1.21.1 The quantity to be cut (in Fig 13 this is shown as 4).
1.21.2 The quantity currently nested (in Fig 13 this is shown as 0).
1.22 The nest preview screen (on the left hand side of Fig 13) shows the following detail:
1.22.1 The Swift-Cut Pro table outline (in yellow).
1.22.2 The outline of the material being worked (in green).
1.22.3 The trim value (in purple).
1.23 The advanced version will automatically nest the parts. For the standard version, to
add the shape to the nest preview proceed as follows:
1.23.1 Select the shape.
1.23.2 Press the Place button (Fig 13 (1)). The shape will be added to the bottom
left of the nest preview.
1.23.3 Repeat Paragraphs 1.23.1 and 1.23.2 of this sub-section, until all parts have
been added to the preview.
1.23.4 Press the Next button.
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1.24 The Technology screen (Fig 14) will now open.
Fig 14 Technology screen
1.25 The Technology screen shows the torch start position as a datum symbol. It also
shows the torch path, lead-ins and lead-outs which are automatically generated. The outline
colours shown on the technology preview screen have the same properties as the nest
preview screen (refer to Paragraph 1.22 of this sub-section).
1.26 Press the Next button.
1.27 The G-Code preview screen (Fig 15) will now open.
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Fig 15 G-Code preview screen
1.28 The job report (Fig 16) will automatically be displayed for printing, if required.
Fig 16 Job report
1.28.1 Your G-Code is now generated.
1.29 Press the Next button.
1.30 The cutting simulation screen (Fig 17) will then open where an animation of the cut
process can be viewed if required.
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Fig 17 Cutting simulation screen
2. Proceed to the SwiftCNC application (refer to Sub-Section 10).
10 SWIFTCNC APPLICATION
1. To use the SwiftCNC application proceed as follows:
1.1 Open the SwiftCNC application (double-click the SwiftCNC desktop icon). The
application opens with the Program Run Basic. Fig 18 shows the Program Run Basic screen
(Fig 18 (1)).
Fig 18 SwiftCNC Program Run Basic screen
1.2 Press the Machine Enable button (Fig 18(2)).
1.3 Press the Reference All button (Fig 18 (3)). This homes the machine to the rear right
corner. This must be done prior to completing any other operation.
1.4 The torch will move to the home position.
INFORMATION
MAKE SURE THAT ALL EMERGENCY STOPS ARE NOT ENGAGED.
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1.5 The X, Y and Z axis reference indicators (Fig 19 (1), (2) and (3)) will illuminate green
once the reference operation is completed. If not lit, will need to re-reference the table.
Fig 19 X, Y and Z axis illuminated
1.6 Place the material onto the cutting table.
1.7 If required, change the torch consumable according to job report (Fig 16) as follows.
1.7.1 Press the Consumables Change button (Fig 19 (4)).
1.7.2 The torch head will move to the front of the machine.
1.7.3 Isolate the plasma source power supply (refer to the plasma source
documentation).
1.7.4 Change the consumables according to the plasma source documentation.
1.7.5 Power up the plasma source.
1.8 Using the on-screen jog control, move the torch to the bottom left hand corner of the
material.
1.9 The laser cross hairs can be used as an aid to aligning the torch.
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1.10 When in position, press the Zero XY button (Fig 20 (1)) to set the start position.
Fig 20 Zero XY button
1.11 Press the Load G-Code button (Fig 20 (2)).
1.12 Navigate to the location of the job .tap file and select the file: C:/CNC
files/classification/jobname.
1.13 The file loads and is displayed in the tool path display (Fig 21 (1)).
Fig 21 Tool path display
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1.14 Pressing the Dry Run button (Fig 22 (1)) allows the job to be previewed without cutting
taking place.
Fig 22 Dry run
1.14.1 Press the Run G-Code button (Fig 22 (2)) to execute a dry run.
1.14.2 The dry run can be stopped anytime by pressing the Stop button
(Fig 22 (3)).
1.14.3 De-select the Dry Run button (Fig 22 (1)) to switch off the dry run.
1.15 Press the Go to Zero button (Fig 22 (4)) to return to the start position selected earlier.
1.16 Press re-wind G-Code button (Fig 22 (6)) to re-wind the G-Code to the start.
1.17 Press the Run G-Code button (Fig 22 (2)) to activate the cutting process again. The
process can be halted at any time by pressing the Stop button (Fig 22 (3)).
WARNING
THE STOP BUTTON ON THE SWIFTCNC SCREEN IS NOT AN EMERGENCY STOP
BUTTON. ITS USAGE WILL BRING THE MACHINE PROCESS TO A CONTROLLED
STOP. IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, PRESS ANY OF THE EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCHES LOCATED ON THE OPERATOR’S CONSOLE OR AT EITHER END OF THE
GANTRY TO IMMEDIATELY STOP THE MACHINE.
1.18 After cutting is finished, jog the torch away from the material, or press the Park button
(Fig 22 (5)).
2. This is the end of the cutting process.
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11 ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Favourites
1. The Favourites pane is used to save commonly accessed .tap files for recall later. To add a
file to favourites, proceed as follows:
1.1 Load G-Code file and then press Add to favourites button (Fig 23 (1)).
Fig 23 Adding files to favourites
1.2 Rename the file as required (Fig 23 (2)).
1.3 Select the order in which the file will appear in the list of favourites (Fig 23 (3)).
1.4 Press the Add Favourite button (Fig 23 (4)).
1.5 To recall a favourite, press the appropriate number in the favourites list (Fig 23 (5)).
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Sheet functions
11.2.1 Sheet Alignment
1. The sheet alignment function can be used to align the tool path with material that has been
placed on the cutting bed at an angle.
2. To align a sheet, proceed as follows:
2.1 Select the Sheet Functions tab (Fig 24 (1)).
Fig 24 Sheet functions
2.2 Jog the torch axis (crosshairs) to the bottom left hand corner of the material. Use the
Slow jog speed (Fig 24 (2)) if required, to assist alignment.
2.3 Press the Set Point 1 button (Fig 24 (3)). A message box confirms that the sheet align
point has been recorded.
2.4 Jog the torch axis (crosshairs) to the bottom right hand corner of the material. Use
the Slow jog speed (Fig 24 (2)) if required, to assist alignment.
2.5 Press the Set Point 2 button (Fig 24 (4)). A message box confirms that the sheet align
point has been recorded.
2.6 Press the Align button to set sheet alignment (Fig 24 (5)).
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2.7 The Sheet Align Active indicator (Fig 25 (1)) flashes orange to show that sheet
alignment is active.
Fig 25 Sheet alignment active
2.8 Pressing the Clear button (Fig 25 (2)) de-activates sheet alignment. Sheet alignment
will remain active until cleared.
11.2.2 Sheet trim
1. The Sheet Trim function (Fig 24 (6)) can be used to cut a sheet into two sections or to remove
scrap sections of material. To use this function, proceed as follows:
1.1 Jog the torch above the material to be trimmed and select the ‘Zero Z’ button.
1.2 On the Sheet Functions tab select between 2 Point or 3 Point trim mode.
1.3 Jog the torch to the trim start point. The centre of the torch must be positioned just
off the sheet.
1.4 Select ‘Set Point 1’
1.5 Jog the torch to the second position
1.6 Select ‘Set Point 2’
1.7 If 3 Point mode is selected, jog the torch to the third position and select ‘Set Point 3’
1.8 When setting the last position of the trim operation ensure the torch is clear of the
sheet for complete severance.
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1.9 The set positions can be returned to by selecting the ‘Go to’ button for each point. The
position can then be refined and overwritten by selecting the respective ‘Set Point’ button.
1.10 Open the consumable drop-down menu (Fig 24 (7)) and select the consumable that
will be used for the trim operation.
1.11 Populate the cut parameter fields below the consumable drop-down according to the
consumables used, material type and material thickness being cut. Refer to the cut charts in
the plasma sources documentation.
1.12 Torch Height Control can be turned on or off using the ‘THC On/Off’ button (Fig 24
(8)).
1.13 Press the ‘Run Sheet Trim’ button (Fig 24 (9)) to start the trim process.
1.14 The process can be halted at any time by pressing the ‘Stop’ button.
WARNING
THE STOP BUTTON ON THE SWIFTCNC SCREEN IS NOT AN EMERGENCY STOP
BUTTON. ITS USAGE WILL BRING THE MACHINE PROCESS TO A CONTROLLED
STOP. IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, PRESS ANY OF THE EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCHES LOCATED ON THE OPERATOR’S CONSOLE OR AT EITHER END OF THE
GANTRY TO IMMEDIATELY STOP THE MACHINE.
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11.2.3 Cutting box section
1. Maximum box section that can be cut is 100mm (4 inch).
2. To cut a box section, proceed as follows:
2.1 Press the Disable Soft Sense button (Fig 26 (1)).
Fig 26 Cutting box sections
2.2 Jog the torch to the start position.
2.3 Press the Zero XY button (Fig 26 (2)).
2.4 Jog the Z axis downwards using the Z- button (Fig 26 (3)) until the tip of the torch is
touching the box section.
2.5 Press the Zero Z button (Fig 26 (4)).
2.6 Jog the Z axis up slightly using the Z+ button (Fig 26 (5)) to give clearance.
2.7 Press the Run G-Code button (Fig 26 (6)).
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11.2.4 Torch Height Control pane
1. The Torch Height Control tab (Fig 27) has the following features:
1.1 THC On/Off - Disables torch height control.
INFORMATION
THE THC ON BUTTON DOES NOT AUTO-RESET WHEN NEW FILES ARE LOADED.
1.2 Torch On - Torch is running.
1.3 Arc Ok - Arc has been established between the torch and workpiece.
1.4 THC Up - Shows when the Z-axis is correcting upwards.
1.5 THC Down - Shows when the Z-axis is correcting downwards.
Fig 27 Torch height control
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11.2.5 Information fields
1. System information is displayed in various information fields on the screen (Fig 28). The
information provided consists of the following:
1.1 Cycle time (Fig 28 (1)) - Shows the current elapsed cutting time.
1.2 Current file (Fig 28 (2)) - Shows the current tap file.
1.3 Line (Fig 28 (3)) - Shows which line of G-Code is currently being executed.
1.4 Powermax error (Fig 28 (4)) - Displays any error codes from the plasma source.
1.5 Message (Fig 28 (5)) - General information messages.
Fig 28 System information
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Tool path tab
1. The tool path tab (Fig 29 (1)) allows the operator to view the tool path and associated
controls.
Fig 29 Tool path screen
2. The tool path tab shows the following lines, with corresponding functions:
2.1 Yellow line: Machine table limits.
2.2 Green lines and arcs: Tool path.
2.3 Purple: Torch rapid movements.
2.4 Red axis lines: Axis position (lines meet at the torch position).
2.5 White line: Past movement of torch.
3. The Pan button (Fig 29 (2)), when selected, allows the view of the tool path screen to be
panned using the touch screen. Alternatively, the same can be achieved by pressing both mouse
buttons.
4. The Zoom button (Fig 29 (3)) provides a zoom function for the tool path screen using the
scroll wheel. Alternatively, the same can be achieved by pressing the right mouse button and then
dragging the pointer across the screen.
5. To reset tool path view, double-click the left mouse button, or double tap the touch screen.
6. The Sheet Align Active indicator (Fig 29 (4)) illuminates orange when sheet align is active.
This is useful if not on the sheet function tab.
7. The Clear button (Fig 29 (5)) de-activates sheet align.
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8. The Set Torch Offset button (Fig 29 (6)) is used to set the torch offset during the
commissioning phase.
12 PROGRAM RUN ADVANCED SCREEN

1. The Program Run Advanced screen (Fig 30) offers additional functionality over the Program
Run Basic screen.
Fig 30 Advanced screen
Upper left hand pane

1. The pane on the left hand side (Fig 31) displays four different tabs as follows:
1.1 G-Code (Fig 31 (1)). Refer to Sub-Section 12.1.1.
1.2 Favourites (Fig 31 (2)). Refer to Sub-Section 12.1.2.
1.3 Queue (Fig 31 (3)). Refer to Sub-Section 12.1.3.
1.4 MDI (Manual Data Input) (Fig 31 (4)). Refer to Sub-Section 12.1.4.
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Fig 31 G-Code pane tabs
12.1.1 G-Code tab
1. The G-Code tab (Fig 32 (1)) shows the lines of G-Code that form the actions that will be
undertaken during the cutting process. Each line is highlighted when it is being executed.
2. Double-clicking a line will display the line number.
Fig 32 G-Code browser button
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3. To use the G-Code browser, proceed as follows:
3.1 Select the part. If this is not the first part in sequence, all previous parts will be
coloured white on tool path screen.
3.2 Press the Start from Here button (Fig 32 (2)).
3.3 Press the Run G-Code button (Fig 33 (1)).
3.4 Operation will start at the selected point.
Fig 33 Run G-Code
12.1.2 Favourites tab
1. The Favourites tab has the same functionality as the Program Run Basic screen (refer to Sub-
Section 11.1).
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12.1.3 Queue tab
1. The queue function allows selection of multiple .tap files, it can queue up to five .tap files for
quick loading (Fig 34).
Fig 34 Queue tab
2. To use the queue function, proceed as follows:
2.1 Press the Add to Queue button (Fig 34 (1)).
2.2 Navigate to the .tap file location.
2.3 Select single or multiple (up to five) files.
2.4 Press the Open button.
2.5 The queue is populated with the selected files.
2.6 Select the Load button (Fig 34 (2)) to individually load each file.
2.7 Use the Load from Queue buttons (Fig 34 (3)) to load all files in sequence within the
queue.
2.8 Use the buttons with an X symbol (Fig 34 (4)) to clear individual files from the queue.
2.9 Pressing the X button a second time will re-sequence the queue, removing the blank
space.
2.10 A single file can be loaded in a field if there is a free space, or if one file is removed
from the queue.
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2.11 The Clear All button (Fig 34 (5)), removes all files from the queue.
2.12 The Show Path check box (Fig 34 (6)), shows the file location on the hard drive.
12.1.4 MDI tab
1. The MDI (Manual Data Input) tab is used for the input of G-Code commands from keyboard
(Fig 35 (1)).
Fig 35 MDI tab
CAUTION
MANUAL DATA INPUT (MDI) MUST ONLY BE USED BY PERSONNEL WITH AN
UNDERSTANDING OF G-CODE. INPUTTING INCORRECT CODE MAY RESULT IN
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE OR DAMAGE TO THE MATERIAL BEING WORKED.
2. To execute entered code, press the Run MDI button (Fig 35 (2)) on the program control pane.
G-Code Control pane
1. The G-Code Control pane (Fig 36) has six buttons:
1.1 The Load G-Code button is used to load the required .tap file(s). Press the
Load G-Code button, then navigate to the location of the .tap file(s).
1.2 The Load from Queue button allows the loading of G-Code files from the Queue tab.
1.3 The Edit G-Code button provides the facility to edit the currently loaded G-Code in an
editor. When the G-Code has been edited, close the editor to automatically reload the file.
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CAUTION
THE EDITING OF G-CODE MUST ONLY BE CONDUCTED BY PERSONNEL WITH AN
UNDERSTANDING OF G-CODE. INPUTTING INCORRECT CODE MAY RESULT IN
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE OR DAMAGE TO THE MATERIAL BEING WORKED.
1.4 The Close G-Code button closes the current G-Code.
1.5 The Rewind G-Code button sets the G-Code to its start point.
1.6 The G-Code browser button opens the G-Code browser dialogue. This shows the parts
in the G-Code file. Selecting each part will show the working types. This can be used for
starting the operation in a specific area.
Fig 36 G-Code Control pane
Lower left hand pane
1. The lower left hand pane includes four different tabs including Run (Fig 37 (1)), Jog
(Fig 37 (2)), References (Fig 37 (3)) and Feed Rate (Fig 37 (4)).
Fig 37 Run tab pane
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12.3.1 Run tab
12.3.1.1 Torch Height Control pane
1. The THC Mode button switches between auto voltage and preset voltage:
1.1 Auto (Fig 38): The torch voltage is measured and set as the target voltage.
Fig 38 Torch Height Control pane - THC Mode - Auto
1.2 Preset (Fig 39): The target voltage is set using the value in the G-Code file. The Target
voltage can be adjusted using +/- and reset keys, to adjust the cut height whilst cutting.
Fig 39 Torch Height Control pane - THC Mode - Preset
1.3 The four indicators in the Torch Height Control pane provide the following
information:
1.3.1 Torch On - Torch is running.
1.3.2 Arc Ok - Arc has been established between the torch and workpiece.
1.3.3 THC Up - Shows when the Z-axis is correcting upwards.
1.3.4 THC Down - Shows when the Z-axis is correcting downwards.
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12.3.1.2 Zero Offsets pane
1. The Zero offsets (Fig 40) are used to offset the tool path by the values entered when the Zero
X, Zero Y, or Zero XY buttons are pressed.
Fig 40 Zero Offsets pane
2. Values are entered into the X and Y fields (Fig 40).
3. Pressing the Zero X and/or Zero Y buttons on the Coordinates pane will set the zero offset.
Pressing the Zero XY button will set both.
4. The torch will start from adjusted coordinates.
5. Example: to cut a circle using the torch position as the centre of the circle:
5.1 Create the G-Code for the circle.
5.2 In the X and Y offset fields enter the radius of the circle plus the trim value entered in
the New Job setup screen.
5.3 Jog the torch to the position the circle of the circle should be.
5.4 Select Zero XY button.
5.5 The tool path display will show the offset G-Code (Fig 41).
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Fig 41 Offset- G-Code
12.3.1.3 Cut Recovery button
1. The Cut Recovery button (Fig 42 (1)) is used for restarting from a specific point. To use the
Cut Recovery button, proceed as follows:
Fig 42 Cut Recovery button
1.1 Jog to the required start point using the crosshairs as an aid. This must be a position
up to 5mm behind the previous cut and 5mm either side (these are the maximum values).
1.2 Press ‘Zero Z’ to sense the height of the sheet at the start position.
1.3 Jog the Z axis to the correct cut height for the current job. This can be found at the
top of the G-Code file e.g. #120=1.5 (Cut Height).
1.4 Press the Cut Recovery button (Fig 42 (1)). The torch will automatically position itself
on the nearest point on the toolpath.
INFORMATION
DO NOT POSITION TORCH ON RAPID MOVEMENT LINES.
1.5 The Cut Recovery Start button will become enabled (indicator will flash yellow)
(Fig 43 (1)).
1.6 Press the Cut Recovery Start button to restart the cut.
1.7 To cancel the cut recovery process, press the blue Reset button on the Program
Control pane.
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Fig 43 Cut Recovery activated
12.3.1.4 Tool Information pane
1. The Tool Information pane (Fig 44) shows the tool selected by the G-Code file.
Fig 44 Tool Information pane
12.3.2 Jog tab
1. The Jog tab (Fig 45) can be used to set the jog rate as a percentage of maximum speed.
2. The Jog Mode button toggles between Continuous and Incremental.
3. In incremental mode, the incremental +/- keys become active and can provide adjustment of
the increment value.
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Fig 45 Jog tab
12.3.3 References tab
1. The References tab (Fig 46) is used for accessing a known start position, for example when
executing a repeat process. To set a reference position (1-5), proceed as follows:
1.1 Jog the torch to required point.
1.2 Press the Set button.
1.3 Assign a name to the reference position.
1.4 To use press the Go To button, then Zero XY in the coordinates pane to set as the
start position.
Fig 46 References tab
12.3.3.1 Last XY Position
1. Last XY Position contains a record of the last location the torch was at when the Zero XY
button was used. It can be used to recall the zero position, for example in the event of a machine
re-start.
2. Press the Go To button (larger button), then press the Zero XY button on the coordinates
pane.
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12.3.4 Feed Rate tab
CAUTION
FEED RATE WILL HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE QUALITY OF WORK. IT MUST ONLY
BE ADJUSTED BY PERSONNEL WITH AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE PROCESS.
CHANGING THE FEED RATE ARBITRARILY MAY DAMAGE THE MATERIAL BEING
WORKED.
Fig 47 Feed Rate tab
1. The Set Feed Rate field shows the feed rate in the G-Code file.
2. The Current Feed Rate field shows the current feed rate of the torch.
3. The Overridden Feed Rate field shows the set feed rate plus the amount of override that has
been applied. If the feed rate is overridden, the orange Feed Rate Override Active indicator on the
right hand side of screen will illuminate. The override active status can be reset using Reset button
adjacent to the Feed Rate Override Active indicator.
4. Feed rate override can be adjusted using the on-screen +/- keys or the percentage adjust
buttons (50/100/150).
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Program Control pane
1. The Program Control pane has four coloured button with the following functions:
1.1 The yellow Feed Hold End of Cut button causes the torch to pause after each segment
of a shape has been executed.
1.2 The green Run G-Code button is used to start the selected process (cutting or dry run)
or to resume execution after a hold. If the MDI tab is active on the upper left hand pane (refer
to Sub-Section 12.1.4) the button will be showing as Run MDI.
1.3 The blue Reset button can be used to reset active processes such as Cut Recovery.
1.4 The red Stop button will stop any active process in a controlled manner.
WARNING
THE STOP BUTTON ON THE PROGRAM CONTROL PANE IS NOT AN EMERGENCY
STOP BUTTON. IN THE EVENT OF A SITUATION REQUIRING AN EMERGENCY
STOP, USE ONE OF THE EMERGENCY STOP BUTTONS AT EITHER END OF THE
GANTRY OR ON THE OPERATOR’S CONSOLE.
Fig 48 Program Control pane
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Go to Sheet Start button (Coordinates pane)
1. The Go to Sheet Start button on the Coordinates pane (Fig 49), sets the torch to a preset start
position to be able to cut and engrave the max sheet size for the cutting bed.
Fig 49 Coordinates pane
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13 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR OPERATORS
Emergency stop reset
1. To reset an emergency stop switch, proceed as follows:
1.1 Twist the switch clockwise, this will clear the emergency stop condition
1.2 Press the Machine Enable button (Fig 50 (1)) on either the Program Run Basic or
Program Run Advanced screens. Fig 50 shows the Program Run Basic screen with an
“E-Stop condition!” message in the Message field at the bottom of the screen (Fig 50 (2)).
Fig 50 Emergency stop condition
INFORMATION
THE MACHINE CANNOT BE ENABLED UNTIL SWITCH IS RESET.
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Breakaway head activated
1. If the torch has contacted the work piece and activated the breakaway head, the laser
crosshairs will flash and the message “Breakaway Head Condition!” will be shown in the Message
field at the bottom of the screen (Fig 51 (2)). To clear the breakaway head condition, proceed as
follows:
1.1 Press the Machine Enable button (Fig 51 (1)).
1.2 Jog the torch away from the work piece.
1.3 If head does not reset when jogged, manually check torch alignment.
1.4 When the head is reset, the laser crosshairs will stop flashing and the message
‘Breakaway Head Condition cleared’ will be shown in the message field.
Fig 51 Breakaway head condition
Shortcuts (any screen)
13.3.1 Jog
1. Arrow keys - Jog at the set jog rate.
2. SHIFT + arrow keys - Jog at maximum speed (this overrides any set jog rate).
3. +/- keys (numeric keypad) - Adjust jog speed.
4. Ctrl = arrow keys - Incremental jog at the incremental value.
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5. Ctrl + +/- keys - Set the incremental value.
13.3.2 Sheet functions
1. Ctrl +1 - sets sheet alignment 1.
2. Ctrl +2 - sets sheet alignment 2.
3. Ctrl + alt +1 - sets sheet trim 1.
4. Ctrl + alt + 2 - sets sheet trim 2.
5. Ctrl + alt + 3 - sets sheet trim 3.
Settings icon
1. The Settings icon (Fig 52) in the upper right hand corner of either the Program Run Basic or
Program Run Advanced screens, opens the settings options for the Swift-Cut Pro.
Fig 52 Settings icon
2. From the Settings window (Fig 53), the default language can be selected and the default start
page (Basic/Advanced) can be set.
Fig 53 Settings window
3. The Support Log in pane allows access to a detailed settings screen, after entry of valid login
credentials.
CAM button
1. Returns screen to the SwiftCAM application.
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Manual control
1. Items can be activated manually for test purposes by using the controls on the Output
Activation pane (Fig 54) via the Diagnostics tab on the Program Run Advanced screen.
Fig 54 Manual controls
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SWIFT-CUT PRO 2020

2 BEFORE YOU START

3.2.1 Moving assemblies

There are moving assemblies on the machine when it is in operation. These

3.2.2 Heavy components

3.2.3 Safety shoes

Plasma cutting creates significant sparks in addition to debris from the

Eye protection must also have side shielding.

3.2.5 Hot materials

3.2.6 Electric shock

Electricity can cause serious injury or death.

3.2.8 Fire and explosion

Cutting aluminium with a water table can result in the formation of

Once programmed to cut components, the machine will make several

It is imperative that the person operating the machine is fully conversant

3.2.10 General warnings

Some hazards may be non-specific where there is a general risk associated

3.2.11 Equipment damage

Some activities associated with the Swift-Cut Pro may need to be

Fig 1 Main Items

Computer Aided Design

Computer Aided Manufacture

Computer Numerical Control

TABLE ONLY – NO PLASMA SOURCE

Fig 2 Control cabinet

Fig 3 Operator's Console

4. Switch the air compressor on (refer to the air compressor documentation).

5. Switch the plasma source on:

Fig 4 SwiftCAM application (home screen)

1.3 Add the following criteria:

1.3.1 Add classification: creates a folder for the job.

1.3.4 Type of material: Aluminium, mild steel or stainless steel.

1.3.5 Thickness: The thickness of the sheet of metal that is to be worked.

1.3.6 Trim values: this can be left as default.

1.3.7 Part spacing: this can be left as default.

1.4 Press the OK button.

Fig 6 Selecting the file to import

Fig 7 Working type menu

1.9 The working types are as follows (refer to Fig 8):

1.9.1 Cut (Blue): Cuts out the marked areas.

1.9.2 Marking (Green): Marks the selected area is available.

1.9.4 Ignore (Grey): Ignores sections of the drawing data.

Fig 9 Part data screen

1.12 Press the Save button.

Fig 11 Job Library and Part Library

1.16 The parameters screen will be displayed (Fig 12).

Fig 12 Parametric screen

Fig 13 Nesting screen

1.21.1 The quantity to be cut (in Fig 13 this is shown as 4).

1.22.1 The Swift-Cut Pro table outline (in yellow).

1.22.2 The outline of the material being worked (in green).

1.22.3 The trim value (in purple).

1.23.1 Select the shape.

1.23.4 Press the Next button.

Fig 14 Technology screen

1.26 Press the Next button.

Fig 16 Job report

1.28.1 Your G-Code is now generated.

1.29 Press the Next button.