For use with machines having Code Numbers: 10630, 10863, 11410
Safety Depends on You
Lincoln arc welding and cutting
equipment is designed and built
with safety in mind. However, your
overall safety can be increased by
proper installation ... and thoughtful operation on your part. DO
NOT INSTALL, OPERATE OR
REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT
WITHOUTREADINGTHIS
MANUAL AND THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED
THROUGHOUT.And,most
importantly, think before you act
and be careful.
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SAFETY
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents
are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
The Above For Diesel Engines
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
The Above For Gasoline Engines
ARC WELDING
CHILDREN AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR DOCTOR BEFORE OPERATING.
KEEP
Read and understand the following safety highlights. For additional safety information, it is strongly recommended that you
purchase a copy of “Safety in Welding & Cutting - ANSI Standard Z49.1” from the American Welding Society, P.O. Box 351040,
Miami, Florida 33135 or CSA Standard W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” booklet E205 is available from the
Lincoln Electric Company, 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199.
CCAANNBBEEHHAAZZAARRDDOOUUSS..
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE
PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.
FOR ENGINE
powered equipment.
1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenance
work unless the maintenance work requires it to be running.
1.c. Do not add the fuel nearanopenflame welding arc or when the engine is running. Stop
the engine and allow it to cool before refueling to prevent spilled fuel from vaporizing on
contact with hot engine parts and igniting. Do
not spill fuel when filling tank. If fuel is spilled,
wipe it up and do not start engine until fumes
have been eliminated.
1.d. Keep all equipment safety guards, covers and devices in position and in good repair.Keep hands, hair, clothing and tools
away from V-belts, gears, fans and all other moving parts
when starting, operating or repairing equipment.
1.e. In some cases it may be necessary to remove safety
guards to perform required maintenance. Remove
guards only when necessary and replace them when the
maintenance requiring their removal is complete.
Always use the greatest care when working near moving
parts.
1.f. Do not put your hands near the engine fan.
Do not attempt to override the governor or
idler by pushing on the throttle control rods
while the engine is running.
2.a. Electric current flowing through any conductor causes
localized Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF). Welding
current creates EMF fields around welding cables and
welding machines
2.b. EMF fields may interfere with some pacemakers, and
welders having a pacemaker should consult their physician
before welding.
2.c. Exposure to EMF fields in welding may have other health
effects which are now not known.
2.d. All welders should use the following procedures in order to
minimize exposure to EMF fields from the welding circuit:
2.d.1.
2.d.2. Never coil the electrode lead around your body.
2.d.3. Do not place your body between the electrode and
may be dangerous
Route the electrode and work cables together - Secure
them with tape when possible.
work cables. If the electrode cable is on your right
side, the work cable should also be on your right side.
1.g. To prevent accidentally starting gasoline engines while
turning the engine or welding generator during maintenance
work, disconnect the spark plug wires, distributor cap or
magneto wire as appropriate.
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2.d.4. Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as
possible to the area being welded.
2.d.5. Do not work next to welding power source.
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SAFETY
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits
are electrically “hot” when the welder is on.
Do not touch these “hot” parts with your bare
skin or wet clothing. Wear dry, hole-free
gloves to insulate hands.
3.b. Insulate yourself from work and ground using dry insulation.
Make certain the insulation is large enough to cover your full
area of physical contact with work and ground.
In addition to the normal safety precautions, if welding
must be performed under electrically hazardous
conditions (in damp locations or while wearing wet
clothing; on metal structures such as floors, gratings or
scaffolds; when in cramped positions such as sitting,
kneeling or lying, if there is a high risk of unavoidable or
accidental contact with the workpiece or ground) use
the following equipment:
• Semiautomatic DC Constant Voltage (Wire) Welder.
• DC Manual (Stick) Welder.
• AC Welder with Reduced Voltage Control.
3.c. In semiautomatic or automatic wire welding, the electrode,
electrode reel, welding head, nozzle or semiautomatic
welding gun are also electrically “hot”.
3.d. Always be sure the work cable makes a good electrical
connection with the metal being welded. The connection
should be as close as possible to the area being welded.
3.e. Ground the work or metal to be welded to a good electrical
(earth) ground.
3.f.
Maintain the electrode holder, work clamp, welding cable and
welding machine in good, safe operating condition. Replace
damaged insulation.
3.g. Never dip the electrode in water for cooling.
3.h. Never simultaneously touch electrically “hot” parts of
electrode holders connected to two welders because voltage
between the two can be the total of the open circuit voltage
of both welders.
3.i. When working above floor level, use a safety belt to protect
yourself from a fall should you get a shock.
3.j. Also see Items 6.c. and 8.
ARC RAYS can burn.
4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover
plates to protect your eyes from sparks and
the rays of the arc when welding or observing
open arc welding. Headshield and filter lens
should conform to ANSI Z87. I standards.
4.b. Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant
material to protect your skin and that of your helpers from
the arc rays.
4.c. Protect other nearby personnel with suitable, non-flammable
screening and/or warn them not to watch the arc nor expose
themselves to the arc rays or to hot spatter or metal.
FUMES AND GASES
can be dangerous.
5.a.Welding may produce fumes and gases
hazardous to health. Avoid breathing these
fumes and gases.When welding, keep
your head out of the fume. Use enough
ventilation and/or exhaust at the arc to keep
fumes and gases away from the breathing zone. When
welding with electrodes which require special
ventilation such as stainless or hard facing (see
instructions on container or MSDS) or on lead or
cadmium plated steel and other metals or coatings
which produce highly toxic fumes, keep exposure as
low as possible and below Threshold Limit Values (TLV)
using local exhaust or mechanical ventilation. In
confined spaces or in some circumstances, outdoors, a
respirator may be required. Additional precautions are
also required when welding on galvanized steel.
5. b. The operation of welding fume control equipment is affected
by various factors including proper use and positioning of the
equipment, maintenance of the equipment and the specific
welding procedure and application involved. Worker exposure level should be checked upon installation and periodically thereafter to be certain it is within applicable OSHA PEL
and ACGIH TLV limits.
5.c.
Do not weld in locations near chlorinated hydrocarbon
coming from degreasing, cleaning or spraying operations.
The heat and rays of the arc can react with solvent vapors
form phosgene, a highly toxic gas, and other irritating products.
5.d. Shielding gases used for arc welding can displace air and
cause injury or death. Always use enough ventilation,
especially in confined areas, to insure breathing air is safe.
vapors
to
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5.e. Read and understand the manufacturerʼs instructions for this
equipment and the consumables to be used, including the
material safety data sheet (MSDS) and follow your
employerʼs safety practices. MSDS forms are available from
your welding distributor or from the manufacturer.
5.f. Also see item 1.b.
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SAFETY
WELDING SPARKS can
cause fire or explosion.
6.a.
Remove fire hazards from the welding area.
If this is not possible, cover them to prevent
the welding sparks from starting a fire.
materials from welding can easily go through small cracks
and openings to adjacent areas. Avoid welding near
hydraulic lines. Have a fire extinguisher readily available.
6.b. Where compressed gases are to be used at the job site,
special precautions should be used to prevent hazardous
situations. Refer to “Safety in Welding and Cutting” (ANSI
Standard Z49.1) and the operating information for the
equipment being used.
6.c. When not welding, make certain no part of the electrode
circuit is touching the work or ground. Accidental contact can
cause overheating and create a fire hazard.
6.d. Do not heat, cut or weld tanks, drums or containers until the
proper steps have been taken to insure that such procedures
will not cause flammable or toxic vapors from substances
inside. They can cause an explosion even
been “cleaned”. For information, purchase “Recommended
Safe Practices for the
Containers and Piping That Have Held Hazardous
Substances”, AWS F4.1 from the American Welding Society
(see address above).
6.e. Vent hollow castings or containers before heating, cutting or
welding. They may explode.
Sparks and spatter are thrown from the welding arc. Wear oil
6.f.
free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy shirt,
cuffless trousers, high shoes and a cap over your hair. Wear
ear plugs when welding out of position or in confined places.
Always wear safety glasses with side shields when in a
welding area.
6.g. Connect the work cable to the work as close to the welding
area as practical. Work cables connected to the building
framework or other locations away from the welding area
increase the possibility of the welding current passing
through lifting chains, crane cables or other alternate circuits.
This can create fire hazards or overheat lifting chains or
cables until they fail.
6.h. Also see item 1.c.
Remember that welding sparks and hot
though
they have
Preparation
for Welding and Cutting of
CYLINDER may explode
if damaged.
7.a. Use only compressed gas cylinders
containing the correct shielding gas for the
process used and properly operating
regulators designed for the gas and
pressure used. All hoses, fittings, etc. should be suitable for
the application and maintained in good condition.
7.b. Always keep cylinders in an upright position securely
chained to an undercarriage or fixed support.
7.c. Cylinders should be located:
•Away from areas where they may be struck or subjected to
physical damage.
•A safe distance from arc welding or cutting operations and
any other source of heat, sparks, or flame.
7.d. Never allow the electrode, electrode holder or any other
electrically “hot” parts to touch a cylinder.
7.e. Keep your head and face away from the cylinder valve outlet
when opening the cylinder valve.
7.f. Valve protection caps should always be in place and hand
tight except when the cylinder is in use or connected for
use.
7.g. Read and follow the instructions on compressed gas
cylinders, associated equipment, and CGA publication P-l,
“Precautions for Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in
Cylinders,” available from the Compressed Gas Association
1235 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA 22202.
FOR ELECTRICALLY
powered equipment.
8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnect
switch at the fuse box before working on
the equipment.
8.b. Install equipment in accordance with the U.S. National
Electrical Code, all local codes and the manufacturerʼs
recommendations.
8.c. Ground the equipment in accordance with the U.S. National
Electrical Code and the manufacturerʼs recommendations.
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SAFETY
PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ
Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions
et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce
manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suivantes:
Sûreté Pour Soudage A LʼArc
1. Protegez-vous contre la secousse électrique:
a. Les circuits à lʼélectrode et à la piéce sont sous tension
quand la machine à souder est en marche. Eviter toujours
tout contact entre les parties sous tension et la peau nue
ou les vétements mouillés. Porter des gants secs et sans
trous pour isoler les mains.
b. Faire trés attention de bien sʼisoler de la masse quand on
soude dans des endroits humides, ou sur un plancher metallique ou des grilles metalliques, principalement dans
les positions assis ou couché pour lesquelles une grande
partie du corps peut être en contact avec la masse.
c. Maintenir le porte-électrode, la pince de masse, le câble de
soudage et la machine à souder en bon et sûr état defonctionnement.
d.Ne jamais plonger le porte-électrode dans lʼeau pour le
refroidir.
e. Ne jamais toucher simultanément les parties sous tension
des porte-électrodes connectés à deux machines à souder
parce que la tension entre les deux pinces peut être le total
de la tension à vide des deux machines.
f. Si on utilise la machine à souder comme une source de
courant pour soudage semi-automatique, ces precautions
pour le porte-électrode sʼapplicuent aussi au pistolet de
soudage.
6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de
prévenir tout risque dʼincendie dû aux étincelles.
7. Quand on ne soude pas, poser la pince à une endroit isolé de
la masse. Un court-circuit accidental peut provoquer un
échauffement et un risque dʼincendie.
8. Sʼassurer que la masse est connectée le plus prés possible de
la zone de travail quʼil est pratique de le faire. Si on place la
masse sur la charpente de la construction ou dʼautres endroits
éloignés de la zone de travail, on augmente le risque de voir
passer le courant de soudage par les chaines de levage,
câbles de grue, ou autres circuits. Cela peut provoquer des
risques dʼincendie ou dʼechauffement des chaines et des
câbles jusquʼà ce quʼils se rompent.
9. Assurer une ventilation suffisante dans la zone de soudage.
Ceci est particuliérement important pour le soudage de tôles
galvanisées plombées, ou cadmiées ou tout autre métal qui
produit des fumeés toxiques.
10. Ne pas souder en présence de vapeurs de chlore provenant
dʼopérations de dégraissage, nettoyage ou pistolage. La
chaleur ou les rayons de lʼarc peuvent réagir avec les vapeurs
du solvant pour produire du phosgéne (gas fortement toxique)
ou autres produits irritants.
11. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements sur la sûreté, voir
le code “Code for safety in welding and cutting” CSA Standard
W 117.2-1974.
2. Dans le cas de travail au dessus du niveau du sol, se protéger
contre les chutes dans le cas ou on recoit un choc. Ne jamais
enrouler le câble-électrode autour de nʼimporte quelle partie du
corps.
3. Un coup dʼarc peut être plus sévère quʼun coup de soliel, donc:
a. Utiliser un bon masque avec un verre filtrant approprié ainsi
quʼun verre blanc afin de se protéger les yeux du rayonnement de lʼarc et des projections quand on soude ou
quand on regarde lʼarc.
b. Porter des vêtements convenables afin de protéger la peau
de soudeur et des aides contre le rayonnement de lʻarc.
c. Protéger lʼautre personnel travaillant à proximité au
soudage à lʼaide dʼécrans appropriés et non-inflammables.
4. Des gouttes de laitier en fusion sont émises de lʼarc de
soudage. Se protéger avec des vêtements de protection libres
de lʼhuile, tels que les gants en cuir, chemise épaisse, pantalons sans revers, et chaussures montantes.
5. Toujours porter des lunettes de sécurité dans la zone de
soudage. Utiliser des lunettes avec écrans lateraux dans les
zones où lʼon pique le laitier.
PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ POUR
LES MACHINES À SOUDER À
TRANSFORMATEUR ET À
REDRESSEUR
1. Relier à la terre le chassis du poste conformement au code de
lʼélectricité et aux recommendations du fabricant. Le dispositif
de montage ou la piece à souder doit être branché à une
bonne mise à la terre.
2. Autant que possible, Iʼinstallation et lʼentretien du poste seront
effectués par un électricien qualifié.
3. Avant de faires des travaux à lʼinterieur de poste, la debrancher à lʼinterrupteur à la boite de fusibles.
4. Garder tous les couvercles et dispositifs de sûreté à leur place.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - POWER WAVE 655/R (K1519-1, K1519-2)
INPUT AT RATED OUTPUT - THREE PHASE ONLY
CODE NUMBERS
10630
10863
INPUT VOLTS
460/575V - 60HZ.
OUTPUT
CONDITIONS
600A@44V.100%
815A@44V. 60%
INPUT
CURRENT
AMPS
43/34
53/42
IDLE
POWER
POWER FACTOR
@ RATED
OUPUT
EFFICIENCY
@ RATED
OUPUT
11410
OPEN
CIRCUIT
VOLTAGE
75 VDC
PROCESS CURRENT RANGES (DC)
460/575V - 60HZ.
CURRENT
RANGE
20-880
MIG/MAG
INPUT
VOLTAGE /
FREQUENCY
400V - 50HZ.
550A@44V.100%
675A@44V. 60%
600A@44V.100%
815A@44V. 60%
40
51
41/33
53/42
400 Watts
Max.
OUTPUT
PULSE
FREQUENCY
0.15 - 1000 Hz
FCAW
SMAW
Pulse
PULSE
VOLTAGE
RANGE
5 - 55 VDC
PULSE AND
BACKGROUND
TIME RANGE
100 MICRO SEC. -
3.3 SEC.
AUXILIARY POWER
(CIRCUIT BREAKER
CURRENT
50-815 Average Amps
40-815 Average Amps
30-600 Average Amps
15-880 Peak Amps
RECOMMENDED INPUT WIRE AND FUSE SIZES
TYPE 75°C
COPPER WIRE IN
CONDUIT AWG[MM
SIZES
2
]
TYPE 75°C
GROUND WIRE IN
CONDUIT AWG[MM
SIZES
.95 MIN.
PROTECTED)
40 VDC AT
10 AMPS
110 VAC AT
10 AMPS
TYPE 75°C
(SUPER LAG)
2
OR BREAKER
]
SIZE (AMPS)
84%
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460V - 60HZ.
575V - 60HZ.
HEIGHT
26.10 in
663 mm
WIDTH
19.86 in
505 mm
TEMPERATURE RANGES
OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE
-20°C to +40°C
POWER WAVE 655/R
6 (16)
6(16)
8 (10)
10 (6)
70
60
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
DEPTH
32.88 in
835 mm
STORAGE TEMPERATURE RANGE
-40°C to +40°C
WEIGHT
306 lbs.
139 kg.
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INSTALLATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read this entire installation section before you
start installation.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Only qualified personnel should
perform this installation.
• Turn the input power OFF at the
disconnect switch or fuse box
before working on this equipment. Turn off the input power
to any other equipment connected to the welding system at
the disconnect switch or fuse
box before working on the
equipment.
• Do not touch electrically hot parts.
• Always connect the Power Wave grounding lug
(located inside the reconnect input access door)
to a proper safety (Earth) ground.
Do not use Power Waves in outdoor environments. The
Power Wave power source should not be subjected to
falling water, nor should any parts of it be submerged in
water. Doing so may cause improper operation as well as
pose a safety hazard. The best practice is to keep the
machine in a dry, sheltered area.
Do not mount the PowerWave over combustible surfaces. Where there is a combustible surface directly
under stationary or fixed electrical equipment, that surface shall be covered with a steel plate at least .060"
(1.6mm) thick, which shall extend not less than 5.90"
(150mm) beyond the equipment on all sides.
state fan control relay, located on the back of the Control PC
board enclosure.
LIFTING
Lift the machine by the lift bail only. The lift bail is
designed to lift the power source only. Do not attempt
to lift the Power Wave with accessories attached to it.
STACKING
Power Wave machines can be stacked to a maximum
of 3 high.
CAUTION
The bottom machine must always be placed on a
firm, secure, level surface. There is a danger of
machines toppling over if this precaution is not
taken.
The frame of the welder must be grounded. A ground
terminal marked with the symbol is located inside
the reconnect/input access door for this purpose. See
your local and national electrical codes for proper
grounding methods.
HIGH FREQUENCY PROTECTION
Locate the Power Wave away from radio controlled
machinery.
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Place the welder where clean cooling air can freely circulate in through the rear louvers and out through the
case sides and bottom. Dirt, dust, or any foreign material that can be drawn into the welder should be kept at
a minimum. Do not use air filters on the air intake
because the air flow will be restricted. Failure to
observe these precautions can result in excessive
operating temperatures and nuisance shutdowns.
Machines above code 10500 are equipped with F.A.N.
(fan as needed) circuitry. The fan runs whenever the
output is enabled, whether under loaded or open circuit
conditions. The fan also runs for a period of time
(approximately 5 minutes) after the output is disabled,
to ensure all components are properly cooled.
If desired, the F.A.N. feature can be disabled (causing the fan
to run whenever the power source is on). To disable F.A.N.,
connect leads 444 and X3A together at the output of the solid
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CAUTION
The normal operation of the Power Wave may
adversely affect the operation of RF controlled
equipment, which may result in bodily injury or
damage to the equipment.
FIGURE A.1 - CONNECTION DIAGRAM ON CONNECTION/INPUT ACCESS DOOR
NOTE: Turn main input power to the machine OFF before performing connection procedure. Failure to do
so will result in damage to the machine.
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INPUT CONNECTION
WARNING
Only a qualified electrician should connect the
input leads to the Power Wave. Connections
should be made in accordance with all local and
national electrical codes and the connection diagram located on the inside of the reconnect/input
access door of the machine. Failure to do so may
result in bodily injury or death.
Use a three-phase supply line. A 1.75 inch (45 mm)
diameter access hole for the input supply is located on
the upper left case back next to the input access door.
Connect L1, L2, L3 and ground according to the Input
Supply Connection Diagram decal located on the
inside of the input access door or refer to Figure A.1 .
INPUT FUSE AND SUPPLY WIRE
CONSIDERATIONS
Refer to the Technical Specifications at the beginning
of this Installation section for recommended fuse and
wire sizes. Fuse the input circuit with the recommend-
ed super lag fuse or delay type breakers (also called
“inverse time” or “thermal/magnetic” circuit breakers).
Choose an input and grounding wire size according to
local or national electrical codes. Using fuses or circuit
breakers smaller than recommended may result in
“nuisance” shut-offs from welder inrush currents, even
if the machine is not being used at high currents.
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INPUT VOLTAGE CHANGE OVER
(FOR MULTIPLE INPUT VOLTAGE
MACHINES ONLY)
Welders are shipped connected for the highest input
voltage listed on the rating plate. To move this connection to a different input voltage, see the diagram
located on the inside of the input access door. If the
main reconnect switch or link position is placed in the
wrong position, the welder will not produce output
power.
If the Auxiliary (A) lead is placed in the wrong position,
there are two possible results. If the lead is placed in a
position higher than the applied line voltage, the
welder may not come on at all. If the Auxiliary (A) lead
is placed in a position lower than the applied line voltage, the welder will not come on, and the two circuit
breakers in the reconnect area will open. If this occurs,
turn off the input voltage, properly connect the (A)
lead, reset the breakers, and try again.
POWER WAVE 655/R
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+
POWERWAVE
-
+
POWERWAVE
Connect All Work
Sense
Electrode Lead
Electrode Lead
Leads at the End
of
the Joint
Connect All Welding
Work Leads at the
Beginning of the Joint
Travel
Direction
INSTALLATION
WELDING WITH MULTIPLE POWER
WAVES
CAUTION
Special care must be taken when more than one
Power Wave is welding simultaneously on a single
part. Arc blow and arc interference may occur or
be magnified.
Each power source requires a work lead from the work
stud to the welding fixture. Do not combine all of the
work leads into one lead. Perform welding in the direction away from the work leads. Connect all of the work
sense leads from each power source to the work piece
at the end of the joint.
FIGURE A.2
TWO POWER WAVES
For the best results when pulse welding, set the wire
size and wire feed speed the same for all the Power
Waves.
When these parameters are identical, the pulsing frequency will be the same, helping to stabilize the arcs.
Every welding gun requires a separate shielding gas
regulator for proper flow rate and shielding gas coverage.
Do not attempt to supply shielding gas for two or more
guns from only one regulator.
If an anti-spatter system is in use then each gun must
have its own anti-spatter system. (See Figure A.2.)
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POWER WAVE 655/R
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B
A
C
FIGURE A.3
POWER
WAVE
WORK
A
C
B
POWER
W
AVE
FIGURE A.4
K
1796 COAXIAL CABLE
M
EASURE FROM END
OF OUTER JACKET OF
CABLE
C
A
B
W
ORK
SLIDING GROUND
INSTALLATION
ELECTRODE AND WORK CABLE
CONNECTIONS
Connect a work lead of sufficient size and length (Per
Table 1) between the proper output terminal on the
power source and the work. Be sure the connection to
the work makes tight metal-to-metal electrical contact.
To avoid interference problems with other equipment
and to achieve the best possible operation, route all
cables directly to the work and wire feeder. Avoid
excessive lengths and do not coil excess cable.
Minimum work and electrode cable sizes are as follows:
TABLE 1 (For cable length up to 100 ft, or 30 meters)
CURRENT (60% Duty Cycle) MINIMUM COPPER
When using inverter type power sources like the
Power Waves, use the largest welding (electrode and
ground) cables that are practical. At least 2/0 copper
wire - even if the average output current would not normally require it. When pulsing, the pulse current can
reach very high levels. Voltage drops can become
excessive, leading to poor welding characteristics, if
undersized welding cables are used.
NOTE: K1796 coaxial welding cable is recommended
to reduce the cable inductance in long cable lengths.
This is especially important when Pulse welding up to
350 amps.
CABLE INDUCTANCE, AND ITS EFFECTS
ON PULSE WELDING
For Pulse Welding processes, cable inductance will
cause the welding performance to degrade. For the
total welding loop length less than 50ft.(15m), traditional welding cables may be used without any effects
on welding performance. For the total welding loop
length greater than 50ft.(15m), the K1796 Coaxial
Welding Cables are recommended. The welding loop
length is defined as the total of electrode cable length
(A) + work cable length (B) + work length (C) (See
Figure A.3).
For long work piece lengths, a sliding ground should be
considered to keep the total welding loop length less
than 50ft.(15m). (See Figure A.4.)
CAUTION
When pulsing, the pulse current can reach very
high levels. Voltage drops can become excessive,
leading to poor welding characteristics, if undersized welding cables are used.
Most welding applications run with the electrode being positive (+). For those applications, connect one end of the electrode cable to the positive (+) output stud on the power
source (located beneath the spring loaded output cover near
the bottom of the case front). Connect the other end of the
electrode cable to the wire drive feed plate using the stud,
lockwasher, and nut provided on the wire drive feed plate.
The electrode cable lug must be against the feed plate. Be
sure the connection to the feed plate makes tight metal-tometal electrical contact. The electrode cable should be sized
according to the specifications given in the work cable connections section. Connect a work lead from the negative (-)
power source output stud to the work piece. The work piece
connection must be firm and secure, especially if pulse welding is planned. Excessive voltage drops caused by poor work
piece connections often result in unsatisfactory welding performance.
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INSTALLATION
NEGATIVE ELECTRODE POLARITY
When negative electrode polarity is required, such as
in some Innershield applications, reverse the output
connections at the power source (electrode cable to
the negative (-) stud, and work cable to the positive (+)
stud).
When operating with electrode polarity negative the
DIP switch 7 must be set to ON on the Wire Feed Head
PC Board. The default setting of the switch is OFF to
represent positive electrode polarity.
Set the Negative Polarity switch on Wire Feed Head
PC board as follows:
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts or
electrodes with your skin or wet
clothing.
1. Turn off power to the power source at the disconnect
switch.
2. Remove the front cover from the power source.
VOLTAGE SENSING
The best arc performance occurs when the Power
Waves has accurate data about the arc conditions.
Depending upon the process, inductance within the
electrode and work lead cables can influence the voltage apparent at the contact tip. Voltage sense leads
improve the accuracy of the arc conditions and can
have a dramatic effect on performance.
CAUTION
If the voltage sensing is enabled but the sense
leads are missing or improperly connected,
extremely high welding outputs may occur.
Do not tightly bundle the work sense lead to the work
lead.
The ELECTRODE sense lead (67) is built into the
K1795 control cable. The WORK sense lead (21) connects to the Power Wave at the four-pin connector
located underneath the output stud cover.
Enable the voltage sense leads as follows:
TABLE 2
Process Electrode Voltage Work Voltage
Sensing 67 lead *Sensing 21 lead
GMAW 67 lead required21 lead optional**
GMAW-P
FCAW67 lead required21 lead optional**
GTAW
SAW67 lead required21 lead optional**
67 lead required21 lead optional**
Voltage sense at studsVoltage sense at studs
3. The Feed Head PC Board is on the right
side of the power source. Locate the 8position DIP switch and look for switch 7
of the DIP switch.
4. Using a pencil or other small object, slide
the switch right to the OFF position for
positive electrode polarity. Conversely,
slide the switch left to the ON position for
negative electrode polarity.
5. Replace the cover and screws. The PC board will
“read” the switch at power up, and configure the
work voltage sense lead appropriately.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
O
N
* The electrode voltage 67 sense lead is part of the
control cable to the wire feeder.
** For consistent weld quality, work voltage sensing is
recommended.
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INSTALLATION
Work Voltage Sensing
The Power Waves are shipped from the factory with
the work sense lead enabled.
For processes requiring work voltage sensing, connect
the (21) work voltage sense lead from the Power Wave
to the work. Attach the sense lead to the work as close
to the weld as practical. Enable the work voltage sensing in the Power Wave as follows:
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts or
electrodes with your skin or wet
clothing.
1. Turn off power to the power source at the disconnect
switch.
POWER WAVE / POWER FEED
WIRE FEEDER
INTERCONNECTIONS
Connect the control cable between the power source
and wire feeder. The wire feeder connection on the
robotic Power Waves is located under the spring
loaded output cover, near the bottom of the case front.
The control cable is keyed and polarized to prevent
improper connect.
For convenience, the electrode and control cables can
be routed behind the left or right strain reliefs (under
the spring loaded output cover), and along the channels formed into the base of the Power Wave, out the
back of the channels, and then to the wire feeder.
Output connections on some Power Waves are made
via 1/2-13 threaded output studs located beneath the
spring loaded output cover at the bottom of the case
front. On machines which carry the CE mark, output
connections are made via Twist-Mate receptacles,
which also located beneath the spring loaded output
cover at the bottom of the case front.
2. Remove the front cover from the power source.
3. The control board is on the left side of the power
source. Locate the 8-position DIP
switch and look for switch 8 of the DIP
switch.
4. Using a pencil or other small object,
slide the switch right to the OFF position
if the work sense lead is NOT connected. Conversely, slide the switch left to
the ON position if the work sense lead is
present.
5. Replace the cover and screws. The PC
board will “read” the switch at power up, and configure the work voltage sense lead appropriately.
Electrode Voltage Sensing
Enabling or disabling electrode voltage sensing is
automatically configured through software. The 67
electrode sense lead must be connected at the wire
feeder.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
O
N
A work lead must be run from the power source output
stud to the work piece. The work piece connection
must be firm and secure, especially if pulse welding is
planned.
CAUTION
Excessive voltage drops at the work piece connection often result in unsatisfactory pulse welding
performance.
It is recommended that genuine Lincoln control cables
be used at all times. Lincoln cables are specifically
designed for the communication and power needs of
the Power Wave / Power Feed system.
CAUTION
The use of non-standard cables, especially in
lengths greater than 25 ft(7.6m), can lead to communication problems (system shutdowns), poor
motor acceleration (poor arc starting) and low wire
driving force (wire feeding problems).
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Lincoln control cables are copper 22 conductor cable
in a SO-type rubber jacket.
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D
E
F
1
2
3
4
5
6
78
910
11
12
G
H
I
A
B
C
+15 VDC for Trigger Group
Trigger Input
Dual Procedure Input
4 Step Input
+15 VDC for Cold Inch Group
Cold Inch Forward
Cold Inch Reverse
Gas Purge Input
+15 for shutdown group
Shutdown1 input
Shutdown2 input (Water Fault)
Reserved for future use
INSTALLATION
EXTERNAL I/O CONNECTOR
The Power Wave is equipped with a port for making
simple input signal connections. The port is divided into
three groups: Trigger group, Cold Inch Group and
Shutdown Group. Because the Power Wave is a ʻslaveʼ
on the DeviceNet network, the Trigger and Cold Inch
Groups are disabled when the DeviceNet / Gateway is
active.
The shutdown group is always enabled. Shutdown 2 is
used for signaling low flow in the water cooler. Unused
shutdowns must be jumpered. Machines from the factory come with the shutdowns already jumpered.(See
Figure A.5)
FIGURE A.5
HIGH SPEED GEAR BOX
Changing the ratio requires a gear change and a PC
board switch change. The Power Feed Wire Feeders
are shipped with both high speed and a low speed
gears. As shipped from the factory, the low speed (high
torque) gear is installed on the feeder. To change Gear
ratio see Power Feed 10/R Instruction Manual.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts or
electrodes with your skin or wet
clothing.
1. Set the High/Low switch code on Wire Drive PC
board as follows:
• Turn off power to the power source at the disconnect switch.
• Remove the front cover from the power source.
• The wire feed head board is on the right
side of the power source. Locate the 8position DIP switch and look for position
8 of the DIP switch.
• Using a pencil or other small object,
slide the switch right to the OFF position,
when the low speed gear is installed.
Conversely, slide the switch left to the
ON position when the high speed gear is
installed.
• Replace the cover and screws. The PC board will
“read” the switch at power up, automatically
adjusting all control parameters for the speed
range selected.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
O
N
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INSTALLATION
DIP Switch Settings and Locations
DIP switches on the P.C. Boards allow for custom configuration of the Power Wave. To access the DIP
switches:
• Remove the top four screws securing the front
access panel.
• Loosen, but do not completely remove, the bottom
two screws holding the access panel.
• Open the access panel, allowing the weight of the
panel to be carried by the bottom two screws. Make
sure to prevent the weight of the access panel from
hanging on the harness.
• Adjust the DIP switches as necessary.
• Replace the panel and screws, and restore power.
Control Board
Left
Feed Head Board
Right
Feed Head Board DIP Switch:
switch 1 = Object Instance LSB (see table 3)
switch 2 = Object Instance MSB (see table 3)
switch 3 = Equipment Group 1 Select
switch 4 = Equipment Group 2 Select
switch 5 = Equipment Group 3 Select
switch 6 = Equipment Group 4 Select
switch 7 = negative polarity switch
switch 7
offpositive (default)
onnegative
switch 8 = high speed gear
switch 8
offlow speed gear (default)
onhigh speed gear
electrode polarity
wire drive gear
DeviceNET/Gateway Board DIP Switch:
Bank (S1)
switch 1 = Object Instance LSB (see table3)
switch 2 =
switch 3 = Equipment Group 1 Select
switch 4 = Equipment Group 2 Select
switch 5 = Equipment Group 3 Select
switch 6 = Equipment Group 4 Select
switch 7 = Reserved for future use
switch 8 = Reserved for future use
switch 3 = Equipment Group 1 Select
switch 4 = Equipment Group 2 Select
switch 5 = Equipment Group 3 Select
switch 6 = Equipment Group 4 Select
switch 7 = reserved for future use
switch 8 = work sense lead
1
LEASE SIGNIFICANT BIT
2
MOST SIGNIFICANT BIT
switch 8
offwork sense lead not connected
onwork sense lead connected
work sense lead
MSB2(see table 3)
TABLE 3
Object Instance
switch 2 switch 1 Instance
offoff0 (default)
offon1
onoff2
onon3
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INSTALLATION
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Bank (S2)
:
switch Description
1Devicenet Baud Rate
2(see table 4)
TABLE 4
Prior to S24958-6 software
switch 1 switch 2 baud rate
offoffProgrammable value
on off125K
offon250K
onon500K
S24958-6 and later software
switch 1 switch 2 baud rate
offoff125K
off on250K
onoff500K
ononProgrammable value
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OPERATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read this entire section of operating instructions
before operating the machine.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Unless using cold feed feature, when
feeding with gun trigger, the electrode and
drive mechanism are always electrically
energized and could remain energized
several seconds after the welding ceases.
• Do not touch electrically live parts or electrodes with
your skin or wet clothing.
• Insulate yourself from the work and ground.
• Always wear dry insulating gloves.
FUMES AND GASES can be
dangerous.
• Keep your head out of fumes.
• Use ventilation or exhaust to remove
fumes from breathing zone.
WELDING SPARKS can cause
fire or explosion.
• Keep flammable material away.
• Do not weld on containers that have held
combustibles.
ARC RAYS can burn.
• Wear eye, ear, and body protection.
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Observe additional guidelines detailed in the beginning
of this manual.
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OPERATION
GRAPHIC SYMBOLS THAT APPEAR ON
THIS MACHINE OR IN THIS MANUAL
INPUT POWER
ON
OFF
HIGH TEMPERATURE
MACHINE STATUS
CIRCUIT BREAKER
WIRE FEEDER
U
U
U
SMAW
GMAW
FCAW
GTAW
OPEN CIRCUIT
0
1
2
VOLTAGE
INPUT VOLTAGE
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
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POSITIVE OUTPUT
NEGATIVE OUTPUT
3 PHASE INVERTER
INPUT POWER
THREE PHASE
DIRECT CURRENT
POWER WAVE 655/R
I
1
I
2
INPUT CURRENT
OUTPUT CURRENT
PROTECTIVE
GROUND
WARNING OR
CAUTION
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OPERATION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Power Wave power source is designed to be a
part of a modular, multi-process welding system.
Depending on configuration, it can support constant
current, constant voltage, and pulse welding modes.
The Power Wave power source is designed to be used
with the family of Power Feed wire feeders, operating
as a system. Each component in the system has special circuitry to "talk with" the other system components, so each component (power source, wire feeder,
electrical accessories) knows what the other is doing at
all times. The components communicate with Arc-Link.
Robotic systems can communicate with other industrial machines via DeviceNET. The result is highly intrigated and flexible welding cell.
The Power Wave 655/R is a high performance, digitally controlled inverter welding power source capable of
complex, high-speed waveform control. Properly
equipped, it can support the GMAW, GMAW-P, FCAW,
SMAW, GTAW and CAC-A processes. It carries an output rating of either 650 amps, 44 volts (at 100% duty
cycle) and 800 amps, 44 volts (at 60% duty cycle).
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
• Automatic Operation
All welding programs and procedures are set through
software for the robotic Power Waves. FANUC robots
equipped with RJ-3 controllers may communicate
directly to the Power Wave. Other pieces of equipment such as PLCʼs or computers can communicate
to the Power Wave using DeviceNET.
All wire welding processes require a robotic Power
Feed wire feeder.
• Semi-Automatic Operation
Operating the Power Wave 655/R in the semi-automatic mode requires an Arc-Link compatible wire
feeder and user interface.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
• Control Cables (22 pin to 22 pin), K1795-10ft.,-25ft.,-50ft.,
-100ft.
• Control Cables for use on FANUC robot arm, 22 pin to 14
pin, 10ft.(3m), K1804-1
• Control Cables for use on FANUC robot arm, 22 pin to 14
pin, 18in.(457mm), K1805-1
• Control Cables for use on FANUC robot arm, 22 pin to 14
pin, 18in.(457mm), K1804-2
If the duty cycle is exceeded, a thermostat will shut off
the output until the machine cools to a reasonable
operating temperature.
RECOMMENDED PROCESSES
AND EQUIPMENT
RECOMMENDED PROCESSES
The Power Wave 655/R can be set up in a number of
configurations, some requiring optional equipment or
welding programs. Each machine is factory preprogrammed with multiple welding procedures, typically
including GMAW, GMAW-P, FCAW, GTAW,CAC-A,
and SMAW for a variety of materials, including mild
steel, stainless steel, cored wires, and aluminum.
The Power Wave 655/R can be configured for either
robotic or semi-automatic use.
LIMITATIONS
• Power Waves are not to be used in outdoor environ-
ments.
• Only Arc-Link Power Feed wire feeders and user
interfaces may be used. Other Lincoln wire feeders
or non-Lincoln wire feeders cannot be used.
DUTY CYCLE AND TIME PERIOD
The Power Feed wire feeders are capable of welding
at a 100% duty cycle (continuous welding). The power
source will be the limiting factor in determining system
duty cycle capability. Note that the duty cycle is based
upon a ten minute period. A 60% duty cycle represents
6 minutes of welding and 4 minutes of idling in a ten
minute period.
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+
POWERWAVE
Case Front Layout
Power Wave 655/R (Domestic/Canadian Version)
S6
1
3
2
11
12
4
13
5
9
10
8
7
6
OPERATION
CASE FRONT CONTROLS
All operator controls and adjustments are located on
the case front of the Power Wave. (See Figure B.1)
1. POWER SWITCH: Controls input power to the
Power Wave.
2. STATUS LIGHT: A two color light that indicates system errors. Normal operation is a steady green
light. Error conditions are indicated per table 4.
NOTE: The robotic Power Waveʼs status light will flash
green, and sometimes red and green, for up to one
minute when the machine is first turned on. This is a
normal situation as the machine goes through a self
test at power up.
TABLE 6
Light
Condition
Steady Green
System OK. Power source communicating normally with wire feeder and its components.
Meaning
3. HIGH TEMPERATURE LIGHT (thermal overload):
A yellow light that comes on when an over temperature situation occurs. Output is disabled until the
machine cools down. When cool, the light goes out
and output is enabled.
4. 10 AMP WIRE FEEDER CIRCUIT BREAKER:
Protects 40 volt DC wire feeder power supply.
10 AMP AUXILIARY POWER CIRCUIT BREAKER:
5.
Protects 110 volt AC case front receptacle auxiliary
supply.
6. LEAD CONNECTOR S2 (SENSE LEAD)
7. 5-PIN ARC LINK S1
8. 5-PIN DEVICENET CONNECTOR S5
9. I / O CONNECTOR
10. NEGATIVE STUD
11. INTERFACE CONNECTOR S6
12. POSITIVE STUD
Blinking
Green
Alternating
Green and
Red
Steady Red
Blinking Red
Occurs during a reset, and indicates the PW655/R is mapping (identifying) each component
in the system. Normal for first 1-10 seconds
after power is turned on, or if the system configuration is changed during operation.
Non-recoverable system fault. If the PS
Status light is flashing any combination of red
and green, errors are present in the PW655/R. Read the error code before the
machine is turned off.
Error Code interpretation through the Status
light is detailed in the Service Manual.
Individual code digits are flashed in red with a
long pause between digits. If more than one
code is present, the codes will be separated
by a green light.
To clear the error, turn power source off, and
back on to reset. See Troubleshooting
Section.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
13. AUXILIARY OUTPUT
FIGURE B.1
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Current
Time
Wave Control +10.0
Wave Control -10.0
Wave Control 0.00
OPERATION
WELDING MODE DESCRIPTIONS
CONSTANT VOLTAGE WELDING
For each wire feed speed, a corresponding voltage is
preprogrammed into the machine through special software at the factory. The preprogrammed voltage is the
best average voltage for a given wire feed speed. With
synergic programs, when the wire feed speed changes,
the Power Wave will automatically adjust the corresponding voltage.
FIGURE B.2 – CV WAVE CONTROL CHARACTERISTICS
Wave control adjusts the inductance of the waveshape.
(This adjustment is often referred to as "pinch". In ductance is inversely proportional to pinch.) In creasing
wave control greater than 0 results in a harsher, colder
arc, while decreasing the wave control to less than 0
provides a softer, hotter arc. (See Figure B.2.)
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OPERATION
PULSE WELDING
Pulse welding procedures are set by controlling an
overall "arc length" variable. When pulse welding, the
arc voltage is highly dependent upon the waveform.
The peak current, back ground current, rise time, fall
time and pulse frequency all affect the voltage. The
exact voltage for a given wire feed speed can only be
predicted when all the pulsing waveform parameters
are known. Using a preset voltage becomes impractical, and instead the arc length is set by adjusting "trim".
Trim adjusts the arc length and ranges from 0.50 to
1.50, with a nominal value of 1.00. Trim values greater
than 1.00 increase the arc length, while values less
than 1.00 decrease the arc length.
Most pulse welding programs are syngeric. As the wire
feed speed is adjusted, the Power Wave will automatically recalculate the waveform parameters to maintain
similar arc properties.
FIGURE B.3 - PULSE WAVE CONTROL CHARACTERISTICS
The Power Wave utilizes "adaptive control" to compensate for changes in electrical stick-out while welding. (Electrical stick-out is the distance from the contact tip to the work piece.) The Power Wave waveforms
are optimized for a 0.75" (19mm) stick-out. The adaptive behavior supports a range of stickouts from 0.50"
(13mm) to 1.25" (32mm). At very low or high wire feed
speeds, the adaptive range may be less due to reaching physical limitations of the welding process.
Wave control in pulse programs usually adjusts the
focus or shape of the arc. Wave control values greater
than 0 increase the pulse frequency while decreasing
the background current, resulting in a tight, stiff arc
best for high speed sheet metal welding. Wave control
values less than 0 decrease the pulse frequency while
increasing the background current, for a soft arc good
for out-of-position welding. (See Figure B.3)
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Current
Time
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NOTES
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ACCESSORIES
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
FACTORY INSTALLED
There are no factory installed options available for the
Power Wave.
FIELD INSTALLED
Gas Guard Regulator (K659-1)
The Gas Guard regulator is available as an optional
accessory for Power Feed Robotic wire drive unit.
Install the 5/8-18 male outlet on the regulator to the
proper 5/8-18 female gas inlet on the back panel of the
wire drive. Secure fitting with flow adjuster key at top.
Voltage Sense Leads (K490-10, -25 or -50)
The voltage sense leads connect at the front of the
machine.
Cool Arc 40 (K1813-1)
* Water Flow Sensor (K1536-1)
Water cooled guns can be damaged very quickly if
they are used even momentarily without water flowing. Recommend practice is to install a water flow
sensor such as on the water return line of the torch.
When fully integrated into the welding system, the
sensor will prevent welding if no water flow is present.
• Dual Cylinder Undercarriage, K1570-1*
*The Dual Cylinder Undercarriage, K1570-1 is not
compatible in combination with the Power Wave
Water Cooler K1767-1.
• Coaxial welding Cable, K1796
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MAINTENANCE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Only Qualified personnel should
perform this maintenance.
• Turn the input power OFF at the
disconnect switch or fuse box
before working on this equipment.
•Do not touch electrically hot parts.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
PERFORM THE FOLLOWING DAILY:
1. Check that no combustible materials are in the
welding or cutting area or around the machine.
2. Remove any debris, dust, dirt, or materials that
could block the air flow to the machine for cooling.
3. Inspect the electrode cables for any slits or punctures in the cable jacket, or any condition that would
affect the proper operation of the machine.
CALIBRATION SPECIFICATION
Calibration of the PW-655/R is critical to its operation. The output Voltage and Current are calibrated
at the factory and generally speaking the calibration will not need adjustment. However, neglected
or improperly calibrated machines may not yield
satisfactory weld performance. To ensure optimal
performance, the calibration of output Voltage and
Current should be checked yearly.
The calibration procedure itself requires the use of a
grid (Resistive Load Bank), and certified actual
meters for voltage and current. The accuracy of the
calibration will be directly affected by the accuracy of
the measuring equipment you use. The
Diagnostics Utility includes detailed instructions,
and is available on the Power Wave SubmergedArc Utilities disc that comes with the machine, on
the Service Navigator DVDʼs or on
Powerwavesoftware.com
calibrate properly see the troubleshooting section of
this manual.
. If the system does not
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
PERFORM PERIODICALLY:
Clean the inside of the machine with a low pressure air
stream. Clean the following parts. Refer to Figure D.1.
• Transformer and output rectifier assembly.
• Electrode and work cable connections.
• PC board connections..
• Intake and outlet louvers on the machine case.
• Any obvious accumulations of dirt within the machine.
• Fan Assembly.
NOTE: The fan motor has sealed bearings which
require no maintenance.
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77
77
77
33
44
55
22
66
22
22
FIGURE D.1 – MAIN ASSEMBLY (EXPLODED VIEW)
MAINTENANCE
1. CASE FRONT ASSEMBLY
2. TRANSFORMER AND OUTPUT
RECTIFIER ASSEMBLY
3. INPUT ASSEMBLY
4. CONTROL BOX AND VERTICAL DIVIDER
ASSEMBLY
5. BASE, LIFT BAIL AND FAN
ASSEMBLY
6. SWITCH BOARD HEATSINK
ASSEMBLY
7. CASE PARTS
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NOTES
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INPUT
BOARD
LEFT
SWITCH
BOARD
RIGHT
SWITCH
BOARD
INPUT
RECTIFIER
CR1
GATEWAY
BOARD
DC
BUS
BOARD
FEED
HEAD
BOARD
POWER
BOARD
CONTROL
BOARD
OUTPUT
CHOKE
ELECTRODE
TERMINAL
THERMOSTATS
T1
T2
AUX
RECONNECT
RELAY
WATER
COOLER
115 VAC
RECP.
115 VAC
FAN
ARC LINK
WIRE
FEEDER
RECP.
S1
S6
CONNECTION
TO WIRE
DRIVE
S1
S6
VOLT
SENSE
BOARD
MAIN
TRANSFORMER
S5
CONTACTOR AND PRECHARGE
CONTROL SIGNALS FROM
CONTROL BOARD
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FIGURE E.1 — BLOCK LOGIC DIAGRAM.
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INPUT
B
OARD
LEFT
SWITCH
B
OARD
RIGHT
SWITCH
BOARD
INPUT
R
ECTIFIER
C
R1
GATEWAY
BOARD
DC
BUS
BOARD
FEED
HEAD
BOARD
P
OWER
BOARD
CONTROL
BOARD
OUTPUT
C
HOKE
E
LECTRODE
TERMINAL
T
HERMOSTATS
T1
T2
AUX
R
ECONNECT
R
ELAY
WATER
C
OOLER
115 VAC
RECP.
1
15 VAC
FAN
ARC LINK
WIRE
FEEDER
RECP.
S1
S6
CONNECTION
TO WIRE
DRIVE
S
1
S6
V
OLT
SENSE
B
OARD
MAIN
TRANSFORMER
S5
CONTACTOR AND PRECHARGE
CONTROL SIGNALS FROM
CONTROL BOARD
FROM CONTROL
BOARD
2
4
V
A
C
1
15 VAC
5
2 VAC
230 VAC
40 VDC
40 VDC
40 VDC
40 VDC
ARC LINK
CONNECTION
TO
ROBOT
VOLTAGE SENSE
OUTPUT
CAP. V/F
FEEDBACK
CAP. V/F
FEEDBACK
IGBT DRIVE
FROM
CONTROL
BOARD
CT CURRENT
TO CONTROL
BOARD
-15 V
+15 V
+
5 V
+5 V ARC LINK
+5V RS232
+
15V SPI
STATUS THERMAL
LIGHT LIGHT
S2 WORK
SENSE
LEFT S.B.
C
AP. V/F
R
IGHT S.B.
CAP. V/F
S3
RS232
L
EFT CT
CURRENT
FB
C
U
R
R
E
N
T
F
B
ARC LINK
IGBT
D
RIVES
TO
LEFT
S.B.
T
O
R
IGHT
S
.B.
67A
67B
SW1
B
US BOARD
R
ECTIFIER
CURRENT
TRANSDUCER
O
UTPUT DIODES
D1 -D4
1
15 VAC
4
0 VDC
DEVICE NET
VOLTAGE SENSE SELECT
IGBT DRIVE
FROM
CONTROL
BOARD
+
5V SPI
RIGHT CT
CURRENT
FB
TO FAN RELAY
C
ONTACTOR AND
P
RECHARGE
C
ONTROL SIGNALS
65 VDC
WORK
T
ERMINAL
POWER WAVE 655/R
380-
415
440 460
550-
575
+
ETHERNET/
A
A
HARMONIC
FILTER
C
POS
N
EG
Auxiliary
Fan
THEORY OF OPERATION
FIGURE E.2 – INPUT VOLTAGE AND PRECHARGE
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Power Wave 655/R power source is designed to
be a part of a modular, multi-process welding system.
It is a high performance, digitally controlled inverter
welding power source capable of complex, high-speed
waveform control.
The Power Wave 655/R is designed to be used with
the family of Power Feed wire feeders, operating as a
system. Each component in the system has special circuitry to "talk with" the other system components, so
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each component (power source, wire feeder, electrical
accessories) knows what the other is doing at all times.
The components communicate with Arc-Link.
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Robotic systems can communicate with other industrial machines via DeviceNET or Arc Link. The result is
highly integrated and flexible welding cell.
Depending upon configuration, it can support constant
current, constant voltage, and pulse welding modes.
Each machine is factory preprogrammed with multiple
welding procedures. Typically these procedures
include GMAW, GMAW-P, FCAW, GTAW for a variety
of materials such as mild steel, stainless steel, cored
wires and aluminum.
The Power Wave 655/R has an output rating of either
650 amps at 44 (at 100% duty cycle) volts or 800 amps
at 44 volts (at 60% duty cycle.
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THEORY OF OPERATION
INPUT VOLTAGE AND
PRECHARGE
The Power Wave 655/R can be connected for a variety
of three-phase input voltages. Refer to Figure E.2.
The initial input power is applied through a line switch
located on the front of the machine. Two phases of the
three-phase input power are applied simultaneously to
the Input Board and both auxiliary transformers.
The various secondary voltages developed by transformer T1 are applied to the Input Board, the fan motor
(via a control relay) and the Bus Board rectifier. The
65VDC produced from the Bus Board rectifier is used
by the Bus Board to provide various DC voltages for
the Power Board, the Feed Head Board, the
Ethernet/Gateway Board and the wire feeder receptacle.
The 115/230VAC developed on the secondary of auxiliary transformer T2 is applied to the 115VAC receptacle
and to the water cooler receptacle.
The 230VAC supply is also used to operate an auxiliary cooling fan in the upper section of the machine.
This fan runs whenever the power switch is ON.
The large fan in the lower section only runs when the
machine is producing output. It is activated through a
solid state relay that responds to a signal from the
Control Board.
Two of the input lines are connected to the Input Board,
by way of the input line switch SW1. They are then connected to the input rectifier through the precharge relay
on the Input Board. During the precharge or "soft start"
sequence, these two phases are current limited by
resistord on the Input Board.
The AC input voltage is rectified, and the resultant DC
voltage is applied through a harmonic filter to the input
capacitors located on the right and left switch boards.
A Voltage to Frequency circuit on the Switch Boards
sends a signal to the Control Board. When the capacitors have charged to an acceptable level, the Control
Board signals the Input Board to energize the main
input contactor (CR-1). At this point the Power Wave
655/R is in the "Run Mode" of operation. If the capacitors become undervoltaged, overvoltaged, or unbalanced, the Control Board will signal the Input Board to
de-energize the main input contactor, and the Power
Wave 655/R will be disabled. See Figure E.2.
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INPUT
BOARD
LEFT
S
WITCH
BOARD
RIGHT
SWITCH
BOARD
INPUT
RECTIFIER
C
R1
G
ATEWAY
BOARD
DC
BUS
BOARD
FEED
HEAD
BOARD
POWER
B
OARD
C
ONTROL
BOARD
OUTPUT
C
HOKE
ELECTRODE
TERMINAL
THERMOSTATS
T
1
T2
AUX
RECONNECT
RELAY
WATER
COOLER
1
15 VAC
RECP.
115 VAC
FAN
ARC LINK
W
IRE
F
EEDER
R
ECP.
S1
S6
CONNECTION
TO WIRE
DRIVE
S1
S6
VOLT
S
ENSE
B
OARD
MAIN
TRANSFORMER
S
5
CONTACTOR AND PRECHARGE
CONTROL SIGNALS FROM
CONTROL BOARD
FROM CONTROL
BOARD
2
4
V
A
C
115 VAC
52 VAC
230 VAC
40 VDC
40 VDC
40 VDC
40 VDC
ARC LINK
CONNECTION
T
O
ROBOT
VOLTAGE SENSE
OUTPUT
CAP. V/F
FEEDBACK
CAP. V/F
FEEDBACK
IGBT DRIVE
FROM
CONTROL
BOARD
CT CURRENT
T
O CONTROL
BOARD
-15 V
+15 V
+5 V
+5 V ARC LINK
+
5V RS232
+15V SPI
STATUS THERMAL
LIGHT LIGHT
S2 WORK
SENSE
LEFT S.B.
CAP. V/F
RIGHT S.B.
CAP. V/F
S3
RS232
LEFT CT
CURRENT
FB
C
U
R
R
E
N
T
F
B
ARC LINK
IGBT
D
RIVES
TO
LEFT
S.B.
TO
RIGHT
S.B.
67A
67B
SW1
BUS BOARD
RECTIFIER
CURRENT
TRANSDUCER
OUTPUT DIODES
D1 -D4
115 VAC
40 VDC
DEVICE NET
VOLTAGE SENSE SELECT
IGBT DRIVE
FROM
CONTROL
BOARD
+5V SPI
RIGHT CT
CURRENT
FB
TO FAN RELAY
CONTACTOR AND
PRECHARGE
CONTROL SIGNALS
65 VDC
W
ORK
T
ERMINAL
POWER WAVE 655/R
3
80 415
440-
460
5
50 575
+
E
THERNET/
A
A
H
ARMONIC
FILTER
C
P
OS
NEG
A
uxiliary
Fan
THEORY OF OPERATION
FIGURE E.3 - SWITCH BOARDS AND MAIN TRANSFORMER
SWITCH BOARDS AND MAIN
TRANSFORMER
There are two switch boards in the Power Wave 655/R
machine. Each contains two input capacitors and insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) switching circuitry.
Refer to Figure E.3. The input capacitors on each
board are connected in parallel. The two paralleled
pairs are then connected in series to accomodate the
high DC voltage from the rectifier.
When the input capacitors are fully charged, they act
as power supplies for the IGBT (insulated gate bipolar
transistors) switching circuits. The IGBTʼs switch the
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DC power from the input capacitors "on and off," thus
supplying pulsed DC current to the main transformer
primary windings. See IGBT OPERATION DISCUS-SION AND DIAGRAMS in this section.
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NOTE: Unshaded areas of Block Logic
Diagram are the subject of discussion
POWER WAVE 655/R
Each switch board feeds current to separate, oppositely wound primary coils in the Main Transformer. The
reverse directions of current flow through the main
transformer primaries, and the offset timing of the IGBT
switch boards induce an AC square wave output signal
at the secondary of the main transformer. Current
transformers monitor the primary currents. If the primary currents become abnormally high, the Control
Board will shut off the IGBTs, thus disabling the
machineʼs output. The DC current flow through each
primary winding is clamped back to each respective
input capacitor when the IGBTs are turned off. This is
needed due to the inductance of the transformer primary windings. The firing of the two switch boards
occurs during halves of a 50-microsecond interval, creating a constant 20 KHZ output. See the PULSEWIDTH MODULATION discussion in this section.
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NPUT
BOARD
LEFT
SWITCH
BOARD
RIGHT
SWITCH
BOARD
INPUT
RECTIFIER
CR1
GATEWAY
BOARD
DC
BUS
BOARD
FEED
HEAD
BOARD
POWER
BOARD
CONTROL
BOARD
OUTPUT
CHOKE
ELECTRODE
TERMINAL
T
HERMOSTATS
T
1
T2
AUX
RECONNECT
RELAY
W
ATER
COOLER
115 VAC
RECP.
115 VAC
FAN
ARC LINK
WIRE
FEEDER
RECP.
S1
S6
C
ONNECTION
T
O WIRE
DRIVE
S1
S6
VOLT
SENSE
BOARD
MAIN
TRANSFORMER
S5
C
ONTACTOR AND PRECHARGE
C
ONTROL SIGNALS FROM
C
ONTROL BOARD
F
ROM CONTROL
B
OARD
2
4
V
A
C
1
15 VAC
5
2 VAC
2
30 VAC
4
0 VDC
4
0 VDC
40 VDC
40 VDC
ARC LINK
CONNECTION
TO
ROBOT
VOLTAGE SENSE
OUTPUT
C
AP. V/F
F
EEDBACK
CAP. V/F
FEEDBACK
IGBT DRIVE
FROM
CONTROL
BOARD
C
T CURRENT
T
O CONTROL
B
OARD
-15 V
+
15 V
+
5 V
+
5 V ARC LINK
+5V RS232
+15V SPI
STATUS THERMAL
LIGHT LIGHT
S
2 WORK
S
ENSE
L
EFT S.B.
CAP. V/F
RIGHT S.B.
CAP. V/F
S3
RS232
L
EFT CT
CURRENT
FB
C
U
R
R
E
N
T
F
B
A
RC LINK
IGBT
DRIVES
TO
LEFT
S.B.
TO
RIGHT
S.B.
6
7A
67B
SW1
BUS BOARD
RECTIFIER
CURRENT
TRANSDUCER
OUTPUT DIODES
D1 -D4
115 VAC
40 VDC
D
EVICE NET
V
OLTAGE SENSE SELECT
IGBT DRIVE
FROM
CONTROL
BOARD
+
5V SPI
RIGHT CT
CURRENT
FB
T
O FAN RELAY
CONTACTOR AND
PRECHARGE
CONTROL SIGNALS
6
5 VDC
WORK
TERMINAL
POWER WAVE 655/R
380 415
440 460
550 575
+
ETHERNET/
A
A
HARMONIC
FILTER
C
POS
NEG
Auxiliary
Fan
THEORY OF OPERATION
FIGURE E-4 – DC BUS BOARD, POWER BOARD, FEED HEAD BOARD,
GATEWAY BOARD AND VOLTAGE SENSE BOARD
DC BUS BOARD, POWER BOARD,
FEED HEAD BOARD, GATEWAY
BOARD AND VOLTAGE SENSE
BOARD
The DC Bus Board receives approximately 65VDC
from the Bus Board rectifier. The DC Bus Board regulates that 65VDC to a +40VDC supply. This regulated
40VDC is applied to the Feed Head Board, the
Ethernet/Gateway Board, the Power Board, and the
wire feeder receptacle.
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The switching power supplies on the Power Board supply a variety of regulated DC voltages to the Control
Board. The Control Board uses these regulated voltages to power the many circuits and communication
functions incorporated within the Control Board.
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When the Feed Head Board activates the Voltage
Sense Board, the actual arc voltage is sensed (lead
67), and this information is delivered through the voltage sense board to the Control Board.
The Power Wave 655R uses two digital communication
platforms. Internally the PC boards communicate via
ArcLink. Externally the Power Wave 655R communicates using the industry standard Ethernet or Device
Net protocol.The Ethernet/Gateway Board makes the
translation between the platforms possible. The Power
Wave 655R does not have a dedicated interface device
or board. The robot (or other input device – PLC, etc.)
acts as the user interface, issuing commands that are
translated by the Gateway Board to ArcLink compatible
messages. Figure E.5 depicts the flow of communication information.
NOTE: Unshaded areas of Block Logic
Diagram are the subject of discussion
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FIGURE E.5 – POWER WAVE 655/R COMMUNICATIONS
THEORY OF OPERATION
AArrccLLiinnkk
Arc Link
CCoonnttrrool
BBooaarrd
Weld Controller /
Sequencer
l
d
PW-655R
EEtthheerrnneett/
GGaatteewwaay
BBooaarrd
Translator
Robot
Controller
/
y
d
DDeevviicceeNNeett
Device Net
FFeeeed
d
HHeeaad
d
BBooaarrd
d
PF-10R
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INPUT
BOARD
LEFT
SWITCH
B
OARD
RIGHT
S
WITCH
BOARD
INPUT
RECTIFIER
C
R1
GATEWAY
BOARD
DC
BUS
B
OARD
FEED
HEAD
B
OARD
POWER
BOARD
CONTROL
BOARD
OUTPUT
CHOKE
ELECTRODE
TERMINAL
THERMOSTATS
T1
T2
AUX
RECONNECT
RELAY
WATER
C
OOLER
1
15 VAC
RECP.
1
15 VAC
FAN
ARC LINK
WIRE
FEEDER
R
ECP.
S1
S6
CONNECTION
TO WIRE
DRIVE
S1
S6
VOLT
S
ENSE
B
OARD
MAIN
T
RANSFORMER
S5
CONTACTOR AND PRECHARGE
CONTROL SIGNALS FROM
CONTROL BOARD
F
ROM CONTROL
BOARD
2
4
V
A
C
115 VAC
52 VAC
230 VAC
40 VDC
40 VDC
4
0 VDC
40 VDC
ARC LINK
CONNECTION
T
O
ROBOT
VOLTAGE SENSE
OUTPUT
CAP. V/F
F
EEDBACK
CAP. V/F
F
EEDBACK
IGBT DRIVE
FROM
CONTROL
B
OARD
CT CURRENT
TO CONTROL
BOARD
-15 V
+15 V
+5 V
+
5 V ARC LINK
+5V RS232
+15V SPI
STATUS THERMAL
LIGHT LIGHT
S
2 WORK
SENSE
LEFT S.B.
CAP. V/F
RIGHT S.B.
CAP. V/F
S3
RS232
L
EFT CT
CURRENT
FB
C
U
R
R
E
N
T
F
B
A
RC LINK
IGBT
DRIVES
TO
LEFT
S.B.
TO
RIGHT
S.B.
6
7A
67B
S
W1
BUS BOARD
RECTIFIER
CURRENT
TRANSDUCER
O
UTPUT DIODES
D1 -D4
115 VAC
40 VDC
DEVICE NET
VOLTAGE SENSE SELECT
IGBT DRIVE
FROM
C
ONTROL
BOARD
+5V SPI
RIGHT CT
CURRENT
FB
TO FAN RELAY
C
ONTACTOR AND
PRECHARGE
C
ONTROL SIGNALS
65 VDC
W
ORK
T
ERMINAL
POWER WAVE 655/R
380 415
440 460
550 575
+
ETHERNET/
A
A
HARMONIC
FILTER
C
POS
NEG
Auxiliary
Fan
THEORY OF OPERATION
FIGURE E.6 – CONTROL BOARD
CONTROL BOARD
The Control Board performs the primary interfacing
functions to establish and maintain output control of the
Power Wave 655R machine. The function generator
and weld files exist within the Control Board hardware
and software. Digital command signals and arc voltage
and current feedback information is received and
processed by software located on the Control Board.
The appropriate pulse width modulation (PWM) signals
are then sent to the gates of the Switch Board IGBTs to
create the high-speed, digitally controlled welding
waveform. (See PULSE WIDTH MODULATION dis-
cussion in this section).
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In addition, the Control Board monitors the thermostats, the main transformer primary currents and
input filter capacitor voltages. Depending on the fault
condition, the Control Board will activate the thermal
and/or the status light and will either disable or reduce
NOTE: Unshaded areas of Block Logic
Diagram are the subject of discussion
the machine output. In some conditions the input contactor will be de-energized.
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NPUT
BOARD
LEFT
S
WITCH
BOARD
RIGHT
S
WITCH
BOARD
INPUT
RECTIFIER
C
R1
GATEWAY
BOARD
DC
BUS
B
OARD
FEED
HEAD
B
OARD
P
OWER
B
OARD
CONTROL
BOARD
O
UTPUT
C
HOKE
ELECTRODE
T
ERMINAL
THERMOSTATS
T1
T2
AUX
RECONNECT
RELAY
WATER
COOLER
115 VAC
R
ECP.
115 VAC
FAN
ARC LINK
W
IRE
F
EEDER
RECP.
S1
S6
CONNECTION
T
O WIRE
DRIVE
S
1
S
6
VOLT
S
ENSE
BOARD
MAIN
T
RANSFORMER
S5
C
ONTACTOR AND PRECHARGE
CONTROL SIGNALS FROM
CONTROL BOARD
The output rectifier receives the AC output from the
main transformer secondary and rectifies it to a DC
voltage level. The output choke is in series with the
negative leg of the output rectifier and also in series
with the welding load. Due to the current "smoothing"
capability of the output choke, a filtered DC output
current is applied through the machine output terminals to the welding arc.
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NOTE: Unshaded areas of Block Logic
Diagram are the subject of discussion
POWER WAVE 655/R
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THEORY OF OPERATION
THERMAL PROTECTION
Three normally closed (NC) thermostats protect the
machine from excessive operating temperatures.
These thermostats are wired in series and are connected to the control board. One of the thermostats is
located on the heat sink of the output rectifier, one on
the DC bus, and one on the output choke. Excessive
temperatures may be caused by a lack of cooling air or
by operating the machine beyond its duty cycle or output rating. If excessive operating temperatures should
occur, the thermostats will prevent output from the
machine. The yellow thermal light, located on the front
of the machine, will be illuminated. The thermostats
are self-resetting once the machine cools sufficiently. If
the thermostat shutdown was caused by excessive
output or duty cycle and the fan is operating normally,
the power switch may be left on and the reset should
occur within a 15-minute period. If the fan is not turning or the intake air louvers are obstructed, the power
must be removed from the machine and the fan condition or air obstruction corrected. On later production
machines (above code 10500) the cooling fan runs
only when necessary. The F.A.N. (fan as needed) system is controlled by the Control Board via a solid state
relay.
OVER CURRENT PROTECTION
If the average weld current exceeds 880 amps, the
peak current will be limited to 100 amps until the average current decreases to under 50 amps or the system
is re-triggered.
UNDER/OVER VOLTAGE
PROTECTION
A protective circuit is included on the Control Board to
monitor the voltage across the input capacitors. In the
event that a capacitor voltage is too high, too low, or
becomes unbalanced side-to-side, the protection circuit will de-energize the input contactor. Machine output will be disabled, and the "soft start" mode will be
repeated. The protection circuit will prevent output if
any of the following circumstances occur.
1. Capacitor conditioning is required. (This may be
required if the machine has been off for a long period of time and is connected for high input voltage
operation.)
2. Voltage across a capacitor exceeds 467 volts. (This
could result from high line surges or improper input
voltage connections.)
PROTECTIVE CIRCUITS
Protective circuits are designed into the Power Wave
655/R to sense trouble and shut down the machine
before damage occurs to the machineʼs internal components. Error Codes will be flashed out by the
Red/Green Status LED on the front panel and LEDʼs on
the Control Board to help identify the reason for the
shutdown. See the Troubleshooting Section for more
information regarding Error Codes. Fault codes can
also be seen by using the Diagnostic Software.
3. Voltage across a capacitor is under 70 volts. (This
would be due to improper input voltage connections.)
4. Internal component damage.
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An IGBT is a type of transistor. IGBTs are semiconductors well suited for high frequency switching and
high current applications.
Drawing A shows an IGBT in a passive mode. There is
no gate signal, (zero volts relative to the source), and
therefore, no current flow. The drain terminal of the
IGBT may be connected to a voltage supply; but since
there is no conduction, the circuit will not supply current
to components connected to the source. The circuit is
turned off like a light switch in the OFF position.
Drawing B shows the IGBT in an active mode. When
the gate signal, a positive DC voltage relative to the
source, is applied to the gate terminal of the IGBT, it
is capable of conducting current. A voltage supply
connected to the drain terminal will allow the IGBT to
conduct and supply current to circuit components coupled to the source. Current will flow through the conducting IGBT to downstream components as long as
the positive gate signal is present. This is similar to
turning ON a light switch.
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MINIMUM OUTPUT
50
sec
25
sec
MAXIMUM OUTPUT
sec
s
ec
sec
24
sec
24
sec
sec
1
50
sec
sec
1
THEORY OF OPERATION
FIGURE E.10 – TYPICAL IGBT OUTPUTS
PULSE WIDTH MODULATION
The term PULSE WIDTH MODULATION (PWM) is
used to describe how much time is devoted to conduction in the positive and negative portions of the cycle.
Changing the pulse width is known as MODULATION.
Pulse Width Modulation is the varying of the pulse
width over the allowed range of a cycle to affect the
output of the machine.
MINIMUM OUTPUT
By controlling the duration of the gate signal, the IGBT
is turned on and off for different durations during a
cycle. The top drawing shows the minimum output signal possible over a 50-microsecond time period.
1
An IGBT group consists of the sets of IGBT modules grouped onto
one switch board.
The shaded portion of the signal represents one IGBT
1
group
, conducting for 1 microsecond. The negative portion is the other IGBT group. The dwell time (off time) is
48 microseconds (both IGBT groups off). Since only 2
microseconds of the 50-microsecond time period are
devoted to conducting, the output power is minimized.
MAXIMUM OUTPUT
By holding the gate signals on for 24 microseconds each
and allowing only 2 microseconds of dwell or off time
(one microsecond during each half cycle) during the 50
microsecond cycle, the output is maximized. The darkened area under the minimum output curve can be compared to the area under the maximum output curve. The
more darkened area, the more power is present.
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NOTES
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Service and Repair should only be performed by Lincoln Electric Factory Trained
Personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to
the technician and machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your
safety and to avoid Electrical Shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions
detailed throughout this manual.
This Troubleshooting Guide is provided to
help you locate and repair possible machine
malfunctions. Simply follow the three-step
procedure listed below.
Step 1. LOCATE PROBLEM (SYMPTOM).
Look under the column labeled “PROBLEM
(SYMPTOMS)”. This column describes possible symptoms that the machine may exhibit. Find the listing that best describes the
symptom that the machine is exhibiting.
Symptoms are grouped into the following
categories: output problems, function problems, wire feeding problems, and welding
problems.
Step 2. PERFORM EXTERNAL TESTS.
The second column labeled “POSSIBLE
AREAS OF MISADJUSTMENT(S)” lists the
obvious external possibilities that may contribute to the machine symptom. Perform
these tests/checks in the order listed. In
general, these tests can be conducted without removing the case wrap-around cover.
Step 3. RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
The last column labeled “Recommended
Course of Action” lists the most likely components that may have failed in your
machine. It also specifies the appropriate
test procedure to verify that the subject component is either good or bad. If there are a
number of possible components, check the
components in the order listed
one possibility at a time until you locate the
cause of your problem.
All of the referenced test procedures
referred to in the Troubleshooting Guide are
described in detail at the end of this chapter.
Refer to the Troubleshooting and Repair
Table of Contents to locate each specific
Test Procedure. All of the specified test
points, components, terminal strips, etc. can
be found on the referenced electrical wiring
diagrams and schematics. Refer to the
Electrical Diagrams Section Table of
Contents to locate the appropriate diagram.
to eliminate
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CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
tests/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting
assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
PC BOARD TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK
can kill.
•
Have an electrician install and
service this equipment. Turn the
input power OFF at the fuse box
before working on equipment. Do
not touch electrically hot parts.
CAUTION
Sometimes machine failures appear to be due to PC
board failures. These problems can sometimes be
traced to poor electrical connections. To avoid problems when troubleshooting and replacing PC boards,
please use the following procedure:
1. Determine to the best of your technical ability
that the PC board is the most likely component
causing the failure symptom.
2. Check for loose connections at the PC board
to assure that the PC board is properly
connected.
3. If the problem persists, replace the suspect PC
board using standard practices to avoid static
electrical damage and electrical shock. Read
the warning inside the static resistant bag and
perform the following procedures:
PC board can be damaged by static electricity.
- Remove your bodyʼs static
charge before opening the staticshielding bag. Wear an anti-static
wrist strap. For safety, use a 1
Meg ohm resistive cord connected
to a grounded part of the
equipment frame.
ATTENTION
Static-Sensitive
Devices
Handle only at
Static-Safe
Workstations
- If you donʼt have a wrist strap,
touch an un-painted, grounded,
part of the equipment frame. Keep
touching the frame to prevent
static build-up. Be sure not to
touch any electrically live parts at
the same time.
- Remove the PC board from the static-shielding bag
and place it directly into the equipment. Donʼt set the
PC board on or near paper, plastic or cloth which
could have a static charge. If the PC board canʼt be
installed immediately, put it back in the static-shielding bag.
- If the PC board uses protective shorting jumpers,
donʼt remove them until installation is complete.
- If you return a PC board to The Lincoln Electric
Company for credit, it must be in the static-shielding
bag. This will prevent further damage and allow proper failure analysis.
4. Test the machine to determine if the failure
symptom has been corrected by the
replacement PC board.
NOTE: It is desirable to have a spare (known good)
PC board available for PC board troubleshooting.
NOTE: Allow the machine to heat up so that all
electrical components can reach their operating
temperature.
5. Remove the replacement PC board and
substitute it with the original PC board to
recreate the original problem.
a. If the original problem does not reappear by
substituting the original board, then the PC
board was not the problem. Continue to look
for bad connections in the control wiring
harness, junction blocks, and terminal strips.
b. If the original problem is recreated by the
substitution of the original board, then the PC
board was the problem. Reinstall the
replacement PC board and test the machine.
6. Always indicate that this procedure was
followed when warranty reports are to be
submitted.
NOTE: Following this procedure and writing on the
warranty report, “INSTALLED AND SWITCHED PC
BOARDS TO VERIFY PROBLEM,” will help avoid
denial of legitimate PC board warranty claims.
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- Tools which come in contact with the PC board must
be either conductive, anti-static or static-dissipative.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
USING THE STATUS LED TO
TROUBLESHOOT SYSTEM
PROBLEMS
The Power Wave / Power Feed are best diagnosed as
a system. Each component (power source, user interface, and feed head) has a status light, and when a
problem occurs it is important to note the condition of
each. In addition, errors displayed on the user interface
in most cases indicate only that a problem exists in the
power source, not what the problem may be.
Therefore, prior to cycling power to the system,
check the power source status light for error
sequences as noted below. This is especially
LIGHT CONDITION
Status LED is solid green (no blinking).
Status LED is blinking green.
important if the user interface displays "Err 006" or
"Err 100" .
Included in this section is information about the power
source Status LED, and some basic troubleshooting
charts for both machine and weld performance.
The STATUS LIGHT is a two color light that indicates
system errors. Normal operation is a steady green
light. Error conditions are indicated in the following
chart.
NOTE: The Power Wave status light will flash green,
and sometimes red and green, for up to one minute
when the machine is first turned on. This is a normal
situation as the machine goes through a self test at
power up.
MEANING
1. System OK. Power source communicating normally
with wire feeder and its components.
2. Occurs during a reset, and indicates the Power
Wave 455M (CE) is mapping (identifying) each component in the system. Normal for first 1-10 seconds
after power is turned on, or if the system configuration is changed during operation.
Status LED is blinking red and green.
Status LED is solid red (no blinking).
Status LED is blinking red.
3. Non-recoverable system fault. If the PS Status light
is flashing any combination of red and green, errors
are present in the Power Wave 455M (CE). Read
the error code before the machine is turned off.
Error Code interpretation through the Status light is
detailed in the Service Manual. Individual code digits
are flashed in red with a long pause between digits.
If more than one code is present, the codes will be
separated by a green light.
To clear the error, turn power source off, and back on
to reset.
Not Applicable
Not applicable.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
ERROR CODES FOR THE POWER WAVE
The following is a list of possible error codes that the Power Wave 655 can output via the status light If connected to a PF-10/11 these error codes will generally be accompanied by an "Err 006" or "Err 100" on the user interface display.
Error Code #
11CAN communication bus off.
12User Interface time out error.
31Primary overcurrent error.
32Capacitor "A" under voltage
(Left side facing machine)
33Capacitor "B" under voltage
(Right side facing machine)
34Capacitor "A" over voltage
(Left side facing machine)
35Capacitor "B" over voltage
(Right side facing machine)
Indication
Probably due to excessive number of communication errors.
UI is no longer responding to the Power Source. The most likely
cause is a fault/bad connection in the communication leads or control cable.
Contact the Service Department or
instructions on reloading the Welding Software.
Contact the Service Department or
instructions on reloading the Welding Software.
Contact the Service Department or
instructions on reloading the Welding Software..
Excessive Primary current present. May be related to a short in the
main transformer or output rectifier.
Low voltage on the main capacitors. May be caused by improper
input configuration.
When accompanied by an overvoltage error on the same side, it
indicates no capacitor voltage present on that side, and is usually
the result of an open or short in the primary side of the machine.
Excess voltage on the main capacitors. May be caused by improper
input configuration.
When accompanied by an under voltage error on the same side, it
indicates no capacitor voltage present on that side, and is usually
the result of an open or short in the primary side of the machine.
Indicates over temperature. Usually accompanied by Thermal LED.
Check fan operation. Be sure process does not exceed duty cycle
limit of the machine.
Capacitor precharge failed. Usually accompanied by codes 32-35.
The secondary (weld) current limit has been exceeded. When this
occurs the machine output will phase back to 100 amps, typically
resulting in a condition referred to as "noodle welding"
NOTE: The secondary limit is 570 amps for the standard stud, and
325 amps.
The maximum voltage difference between the main capacitors has
been exceeded. May be accompanied by errors 32-35.
Indicates machine is running on single phase input power. Usually
caused by the loss of the middle leg (L2).
Error codes that contain three or four digits are defined as fatal
errors. These codes generally indicate internal errors on the PS
Control Board. If cycling the input power on the machine does not
clear the error, try reloading the latest version operating system
(available at
Service Department at 1-888-935-3877
powerwavesoftware.com
). If this fails, contact the
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Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
Major physical or electrical damage
is evident when the sheet metal
covers are removed.
The input fuses repeatedly fail or
the input circuit breakers keep tripping.
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S)
OUTPUT PROBLEMS
Contact your local authorized
Lincoln Electric Field Service
Facility for technical assistance.
1. Make certain the fuses or breakers are properly sized.
2. Make certain the reconnect
panel is configured properly for
the applied voltage.
3. The welding procedure may be
drawing too much input current
or the duty cycle may be too
high. Reduce the welding current and/or reduce the duty
cycle.
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
Contact the Lincoln Electric Service
Department at 1-888-935-3877
1. Check the reconnect switches
and associated wiring. See the
Wiring Diagram.
2. Perform the Input Rectifier
Test.
3. Perform the Switch Board
Test.
4. Perform the Input Contactor
Test.
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CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely,
contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
Call 1-888-935-3877.
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Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
The machine is dead—no lights—
no output—the machine appears to
be off.
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S)
OUTPUT PROBLEMS
1. Make certain the input power
switch SW1 is in the ON position.
2. Check the main input fuses (or
breakers). If open, replace or
reset.
3. Check the 6 amp CB4 breaker
located in the reconnect area.
Reset if tripped.
4. Make certain the reconnect
panel is configured correctly for
the applied input voltage.
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
1. Check the input power switch
SW1 for proper operation. Also
check the associated leads for
loose or faulty connections.
See the Wiring Diagram.
2. Check circuit breaker CB4 for
proper operation
3. Perform the T1 Auxiliary
Trans former Test.
4. The power board rectifier may
be faulty. Check rectifier and
associated wiring. See the
Wiring Diagram.
5. Perform the DC Buss Board
Test.
6. Perform the Power Board Test.
7. The Control Board may be
faulty.
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If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely,
contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
Call 1-888-935-3877.
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Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
The Power Wave 655/R does not
have welding output. The main
input contactor CR1 is not activating.
The thermal light is lit. The
machine regularly "overheats."
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S)
OUTPUT PROBLEMS
1. Turn the input power off and
make certain the reconnect
panel is configured correctly for
the applied input voltage.
2. If the Thermal light is lit, the unit
may be overheated. Let the
machine cool and adjust welding load and/or duty cycle to
coincide with the output limits of
the machine.
1. The welding application may be
exceeding the recommended
duty cycle and/or current limits
of the machine.
2. Dirt and dust may have clogged
the cooling channels inside the
machine. Refer to the Maint -enance Section of this manual.
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
1. Perform the Input Contactor
Test.
2. Perform the Input Board Test.
3. Perform the T1 Auxiliary
Transformer Test.
4. Perform the Input Rectifier
Test.
5. Perform the Switch Board
Test.
6. Perform the Power Board Test.
7. The Control Board may be faulty.
1. One of the thermostats may be
faulty. Also check associated
wiring for loose or faulty connections. See the Wiring
Diagram.
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3. Air intake and exhaust louvers
may be blocked due to inadequate clearance around the
machine.
4. Make sure the fan is functioning
correctly. Machines above code
10500 are equipped with F.A.N.
(fan as needed) circuitry. The
fan runs whenever the output is
enabled, whether under load or
open circuit conditions. The fan
also runs for a period of time
(approximately 5 minutes) after
the output is disabled.
CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely,
contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
Call 1-888-935-3877.
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Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
The machine often "noodle welds"
when running a particular process.
The output is limited to approximately 100 amps.
The Power Wave 655/R will not
produce full output.
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S)
FUNCTION PROBLEMS
1. The machine may be trying to
deliver too much power. When
the average output current
exceeds 570 amps, the
machine will "phase back" to
protect itself.
Adjust the procedure or reduce
the load to lower the current
draw from the Power Wave
655/R machine.
1. The input voltage may be too
low, limiting the output capability
of the machine. Make certain
the input voltage is correct for
the machine and the reconnect
panel configuration.
2. Make sure all three phases of
input power are being applied to
the machine.
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
1. Perform the Current
Transducer Test.
2. The Control Board may be
faulty.
1. Perform the Output Rectifier
Test.
2. Perform the Current Transducer Test.
3. Perform the Power Board Test.
4. The Control Board may be
faulty.
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If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely,
contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
Call 1-888-935-3877.
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Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
The Auxiliary Receptacle is "dead."
The 120VAC is not present at the
receptacle.
The Power Wave 655/R is "triggered" for output but there is no
welding output.
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S)
FUNCTION PROBLEMS
1. Check the 10 amp circuit breaker (CB2) located on the case
front. Reset if necessary.
2. Check the 6 amp circuit breaker
(CB4) located in the reconnect
area. Reset if necessary.
3. Make sure all three phases of
input power are being applied to
the machine.
1. Make sure that the triggering
method and device is correct
and operating properly.
2. Check circuit breaker CB4.
Reset if tripped.
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
1. Check the receptacle and associated wiring for loose or faulty
connections. See the Wiring
Diagram.
2. Perform the T2 Auxiliary
Trans former Test.
Use the Diagnostic Software to
locate the problem. The latest software and the Diagnostic Utilities
software is available at
power-
wavesoftware.com.
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If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely,
contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
Call 1-888-935-3877.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT FILTER CAPACITOR DISCHARGE PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
DESCRIPTION
This “safety” procedure should be performed before any internal maintenance or repair
procedures are attempted on the POWER WAVE 655/R. Capacitors normally discharge
within 2 minutes of removing input power. This procedure is used to check that the capacitors have properly discharged.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. hand tools
Volt-ohmmeter
25-1000 ohms @ 25 watts (minimum) resistor
Electrically insulated gloves and pliers
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PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R.
2. Remove the left and right case sides.
3. Remove the two High Voltage Protection
shields. Be careful not to touch the capacitor
terminals that are located at the bottom of the
left and right side switch boards.
4. With a voltmeter, carefully check for a DC voltage at the capacitor terminals of both boards.
Note the polarity as marked on the PC board.
5. If any voltage is present, proceed to Step #6. If
no voltage is present, the capacitors are discharged.
NOTE: Normally the capacitors discharge with-in
about two minutes after input power is
removed.
POWER WAVE 655/R
6. Using the high wattage resistor (25-1000 ohms
@ 25 watts), with electrically insulated gloves
and pliers, touch the resistor across the two
capacitor terminals. Hold the resistor in place
for 10 seconds. DO NOT TOUCH THE
CAPACITOR TERMINALS WITH YOUR BARE
HANDS. NEVER USE A SHORTING STRAP
FOR THIS PROCEDURE.
7. Repeat procedure for the other capacitors.
8. Recheck the voltage across the capacitor terminals. The voltage should be zero. If any voltage
remains, repeat the discharge procedure.
NOTE: If the capacitor voltage is present after the
discharge has been performed, this may
indicate a faulty switch board.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
SWITCH BOARD TEST PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
TEST DESCRIPTION
This test will help determine if the “power section” of the switch boards are functioning correctly. This test will NOT indicate if the entire PC board is functional. This resistance test
is preferable to a voltage test with the machine energized because these boards can be
damaged easily. In addition, it is dangerous to work on these boards with the machine
energized.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. Hand Tools
Torque Wrench
Volt-ohmmeter
Wiring Diagram
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
SWITCH BOARD TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.2 – LEFT SIDE
NOTE: Resistance checks of the Switch Boards in this machine will vary greatly depending on
the type and model of meter being used. Comparative readings between the two sides
of a board and/or between the two Switch Boards will be more meaningful than the actual numbers. In all cases, readings of all sets of test points should be approximately the
same. If not using an ʻauto-rangingʼ meter, select the X1000 scale.
The readings in Table F.1 are representative of the meters available when this test was
developed.
PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R.
2. Remove the case sides.
3. Perform the Capacitor Discharge Procedure.
4 Using the volt-ohmmeter, perform the resistance
tests detailed in Table F.1. The readings should
all be similar. One or more readings that vary
considerably will usually indicate a defective
board. Refer to Figures F.2 and F.3 for the test
points
5. If any test fails replace the Switch Board. See
Switch Board Removal and Replacement.
NOTE: Switch boards should have Identical
base numbers and dash numbers.
6. If the switch board resistance tests are OK,
check the molex pin connections and associated wiring from the switch boards to the control
board. See the Wiring Diagram.
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NOTES
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT RECTIFIER TEST PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
TEST DESCRIPTION
This test will help determine if the input rectifier has “shorted” or “open” diodes.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Analog volt-ohmmeter
Misc. Hand Tools
Wiring Diagram
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NEG (-)
A
B
C
INPUT
RECTIFIER
POS (+)
F-18F-18
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT RECTIFIER TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.4 – INPUT RECTIFIER TEST
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PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R.
2. Remove the case top and Input Panel.
3. Perform the Capacitor Discharge Procedure.
4. Locate the Input Rectifier and lead locations.
Refer to Figure F.4.
5. Use an ohmmeter to perform the tests detailed
in Table F.2.
6. If the rectifier does not meet the expected readings,remove the POS. and NEG leads and retest. If it still fails the test it should be replaced.
POWER WAVE 655/R
NOTE: Some of the RTV material will have to be
removed. The terminals should be resealed with RTV when testing or replacement is complete.
9. See the Input Rectifier Removal andReplacement procedure for proper torque settings when re-connecting the leads to the rectifier.
10. Before installing a new rectifier, perform the
Switch Board test and the Input Contactor
test.
11. Replace the case top and input panel.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT RECTIFIER TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
TABLE F.2 – INPUT RECTIFIER TEST POINTS AND ACCEPTABLE READINGS
TEST POINT TERMINALS
+ Probe- Probe
A
B
C
A
B
C
NEG
NEG
NEG
POS
POS
POS
NEG (F)
NEG (F)
NEG (F)
POS (D)
POS (D)
POS (D)
A
B
C
A
B
C
ANALOG METER X100
RANGE
Acceptable Meter Readings
Greater than 1000 ohms
Greater than 1000 ohms
Greater than 1000 ohms
Greater than 1000 ohms
Greater than 1000 ohms
Greater than 1000 ohms
NOTE: Digital meters may not provide enough current in the “ohms” mode to achieve the read-
ings indicated. They will, however, indicate whether the device is shorted (typical failure
mode) or open. A ʻshortedʼ device will usually read a low resistance (<100Ω) in both
polarities. An ʻopenʼ device will read as if the meter leads were not connected to anything (typically “OL”) in both polarities.
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F-20F-20
NOTES
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT CONTACTOR TEST PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
TEST DESCRIPTION
This test will help determine if the input contactor is functional and if the contacts are
functioning correctly.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. Hand Tools
Volt-ohmmeter
External 24 VAC supply
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INPUT
CONTACTOR
601
X4
F-22F-22
L3
L2
L1
T3
T2
T1
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT CONTACTOR TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.5 – INPUT CONTACTOR COIL
FFIIGGUURREEFF..55AA
CCOONNTTAACCTTOORR
TTEESSTTPPOOIINNTTSS
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PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R.
2. Remove the input access panel and case top.
3. Locate, mark, and remove the two leads (601,
X4) that are connected to the input contactor
coil. Refer to Figure F.5.
4. Use an ohmmeter to check the resistance of the
coil. It should be approximately 6Ω.
5. Check the resistance across the contacts:
Refer to Figure F.5A
L1 to T1 , L2 to T2 and L3 to T3.
All three readings should show “open”
If the resistance is low, the input contactor is
faulty.
POWER WAVE 655/R
6. Press in on the “test button” and recheck the
contacts as in Step 5.
NOTE: If a 24 vac supply is available, it can be
connected to the coil terminals to activate
the contactor, instead of using the Test
Button.
All readings should be very close to 0Ω
If the resistance is high, the input contactor is
faulty.
7. Reconnect the two leads (601, X4) to the input
contactor coil.
8. Replace the input access door and case top.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
DC BUS BOARD TEST PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
TEST DESCRIPTION
This test will determine if the DC Bus PC Board is receiving and processing the proper
voltages.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. Hand Tools
Volt/ohmmeter
Wiring Diagram
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A1
C13
L1
C15
R12
R9
R10
R11
R25
D1
D2
DZ4
C6
R4
R5
R7
R8
R19
X1
X2
C2
C3
C5
C7
C8
C9
C10
C11
MOV1
LED1
R3
R13
R14
R20
R21
R22
R23
DZ5
DZ6
R15 R16
D3
J47 J46
C14
C16
C17
D4
D5
MOV2
R26
R27
R28
R29
C1
LED
J47
J46
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
3
4
C3
Power Bd.
Rectier
F-24F-24
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
DC BUS BOARD TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.6 – DC BUS PC BOARD
PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the input power from the machine.
2. Remove the case top.
3. Locate the DC Bus PC Board and plugs P46 and
P47. See Figure F.6.
4. Carefully apply input power to the POWER WAVE
655/R.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
High voltage is present when input
power is applied to the machine.
5. Turn on the POWER WAVE 655/R. The LED on the
DC Bus Board should light.
If the LED does not light, check the input voltage to
the board at the terminals of the capacitor C-3. It
should read 65-75vdc.
6. If the input voltage is correct the DC Bus Board may
be defective. If not, check the Power Board
Rectifier and the Auxiliary Transformer T1.
7. Check the Bus Board output voltages at P47 per
Table F.3.
TABLE F.3 - DC Bus Bd Output Voltages
Positive
Meter
Probe
Pin 7Pin 638 to 42to Power PC Bd.
Negative
Meter
Probe
Voltage
Reading
(vdc)
Pin 8Pin 638 to42 to Power PC Bd.
Pin 4Pin 238 to 42to Feed Head Bd.
Pin 3Pin 138 to 42
to S1 - Wire Feeder
Receptacle
8. If any of the readings is incorrect, replace the
board.
9. Disconnect the input power and replace the case
top.
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F-25F-25
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
POWER BOARD TEST PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
TEST DESCRIPTION
This test will help determine if the Power Board is receiving the correct voltages and also
if the Power Board is regulating and producing the correct DC voltages.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. Hand Tools
Volt-ohmmeter
Wiring Diagram
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POWER
PC BOARD
CAPACITOR
C3
Power Bd.
Rectier
6 5 4 4 3 12 11 10 9 8 7
3 2 1 2 1 6 5 4 3 2 1
F-26F-26
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
POWER BOARD TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.7 – POWER BOARD TEST
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PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R.
2. Remove the case top.
3. Locate the Power Board and plugs J42 and
J43. Do not remove plugs or leads from thePower Board. Refer to Figure F.7.
4. Carefully apply input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. High
voltage is present when input
power is applied to the machine.
POWER WAVE 655/R
5. Turn on the POWER WAVE 655/R. Carefully
test for the correct voltages at the Power Board
according to Table F.4.
6. If either of the 40 VDC voltages is low or not
present at plug J41, perform the DC Bus PCBoard Test. See the Wiring Diagram. Also
perform the T1 Auxiliary Transformer Test.
7. If any of the DC voltages are low or not present
at plugs J42 and/or J43, the Power Board may
be faulty.
8. Replace the case top.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
POWER BOARD TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
TABLE F.4 – POWER BOARD VOLTAGE CHECKS
CHECK POINT
LOCATION
POWER BOARD
CONNECTOR
PLUG J41
POWER BOARD
CONNECTOR
PLUG J42
POWER BOARD
CONNECTOR
PLUG J42
POWER BOARD
CONNECTOR
PLUG J42
POWER BOARD
CONNECTOR
PLUG J43
TEST
DESCRIPTION
CHECK 40 VDC
INPUT FROM
DC BUS BOARD
CHECK +15
VDC SUPPLY FROM
POWER BOARD
CHECK +5 VDC
SUPPLY FROM
POWER BOARD
CHECK -15 VDC
SUPPLY FROM
POWER BOARD
CHECK +5 VDC
ARCLINK SUPPLY
FROM POWER BOARD
CONNECTOR
PLUG PIN NO.
2 (+)
1 (-)
475477
1 (+)
5 (-)
225
222
3 (+)
5 (-)
221
222
2 (+)
5 (-)
223
222
5 (+)
10 (-)
274
LEAD NO. OR
IDENTITY
477 (+)
475 (-)
225 (+)
222 (-)
221 (+)
222 (-)
222 (+)
223 (-)
274 (+)
273 (-)
NORMAL
ACCEPTABLE
VOLTAGE
READING
38 – 42 VDC
+15 VDC
+5 VDC
-15 VDC
+5 VDC
POWER BOARD
CONNECTOR
PLUG J43
POWER BOARD
CONNECTOR
PLUG J43
POWER BOARD
CONNECTOR
PLUG J41
POWER BOARD
CONNECTOR
PLUG J43
POWER BOARD
CONNECTOR
PLUG J43
CHECK +5 VDC
“RS-232” SUPPLY
FROM POWER BOARD
CHECK +15 VDC
SPI SUPPLY FROM
POWER BOARD
CHECK +40 VDC
INPUT FROM
DC BUS BOARD
CHECK +5 VDC
SPI SUPPLY FROM
POWER BOARD
CHECK +20 VDC STT
SUPPLY FROM
POWER BOARD
4 (+)
9 (-)
228
6 (+)
11 (-)
4 (+)
3 (-)
476478
3 (+)
12 (-)
268A
7 (+)
346
1 (-)
345
273
226
266
267
262
226 (+)
228 (-)
266 (+)
267 (-)
478 (+)
476 (-)
268A (+)
262 (-)
345 (+)
346 (-)
+5 VDC
+15 VDC
38 – 42 VDC
+5 VDC
+20 VDC
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F-28F-28
NOTES
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F-29F-29
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT BOARD TEST PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
TEST DESCRIPTION
This test will help determine if the Input Board is sending the correct voltages and also if
the Input Board is regulating and producing the correct DC voltages.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. Hand Tools
Volt-ohmmeter
Wiring Diagram
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INPUT
C
ONTACTOR
6
01
X
4
J
60
J
61
INPUT
PC BOARD
8 7 6 5
4 3 2 1
10 9 8 7 6
5 4 3 2 1
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT BOARD TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.8 – INPUT BOARD AND CONTACTOR
PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R.
2. Remove the case top.
3. Remove lead X4 from the coil terminal of main
input contactor CR1. Insulate lead X4. Refer to
Figure F.8.
4. Carefully apply input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R.
WARNING
5. Turn on the POWER WAVE 655/R. Carefully
test for the correct voltages according to Table
F.5.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
High voltage is present when input
power is applied to the machine.
6. Remove input power to the POWER WAVE
655/R. If any of the voltages are low or not present, perform the Input Contactor Test. If that
checks out, the Input Board may by faulty.
7. Reconnect lead X4 to the main input contactor
CR1 coil terminal.
8. Carefully apply the correct input voltage to the
POWER WAVE 655/R.
9. Turn on the POWER WAVE 655/R. Check for
the presence of 24 VAC from lead X4 to lead
601. See Figure F. 9.
9. This 24 VAC is the coil voltage for main input
contactor CR1. It will normally be present
approximately 12 seconds after input line
switch (SW1) is activated.
10. If the voltage is not present, perform the
Auxiliary Transformer #1 Test.
11. Disconnect the input power and replace the
case top.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT BOARD TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
TABLE F.5 – INPUT BOARD VOLTAGE CHECKS
TEST POINTS
PLUG J61 PIN 8 (H1D)
TO
PLUG J61 PIN 6 (612)
PLUG J61 PIN 10 (T3)
TO
PLUG J61 PIN 2 (T1)
PLUG J60 PIN 3 (238)
TO
PLUG J60 PIN 4 (604)
NUMBERS
#612
T1
LEAD
J61
H1D
J61
J60
#238
T3
#604
EXPECTED
VOLTAGE
READINGS
SAME AS
INPUT
VOLTAGE
A LITTLE LESS
THAN INPUT
VOLTAGE
13 – 15 VDC
COMMENTS
Present when Input
Switch SW1 is closed.
This is Pre-Charge Voltage and
will normally be present 6 seconds after activating Input Switch
SW1. The Pre-Charge Voltage
should remain for approximately 6
seconds and then be removed.
This is the Coil Voltage for the
Pre-Charge Relay. Normally this
DC Voltage will be present 6 seconds after Input Switch SW1 is
activated. This 13 - 15 VDC will
remain for approximately 6 seconds and then be removed. The
Relay is controlled by the Control
Board. See the Wiring Diagram.
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PLUG J60 PIN 3 (238)
TO
PLUG J60 PIN 5 (232)
#232
J60
13 – 15 VDC
#238
POWER WAVE 655/R
This is the DC Coil Voltage for the
Control Relay. Normally this DC
Voltage will be present approximately 12 seconds after Input
Switch SW1 is activated. The
Relay is controlled by the Control
PC Board. See the Wiring
Diagram.
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F-33F-33
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
CURRENT TRANSDUCER TEST PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
TEST DESCRIPTION
This test will help determine if the Current Transducer and associated wiring is functioning correctly.
NOTE: The Diagnostic Utility Software is on the Utilities Disc that was shipped with the
machine. It can also be accessed from the Lincoln Service Navigator or downloaded from the “web” at
Powerwavesoftware.com.
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F-34F-34
CURRENT
TRANSDUCER
J8
216
211
212
213
CONTROL BOARD
J8
5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4
P91
1234
J9
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
CURRENT TRANSDUCER TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.9 – CURRENT TRANSDUCER TEST
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PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R.
2. Remove the case top and the control box cover.
3. Locate the current transducer leads at Control
Board plug J8. See Figure F.9.
4. Carefully apply input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
High voltage is present when input
power is applied to the machine.
POWER WAVE 655/R
5. Turn on the POWER WAVE 655/R. Check for
the correct DC supply voltage to the current
transducer at plug J8. See Figure F.9.
A. Pin 2 (lead 212+) to pin 6 (lead 216-)
should read approximately +15 VDC.
B. Pin 3 (lead 213-) to pin 6 (lead 216+)
should read approximately -15 VDC.
NOTE: Do not attempt to check the voltages at the
Current Transducer connector. The terminals are small and delicate and may be
damaged if probed with meter leads.
If the DC supply voltages are not present, the
control board may be faulty. If the supply voltages are correct, procede to Step 6.
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RS 232
PORT
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
CURRENT TRANSDUCER TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.10 – RS 232 port
6. Connect a laptop computer to the PW655-R via
the RS232 port on the front of the machine. See
Figure F.10.
7. Connect a Load Bank (or 50ʼ weld cable) to the
Positive and Negative Output Studs of the
PW655-R.
8. Using the “Diagnostic Utility Software:
Establish Communication with the PW655R
Select the ʻCalibrateʼ tab.
Select the ʻ50 ampʼ Current Set Point
Select ʻTurn Output ONʼ
Use an external calibrated ammeter to read
actual current
9. Check the feedback voltage at the Control
Board plug J8 per Table F.6.
Pin 1 (lead 211 +) to pin 6 (lead 216 -).
10. Repeat the test at several other current levels.
If the feedback voltage is correct for the actual
current, the Current Transducer is OK
TABLE F.6 - CURRENT FEEDBACK CHART
OUTPUT CURRENT (Actual)
If the feeback voltage is not present, check the
wiring from the Control Board to the Current
Transducer, See the Wiring Diagram.
CAUTION: If using a weld cable across the output
studs instead of a Load Bank, do not
exceed the current rating of the cable.
11. If supply voltages are correct but feedback
voltages are incorrect, the Current Transducer or
wiring from P91 to the Control Board may be
defective. See the Wiring Diagram.
If the ʻactualʼ (measured) current does not match
the ʻsetʼ current but the feedback voltage is
correct for the actual current, perform the
Machine Calibration.
12. Click on “Turn Output Off”
13. Disconnect the computer.
14. Remove input power and replace the control
box cover and case top.
EXPECTED FEEDBACK VOLTAGE
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500
450
400
350
300
250
200
150
100
50
POWER WAVE 655/R
4.0
3.6
3.2
2.8
2.4
2.0
1.6
1.2
0.8
0.4
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F-37F-37
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
OUTPUT RECTIFIER TEST PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
TEST DESCRIPTION
The test will help determine if any of the output rectifiers are shorted.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. Hand Tools
Analog Volt-Ohmmeter
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NEGATIVE (-)
OUTPUT
TERMINALS
POSITIVE (+)
OUTPUT
TERMINALS
R1
F-38F-38
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
OUTPUT RECTIFIER TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.11 – OUTPUT RECTIFIER TEST
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PROCEDURE
1. Remove main input supply power to the
POWER WAVE 655/R.
2. Remove the case sides and perform the InputFilter Capacitor Discharge procedure.
3. Remove any output cables that may be connected to the POWER WAVE 655/R.
4. Disconnect one end of lead 206A that connects
R1 to the Positive Output Terminal.
5. With an ohmmeter, measure the resistance
between the positive and negative output terminals. Refer to Figure F.11.
POWER WAVE 655/R
IMPORTANT: The positive (+) meter probe must
be attached to the positive (+) output
terminal and the negative (-) meter
probe must be attached to the negative (-) output terminal.
6. If the reading is more than 200 ohms, the output rectifier modules are not shorted. If the
reading is less than 200 ohms, one (or more) of
the rectifier modules is shorted. Refer to the
Output Rectifier Module Replacement procedure.
7. Reconnect lead 206A.
8. Replace the case sides.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 1 TEST PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
TEST DESCRIPTION
This test will determine if the correct voltage is being applied to the primary of Auxiliary
Transformer No. 1 and also if the correct voltages are being induced on the secondary
windings of the transformer.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Volt-ohmmeter
Misc. Hand Tools
Wiring Diagram
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INPUT
CONTACTOR
601
X4
POWER BOARD
RECTIFIER BRIDGE
X1
X2
+
-
X3
X5
AUXILIARY
TRANSFORMER #1
WHITE RED
FAN MOTOR
WINDING
FAN RELAY
444
X3A
F-40F-40
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 1 TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.12 – AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 1 TEST
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PROCEDURE
1. Remove the main input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R machine.
2. Remove the case top and sides.
3. Perform the Capacitor Discharge procedure.
POWER WAVE 655/R
4. Locate secondary leads X1 and X2 (at power
board rectifier bridge). Refer to Figure F.12.
5. Locate secondary leads X3 and X5 (fan motor
leads).
6. Locate secondary lead X4 (at main contactor).
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F-41F-41
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 1 TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
7. Carefully apply the correct input voltage to the
POWER WAVE 655/R.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
High voltage is present at primary of
the Auxiliary Transformer.
8. Check for the correct secondary voltages according
to Table F.7.
NOTE: The secondary voltages will vary proportionally
if the input line voltage varies from nominal.
9. If the correct secondary voltages are present, the
T1 auxiliary transformer is functioning properly. If
any of the secondary voltages are missing or low,
check to make certain the primary is configured
correctly for the input voltage applied. See the
Wiring Diagram.
10. If the correct input voltage is applied to the primary, and the secondary voltage(s) are not correct,
the T1 transformer may be faulty.
11. Replace any cables ties and insulation removed
earlier.
12. Replace the case sides and top.
TABLE F.7 – SECONDARY VOLTAGES
LEAD IDENTIFICATION
X1 to X2
X3 to X5
X3 to X4
NORMAL EXPECTED VOLTAGE
52 VAC
115 VAC
24 VAC
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F-42F-42
NOTES
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F-43F-43
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 2 TEST PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
TEST DESCRIPTION
This test will determine if the correct voltage is being applied to the primary of Auxiliary
Transformer No. 2 and also if the correct voltages are being induced on the secondary
windings of the transformer.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Volt-ohmmeter
Misc. HAnd Tools
Wiring Diagram
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1
2
5
3
4
3
2
1
5
2
6
3
6
4
4
1
350
(WHITE)
352
(BLACK)
33
(RED)
32
(WHITE)
352A
(BLACK)
H6
33A
(RED)
H1
To WATER
COOLER
RECEPTACLE
(S8)
To S4, CB2
& AUX. FAN
To AUX.ILIARY
TRANSFORMER
#2 PRIMARY
(P50)
F-44F-44
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 2 TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.13 – AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 2 TEST
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PROCEDURE
1. Remove the main input power to the POWER
WAVE 655/R machine.
2. Remove any load that may be connected to the
115 VAC receptacle.
3. Remove the case top and right side.
4. Locate plugs P52 and P50 at the Auxiliary
Transformer No. 2. Refer to Figure F.13.
5. Carefully apply the correct input power.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
High voltage is present at both
plugs.
POWER WAVE 655/R
6. Check for 115 VAC at plug P52 pins 1 and 4
(leads 350 to 33A). Check for 230 VAC at
plug P52 pins 1 and 2 (leads 350 to 352).
7. If 115 VAC and 230 VAC are present, Auxiliary
Transformer No. 2 is good.
8. If 115 is not present between pins 1 and 4, and
230 VAC is not present between pins 1 and 2,
check the associated leads and plugs for
loose or faulty connections.
9. Carefully test for the correct AC input voltage
applied to the primary windings at plug P50.
See the Wiring Diagram.
10. If the correct AC input voltage is applied to the
primary of the Auxiliary Transformer No. 2 and
the secondary voltage is not correct, the transformer may be faulty. Replace.
11. Replace any cables ties and insulation
removed earlier.
12. Replace the case top and side.
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F-45F-45
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT RECTIFIER REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
DESCRIPTION
This procedure will aid the technician in the removal and replacement of the input rectifier module.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. Hand Tools
Torque Wrench
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NEG (-)
A
B
C
INPUT
RECTIFIER
POS (+)
F-46F-46
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT RECTIFIER REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
(CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.14 – INPUT RECTIFIER REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove input power to the POWER WAVE
655/R.
2. Remove the case top, sides, and input access
panel.
3. Perform the Capacitor Discharge procedure.
4. Remove the RTV sealant from the input rectifier connection terminals. See Figure F. 14.
5. Label and carefully remove the five leads from
the input rectifier terminals. Note placement for
reassembly. See Figure F.14.
6. Using a 3/16” allen wrench, remove the two
mounting screws and washers from the rectifier
module.
7. Carefully remove the input rectifier module.
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
NOTE: Any instructions that are shipped with
the replacement part will supersede
these instructions.
1. Clean heat sink surfaces.
2. Apply a thin, even film (.004” t0 .01”) of thermal
compound (Penetrox A13) to the module. Keep
the compound away from the mounting holes.
Compound in the holes or on the threads of the
screws will affect the ability to get the proper
torque.
3. Mount the module to the heat sink and evenly
torque the mounting screws (with washers) to
44 in/lbs.
4. Assemble the leads to the correct module terminals and torque to 31 in/lbs. See Figure F.14.
5. Apply RTV sealant to the rectifier connection
terminals.
6. Replace the case top, sides, and input access
panel.
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F-47F-47
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT CONTACTOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
DESCRIPTION
This procedure will aid the technician in the removal and replacement of the input contactor.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. Hand Tools
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INPUT
CONTACTOR
601
X4
F-48F-48
L3
L2
L1
T3
T2
T1
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
INPUT CONTACTOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
(CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.15 – INPUT CONTACTOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
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REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove input power to the POWER WAVE
655/R.
2. Remove the case top, sides and input access
panel.
3. Perform the Capacitor Discharge procedure
4. Locate the input contactor. Label and carefully
remove the leads from the input contactor terminals. Note placement for reassembly. See
Figure F.15.
5. With a 5/16” nut driver or socket, remove the
three mounting screws. See Figure F.15.
6. Carefully remove the input contactor.
POWER WAVE 655/R
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
1. Mount the contactor and tighten the mounting
screws.
2. Connect the leads to the correct terminals. See
Figure F.15.
3. Replace the case top, sides and input access
panel.
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F-49F-49
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 1 REMOVAL AND
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
DESCRIPTION
This procedure will aid the technician in the removal and replacement of auxiliary transformer No. 1.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. Hand Tools
Wire splicing or soldering equipment
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INPUT
CONTACTOR
601
X4
POWER BOARD
RECTIFIER BRIDGE
X1
X2
+
-
X3
X5
AUXILIARY
TRANSFORMER #1
WHITE RED
FAN MOTOR
WINDING
FAN RELAY
444
X3A
F-50F-50
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 1 REMOVAL AND
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.16 – AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 1 REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
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REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove input power to the POWER WAVE
655/R.
2. Remove the case top, sides and input access
panel.
3. Perform the Capacitor Discharge procedure.
4. Remove the case back.
5. Disconnect lead X4 from the input contactor
coil.
6. Remove leads X1 and X2 from the power board
rectifier bridge. Refer to Figure16.
7. Cut X3 and X5 from the fan motor leads. Leave
enough length to splice in the new transformer
leads.
8. Cut the X3 lead that is connected to the input
board. Leave enough lead length to splice in
the new transformer lead.
9. Locate, label, and remove primary lead H1 from
circuit breaker CB4.
10. Label and remove primary leads H2, H3, H4,
and H5 from the terminals on the reconnect
panel. Note lead placement for reassembly.
11. Cut cable ties as necessary and clear the
leads.
12. Remove the two mounting screws holding the
transformer to the fan baffle and the base.
13. Carefully remove the transformer from the
POWER WAVE 655/R.
POWER WAVE 655/R
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
1. Carefully place the transformer into the
POWER WAVE 655/R.
2. Secure the transformer to the fan baffle and
the base.
3. Connect the primary leads H2, H3, H4, and
H5 to the proper terminals on the reconnect
panel.
4 Connect primary lead H1 to circuit breaker
CB4.
5. Splice the X3 lead of the new transformer with
the X3 lead connected to the input board.
6. Splice X3 and X5 leads of the new transformer to the fan motor leads X3 and X5.
7. Connect lead X4 to the main contactor coil
terminal.
8. Connect leads X1 and X2 to the power board
rectifier bridge.
9. Reposition any wire leads and install cable
ties as necessary.
10. Replace the case back, sides and top.
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F-51F-51
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 2 REMOVAL AND
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
DESCRIPTION
This procedure will aid the technician in the removal and replacement of auxiliary transformer No. 2.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. Hand Tools
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1
2
5
3
4
3
2
1
5
2
6
3
6
4
4
1
350
(WHITE)
352
(BLACK)
33
(RED)
32
(WHITE)
352A
(BLACK)
H6
33A
(RED)
H1
To WATER
COOLER
RECEPTACLE
(S8)
To S4, CB2
& AUX. FAN
To AUX.ILIARY
TRANSFORMER
#2 PRIMARY
(P50)
F-52F-52
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 2 REMOVAL AND
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.17 – AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER NO. 2 REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
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REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove input power to the POWER WAVE
655/R.
2. Remove the case top, sides and input access
panel.
3. Perform the Capacitor Discharge procedure.
4. Remove the case back.
5. Disconnect the three Molex Connectors indicated in Figure 17.
7. Remove the transformer mounting screws from
the Fan Baffle and the base.
8. Carefully remove the transformer from the
POWER WAVE 655/R.
POWER WAVE 655/R
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
1. Carefully place the transformer into the
POWER WAVE 655/R.
2. Install the two mounting screws that hold the
transformer to the machine base using the 3/8”
nut driver.
3. Connect leads 33 and 32 to circuit breaker CB4
and the 115 V receptacle.
4. Connect plugs P50 and P52.
5. Reposition any leads and install cable ties as
necessary.
6. Replace the case back.
7. Replace the case top, sides, and input access
panel.
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F-53F-53
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
CONTROL, FEED HEAD, VOLTAGE SENSE, OR AUXILIARY
DRIVER BOARD REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
DESCRIPTION
This procedure will aid the technician in the removal and replacement of either the
Control Board the Feed Head Board, the Auxiliary Driver Board or the Voltage Sense
Board.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc. Hand Tools
Anti-static wrist strap
CAUTION PC Boards can be damaged by static electricity.
• Remove your bodyʼs static charge before opening the static-shielding bag.
Wear an anti-static wrist strap. For safety, use a 1 MΩ resistive cord con nected to a grounded part of the equipment frame.
• If you donʼt have a wrist strap, touch an unpainted, grounded, part of the
equipment frame. Keep touching the frame to prevent static build-up. Be
sure not to touch any electrically live parts at the same time.
• Tools which come in contact with the PC Board must be either conductive,
anti-static or static-dissipative.
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CONTROL BOARD FEED HEAD BOARD
AUXILIARY
DRIVER BD.
VOLTAGE
SENSE BD.
Step 6
Removal
Step 6
Removal
F-54F-54
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
CONTROL, FEED HEAD, VOLTAGE SENSE OR AUXILIARY
DRIVER BOARD REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.18 – CONTROL OR FEED HEAD BOARD REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove input power to the POWER WAVE
655/R.
2. Remove the case top and sides.
3. Perform the Capacitor Discharge procedure.
Observe all static electricity precautions.
4. Remove the PC board compartment cover.
5. Remove the two screws holding the rear of the
Control Box in place. See Figure 18.
6. Clear the leads in the sleeving and the grommets on the sides of the control box.
7. Label and remove the molex plugs from the
Control Board and the Feed Head Board.
8. Tilt back the rear of the control box to access
the PC board mountings.
9. To remove the Voltage Sense Board, use a needle-nose pliers to carefully pinch the three plastic standoffs to release the board.
10. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the
Auxiliary Driver Bd.
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
1. Install the replacement board using the original
fasteners
2. Connect the Molex plugs to the Control Board
and the Feed Head Board. Be sure the lead
harnesses are securely and properly positioned.
3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to replace the
Auxiliary Driver Board.
4. Press the Voltage Sense Board onto its standoffs. Make sure the board snaps into place on
all three standoffs.
5. Secure the rear of the control box in place using
two screws. Be careful not to pinch any wires
between the control box sheeet metal pieces.
6. Replace any cable ties that might have been
removed.
7. Replace the PC board compartment cover.
8. Replace the case top and sides.
NOTE: If the Control Board is replaced it will be
necessary to do theCalibration
Procedure.
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F-55F-55
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
ETHERNET/GATEWAY PC BOARD
REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
WARNING
Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the
test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
DESCRIPTION
This procedure will aid the technician in the removal and replacement of the Gateway PC
Board.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Misc, Hand Tools
Anti-static wrist strap
CAUTION: PC Boards can be damaged by static electricity.
• Remove your bodyʼs static charge before opening the static-shielding bag.
Wear an anti-static wrist strap. For safety, use a 1 MΩ resistive cord con nected to a grounded part of the equipment frame.
• If you donʼt have a wrist strap, touch an unpainted, grounded, part of the
equipment frame. Keep touching the frame to prevent static build-up. Be
sure not to touch any electrically live parts at the same time.
• Tools which come in contact with the PC Board must be either conductive,
anti-static or static-dissipative.
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Support the Panel
Ethernet/
Gateway
PC Board
F-56F-56
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
ETHERNET/GATEWAY PC BOARD
REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
FIGURE F.19 – GATEWAY BOARD REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
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REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove input power to the POWER WAVE
655/R.
2. Using a phillips head screw driver, remove the
six screws from the case front cover. Tilt the
cover down and support it from below to avoid
stressing the electrical connections. See
Figure F.19.
Observe all static electricity precau-
.
tions
3. Disconnect the four molex plugs and the network cable from the Ethernet/Gateway Board.
4. Remove the self-locking mounting nuts and
carefully remove the board. Refer to Figure
F.19.
POWER WAVE 655/R
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
1. Install the new Ethernet/Gateway Board to the
case front cover with the self-locking nuts.
2. Reconnect the molex plugs and the network
cable.
3. Re-attach the cover to the case front, being
careful not to stress or pinch the wires.
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