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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, OPER-
ATE OR REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT READING
THIS MANUAL AND THE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED THROUGHOUT. And,
most importantly, think before you
act and be careful.
X-Tractor 1GC
April 2013
Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 U.S.A. TEL: 216.481.8100 FAX: 216.486.1751 WEB SITE: www.lincolnelectric.com
OPERATORʼS MANUAL
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SAFETY
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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
ARC WELDING CAN BE HAZARDOUS. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR DOCTOR BEFORE OPERATING.
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.
BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE
PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.
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
FOR ENGINE
powered equipment.
1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenance
work unless the maintenance work requires it to be running.
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1.b. Operate engines in open, well-ventilated
areas or vent the engine exhaust fumes
outdoors.
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1.c. Do not add the fuel near an open flame
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
1.h. To avoid scalding, do not remove the
radiator pressure cap when the engine is
hot.
ELECTRIC AND
MAGNETIC FIELDS
may be dangerous
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.
Route the electrode and work cables together - Secure
them with tape when possible.
2.d.2. Nev er coil the electrode lead around your body.
2.d.3. Do not place your body between the electrode and
work cables. If the electrode cable is on your right
side, the work cable should also be on your right side.
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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.
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
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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
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.
skin or wet clothing. Wear dry, hole-free
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
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 within applicable OSHA PEL and
ACGIH TLV limits 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.
ventilation and/or exhaust at the arc to keep
vapors
to
5.e. Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions for this
equipment and the consumables to be used, including the
material safety data sheet (MSDS) and follow your
employer’s 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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WELDING and CUTTING
SPARKS can
cause fire or explosion.
6.a.
Remove fire hazards from the welding area.
If this is not possible, cover them to prevent
Remember that welding sparks and hot
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.
the welding sparks from starting a fire.
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 manufacturer’s
recommendations.
8.c. Ground the equipment in accordance with the U.S. National
Electrical Code and the manufacturer’s recommendations.
6.I. Read and follow NFPA 51B “ Standard for Fire Prevention
During Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work”, available
from NFPA, 1 Batterymarch Park, PO box 9101, Quincy, Ma
022690-9101.
6.j. Do not use a welding power source for pipe thawing.
Refer to http://www.lincolnelectric.com/safety for additional safety information.
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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 L’Arc
1. Protegez-vous contre la secousse électrique:
a. Les circuits à l’électrode 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 s’isoler 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 l’eau 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 s’applicuent aussi au pistolet de
soudage.
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 n’importe quelle partie
du corps.
3. Un coup d’arc peut être plus sévère qu’un coup de soliel,
donc:
a. Utiliser un bon masque avec un verre filtrant approprié
ainsi qu’un verre blanc afin de se protéger les yeux du rayonnement de l’arc et des projections quand on soude ou
quand on regarde l’arc.
b. Porter des vêtements convenables afin de protéger la
peau de soudeur et des aides contre le rayonnement de
l‘arc.
c. Protéger l’autre personnel travaillant à proximité au
soudage à l’aide d’écrans appropriés et non-inflammables.
4. Des gouttes de laitier en fusion sont émises de l’arc de
soudage. Se protéger avec des vêtements de protection libres
de l’huile, 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 l’on pique le laitier.
6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de
prévenir tout risque d’incendie 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 d’incendie.
8. S’assurer que la masse est connectée le plus prés possible
de la zone de travail qu’il est pratique de le faire. Si on place
la masse sur la charpente de la construction ou d’autres
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 d’incendie ou d’echauffement des chaines et des
câbles jusqu’à ce qu’ils 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
d’opérations de dégraissage, nettoyage ou pistolage. La
chaleur ou les rayons de l’arc 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.
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
l’électricité 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, I’installation et l’entretien du poste seront
effectués par un électricien qualifié.
3. Avant de faires des travaux à l’interieur de poste, la debrancher à l’interrupteur à la boite de fusibles.
4. Garder tous les couvercles et dispositifs de sûreté à leur
place.
Thank You
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for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you
to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product
••• as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you!
The business of The Lincoln Electric Company is manufacturing and selling high quality welding equipment, consumables, and cutting equipment. Our challenge is to meet the needs of our customers and to exceed their expectations. On occasion, purchasers may ask Lincoln
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with respect to such information or advice. As a matter of practical consideration, we also cannot assume any responsibility for updating or
correcting any such information or advice once it has been given, nor does the provision of information or advice create, expand or alter any
warranty with respect to the sale of our products.
Lincoln Electric is a responsive manufacturer, but the selection and use of specific products sold by Lincoln Electric is solely within the control
of, and remains the sole responsibility of the customer. Many variables beyond the control of Lincoln Electric affect the results obtained in
applying these types of fabrication methods and service requirements.
Subject to Change – This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing. Please refer to www.lincolnelectric.com
for any updated information.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE POLICY
Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately
When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaser upon receipt by the carrier. Consequently, Claims
for material damaged in shipment must be made by the purchaser against the transportation company at the
time the shipment is received.
Please record your equipment identification information below for future reference. This information can be
found on your machine nameplate.
Product _________________________________________________________________________________
Model Number ___________________________________________________________________________
Code Number or Date Code_________________________________________________________________
Serial Number____________________________________________________________________________
Date Purchased___________________________________________________________________________
Where Purchased_________________________________________________________________________
Whenever you request replacement parts or information on this equipment, always supply the information you
have recorded above. The code number is especially important when identifying the correct replacement parts.
On-Line Product Registration
- Register your machine with Lincoln Electric either via fax or over the Internet.
• For faxing: Complete the form on the back of the warranty statement included in the literature packet
accompanying this machine and fax the form per the instructions printed on it.
• For On-Line Registration: Go to our
Your Product”. Please complete the form and submit your registration.
Read this Operators Manual completely before attempting to use this equipment. Save this manual and keep it
handy for quick reference. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions we have provided for your protection.
The level of seriousness to be applied to each is explained below:
WEB SITE at www.lincolnelectric.com. Choose “Support” and then “Register
WARNING
This statement appears where the information must be followed exactly to avoid serious personal injury or loss of life.
CAUTION
This statement appears where the information must be followed to avoid minor personal injury or damage to this equipment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Safety .......................................................................................................................................i-iv
Installation.......................................................................................................................Section A
Technical Specifications.......................................................................................................A-1
Safety Precautions ...............................................................................................................A-2
General Description..............................................................................................................A-2
Electrical Installation.............................................................................................................A-2
Use with hose and suction devices ......................................................................................A-2
Operation.........................................................................................................................Section B
Safety Instructions................................................................................................................B-1
Operating Instructions ..........................................................................................................B-1
Maintenance....................................................................................................................Section C
Routine Maintenance ...........................................................................................................C-1
Cleaning the Filter.........................................................................................................C-1
Emptying the Canister and Heavy Particle Trap ...........................................................C-1
Replacing the filter ........................................................................................................C-2
Electrical Maintenance .........................................................................................................C-3
Trouble Shooting............................................................................................................Section D
Trouble Shooting Chart ........................................................................................................D-1
Wiring Diagram ...............................................................................................................Section E
Diagram................................................................................................................................E-1
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Parts Manual .............................................................................................................P-285 Series
A-1
INSTALLATION
Technical Specifications- X-tractor 1GC
INPUT
Sales Spec Input Voltage Input Current Input Power
K652-1 120V 1 Ph 50/60 Hz 15A 1.9 kW
K652-2 230V 1Ph 50/60 Hz 9A 1.9 kW
VACUUM SPECIFICATIONS
Air Flow / Pressure Rating
3
50 CFM @ 60” WG (85 m
/h @ 1470 mm WG)
FILTER TYPE
Polyester Cartridge >99% efficiency - 2.8m2Filter Area - Cleanable using Compressed Air
OPERATING SOUND LEVEL
74 dB(A) @ 3 ft.
A-1
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
HEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH WEIGHT
15.8” (400 mm) 13.4” (340 mm) 26.8” (680 mm) 38 lbs. (16.5 kg)
NOTE: Technical Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Specifications and guarantees are
valid only when specified spare parts and filters are used.
X-TRACTOR 1GC
A-2
Read this entire installation section before you
start installation.
INSTALLATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not attempt to use this equipment until you have
thoroughly read all installation, operating and maintenance information supplied with your equipment. They
include important safety precautions and detailed
operating and maintenance instructions.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts
such as internal wiring.
• Turn the input power off at the fuse
box before working on this equipment.
• Have a qualified person install and
service this equipment.
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MOVING PARTS can injure.
Do not operate with covers open or
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filter removed.
• Keep away from moving parts.
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Only qualified personnel should install, use or
service this equipment.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
A-2
The X-Tractor 1GC is designed to supply suction for
one fume gun or small suction head designed for High
Vacuum fume extraction.
Air enters the system through a 2" (50mm) OD connection. It then passes through a heavy particle trap,
then through the filter, leaving fume particles on the
outside of the cartridge. This particulate free air then
passes through the blower and exits through the side
of the machine.
When the filter becomes loaded with fume particles,
the filter is cleaned with compressed air while still
inside the machine. By connecting compressed air to
the fitting on the rear of the machine and rotating the
fitting, particles are blown from the outside surface of
the filter by air jets released from the cleaning device.
The internal canister is then removed and particulate
can be poured out.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
WARNING
Only qualified personnel should install, use or service this equipment.
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Connect the X-Tractor 1GC to 120V single phase,
grounded input suitable for 15 amp service for the
K652-1, or 230V single phase, grounded input suitable for 9 amp service for the K652-2.
USE WITH HOSE AND SUCTION
DEVICES
The X-Tractor 1GC is a self contained system for the
removal and filtration of welding fume particles and
other point source particulate. It is a high vacuum,
low volume system with the capability to easily and
comfortably clean the filter cartridge with compressed
air. It is suitable for medium duty welding applications. When in “Auto” mode, a current sensor turns
the system on only when needed, thereby extending
the brush life of the motors. The system is powered
by two 120V or 230V blowers.
Machines manufactured after April, 1997 have a circuit breaker and a Mode switch that allows selection
of Low/High Mode. When in “Low” mode, only one of
the two blowers operates; when in “High” mode, both
blowers operate. Machines built after April, 1999 have
a Low/High mode switch, but use circuit protection
built-in to the main power switch rather than a circuit
breaker.
X-TRACTOR 1GC
A complete package consists of the X-Tractor 1GC,
one suction device and a 1 3/4" (45mm) hose to connect the two. All Lincoln suction devices come with
adapters that mate with either 1 3/4" (45mm) ID
Lincoln flexhose or 1 3/4" (45mm) OD Lincoln rubber
hose. These adapters connect to the flexhose by
screwing onto the wire helix that reinforces the hose.
The adapters then squeeze over the OD of the tube
connections on both the suction device and the XTractor. The X-Tractor 1GC uses a 2" (50mm) OD
connection and an SR-4550 adapter. (S20591-8)
Recommended hose for the X-Tractor 1GC are:
S19947-9 : 10 ft., 1 3/4" (45mm) flexhose
S19947-5 : 16 ft. 1 3/4" (45mm) flexhose
S19947-10 : 25 ft., 1 3/4" (45mm) flexhose
S14927-8 : 15 ft. 1 3/4" (45mm) OD rubber hose
Consult Lincolnʼs Environmental Systems Division
before using any other size or length of hose.
B-1
OPERATION
B-1
Read and understand this entire section before operating your X-Tractor 1GC.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not attempt to use this equipment until you have
thoroughly read all operating and maintenance manuals supplied with your equipment and any related
welding machine it will be used with. They include
important safety precautions, operating and maintenance instructions and parts lists.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
•Do not touch electrically live parts
such as output terminals or internal
wiring.
•Insulate yourself from the work and
ground.
•Always wear dry insulating gloves.
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WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or
explosion.
Keep flammable material away.
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•Do not weld upon containers which
have held combustibles.
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Only qualified personnel should operate this
equipment.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Always operate this equipment with the filters installed
and covers in place as these provide maximum protection from moving parts and insure proper vacuum
operation and cooling air flow.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The X-Tractor 1GC provides enough suction for one
fume gun or small suction head. When in “Low” mode,
only one blower operates, when in “High” mode, both
blowers operate. When in the “Man” mode, the XTractor 1GC will run continuously. When in the “Auto”
mode, it will turn on only when current is sensed by
the current sensor.
USING THE “AUTO” MODE
Loop a section of the work cable or electrode cable
through the hook at the rear of the machine. When
using welding current of less than 80 Amps, loop the
cable through twice. When using welding current of
less than 40 Amps loop the cable through three times.
When the arc starts, the current flowing through the
cable will create a magnetic field. The current sensor
mounted in the machine behind the loop will sense
this field and start the machine. When the arc stops,
there is a ten second delay before the machine shuts
down.
ARC RAYS can burn.
Wear eye, ear and body protection.
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FUMES AND GASES
can be dangerous.
• Although the removal of the particu-
late matter from welding smoke may
reduce the ventilation requirement,
concentrations of the clear exhausted
fumes and gases may still be hazardous to health. Avoid breathing
concentrations of these fumes and
gases. Use adequate ventilation
when welding. See ANSI Z49.1,
"Safety in Welding and Cutting", published by the American Welding
Society.
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X-TRACTOR 1GC
C-1
MAINTENANCE
C-1
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
The Filter should be cleaned and the canister emptied
on a regular basis. Frequency of cleaning and emptying depends upon a number of factors such as the
type of welding fume and the frequency of use. In
many cases, a good procedure would be to clean the
filter once per week and empty the canister once per
month.
CLEANING THE FILTER
When the performance of the system decreases, this
indicates that the filter should be cleaned.
1. Disconnect the machine from input power.
2. Close the inlet with the rubber plug.
3. Connect compressed air to the fitting on the rear of
the machine and open the ball valve on the fitting.
4. Rotate the fitting 200°, back and forth 6 - 7 times.
This will rotate the cleaning device inside the
machine, distributing the jets of compressed air
over the circumference of the filter.
5. Close the ball valve and disconnect the compressed air.
6. Remove the plug from the inlet and reconnect to
input power.
EMPTYING THE CANISTER AND HEAVY
PARTICLE TRAP
WARNING
The particulate matter collected in the canister
may be dangerous to your health.
Take necessary precautions so that you and your
fellow workers do not breathe the dust and particulate. Wear a suitable respirator when disposing
of the particulate.
Check with local authorities for regulations governing the disposal of this material.
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1. Clean the filter.
Open the quick-release fasteners on the four cor-
2.
ners of the case front by rotating the fasteners 1/4
turn. (See Fig. 1)
3. Remove the canister by pulling on the handle and
stand the canister with the case front on top.
4. Open the two other quick-release fasteners (at the
top and bottom of the case front) by rotating 1/4
turn. Remove the case front from the canister.
5. Empty the canister.
6. Empty the heavy particle trap built into the case
front.
7. Replace the case front by rotating the quickrelease fasteners to the “closed” position: the fastener will line up with the lines in the case. In this
position they are parallel with the case side (See
Fig. 1). With the fasteners in this position, place
the case front onto the canister and press the
quick-release fasteners into the two holes. When
they “click”, they are fastened. If they do not “click”
or fasten, then check to see that they are in the
closed position described above.
8. Replace the canister into the machine with the inlet
on the bottom. Fasten the case front to the
machine using the procedure outlined in step 7.
COOLING
MOTOR
COOLING
AIR OUT
MOTOR
AIR IN
EXHAUST
AIR
NORMAL OPERATION CLEANING THE FILTER
DIRTY AIR
FILTER
CLEAN AIR
WELDING
FUME
COMPRESSED
AIR
(ROTATE THE
CLEANING
DEVICE
BY HAND)
DUST BLOWN
OFF FILTER
FILTER
CONTAINER
X-TRACTOR 1GC
CLEANING
DEVICE
PLUG
C-2
REPLACING THE FILTER
MAINTENANCE
C-2
The filter is a long life, polyester filter designed to be
repeatedly cleaned by compressed air. Therefore, it
should need replacement only after an extended period of time. Certain applications can reduce this period, especially very oily smoke or excessive moisture.
Replacement is necessary when, after several cleaning cycles, the suction performance of the system is
still lower than normal or due to mechanical damage
to the filter. Overall filter life depends on a great number of variables such as type of fume, duty cycle,
operating factor, capture efficiency, etc.
WARNING
The particulate matter collected in the canister
may be dangerous to your health. Take necessary
precautions so that you and your fellow workers
do not breathe the dust and particulate. Wear a
suitable respirator when disposing of the particulate.
Check with local authorities for regulations governing the disposal of used filters.
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1. Clean the filter and empty the canister and heavy
particle trap.
2. Before replacing the canister, loosen the bolts from
the bottom of the canister using an adjustable
wrench. Rotate the filter until it is unhooked from
the bolts.
3. Remove the filter and replace with a new one.
4. Tighten the bolts and replace the canister into the
machine.
OPEN POSITION
Releasing and Fastening the Case Front:
The quick fasteners release with a 1/4 turn, and snap
in place when properly aligned.
Opening: 1) Turn 1/4-turn from closed position until a
“click” is heard.
Closing: 1) Place the cover in the correct position.
2) Turn the fasteners to closed position and
push until a “click” is heard.
FIGURE 1
CLOSED POSITION
(FOUR CORNERS HOLD
COVER TO CASE)
OPEN POSITION
CLOSED POSITION
(TWO INSIDE HOLD
FILTER CONTAINER TO CASE)
X-TRACTOR 1GC
C-3
MAINTENANCE
C-3
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Have a qualified electrician do maintenance and
troubleshooting work. Be sure to disconnect the
unit from the input power supply before any work
is done.
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Circuit protection is available on machines with a
Low/High mode switch. Machines built after April,
1999 are reset by switching the main power switch.
Machines with a Low/High mode switch built before
April, 1999 use a separate circuit breaker.
First switch the main power switch off, then on again.
If operation is not restored, check input power. If input
power is available, disconnect from input power and
reset circuit breaker by first removing rear cover and
then resetting breaker.
Check brushes after 1000 hours of run time. Brushes
worn to 3/8" long should be replaced. There are two
brushes required per motor; two motors per X-Tractor
1GC.
A. Removal of Rear Cover:
3. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, remove the
screws that hold the rear cover to the case sides
along the perimeter. It is not necessary to remove
the screws from the face of the rear cover.
B. Procedure for Removal of Original Brushes:
1. Using needle nose pliers, grip the back “flap” or tab of
the brush holder and bend it open.
2. Open this tab and grip with the pliers at its base.
Bend the tab back and forth until it snaps off of the
brush housing.
3. Pull brush from housing.
C. Procedure for Removal of Worn Replacement
Brushes:
1. Using needle nose pliers, unhook brass backing
from brush housing.
2. Pull brush from housing.
D. Installation of Replacement Brushes:
1. Slide replacement brush into brush housing and
snap the brass backing onto the housing.
Remove the canister and case front assembly.
1.
2. Using an adjustable wrench, hold the compressed
air fitting at the rear of the machine. Rotate the
cleaning device inside the machine to loosen the fitting. Leaving the cleaning devise in the machine,
unscrew the fitting from the cleaning device and set
aside.
FAN MOTOR
BRUSH HOUSING
SNAP OFF TAB HERE AND
REMOVE ORIGINAL BRUSH
REPLACEMENT BRUSH
BRASS CAP
LOCKS HERE
E. Replacement of Rear Cover:
When all four brushes have been replaced, replace
the rear cover and replace the compressed air fitting
by reversing the removal procedure described in A
above.
X-TRACTOR 1GC
D-1
TROUBLESHOOTING
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed througout this manual
D-1
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
Poor Suction
Motor not Running in Auto or Manual
Will not sense current
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENTS(S)
PROBLEMS
Leakage
Filter too dirty
Improper application
Filter blocked
Brushes worn in one of the motors
Brushes worn
Circuit breaker tripped
Operating current too low
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
Check: Hose connections, Hose integrity
Clean the filter, check for oily conditions
Check: Hose dia. & length; Check filter
for oily conditions
Replace filter
Replace brushes in both motors
Check brushes, replace if worn
Reset circuit breaker (See Electrical
Maintenance)
Loop cable in hook two or three times
Cover will not fasten to case
Current sensor or P.C. board dam-
aged
Fasteners not lined up
Replace sensor or P.C. board
Check procedure in “Emptying the
Canister and Heavy Particle Trap” (Step
7)
CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
X-TRACTOR 1GC
E-1
DIAGRAMS
WIRING DIAGRAM FOR X-TRACTOR 1GC MANUFACTURED BEFORE MAY, 1997
(Machines without a Low/High Switch)
POWER
GRND.
CABLE
WHITE
BLACK
Q1
2
ON/OFF
SWITCH
1
2
34
1
5
4
5
3
6
7
7
8
10
9
N.A. WIRE #7 CONNECTED TO
PIN #1 FOR 220V MODEL
N.B. WIRE #7 CONNECTED TO
M1
PIN #3 FOR 120V MODEL
M2
6
3
TRANSFORMER
1
2
THYRISTOR
4
(220V)
(120V)
11
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
PC BOARD
6
5
4
3
2
1
4
3
2
1
14
13
12
15
AUTO
MAN
17
16
5
6
H1
SENSOR
-
0
S22634
E-1
S1
+
C
WIRING DIAGRAM FOR X-TRACTOR 1GC MANUFACTURED MAY, 1997 THRU APRIL 1999
(Machines with Low/High Switch and Circuit Breaker located under rear cover)
POWER
GRND.
CABLE
WHITE
BLACK
Q1
2
ON/OFF
SWITCH
LOW
HIGH
34
1
18
S1
1
4
5
2
F1
1
2
5
4
5
3
6
7
7
8
10
9
N.A. WIRE #7 CONNECTED TO
PIN #1 FOR 220V MODEL
N.B. WIRE #7 CONNECTED TO
M1
PIN #3 FOR 120V MODEL
M2
6
3
TRANSFORMER
1
2
THYRISTOR
4
(220V)
(120V)
11
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
PC BOARD
5
AUTO
MAN
6
6
5
4
3
2
1
14
13
12
H1
SENSOR
-
+
4
3
2
1
15
17
16
0
A
S23228
S1
X-TRACTOR 1GC
E-2
DIAGRAMS
WIRING DIAGRAM FOR X-TRACTOR 1GC MANUFACTURED AFTER APRIL 1999
(Machines with Low/High Switch and no Circuit Breaker under rear cover)
E-2
GRND.
POWER
CABLE
WHITE
BLACK
Q1
2
ON/OFF
SWITCH
LOW
HIGH
1
2
34
3
1
1
4
5
4
5
6
7
7
8
9
N.A. WIRE #7 CONNECTED TO PIN #1
S1
N.A. WIRE #7 CONNECTED TO PIN #3
M1
AT PC BOARD FOR 220V MODEL.
AT PC BOARD FOR 120V MODEL.
M2
6
2
4
3
1
THYRISTOR
(220V)
(120V)
TRANSFORMER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
5
3
10
11
PC BOARD
N.A.
N.B.
5
AUTO
S1
MAN
6
14
6
5
4
3
2
1
4
3
2
1
12
13
15
17
16
H1
SENSOR
-
+
0
3-26-99E
S23355
X-TRACTOR 1GC
NOTES
X-TRACTOR 1GC
WARNING
Spanish
AVISO DE
PRECAUCION
Do not touch electrically live parts or
electrode with skin or wet clothing.
Insulate yourself from work and
ground.
No toque las partes o los electrodos
bajo carga con la piel o ropa mojada.
Aislese del trabajo y de la tierra.
Keep flammable materials away.
Mantenga el material combustible
fuera del área de trabajo.
Wear eye, ear and body protection.
Protéjase los ojos, los oídos y el
cuerpo.
French
ATTENTION
German
WARNUNG
Portuguese
ATENÇÃO
Japanese
Chinese
Korean
Arabic
Ne laissez ni la peau ni des vête-
ments mouillés entrer en contact
avec des pièces sous tension.
Isolez-vous du travail et de la terre.
Berühren Sie keine stromführenden
Teile oder Elektroden mit Ihrem
Körper oder feuchter Kleidung!
Isolieren Sie sich von den
Elektroden und dem Erdboden!
Não toque partes elétricas e elec-
trodos com a pele ou roupa molhada.
Isole-se da peça e terra.
Gardez à l’écart de tout matériel
inflammable.
Entfernen Sie brennbarres Material!
Mantenha inflamáveis bem guarda-
dos.
Protégez vos yeux, vos oreilles et
votre corps.
Tragen Sie Augen-, Ohren- und Kör-
perschutz!
Use proteção para a vista, ouvido e
corpo.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTION FOR THIS EQUIPMENT AND THE CONSUMABLES TO BE
USED AND FOLLOW YOUR EMPLOYER’S SAFETY PRACTICES.
SE RECOMIENDA LEER Y ENTENDER LAS INSTRUCCIONES DEL FABRICANTE PARA EL USO DE ESTE EQUIPO Y LOS
CONSUMIBLES QUE VA A UTILIZAR, SIGA LAS MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD DE SU SUPERVISOR.
LISEZ ET COMPRENEZ LES INSTRUCTIONS DU FABRICANT EN CE QUI REGARDE CET EQUIPMENT ET LES PRODUITS A
ETRE EMPLOYES ET SUIVEZ LES PROCEDURES DE SECURITE DE VOTRE EMPLOYEUR.
LESEN SIE UND BEFOLGEN SIE DIE BETRIEBSANLEITUNG DER ANLAGE UND DEN ELEKTRODENEINSATZ DES HERSTELLERS. DIE UNFALLVERHÜTUNGSVORSCHRIFTEN DES ARBEITGEBERS SIND EBENFALLS ZU BEACHTEN.
Keep your head out of fumes.
Use ventilation or exhaust to
remove fumes from breathing zone.
Turn power off before servicing.
Do not operate with panel open or
guards off.
WARNING
Los humos fuera de la zona de res-
piración.
Mantenga la cabeza fuera de los
humos. Utilice ventilación o
aspiración para gases.
Gardez la tête à l’écart des fumées.
Utilisez un ventilateur ou un aspira-
teur pour ôter les fumées des zones
de travail.
Vermeiden Sie das Einatmen von
Schweibrauch!
Sorgen Sie für gute Be- und
Entlüftung des Arbeitsplatzes!
Mantenha seu rosto da fumaça.
Use ventilação e exhaustão para
remover fumo da zona respiratória.
Desconectar el cable de ali-
mentación de poder de la máquina
antes de iniciar cualquier servicio.
Débranchez le courant avant l’entre-
tien.
Strom vor Wartungsarbeiten
abschalten! (Netzstrom völlig öffnen; Maschine anhalten!)
Não opere com as tampas removidas.
Desligue a corrente antes de fazer
serviço.
Não toque as partes elétricas nuas.
No operar con panel abierto o
guardas quitadas.
N’opérez pas avec les panneaux
ouverts ou avec les dispositifs de
protection enlevés.
Anlage nie ohne Schutzgehäuse
oder Innenschutzverkleidung in
Betrieb setzen!
Mantenha-se afastado das partes
moventes.
Não opere com os paineis abertos
ou guardas removidas.
Spanish
AVISO DE
PRECAUCION
French
ATTENTION
German
WARNUNG
Portuguese
ATENÇÃO
Japanese
Chinese
Korean
Arabic
LEIA E COMPREENDA AS INSTRUÇÕES DO FABRICANTE PARA ESTE EQUIPAMENTO E AS PARTES DE USO, E SIGA AS
PRÁTICAS DE SEGURANÇA DO EMPREGADOR.
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