This welder 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
WITHOUT READING THIS MANUAL AND THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED THROUGHOUT.
And, most importantly, think before you act and be careful.
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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
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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.e. In some cases it may be necessary to remove safety
guards
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.b. Operate engines in open, well-ventilated
areas
or vent the engine exhaust fumes
outdoors.
1.c. Do not add the fuel near an open flame
and in good repair.Keep hands, hair, clothing and
to perform required maintenance. Remove
1.f. Do not put your hands near the engine fan.
Do
idler by pushing on the throttle control rods
while the engine is running.
arc or when the engine is running.
welding
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.
not attempt to override the governor or
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. Never 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.
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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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 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.
ventilation and/or exhaust at the arc to keep
vapors
to
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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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
Rememberthatweldingsparksandhot
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 manufacturerʼs
recommendations.
8.c. Ground the equipment in accordance with the U.S. National
Electrical Code and the manufacturerʼs 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.
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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 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.
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.
6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de
prévenir tout risque dʼincendie dû aux étincelles.
7. Quandonnesoude 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.
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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The business of our company is manufacturing and selling high quality welding equipment. Our challenge is to
meet the needs of our customers and to exceed their expectations. On occasion, purchasers may ask us for
advice or information about their use of our products. We respond to our customers based on the best information in our possession at that time. We are not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice, and assume no
liability, with respect to such information or advice. We expressly disclaim any warranty of any kind, including any
warranty of fitness for any customerʼs particular purpose, 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
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We are a responsive manufacturer, but the selection and use of specific products sold by us is solely within the
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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.
pride in operating this product ••• as much pride as we have in
bringing this product to you!
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.
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found on your machine nameplate.
Model Number ___________________________________________________________________________
Code Number or Date Code (if available)______________________________________________________
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Date Purchased___________________________________________________________________________
Where Purchased_________________________________________________________________________
Whenever you request replacement parts or information on this equipment, always supply the information you
have recorded above.
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:
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.
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Installation .......................................................................................................Section A
Also called “inverse time” or “thermal/magnetic” circuit breakers; circuit breakers which have a delay in tripping action that decreases as the magnitude of the current increases.
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A-2
INSTALLATION
A-2
Read entire Installation Section before installing
the DC-600.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL.
• Only qualified personnel should
install this machine.
• Turn the input power OFF at the
disconnect switch or fuse box
before working on the equipment.
• Do not touch electrically hot parts.
• Always connect the IDEALARC DC-600 grounding
terminal to a good electrical earth ground.
• Set the DC-600 Power ON/OFF PUSH BUTTON to
the OFF position when connecting power cord to
input power.
DO NOT stack more than three machines in one
grouping.
DO NOT stack the DC-600 on another type of
machine.
Follow these guidelines when stacking:
1. Select a firm, level surface capable of supporting the total weight of up to three
machines (1570 pounds/712 kilograms).
2. Set the bottom machine in place.
3. Stack the second machine on top of it by
aligning the two holes in the base rails of the
second machine with the two pins on top front
of the bottom machine.
4. Repeat process for third machine.
NOTE: The machines must be stacked with the Case
Front of each machine flush with each other. See
Figure A.1.
Place the welder where clean cooling air can freely
circulate in through the front louvers and out through
the rear louvers. Dirt, dust or any foreign material that
can be drawn into the welder should be kept at a minimum. Failure to observe these precautions can result
in excessive operating temperatures and nuisance
shut-downs.
WARNING
FALLING EQUIPMENT can cause
injury.
• Do not lift this machine using lift bale if
it is equipped with a heavy accessory
such as trailer or gas cylinder.
• Lift only with equipment of adequate lifting capacity.
• Be sure machine is stable when lifting.
• Do not stack more than three high.
• Do not stack the DC-600 on top of any other
machine.
The DC-600 must be placed on a stable, level surface
so it will not topple over.
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A-3
INSTALLATION
A-3
ELECTRICAL INPUT CONNECTIONS
Before installing the machine check that the input supply voltage, phase, and frequency are the same as the
voltage, phase, and frequency as specified on the
welder Rating Plate located on the Case Back
Assembly. Welder is rated for 230/460/575V input and
is shipped from the factory connected for 460 input.
Input power supply entry is through the hole in the
Case Back Assembly. See Figure A.2 for the location
of the machineʼs input cable entry opening, Input
Contactor (CR1), and reconnect panel assembly for
dual voltage machines.
INPUT SUPPLY
CABLE ENTRY
OPENING
INPUT
CONTACTOR (CR1)
RECONNECT
PANEL ASSEMBLY
INPUT POWER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS
A qualified electrician should connect the input power
supply leads.
1. Follow all national and local electrical codes.
2. Use a three-phase line.
3. Remove Input Access Door at upper rear of
machine.
4. Follow Input Supply Connection Diagram located
on the inside of the door.
5. Connect the three-phase AC power supply leads
L1, L2, and L3 to the input contactor
terminals in the Input Box Assembly by passing
them thru the three aligned .50” diameter holes in
the baffle and tighten them in the terminal connectors. Be sure to close the baffle by inserting the
tab into the slot in the baffle. See Figure A.3.
FIGURE A.2 - Rear Panel
FUSE AND WIRE SIZES
Protect the input circuit with the super lag fuses or
delay type circuit breakers listed on the Technical
Specifications page of this manual for the machine
being used. They are also called inverse time or thermal/magnetic circuit breakers.
DO NOT use fuses or circuit breakers with a lower
amp rating than recommended. This can result in “nuisance” tripping caused by inrush current even when
machine is not being used for welding at high output
currents.
Use input and grounding wire sizes that meet local
electrical codes or see the Technical Specifications
page in this manual.
GROUND CONNECTION
Ground the frame of the machine. A ground
terminal marked with the symbol ( ) is located inside
the Case Back of the machine near the input contactor. Access to the Input Box Assembly is at the upper
rear of the machine. See your local and national electrical codes for proper grounding methods.
INPUT
CONTACTOR (CR1)
INPUT POWER SUPPLY
CABLE WITH BUSHING
OR BOX CONNECTOR
RECONNECT
PANEL ASSEMBLY
FIGURE A.3 - Input Power Supply
Connections
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A-4
INSTALLATION
A-4
RECONNECT PROCEDURE
Multiple voltage machines are shipped connected to
the highest input voltage listed on the machineʼs rating
plate. Before installing the machine, check that the
Reconnect Panel in the Input Box Assembly is connected for the proper voltage.
CAUTION
Failure to follow these instructions can cause
immediate failure of components within the
machine.
When powering welder from a generator be sure
to turn off welder first, before generator is shut
down, in order to prevent damage to the welder.
To reconnect a multiple voltage machine to a different
voltage, remove input power and change the position
of the reconnect board on the Reconnect Panel.
Follow The Input Connection Diagram located on the
inside of Case Back Input Access Door. These connection diagrams for the following codes are listed
below.
1. For 230/460/575, see Figure A.4. (M15666)
2. For Voltages not listed, see the Input Connection
Diagram pasted on the inside of the Case
Back Input Access Door.
FIGURE A.4-Reconnect Panel Board Positions for 230/460/575 VAC Machines
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A-5
INSTALLATION
OUTPUT CONNECTIONS
See Table A.1 for recommended DC-600 cable sizes for combined lengths of electrode and work cables.
TABLE A.1
DC-600 Cable Sizes for Combined Lengths of Copper Electrode and Work Cable
at 100% Duty Cycle
ELECTRODE, WORK AND #21 LEAD
Cable SizeParallel CablesCable Length
2
Lengths up to 150 ft. (46m)
1/0 (53mm
2
2
2/0 (85mm
3/0 (107mm
)2
2
)150 ft.(46m) to 200 ft (61m)
2
)200 ft.(61m) to 250 ft.(76m)
A-5
CONNECTIONS
A. Connect Electrode and Work Leads to
Output Terminals.
1. Set the ON/OFF toggle switch to OFF.
2. Locate the retractable strain relief loops directly
below the output terminals in the lower right and
lower left corners of the Case Front Assembly.
See Figure A.5.
3. Pull out the retractable strain relief loops.
4. Insert the electrode lead through the loop directly
below the desired polarity (positive or negative).
Pull through enough cable to reach the output
terminals.
5. Connect electrode lead to the desired terminal
(positive/negative).
6. Tighten the output terminal nut with a wrench.
7. Connect the work lead to the other output
terminal following steps 4-6.
FIGURE A.5 - Output Terminals.
B. Connect #21 Work Sense Lead to Proper
Terminal
There are two work sense lead connection points (+21
and -21) on terminal strip (T.S.2) located behind the
hinged access panel on the right side of the case
front. See 14 Pin MS Type Receptacle section or
Terminal Strip Section for connection procedure.
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A-6
INSTALLATION
AUXILIARY POWER AND
CONTROL CONNECTIONS
Located at the left side of the front of the welder
behind a hinged cover is a 115VAC GFCI receptacle
for auxiliary power. On the right side of the case front
is a 14 Pin MS type receptacle for connection of auxiliary equipment such as wire feeders. Also, terminal
strips with 115VAC and connections for auxiliary
equipment are located behind the hinged access
panel on the right side of the case front. (see Auxiliary
Power Table for details)
AUXILIARY POWER TABLE
Voltage and Circuit Breaker Ratings at Auxiliary Power
Connections for Various Models
Auxiliary60 Hz
PowerModels
Connections
At GFCI115V 15A
Receptacle
Terminal strip115V 15A
terminals 31 & 32
MS-Receptacle115V 15A
pins A & J
MS-Receptacle42V 10A
pins I & K
115VAC GFCI RECEPTACLE (60 HERTZ MODELS
ONLY)
The 115VAC GFCI receptacle is protected by a circuit
breaker located on the nameplate. The receptacle is a
NEMA 5-15R.
14 PIN MS TYPE RECEPTACLE
(For MS3106A-20-27PX Plug. L.E.C. Part #S12020-32)
Refer to the figure A.6 for the available circuits in the
14 pin receptacle.
FIGURE A.6 FRONT VIEW OF 14-PIN
CONNECTOR RECEPTACLE
K=42
A=32
B=GND
LN
C=2
D=4
E=77
J=31
I=41
H=21
G=75
F=76
M
PINLEAD NO.FUNCTION
A32115 VAC
BGNDChassis Connection
C2Trigger Circuit
D4Trigger Circuit
E77Output Control
F76Output Control
G75Output Control
H21Work Sense Connection
I4142 VAC
J31115 VAC
1.
K4242 VAC
L-----M-----N--- ---
1.
115VAC circuit is on all models.
2.
As shipped from the factory Lead #21 from the 14 Pin connector is
connected to “-21” on the terminal strip (T.S.2). This is the configuration for positive welding. If welding negative polarity, connect
lead #21 to the “+21” connection point on the terminal strip
(T.S.2).
A-6
2
42 VAC is available at receptacle pins I and K.
A 10 amp circuit breaker protects this circuit.
115 VAC is available at receptacle pins A and J (All
Models). A 15 amp circuit breaker protects this circuit.
Note that the 42 VAC and 115 VAC circuits are electrically isolated from each other.
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A-7
INSTALLATION
TERMINAL STRIPS
Terminal strips are available behind the cover on the
case front to connect wire feeder control cables that
do not have a 14 Pin MS-type connector. These terminals supply the connections as shown in the following
Terminal Strip charts. NOTE: There are two work
sense lead connection points on the terminal strip.
Connect both the work sense lead #21 from the 14 pin
connector and #21 lead of the control cable to “-21”
when welding positive polarity or to “+21” when welding negative polarity.
TERMINAL STRIP 1 (T.S.1)
Lead No.Function
75Output Control
76Output Control
77Output Control
TERMINAL STRIP 2 (T.S.2)
Lead No.Function
A-7
+21
-21
Work Connection (Electrode Negative)
Work Connection (Electrode Positive)
41 42 VAC
4 Trigger Circuit
2 Trigger Circuit
31 115 VAC
32 115 VAC
1.
115VAC circuit is on all models.
2.
As shipped from the factory Lead #21 from the 14 Pin connector is
connected to “-21” on the terminal strip (T.S.2). This is the configuration for positive welding. If welding negative polarity, connect
lead #21 to the “+21” connection point on the terminal strip
(T.S.2).
1
1
2
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B-1
OPERATION
B-1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read and understand entire section before operating machine.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK
can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts
or electrode with skin or wet
clothing.
• Insulate yourself from work and
ground.
• Always wear dry insulating
gloves.
• Do not use AC welder if your clothing, gloves or
work area is damp or if working on, under or
inside work piece.
Use the following equipment:
- Semiautomatic DC constant voltage
(wire) welder.
• Use ventilation or exhaust to
remove fumes from breathing zone.
----------------------------------------------------------------------WELDING, CUTTING and
GOUGING SPARKS
can cause fire or explosion
• Keep flammable material away.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The DC-600 is an SCR controlled three phase welding
and cutting power source. It uses a single range
potentiometer to control:
•Submerged Arc Semi-Automatic or Automatic
Welding
•Open Arc Semi-Automatic or Automatic Welding
•Stick Welding
•Air/Carbon Arc Cutting (Carbon Rod Sizes up to
3/8” Diameter)
The DC-600 has a three-position Welding Mode
Switch to enable the user to operate in one of three
modes:
•Constant Current (CC) Stick (also used for AAC)
•Constant Voltage (CV) Submerged Arc
• Constant Voltage (CV) Innershield (also used for
GMAW)
The optional Multi-Process Switch allows the user to
switch between semi-automatic or automatic welding
and stick welding or air/carbon arc cutting without disconnecting the wire feeder equipment control, electrode,and work leads.
RECOMMENDED PROCESSES AND
EQUIPMENT
The DC-600 is designed for GMAW (MIG), FCAW,
and submerged arc (SAW) within the capacity of the
machine. It can also be used for stick welding
(SMAW) and for air carbon arc (AAC) cutting with carbon rods up to 3/8" diameter.
The DC-600 is provided with a three position mode
switch that selects CV Innershield, CV Submerged
Arc, or CC Stick.
• Do not weld, cut or gouge on containers that
have held combustible.
•Excellent arc characteristics for optimum constant
voltage submerged arc and Innershield welding
performance.
•A control circuit designed to provide good starting
for a large variety of processes and procedures.
•Output Control Potentiometer that provides easy
single range continuous control.
•Output Control Switch that provides simple switching from local to remote control.
•Output Terminals Switch to energize output terminals either local or remote.
•White neon pilot light to confirm that the Input
Contactor is energized.
•DC Ammeter and Voltmeter
•42VAC 10 Amp auxiliary power available for the
wire feeder, circuit breaker protected.
•Single MS-type (14 pin) connector for wire feeder.
•115VAC 15 Amp auxiliary power available for the
wire feeder, circuit breaker protected.
•115VAC 15 Amp GFCI receptacle available on 60
Hertz models, circuit breaker protected.
•Multi-functional terminal strip for easy connection
of wire feeding control cables.
•Recessed output terminals to avoid any person or
object from accidentally coming into contact with
the output terminals and labeled " + " and " - " for
easy identification.
•Thermostatically protected power source.
•Electronic protection circuit to protect power
source against overloads.
•Input line voltage compensation to provide an
essentially constant output.
•SCR electronically controlled welder output provides extra long life, especially for highly repetitive
welding applications.
•Solid state 2 and 4 circuit for extra long life.
•Two circuit solid state control system provides
maximum performance and circuit protection.
•Low profile case provides maximum use of space.
•Convenient access to all controls.
•Output lead strain relief loops to prevent terminal
and cable damage.
•Easily removed case side, even when stacked.
•Outdoor operation because enclosure is designed
with air intake louvers that keep dripping water
from entering the unit. Transformer, SCR bridge,
and choke have special corrosion resistant paint
for added protection.
WELDING CAPABILITY
The DC-600 has the following Output and Duty Cycle
based on operation for a 10 minute period:
600 Amps, 44 Volts at 100%
680 Amps, 44 Volts at 60%
750 Amps, 44 Volts at 50%
MEANINGS OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS ON CASE FRONT
Input POWER ON/OFF Switch
SYMBOL
Pilot Light
Input power on when light is illuminated
(except for abnormal conditions).
Always indicates POWER ON/OFF
switch is in ON position.
OUTPUT CONTROL
TERMINALS ON/REMOTE Switch
MEANING
ON
OFF
INPUT POWER
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
AND CURRENT
Clockwise Increase of Output
Voltage and Current
OUTPUT TERMINALS
ENERGIZED
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Remote Control of Output Terminals
(Energized or Non-Energized)
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B-3
OPERATION
B-3
LOCAL/REMOTE Switch
SYMBOL
Control Of Output Voltage and
Current is Via DC-600's Control Dial
Remote Control of Output Voltage
MODE Switch
CC STICK: Shielded Metal Arc
Welding (SMAW), this switch
position is also used for Air
Carbon Arc Cutting (AAC)
CV SUBMERGED ARC:
Constant Voltage Submerged
Arc Welding (SAW)
CV INNERSHIELD: Flux Cored
Arc Welding (FCAW), this switch
position is also used for Gas
Metal Arc Welding (GMAW).
MEANING
and Current
MEANING OF GRAPHICAL
SYMBOLS ON
RATING PLATE (LOCATED ON
CASE BACK)
Designates welder complies with
National Electrical Manufacturers
NEMA EW 1 (100%)
Association requirements EW 1
Class I with 100% duty cycle at
600Amps output.
Three Phase Input Power
3 Phase transformer with rectified
DC output
Line Connection
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
Output Terminal Connections
Positive Output Terminal
Negative Output Terminal
WARNING Identification
Warning Identification
Circuit Breaker
Circuit Breaker (two breakers: 15A
for 115V circuit and 10A for 42V
circuit)
Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)
Designates welder complies with
R
both Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
NRTL/C
standards and Canadian Standards
Association (CSA) standards. (60
Hertz Models)
MEANING OF GRAPHICAL
SYMBOL FOR GROUND CONNECTION
DC-600 RED-D-ARC
Signifies the equipment connection
point for the protective earth ground
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B-4
OPERATION
B-4
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
All operator controls and adjustments are located on the Case Front Assembly of the DC-600. See Figure B.1 for
the location of each control.
3
5
6
7
12
FIGURE B.1 - CONTROL PANEL KEYS
1. Input POWER ON/OFF Switch
This toggle switch turns the machine on or off.
Putting the switch in the ON “ ” position energizes the machineʼs input contactor applying input
power to the machine. Switching the switch to the
OFF “ ” position de-energizes the input
contactor.
2. POWER Light
When the POWER switch is in the ON position the
machineʼs white POWER light will illuminate. If the
input contactor de-energizes the machine in an
abnormal situation the pilot light will still illuminate.
In this situation it may be necessary to reset the
machine by switching the POWER switch to the
OFF and then to the ON position. (See Overload,
Overcurrent, and Fault Protection Section)
3. OUTPUT CONTROL
This control provides continuous control of the
machineʼs output voltage and current from minimum to maximum (typical full pot range between
8
5
6
4
7
3
8
2
9
1
10
DC-600
49
1
2
11
10
13
15 to 44 volts and 90 to 750 amps) as it is rotated
clock-wise. Voltage or current control is determined by setting of Mode Switch (CV or CC).
4. OUTPUT TERMINALS ON/REMOTE Switch
When this switch is in the REMOTE “ ” position, the DC-600ʼs output terminals will be electrically “cold” until a remote device such as a wire
feeder closes the #2 and #4 circuit in the MSreceptacle or terminal strip (T.S.2). When this
switch is in the ON “ ” position the machineʼs
output terminals will be electrically energized all
the time.
5. LOCAL/REMOTE Switch
When this switch is set to the LOCAL “ “ position, control of the output voltage and current is via
the OUTPUT CONTROL on the DC-600ʼs control
panel. When this switch is set to the REMOTE
“ ” position, control is through a remote
source such as a wire feeder via the #75, #76, and
#77 leads in the MS-receptacle or terminal strip
(T.S.1).
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B-5
OPERATION
B-5
6. Mode Switch
This switch allows for selecting the welding
process to be used:
CC STICK-for SMAW and AAC
CV SUBMERGED ARC- for SAW
CV INNERSHIELD- for FCAW and GMAW
7. 115VAC GFCI Receptacle (60 Hertz Models)
This receptacle provides up to 15 amps of 115
VAC auxiliary power.
8. 115VAC 15 Amp Circuit Breaker
This breaker protects the 115 VAC auxiliary circuits located in the gfci receptacle, terminal strip
(T.S.2) and MS-receptacle.
9. 42VAC 10 Amp Circuit Breaker
This breaker protects the 42VAC auxiliary circuits
located in the terminal strip (T.S.2) and MS-receptacle.
10.14 Pin MS-Receptacle
This connector provides easy connection for a wire
feeder control cable. It provides connections for
auxiliary power, output switching, remote output
control, wire feeder voltmeter sense lead and
ground. Refer to 14 Pin MS Type Receptacle in the
Installation Section for information about the circuits made available at this receptacle.
11.Terminal Strip Cover Panel
Rotate this panel to gain access to the circuits
made available at the two terminal strips (T.S.1
and T.S.2). These terminal strips contains the
same circuits as the 14 pin MS-receptacle. There
is a box connector adjacent to this cover for routing
leads to the terminal strips.
AUXILIARY POWER IN MS-RECEPTACLE
42 volt AC auxiliary power, as required for some wire
feeders, is available through the wire feeder MSreceptacle. A 10 amp circuit breaker protects the 42
volt circuit from overloads.
DC-600 machines can also supply 115 volt AC auxiliary power through the wire feeder receptacle. A 15
amp circuit breaker protects the 115 volt circuit from
overloads.
OVERLOAD, OVERCURRENT, AND
FAULT PROTECTION
This welder has thermostatic protection from excessive duty cycles, overloads, loss of cooling, and high
ambient temperatures. When the welder is subjected
to an overload or loss of cooling, a thermostat will
open. The input contactor will open and remain open
until the machine cools; the white POWER light stays
illuminated. No welding is possible during this cool
down period. The machine will reset automatically
when the thermostat cools.
The power source is also protected against overcurrents in the SCR bridge assembly through an electronic protection circuit. This circuit senses currents
over 780 amps on the power source and opens the
input contactor should the overcurrent remain for a
predetermined time (the white POWER light stays illuminated). The predetermined time varies with the
amount of overcurrent; the greater the overcurrent,
the shorter the time. The input contactor will remain
open until the power source is manually started by
resetting the POWER ON/OFF toggle switch.
12.Negative Output Terminal
This output terminal is for connecting a welding
cable. To change welding polarity and for proper
welding cable size refer to Electrode and Work
Cables in the Installation Section.
13.Positive Output Terminal
This output terminal is for connecting a welding
cable. To change welding polarity and for proper
welding cable size refer to Electrode and Work
Cables in the Installation Section.
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The power source circuitry is protected from faults on
leads 75, 76, or 77. If any of these leads are connected to either the positive or negative output leads, the
DC-600 will either shut down completely (input contactor opens and white POWER light stays illuminated), or will operate at minimum output thus preventing
any damage to the DC-600. If DC-600 shuts down, it
must be manually started by resetting the POWER
ON/OFF toggle switch.
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B-6
OPERATION
B-6
OPERATING STEPS
The following procedures are for using the DC-600 in
the local control mode of operation. For remote control
of the machine, see the Remote Control of Machine
Operation section.
Before operating the machine, make sure you have all
materials needed to complete the job. Be sure you are
familiar with and have taken all possible safety precautions before starting work. It is important that you
follow these operating steps each time you use the
machine.
1. Turn on the main AC power supply to the
machine.
2. Connect the #21 work lead to either + or - on terminal strip (T.S.2).
3. Set the Welding Mode switch to welding process
being used:
•CC STICK (for SMAW and AAC)
•CV SUBMERGED ARC (for SAW)
•CV INNERSHIELD (for FCAW and GMAW)
4. Turn the POWER ON/OFF Toggle Switch to the
“ON” position
•The white pilot light glows.
•The fan starts.
5. Set OUTPUT CONTROL Potentiometer to desired
voltage or current.
6. Set the OUTPUT TERMINALS switch to either
“ON” ( output terminals energized) or “REMOTE”
(output terminals energized when #2 and #4
closed by remote device such as wire feeder)
REMOTE CONTROL OF MACHINE
OPERATION
The toggle switch on the control panel labeled
“Remote - Panel” gives the operator the option of controlling the machine output from a remote location. If
in the Remote position a wire feeder with remote control capabilities or a remote control device such as a
K775 must be connected to terminals 75, 76, and 77.
Refer to Accessories Section for wire feeder remote
information.
WELDING PROCEDURE
RECOMMENDATIONS
Select Welding Mode Switch position based on type of
welding to be done.
1. Innershield Welding (FCAW)/MIG (GMAW)
Welding: Use the CV INNERSHIELD mode.
2. Submerged Arc Welding (SAW): Use the CVSUBMERGED ARC mode. If performing high
speed welding, switch between the CV
Submerged Arc and the CV Innershield mode and
use the mode that produces the best welding
results.
3. Air/Carbon Arc Cutting (CAC) / Stick Welding
(SMAW) / High Current, Large Puddle Submerged
Arc Welding (SAW): Use the CC STICK mode.
When the DC-600 is used for Air/Carbon Arc cutting, the OUTPUT CONTROL potentiometer
should be set to "9" initially. Based on the size of
the carbon being used or the process, turn the
potentiometer to a lower setting as required by the
process. You can use carbon rods up to 3/8" in
diameter at currents as high as 750 amps with
excellent arc control. The welder protection circuit
protects the machine from extremely high short
circuiting pulses.
7. Make the weld.
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B-7
OPERATION
B-7
SEMI-AUTOMATIC AND
AUTOMATIC WIRE FEEDING WITH
THE DC-600 AND WIRE FEEDERS
When using the DC-600 with semi-automatic or automatic wire feeding equipment and for stick welding or
air/carbon arc cutting, it is recommended that the
optional MULTI-PROCESS SWITCH be used. This
switch permits you to easily change the polarity of the
connected wire feeding equipment or switch to stick
welding or air/carbon arc cutting.
NA-3 AUTOMATIC WIRE FEEDER
1. Set the DC-600 LOCAL/REMOTE Switch to
REMOTE. Set the OUTPUT TERMINALS switch
to REMOTE. NOTE: Later model NA-3 automatic
wire feeders are capable of cold starts when the
NA-3 Mode switch is in the CV or CC mode position. Some earlier models are capable of cold
starting only in the CC mode position. Cold starting enables you to inch the wire down to the work,
automatically stop, and automatically energize the
flux hopper valve.
2. Set the DC-600 welding mode switch for the
desired process: CV SUBMERGED ARC, CV
INNERSHIELD mode or CC STICK mode.
3. Set the NA-3 mode Switch Position to either CV or
CC to match the DC-600 mode selected in step 2.
4. Refer to the NA-3 operators manual for instructions on how to use the NA-3 in conjunction with
the DC-600.
5. Follow the following guidelines for good arc striking detailed below for each welding mode.
GOOD ARC STRIKING GUIDELINES FOR THE NA3 WITH THE DC-600 IN THE CV INNERSHIELD, CV
SUBMERGED ARC OR CC STICK WELDING
MODES.
1. Cut the electrode to a sharp point.
2. Set the NA-3 Open Circuit Voltage Control to the
same dial setting as the Arc Voltage Control. If
this is a new welding procedure, a good starting
point is to set the Open Circuit Voltage Control to
# 6.
NOTE: The open circuit voltage of the
DC-600 varies from approximately 16 volts to 56
volts in the CV INNERSHIELD or CV
SUBMERGED ARC modes. The open circuit voltage is constant in the CC STICK mode.
3. Run a test weld. Set proper current, voltage, and
travel speed.
a. For the best starting performance, the NA-
3 Open Circuit Voltage Control and Voltage
Control setting should be the same. Set the
Inch Speed Control for the slowest inch
speed possible.
b. To adjust the Open Circuit Voltage Control to
get the best starting performance, make
repeated starts observing the NA-3 voltmeter.
When the voltmeter pointer swings smoothly up to
the desired arc voltage, without undershooting or
overshooting the desired arc voltage, the Open
Circuit Voltage Control is set properly.
If the voltmeter pointer overshoots the desired
voltage and then returns back to the desired voltage, the Open Circuit Voltage Control is set too
high. This can result in a bad start where the wire
tends to "Blast off."
If the voltmeter pointer hesitates before coming up
to the desired voltage, the Open Circuit Voltage
Control is set too low. This can cause the electrode to stub.
4. Start and make the weld.
Following are some basic arc striking techniques that
apply to all wire feed processes. Using these procedures should provide trouble-free starting. These procedures apply to single, solid wires and Innershield
wires.
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a. Cold starts. For cold starts, be sure the work
piece is clean and the electrode makes positive contact with the work piece.
b. Hot "On the Fly" starts. For hot starts, travel
should begin before the wire contacts the
work piece.
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B-8
OPERATION
B-8
ARC STRIKING WITH DC-600 AND THE NA-3
START BOARD
When electrical strikeouts exceed 1 3/4” (44.4mm) an
NA-3 Start Board may be required to improve arc
striking.
When the NA-3 Start Board is used to improve arc
striking, use the following procedures:
1. Set start time at 0.
2. Set NA-3 start current and start voltage at midrange.
3. Set the NA-3 output current and voltage to the
proper settings for the welding procedure to be
used.
4. Turn the Start Board Timer to maximum.
5. Set Start Board current and voltage control.
a. Set the Start Board current control to 1 1/2
dial numbers below that set on the NA-3 current control.
If the voltmeter pointer overshoots the desired
voltage and then returns back to the desired voltage, the Open Circuit Voltage Control is set too
high. This can result in a bad start where the wire
tends to "Blast off."
If the voltmeter pointer hesitates before coming up
to the desired voltage, the Open Circuit Voltage
Control is set too low. This can cause the electrode to stub.
c.Set NA-3 Start Board current and voltage as
close to the welding procedure current and
voltage as possible.
NOTE: The Start Board current and voltage
should be as close as possible to the welding procedure current and voltage, while still getting satisfactory starts.
d. Set the start time to as low a time as possible
while still getting satisfactory starts.
7. Start and make the weld.
b. Set the Start Board voltage control equal with
the NA-3 voltage control setting.
NOTE: These Start Board current and voltage
settings result in a start up current that is lower
than the NA-3 current setting and approximately
equal with the NA-3 voltage setting for the desired
welding procedure.
6. Establish the correct arc striking procedure with
the NA-3 Start Board timer set at maximum.
a. For the best starting performance, the NA-3
Open Circuit Voltage Control and Voltage
Control setting should be the same. Set the
Inch Speed Control for the slowest inch
speed possible.
b. To adjust the Open Circuit Voltage Control to
get the best starting performance, make
repeated starts observing the NA-3 voltmeter.
When the voltmeter pointer swings smoothly up to
the desired arc voltage, without undershooting or
overshooting the desired arc voltage, the Open
Circuit Voltage Control is set properly.
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B-9
OPERATION
B-9
DC-600 POWER SOURCE SETTING WHEN
CONNECTED TO NA-5 WIRE FEEDER
When using the DC-600 with the NA-5 wire feeder, set
the controls on the DC-600 as follows for the best performance:
1. Turn OFF main AC input power supply to the DC-
600.
2. Connect the electrode cables to terminal polarity
to be used.
3. Connect the #21 work lead (on T.S.2) to the
same polarity as the work cable connection.
4. Set the DC-600 LOCAL/REMOTE Switch to
REMOTE.
5. Set the DC-600 OUTPUT TERMINALS switch to
REMOTE.
6. Set the DC-600 WELDING MODE SWITCH to the
position that matches the welding process being
used.
a. For submerged arc welding, set WELDING
MODE SWITCH to CV SUBMERGED ARC
position.
LN-7 AND LN-9 SEMI-AUTOMATIC WIRE
FEEDERS OR OTHER CONSTANT WIRE
FEEDERS
To use the LN-7, LN-9, or other constant wire feed
speed semi-automatic wire feeders with DC-600
1. Set the DC-600 WELDING MODE SWITCH to
either CV INNERSHIELD mode or CV
SUBMERGED ARC mode depending on the welding process being used.
NOTE: These semi-automatic wire feeders cannot be used in the CC Stick mode.
2. Set the DC-600 LOCAL/REMOTE SWITCH.
a. LN-7: Use either an optional K775 Remote
Control Box Assembly or set the
DC-600 LOCAL/REMOTE SWITCH in the
Local position.
b. LN-9: Refer to the LN-9 Operatorʼs Manual for
instructions of how to use the LN-9.
c. Other Constant Wire Feeders: Refer to Wire
Feeders Operatorʼs Manual.
3. Set the DC-600 OUTPUT TERMINALS switch to
REMOTE.
b. For all open arc welding processes set
WELDING MODE SWITCH to CV INNERSHIELD position.
LN-8 SEMI-AUTOMATIC WIRE FEEDER
To use the LN-8 Semi-Automatic Wire Feeder with
DC-600
1. Set the DC-600 WELDING MODE SWITCH to
either CV INNERSHIELD mode or CV
SUBMERGED ARC mode depending on the welding process being used.
2. Set the DC-600 LOCAL/REMOTE SWITCH to the
REMOTE position.
3. Set the DC-600 OUTPUT TERMINALS switch to
REMOTE.
4. Set the LN-8 Welding Mode Switch to the CV position. The LN-8 Welding Mode Switch is located
on the variable voltage (CC) board.
5. Refer to the LN-8 Operatorʼs Manual for instructions on how to use the LN-8.
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C-1
T
ACCESSORIES
C-1
WIRE FEEDERS AND TRACTORS
The DC-600 can be used to power any of the following Lincoln Wire Feeders and Tractors:
Remote Output Control (K857 or K857-1
with K864 Adapter)
An optional “remote out control” is available. The
K857 or K857-1 are the same remote control options
that are used on other Lincoln power sources. The
K857 or K857-1 consist of a control box with 25 feet
(7.6 meters) or 100 feet (30.3 meters)
The K857 and K857-1 have a 6-pin connector and
K857 require a K864 adapter cable which connects to
the 14-pin connector on the case front.
Undercarriages (K817P, K842)
For easy moving of the machine, an optional undercarriage (K842) is available with mountings for two
gas cylinders at rear of welder.
Paralleling Kit (K1611-1)
Permits paralleling of two DC-600's for welding currents of up to 1200 amps, 100% duty cycle.
Tig Module (K930-2)
Portable high frequency generator for AC/DC TIG
welding.
FACTORY OR FIELD INSTALLED
OPTIONS
Multi-Process Switch (K804-1)
The MULTI-PROCESS SWITCH gives you the ability
to:
•Switch between "stick welding or air/carbon arc
cutting" and using a semi-automatic or automatic
wire feeder.
•Change the polarity of a semi-automatic or automatic wire feeder without changing any electrical
cable connections.
See Figure C.1
Remote Control Adapter Cable (K864)
STRAIGHT PLUG (14 PIN)
O POWER SOURCE
A "V" cable 12" (.30 m) long to connect a K857 or
K857-1 Remote Control (6-pin connector) with an LN7 wire-feeder (14-pin connector) and the machine (14pin connector). If a remote control is used alone the
wire-feeder connection is then not used.
CABLE RECEPTACLE (6 SOCKET)
TO: K857 OR K867-1
REMOTE CONTROL
CABLE RECEPTACLE (14 SOCKET)
TO: LN-7 WIRE FEEDERS
DC-600 RED-D-ARC
+
-
–
WIRE
FEEDER
CABLES
FIGURE C.1 - MULTI-PROCESS SWITCH
STICK OR-
AIR-
CARBON-
ARC
+
STICK OR
AIR/CARBON
ARC CABLES
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C-2
ACCESSORIES
The MULTI-PROCESS SWITCH has two sets of output terminals. You connect the wire feeder unit cables
to the set of terminals on the left side of the box and
the stick or air/carbon arc cables to the set of terminals on the right side (facing the front of the machine)
as shown in Figure C.1. The output terminals are protected against accidental contact by hinged covers.
When the MULTI-PROCESS SWITCH is in the "Stick
or Air/Carbon Arc" position, only those
terminals are energized. The wire feeder nozzle or
gun and electrode are not electrically "hot" when in
this mode.
21-21+41 4 231 32
NEGATIVE (–)
OUTPUT
STUD
C-2
TERMINAL
STRIP COVER
BOX
CONNECTOR
75 76 77
CONTROL
LEADS
POSITIVE (+)
–
+
OUTPUT
STUD
Follow these steps to install the MULTI-PROCESS
SWITCH:
1. Confirm that the DC-600 POWER ON/OFF switch
is in the OFF position.
2. Disconnect main AC input power to the DC-
600.
3. Open the terminal strip hinged cover located on
the Case Front Assembly.
4. The MULTI-PROCESS SWITCH is mounted to
the case front with four 1/4” self-tapping screws.
The screw holes are 13.8” apart side to side and
4.5” apart top to bottom, Run one of the 1/4”
screws part way in and out of the screw holes to
open them up. Make sure that the two sleeved
control leads do not get pinched when hanging
the switch; route them out the side to the right of
the switch. Support the switch in position and start
the four screws, then tighten them.
5. Route the MULTI-PROCESS SWITCH control
leads through the strain-relief box connectors and
into the terminal strip. Connect wire feeder control
cable as specified in specific connection diagram
and make other terminal strip connections as
specified on the connection diagram for the
Lincoln wire feeder being used.
6. Connect the control leads from the MULTIPROCESS SWITCH to terminals #2 and #4 on
the DC-600's terminal strip.
7. Connect the right cable from the MULTIPROCESS SWITCH (facing the front of the
machine) to the DC-600 positive (+) output terminal. See Figure C.2.
8. Connect the left cable from the MULTI-PROCESS
SWITCH (facing the front of the machine) to the
DC-600 negative (-) output terminal. See Figure
C.2.
9. Connect the wire feeder electrode and work
cables. See Figure C.2.
a. Insert the wire feeder electrode and work
cables through the strain relief loop on the left
side of the DC-600 (facing the front of the
machine).
b. Connect the wire feeder electrode and work
cables to the electrode and work
terminals on the left side of the MULTIPROCESS SWITCH.
10. Connect wire feeder control cable and make other
terminal strip connections as specified on the
connection diagram for the Lincoln wire feeder
being used.
11. Set the DC-600 OUTPUT TERMINALS switch to
REMOTE.
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C-3
12. Connect stick or air/carbon arc electrode and work
cable. See Figure C.2.
a. Insert the electrode and work cables through
the strain relief loop on the right side (facing
the front of the machine) of the DC-600.
b. Connect the electrode cable to the "Positive"
terminal on the right side of the MULTIPROCESS SWITCH.
c.Connect the work cable to the "Negative" ter-
minal on the right side of the MULTIPROCESS SWITCH.
NOTE: The instructions above are for connecting
the stick polarity positive. To change the polarity,
turn the DC-600 OFF, and reverse the cables.
NOTE: When it is not necessary to have separate
ground cables for stick and semi-automatic or
automatic welding, connect a jumper from the
MULTI-PROCESS SWITCH "Work" terminal to
the MULTI-PROCESS SWITCH "negative" terminal. See Figure C.2.
ACCESSORIES
C-3
To operate the MULTI-PROCESS SWITCH, refer to
the operating instructions on the switch nameplate.
CONNECTIONS FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC OR AUTOMATIC WIRE FEEDER CONTROL
1. Set the DC-600 ON/OFF switch to OFF.
2. Set the DC-600 LOCAL/REMOTE switch to
REMOTE.
3. Set the DC-600 OUTPUT TERMINALS switch to
REMOTE.
4. Set the DC-600 MODE switch to the welding
process being used.
5. Refer to the proper connection diagram in the DIAGRAMS section for more information.
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D-1
MAINTENANCE
D-1
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.
1. Disconnect input AC power supply lines to the
machine before performing periodic maintenance,
tightening, cleaning, or replacing parts.
Perform the following daily:
1. Check that no combustible materials are in the
welding or cutting area or around the machine.
TESTING THE GFCI RECEPTACLE
1. Turn the welder ON. Press the reset button fully.
Plug a lamp or radio into the GFCI (and leave it
plugged in) to verify that the power is ON. If there is
no power, go to Troubleshooting Section.
2. Press the TEST button in order to trip the device.
This should stop the flow of electricity, making the
lamp or radio shut OFF. Note that the REST button
will pop out. If the power stays on, go to
Troubleshooting Section. If the power goes OFF,
the GFCI receptacle is working properly. To restore
power, press the RESET button.
3. Press the TEST button (then RESET button) every
month to assure proper operation.
NOTE:
The GFCI receptacle is in a 115v circuit where the
neutral is floating with respect to ground.
Consequently if a GFCI tester is plugged into the
GFCI receptacle, the tester will show that there is an
“open ground”. The indication of an”open ground” is
normal and the GFCI will function properly in the
event of a ground fault current as the GFCI is
designed to do.
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.
Perform Periodically:
Clean the inside of the machine with low pressure air
stream. Clean the following parts. When using air, be
careful to adequately protect your eyes.
•Main transformer and choke.
•Electrode and work cable connections.
•SCR rectifier bridge and heat sink fins.
•Control board.
•Firing board.
•Fan Assembly.
NOTE: The fan motor has sealed bearings which
require no maintenance.
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E-1
TROUBLESHOOTING
HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
WARNING
Service and Repair should only be performed by 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.
Step 2. POSSIBLE CAUSE.
The second column labeled “POSSIBLE CAUSE” lists
the obvious external possibilities that may contribute
to the machine symptom.
Step 3. RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION
This column provides a course of action for the
Possible Cause, generally it states to contact your
local Authorized Field Service Facility.
If you do not understand or are unable to perform the
Recommended Course of Action safely, contact your
local Authorized Field Service Facility.
CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Local Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
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E-2
TROUBLESHOOTING
PC BOARD TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES
E-2
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:
P.C. Board 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 Meg ohm
ATTENTION
Static-Sensitive
Devices
Handle only at
Static-Safe
Workstations
Reusable
Container
Do Not Destroy
resistive cord connected 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 buildup. Be sure not to touch any
electrically live parts at the
same time.
• Remove the P.C. Board from the static-shielding bag
and place it directly into the equipment. Donʼt set the
P.C. Board on or near paper, plastic or cloth which
could have a static charge. If the P.C. Board canʼt be
installed immediately, put it back in the static-shielding bag.
• If the P.C. Board uses protective shorting jumpers,
donʼt remove them until installation is complete.
• If you return a P.C. Board 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 symp-
tom 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 sub-
stituting 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 substitu-
tion 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.
• Tools which come in contact with the P.C. Board
must be either conductive, anti-static or static-dissipative.
Maj or P hysical o r Ele ctri cal
Damage is Evident
The Machine is dead. The Input
contactor does not operate.
Input contactor (CR1) chatters.
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)'
#)($)($&# !'
Contact the Service Dept. (216)
383-2531 or 1-888-935-3877
1. Check for blown or missing fuses
in input lines.
2. Check the three phase input line
vol tag e at the m ach ine . The
input voltage must match the rating plate and reconnect panel.
3. Power ON/OFF switch may be
defective.
1. The input line voltage may be
low. Check all three phases.
2. Ma ke sure input l ine vol tage
matches machine rating and the
reconnect panel is connected
correctly for the line voltage.
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#)&'#(#"
If all recommended possible areas
of mis adju stm ent hav e bee n
checked and the problem persists,
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Variable or sluggish welding arc.
Output Control Pot. not functioning
in “LOCAL” control.
No output control in “REMOTE”
control.
115 VAC GFC I recep tac le not
working. (60HZ machines only)
1. Poor electrode or work lead connection.
2. Welding cables too small.
3. Welding current or voltage too
low.
1. LOCAL/REMOTE Switch (S3)
faulty or in wrong position.
2. Faulty OUTPUT CONTROL Pot.
1. LOCAL/REMOTE Switch (S3)
faulty or in wrong position.
2. Faulty Remote Control Unit.
1. 115VAC Circuit Breaker tripped.
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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 your
>20;84;3'4AE824028;8CH for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
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E-4
TROUBLESHOOTING
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
E-4
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
Machine input contactor operates
but machine has no weld output.
Fan runs and pilot light glows.
Machine has maximum weld output and no control.
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
OUTPUT PROBLEMS
1. Place OUTPUT TERMINAL Switch
to “ON”, or install a jumper from #2
to #4 on machine terminal strip. If
machine weld output is restored
the problem is in the wire feeder or
control cable.
2. If remote control is not being used
make certain the LOCAL/REMOTE
SWITCH (SW3) is in the "Local"
position.
3. Check 42V Circuit Breaker in the
front panel.Reset if necessary.
4. Check for loose or faulty weld
cable connections.
5. Trigger circuit not working.
1. LOCAL/REMOTE Switch (S3) in
wrong position.
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
If all recommended possible areas
of misadjustment have been
checked and the problem persists,
Contact your local Field Service
Facility.
2. LOCAL/REMOTE Switch (S3) is
faulty, or an open lead going to the
LOCAL/REMOTE Switch (S3).
CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Local Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
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E-5
TROUBLESHOOTING
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
E-5
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
Machine has minimum output and
no control.
The machine does not have maximum weld output.
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
OUTPUT PROBLEMS
1. If a remote control unit is NOT
connected to the terminal strip
#75, #76, and #77 terminals, or
is not connected to the 14 pin
MS receptacle the LOCAL
/REMOTE SWITCH must be in
the "Local" position.
2. If a remote control cable is connected to terminals #75, #76 and
#77 or is connected to the 14 pin
MS receptacle the leads may be
"shorted" to the positive weld
output.
3. Make certain the Three Phase
input voltage is correct and
matches the machine rating and
the reconnect panel.
1. Check all Three-Phase input
lines at the DC-600. Make sure
input voltages match machine
rating and reconnect panel.
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
If all recommended possible areas
of misadjustment have been
checked and the problem persists,
Contact your local Authorized
Field Service Facility.
2. Put LOCAL/REMOTE SWITCH
(SW3) in "LOCAL" position. If
problem is solved then check
remote control unit or wire feeder.
3. Check for loose welding cable
connections.
CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Local Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
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E-6
TROUBLESHOOTING
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
E-6
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
Machine shuts off (input contactor
drops out) when the welder output
terminals are made electrically
"hot".
(#2 to #4 closure at terminal strip.)
or OUTPUT TERMINALS switch
is in ON position.
The DC600 will NOT shut off when
the Power Switch is turned to
OFF.
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
OUTPUT PROBLEMS
1. Remove all welding cables and
control cables from the DC-600.
Jumper #2 to #4 at the terminal
strip or set OUTPUT TERMINALS switch to ON position. If
the machine does NOT shut off
and normal open circuit voltage
is present at the welder output
terminals the problem is external to the DC-600. Either the
remote leads #75, #76 or #77
are grounded to the negative
output cable or there is a short
on the welding output terminals.
2. If the machine still shuts off
when all control and welding
cables are removed then the
problem is internal to the DC-
600.
1. Contact your local Authorized
Field Service Facility.
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
If all recommended possible areas
of misadjustment have been
checked and the problem persists,
Contact your local Authorized
Field Service Facility.
The weld output terminals are
always electrically "hot".
1. Remove any external leads
hooked to #2 and #4 on the terminal strip or any connections
to the 14 pin MS connector. Set
OUTPUT TERMINALS switch
to the OFF position. If the problem disappears the fault is in
the control cable or wire feeder.
2. If some open circuit voltage is
present (over 3VDC.) after performing Step #1. then the problem is within the DC-600.
CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Local Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
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E-7
TROUBLESHOOTING
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
E-7
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
Poor arc starting when the DC600 is in the CV Sub-Arc or CV
Innershield Modes.
Machine has output but trips off
immediately when wire feed unit
trigger is activated.
Poor arc characteristics in all
processes.
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
WELDING PROBLEMS
1. Make sure the proper welding
procedures are being used. (wire
feed speed, arc voltage and wire
size).
2. Check weld cables for loose or
faulty connections.
1. Remove output cables from DC-
600. If problem is resolved check
for external short between welding cables. Also check control
cable (#75, #76, & #77) for
grounds or shorts.
1. Check for the correct input voltages on the three phase input
lines at the DC-600.
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
If all recommended possible areas
of misadjustment have been
checked and the problem persists,
Contact your local Authorized
Field Service Facility.
2. Make sure the proper welding
procedures are being used.(wire
feed speed, arc voltage and wire
size).
3. Check the welding cables for
loose or faulty connections.
CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Local Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
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F-1
DIAGRAMS
F-1
DUPLEX RECEPTACLE TO BE WIRED AS
SHOWN FOR ALL CODES EXCEPT 10663.
GFCI RECEPTACLE FOR CODE 10663 TO
HAVE LEAD 31 CONNECTED TO THE
WHITE LINE. LEAD 32 TO BE CONNECTED
TO THE HOT LINE.
DC-600 RED-D-ARC
NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specific diagram for a particular code is pasted inside
the machine on one of the enclosure panels. If the diagram is illegible, write to the Service Department for a replacement. Give the equipment code number.
Page 37
F-2
DIAGRAMS
F-2
DC-600 RED-D-ARC
NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specific diagram for a particular code is pasted inside
the machine on one of the enclosure panels. If the diagram is illegible, write to the Service Department for a replacement. Give the equipment code number.
Page 38
F-3
service this machine.
Only qualified persons should install, use or
Power Source before connecting the wire feeder.
Turn off (0) the power switch on the Welding
DIAGRAMS
K=42
I=41
C=2
H=21
D=4
G=75
E=77
F=76
14-SOCKET BOX RECEPTACLE, REAR VIEW
AND 14-PIN CABLE PLUG, FRONT VIEW
F-3
1-28-94
S20409
N.D.
14 PIN
N.A. WELDING CABLE MUST BE SIZED FOR CURRENT
AND DUTY CYCLE OF APPLICATION.
LN-742
WIRE
FEEDER
AMPHENOL
N.B. DIAGRAM SHOWS ELECTRODE POSITIVE. TO
CHANGE POLARITY, TURN POWER "OFF",
REVERSE ELECTRODE AND WORK CABLES AT
POWER SOURCE AND SET WIRE FEEDER
VOLTMETERPOLARITY SWITCHONPOWER
SOURCETOPROPERPOLARITY.
LN-742
TO WORK
N.D. IF USING K589-1, REMOTE CONTROL KIT,
SET POWER SOURCE CONTROL SWITCH
N.C. PINS NOT LISTED ARE NOT CONNECTED
ON CABLE.
INPUT CABLE
ASSEMBLY
TO "REMOTE" POSITION.
ELECTRODE CABLE
K=42
I=41
H=21
C=2
G=75
D=4
F=76
E=77
14-SOCKET BOX RECEPTACLE, FRONT VIEW
AND 14-PIN CABLE PLUG, REAR VIEW
CONNECTION OF LN-742 TO THE CV-655, DC-655 OR DC-600 POWER SOURCE
FUNCTION
TRIGGER CIRCUIT
TRIGGER CIRCUIT
OUTPUT CONTROL
WORK
OUTPUT CONTROL
OUTPUT CONTROL
42V AC
42V AC
-
2
LINCOLN
POWER SOURCE
+
DC-600 RED-D-ARC
ONLY AND EACH MAY OR MAY NOT BE
PRESENT IN YOUR EQUIPMENT.
(SEE APPROPRIATE WIRING DIAGRAM)
FUNCTIONS ARE LISTED FOR REFERENCE
LEAD
PIN
4
77
76
F
E
C
D
75
G
21
H
41
I
42
K
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F-4
Only qualified persons should install, use or
service this machine.
Do not touch electrically live parts.
Disconnect power source before
servicing.
Do not operate with covers removed.
DIAGRAMS
electrode polarity is
work polarity. This
the terminal strip,
F-4
10-30 -98F
S22976
changed.
If lead #21 is to be connected to
connection must be changed whenever the
connect to the #21 terminal that matches
N.F.
for more information.
appropriate output studs. Refer to power source operating manual
N.G. Illustration does not necessarily represent actual position of
CONTROLCABLE
FOR CONTROL CABLE
WITH 14 PINMS-TYPE
PLUG CONNECTOR
OR
FOR CONTROL CABLE
lead #21 from control cable with terminal strip connectors or from
preferred connection because it adds error to the LN-7 voltmeter
not need to be extended and can be directly connected to
voltage sensing work lead may be ordered for this purpose.
Connect it directly to the work piece independent of the welding
work cable connection. For convenience, this extended #21 lead
2
32
31
should be taped to the welding work lead. (If the length of
4
duty cycle of immediate and future applications. See LN-7
Operating Manual for proper sizes.
N.A. Welding cables must be of proper capacity for the current and
LEAD CONNECTORS
WITH TERMINAL STRIP
suitable for the installation. An S16586-[LENGTH] remote
14-pin receptacle using #14 AWG or larger insulated wire physically
N.B. If LN-7 is equipped with a meter kit, extend LN-7 control cable
terminal #21 on the terminal strip. Note that this is not the
welding work cable is short, less than 25 feet, and connections
can be expected to be reliable, then control cable lead #21 does
21
GND
marked near the power source terminal strip. The power
this terminal strip.
source grounding terminal (marked and located near the power
source input power connections) must be properly connected to
reading.)
N.D. Connect the control cable ground lead to the frame terminal
N.C. Tape up bolted connection if lead #21 is extended.
electrical ground per the power source operating manual.
N.E. If an optional remote voltage control is used, connect it to
N.E.
CABLEPLUG
LN-7 TO INPUT
CABLE
LN-7 CONTROL
77
RECEPTACLE
14-PIN
21
CONNECTION OF LN-7 TO THE CV-655, DC-655 OR DC-600 POWER SOURCE
POWER SOURCE
75 76
32
4231
41
21
-
21
+
N.F.
N.D.
ELECTRODE CABLE
TO WIRE FEED UNIT
TO WORK
REMOTE VOLTAGE SENSING LEAD
POSITIVE
N.G.
N.A.
N.B. & N.C.
NEGATIVE
source and position the switch on wire feeder (if equipped )
For proper setting of switches on power source,
see power source operating manual.
to proper polarity. Also refer to note N.F.
Above diagram shows electrode connected positive. To change polarity,
turn power off, reverse the electrode and work leads at the power
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F-5
Only qualified persons should install, use or
service this machine.
Do not touch electrically live parts.
Disconnect power source before
servicing.
Do not operate with covers removed.
DIAGRAMS
F-5
10-30 -98F
S22977
the #21 terminal that matches work polarity. This connection must be
Blue jumper on voltage board (later units only),
or on start board (earlier units), to pin "B".
White jumper on voltage board to pin "S" .
(refer to LN-9 Operating Manual):
lead #77 to #77 on the terminal strip.
FOR CONTROL CABLE
WITH 14 PINMS-TY PE
PLUG CONNECTOR
OR
FOR CONTROL CABLE
separate from the welding work lead circuit and connection. For
welding work lead. (If the length of work lead circuit is
Connect it directly to the work piece keeping it electrically
remote voltage sensing work lead may be ordered for this purpose.
physically suitable for the installation. An S16586-[LENGTH]
N.B. Extend lead #21 from control cable with terminal strip connectors or
from 14-pin receptacle using #14AWG or larger insulated wire
duty cycle of immediate and future applications.
N.A. Welding cables must be of proper capacity for the current and
LEAD CONNECTORS
WITH TERMINAL STRIP
short, and connections can be expected to be reliable, then
convenience, this extended #21 lead should be taped to the
to the wire feeder voltmeter reading.)
control cable lead #21 does not need to be extended and can be
directly connected to terminal #21 on the terminal strip. Note
that this is not the preferred connection because it adds error
N.C. Tape up bolted connection if lead #21 is extended.
terminal strip, connect lead #76 to #76 on terminal strip, connect
marked near the power source terminal strip. The power
source grounding terminal (marked and located near the power
source input power connections) must be properly connected to
electrical ground per the power source operating manual.
N.D. Connect the control cable ground lead to the frame terminal
N.E. If using an older LN-8 control cable: connect lead #75 to #75 on
N.F. The LN-9 voltage control jumpers must be connected as follows
changed whenever the electrode polarity is changed.
N.G. If lead #21 is to be connected to the terminal strip, connect to
N.H. Illustration does not necessarily represent actual position of appropriate
output studs. Refer to power source instruction manual for more info.
N.E.
CONTROLCABLE
CABLE
INPUT CABLE PLUG
TO LN-8 OR LN-9
N.F .
CONTROL
RECEPTACLE
14-PIN
21
CONNECTION OF LN-8 OR LN-9 TO THE CV-655, DC-655 OR DC-600 POWER SOURCE
POWER SOURCE
77
75 76
32
4231
41
21
-
21
+
C
N.E.
2
32
A
B
4
31
GND
21
N.D.
ELECTRODE CABLE
TO WIRE FEED UNIT
TO WORK
REMOTE VOLTAGE SENSING LEAD
POSITIVE
N.H.
N.A.
N.B. & N.C.
N.G.
NEGATIVE
source and position the switch on wire feeder (if equipped )
For proper setting of switches on power source,
see power source operating manual.
to proper polarity. Also refer to note N.F.
Above diagram shows electrode connected positive. To change polarity,
turn power off, reverse the electrode and work leads at the power
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F-6
Only qualified persons should install, use or
service this machine.
Do not touch electrically live parts.
Disconnect power source before
servicing.
Do not operate with covers removed.
DIAGRAMS
electrode polarity is
work polarity. This
the terminal strip,
F-6
10-30 -98F
S22978
changed.
Illustration does not necessarily represent actual position of
appropriate output studs. Refer to power source operating
If lead #21 is to be connected to
connect to the #21 terminal that matches
connection must be changed whenever the
N.F.
REMOTE VOLTAGESENSINGLEAD
manual for more information.
N.G.
Reverse the leads on the back of the ammeter and voltmeter
For proper setting of switches on power source,
see power source operating manual.
source.
in the automatic control box.Also refer to note N.F.
turn power off, reverse the electrode and work leads at the power
Above diagram shows electrode connected positive. To change polarity,
CONTROLCABLE
RECEPTACLE
14-PIN
POWER SOURCE
FOR CONTROL CABLE
WITH 14 PINMS-TY PE
PLUG CONNECTOR
TO AUTOMATIC
CONTROL BOX
21
OR
CONTROL CABLE
LEAD CONNECTORS
FOR CONTROL CABLE
WITH TERMINAL STRIP
remote voltage sensing work lead may be ordered for this purpose.
physically suitable for the installation. An S16586-[LENGTH]
duty cycle of immediate and future applications.
N.B. Extend lead #21 from control cable with terminal strip connectors
N.A. Welding cables must be of proper capacity for the current and
Connect it directly to the work piece keeping it electrically
or from 14-pin receptacle using #14AWG or larger insulated wire
separate form the welding work lead circuit and connection. For
75
76
77
control cable lead #21 does not need to be extended and can be
convenience, this extended #21 lead should be taped to the
32
31
directly connected to terminal #21 on the terminal strip. Note
welding work lead. (If the length of work lead circuit is
short, and connections can be expected to be reliable, then
2
4
to the wire feeder voltmeter reading.)
that this is not the preferred connection because it adds error
GND
marked near the power source terminal strip. The power
source grounding terminal (marked and located near the power
source input power connections) must be properly connected to
N.C. Tape up bolted connection if lead #21 is extended.
N.D. Connect the control cable ground lead to the frame terminal
electrical ground per the power source operating manual.
N.E. If a variable voltage board is present in the automatic controls,
21
N.D.
EQUIPMENT
ELECTRODE CABLE
TO AUTOMATIC
77
75 76
32
4231
41
21
-
21
+
N.F.
POSITIVE
N.G.
N.A.
N.B. & N.C.
NEGATIVE
permit the inch down button to operate. This jumper, however,
controls, permitting only hot starting techniques to be used.
the jumper lead on the VV board must be connected to pin "L" to
will disable the cold starting/autostop feature of the automatic
TOWORK
CONNECTION OF NA-3, LT-5 OR LT-7 TO THE CV-655, DC-655 OR DC-600 POWER SOURCE
DC-600 RED-D-ARC
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F-7
Only qualified persons should install, use or
service this machine.
Do not touch electrically live parts.
Disconnect power source before
servicing.
Do not operate with covers removed.
DIAGRAMS
F-7
10-30 -98F
S22979
follows:
to the #21
must be changed
CONTROLCABLE
RECEPTACLE
14-PIN
FOR CONTROL CABLE
WITH 14 PINMS-TYPE
OR
PLUG CONNECTOR
INPUT CABLE PLUG
TO NA-5/-5R
welding work lead. (If the length of work lead circuit is
Connect it directly to the work piece keeping it electrically
convenience, this extended #21 lead should be taped to the
duty cycle of immediate and future applications.
N.B. Extend lead #21 from control cable with terminal strip connectors
or from 14-pin receptacle using #14 AWG or larger insulated wire
N.A. Welding cables must be of proper capacity for the current and
LEAD CONNECTORS
FOR CONTROL CABLE
WITH TERMINAL STRIP
separate from the welding work lead circuit and connection. For
remote voltage sensing work lead may be ordered for this purpose.
physically suitable for the installation. An S16586-[LENGTH]
B
C
control cable lead #21 does not need to be extended and can be
directly connected to terminal #21 on the terminal strip. Note
short, and connections can be expected to be reliable, then
that this is not the preferred connection because it adds error
to the NA-5/-5R voltmeter reading.)
2
32
A
4
31
GND
N.D.
CONTROL CABLE
77
75 76
the terminal strip, connect
permitting only Hot Starting techniques to be used.
NA-5/-5R Voltage P.C. board. This jumper, however, will disable the
Cold Starting/Auto-Stop/Touching-Work feature of the NA-5/-5R,
button will not operate unless a jumper is connected between the two
When using NA-5/-5R controls above Code 8300, the NA-5/-5RInch Down
tab terminals, labeled "AUTO", located above the transformer on the
Connect white jumper to pin "B".
Connect red jumper to pin "S".
electrical ground per the power source operating manual.
source input power connections) must be properly connected to
marked near the power source terminal strip. The power
source grounding terminal (marked and located near the power
N.D. Connect the control cable ground lead to the frame terminal
N.C. Tape up bolted connection if lead #21 is extended.
N.E. The jumpers on the NA-5/-5R voltage board must be connected as
If lead #21 is to be connected to
N.F.
21
BOLT TO CABLES FROM NA-5/-5R
N.D. & N.F.
TO WORK
WIRE CONTACT AS' BLY
REMOTE VOLTAGE SENSING LEAD
NA-5/-5R control box.
whenever the electrode polarity is changed.
terminal that matches work polarity. This connection
the clamp bar on the left side of the
N.G. For proper NA-5/-5R operation, the electrode cables must be snugged under
N.H . Illustration does not necessarily represent actual position of
for more information.
appropriate output studs. Refer to power source operating manual
21
POWER SOURCE
CONNECTION OF NA-5/-5R TO THE CV-655, DC-655 OR DC-600 POWER SOURCE
box polarity connections. Also refer to note N. F.
Above diagram shows electrode connected positive. To change polarity,
turn power off, reverse the electrode and work leads at the power source.
Refer to NA-5 or NA-5RO perating Manual for required NA-5 or NA-5R control
DC-600 RED-D-ARC
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F-8
DIAGRAMS
F-8
10-30 -98F
S22980
L
C=2
B=GND
A
D=4
E=77
Only qualified persons should install, use or
service this machine.
Do not touch electrically live parts.
Disconnect power source before
servicing.
Do not operate with covers removed.
N.A. WELDING CABLE MUST BE SIZED FOR CURRENT
AND DUTY CYCLE OF APPLICATION.
WIRE
FEEDER
N.B. DIAGRAM SHOWS ELECTRODE POSITIVE. TO
CHANGEPOLARITY, TURNPOWER "OFF",
REVERSEELECTRODEANDWORKCABLESAT
9 PIN
AMPHENOL
N.C. PINS NOT LISTED ARE NOT CONNECTED
ONCABLE.
POWERSOURCE.
N.D. IFLEAD #21ISTOBECONNECTEDTOTHE
TERMINAL STRIP, CONNECT TO THE #21
TERMINAL THAT MATCHES WORK POLARITY.
THISCONNECTIONMUSTBECHANGEDWHENEVER
WIRE FEEDER
INPUT CABLE
ACTUAL POSITION OF APPROPRIATE OUTPUT STUDS.
N.E. ILLUSTRATION DOES NOT NECESSARILY REPRESENT
THE ELECTRODE POLARITY IS CHANGED.
ASSEMBLY
REFER TO POWER SOURCE OPERATING MANUAL FOR
G=75
G=75
D=4
M
F=76
F=76
M
E=77
14-SOCKET BOX RECEPTACLE, REAR VIEW
AND 14-PIN CABLE PLUG, FRONT VIEW
K=42
J
H=21
H=21
C=2
N
N
L
I=41
MORE INFORMATION.
I=41
J
K=42
A
B=GND
14-SOCKET BOX RECEPTACLE, FRONT VIEW
AND 14-PIN CABLE PLUG, REAR VIEW
14 PIN
AMPHENOL
N.E.
ELECTRODE CABLE
TO WORK
42V AC
FUNCTION
CONNECTION OF DH-10 OR LN-10 TO POWER SOURCE WITH 14 PIN AMPHENOL
LINCOLN
POWER SOURCE
+
-
FOR PROPER SETTINGS OF SWITCHES ON POWER SOURCE,
SEE POWER SOURCE OPERATING MANUAL.
FUNCTIONS ARE LISTED FOR REFERENCE
ONLY AND EACH MAY OR MAY NOT BE
PRESENT IN YOUR EQUIPMENT.
CHASSIS CONNECTION
GND
LEAD
PIN
B
(SEE APPROPRIATE WIRING DIAGRAM)
TRIGGER CIRCUIT
TRIGGER CIRCUIT
2
4
C
D
OUTPUT CONTROL
77
E
WORK
OUTPUT CONTROL
OUTPUT CONTROL
75
21
76
F
G
H
42V AC
41
I
42
K
DC-600 RED-D-ARC
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F-9
DIAGRAMS
F-9
22.25
11.12
3. 25
27.5 0
9.20
1-20-89 A
M12244-6
*
27.87
20.00
39.95
THIS DIMENSION WILL VARY
WITH POSITION OF HANDLE
5.90
.94
*
DIMENSION PRINT (WITH K817P UNDERCARRIAGE)
38.00
DC-600
17.75
LOCATION OF BASE MOUNTING HOLES
*
*
29.93
DC-600 RED-D-ARC
4. 75
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F-10
DIAGRAMS
F-10
23.28
22.25
3. 25
27.5 0
7. 11
6-18-93C
M15200-3
*
27.65
20.00
11.12
37.86
5. 19
.94
*
*
29.93
*
38.00
54.91
DIMENSION PRINT (WITH K842 UNDERCARRIAGE)
DIMENSION PRINT (WITH K842 UNDERCARRIAGE)
17.76
36.12
DC-600
LOCATIONOFBASEMOUNTINGHOLES
*
49.8 9
DC-600 RED-D-ARC
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NOTES
DC-600 RED-D-ARC
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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.
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● 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.