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Safety Depends on You
Lincoln arc welding and cutting
equipment is designed and built
with safety in mind. However,
your overall safety can be
increased by proper installation ...
and thoughtful operation on your
part. DO NOT INSTALL, OPER-
ATE OR REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT READING
THIS MANUAL AND THE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED THROUGHOUT. And,
most importantly, think before you
act and be careful.
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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 can-
cer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
The Above For Diesel Engines
ARC WELDING CAN BE HAZARDOUS. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR DOCTOR BEFORE OPERATING.
Read and understand the following safety highlights. For additional safety information, it is strongly recommended that you
purchase a copy of “Safety in Welding & Cutting - ANSI Standard Z49.1” from the American Welding Society, P.O. Box
351040, Miami, Florida 33135 or CSA Standard W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” booklet E205 is available
from the Lincoln Electric Company, 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199.
BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE
PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
The Above For Gasoline Engines
FOR ENGINE
powered equipment.
1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenance
work unless the maintenance work requires it to be running.
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1.b. Operate engines in open, well-ventilated
areas or vent the engine exhaust fumes
outdoors.
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1.c. Do not add the fuel near an open flame
welding arc or when the engine is running.
Stop the engine and allow it to cool before
refueling to prevent spilled fuel from vaporiz-
ing on contact with hot engine parts and
igniting. Do not spill fuel when filling tank. If
fuel is spilled, wipe it up and do not start
engine until fumes have been eliminated.
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1.d. Keep all equipment safety guards, covers and devices in
position and in good repair.Keep hands, hair, clothing and
tools away from V-belts, gears, fans and all other moving
parts when starting, operating or repairing equipment.
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1.e. In so me cases it may be necessar y to re move safety
guar ds to per form r equired m a intenance. Remove
guards only when necessary and replace them when the
ma i ntenanc e requ irin g the ir re m oval is complete.
Always use the greatest care when working near moving
parts.
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1.f. Do not put your hands near the engine fan.
Do not attempt to override the governor or
idler by pushing on the throttle control rods
while the engine is running.
1.h. To avoid scalding, do not remove the
radiator pressure cap when the engine is
hot.
ELECTRIC AND
MAGNETIC FIELDS
may be dangerous
2.a. Elect ric current flowing through any c onductor causes
localized E lectric and Magnetic Fields (EMF). Welding
current creates EMF fields around welding cables and
welding machines
2.b. EMF fields may inter fere wi th 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.
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1.g. To prevent accidentally starting gasoline engines while
turning the engine or welding generator during maintenance
work, disconnect the spark plug wires, distributor cap or
magneto wire as appropriate.
2.d.4. Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as
possible to the area being welded.
Do not work next to welding power source.
2.d.5.
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SAFETY
ii
ELECTRIC SHOCK can
kill.
3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits
are electrically “hot” when the welder is on.
Do not touch these “hot” parts with your bare
skin or wet clothing. Wear dry, hole-free
gloves to insulate hands.
3.b. Insulate yourself from work and ground using dry insulation.
Make certain the insulation is large enough to cover your full
area of physical contact with work and ground.
In addition to the normal safety precautions, if welding
must be performed under electrically hazardous
conditions (in damp locations or while wearing wet
clothing; on metal structures such as floors, gratings or
scaffolds; when in cramped positions such as sitting,
kneeling or lying, if there is a high risk of unavoidable or
accidental contact with the workpiece or ground) use
the following equipment:
• Semiautomatic DC Constant Voltage (Wire) Welder.
• DC Manual (Stick) Welder.
• AC Welder with Reduced Voltage Control.
3.c. In semiautomatic or automatic wire welding, the electrode,
electrode reel, welding head, nozzle or semiautomatic
welding gun are also electrically “hot”.
3.d. Always be sure the work cable makes a good electrical
connection with the metal being welded. The connection
should be as close as possible to the area being welded.
3.e. Ground the work or metal to be welded to a good electrical
(earth) ground.
3.f.
Maintain the electrode holder, work clamp, welding cable and
welding machine in good, safe operating condition. Replace
damaged insulation.
3.g. Never dip the electrode in water for cooling.
3.h. Never simultaneously touch electrically “hot” parts of
electrode holders connected to two welders because voltage
between the two can be the total of the open circuit voltage
of both welders.
3.i. When working above floor level, use a safety belt to protect
yourself from a fall should you get a shock.
3.j. Also see Items 6.c. and 8.
ARC RAYS can burn.
4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover
plates to protect your eyes from sparks and
the rays of the arc when welding or observing
open arc welding. Headshield and filter lens
should conform to ANSI Z87. I standards.
4.b. Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant
material to protect your skin and that of your helpers from
the arc rays.
4.c. Protect other nearby personnel with suitable, non-flammable
screening and/or warn them not to watch the arc nor expose
themselves to the arc rays or to hot spatter or metal.
FUMES AND GASES
can be dangerous.
5.a. Wel ding may produce fumes and gases
hazardous to health. Avoid breathing these
fumes and gases. When welding, keep
your head out of the fume. Use enough
ventilation and/or exhaust at the arc to keep
fumes and gases away from the breathing zone. When
welding with electrodes which require special
ventilation such as stainless or hard facing (see
instructions on container or MSDS) or on lead or
cadmium plated steel and other metals or coatings
which produce highly toxic fumes, keep exposure as
low as possible and within applicable OSHA PEL and
ACGIH TLV limits using local exhaust or mechanical
ventilation. In confined spaces or in some circumstances, outdoors, a respirator may be required.
Additional precautions are also required when welding
on galvanized steel.
5. b. The operation of welding fume control equipment is affected
by various factors including proper use and positioning of
the equipment, maintenance of the equipment and the specific welding procedure and application involved. Worker
exposure level should be checked upon installation and
periodically thereafter to be certain it is within applicable
OSHA PEL and ACGIH TLV limits.
5.c.
Do not weld in locations near chlorinated hydrocarbon
coming from degreasing, cleaning or spraying operations.
The heat and rays of the arc can react with solvent vapors
form phosgene, a highly toxic gas, and other irritating products.
5.d. Shielding gases used for arc welding can displace air and
cause injury or death. Always use enough ventilation,
especially in confined areas, to insure breathing air is safe.
vapors
to
5.e. Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions for this
equipment and the consumables to be used, including the
material safety data sheet (MSDS) and follow your
employer’s safety practices. MSDS forms are available from
your welding distributor or from the manufacturer.
5.f. Also see item 1.b.
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SAFETY
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WELDING and CUTTING
SPARKS can
cause fire or explosion.
6.a.
Remove fire hazards from the welding area.
If this is not possible, cover them to prevent
Remember that welding sparks and hot
materials from welding can easily go through small cracks
and openings to adjacent areas. Avoid welding near
hydraulic lines. Have a fire extinguisher readily available.
6.b. Where compressed gases are to be used at the job site,
special precautions should be used to prevent hazardous
situations. Refer to “Safety in Welding and Cutting” (ANSI
Standard Z49.1) and the operating information for the
equipment being used.
6.c. When not welding, make certain no part of the electrode
circuit is touching the work or ground. Accidental contact
can cause overheating and create a fire hazard.
6.d. Do not heat, cut or weld tanks, drums or containers until the
proper steps have been taken to insure that such procedures
will not cause flammable or toxic vapors from substances
inside. They can cause an explosion even
been “cleaned”. For information, purchase “Recommended
Safe Practices for the
Containers and Piping That Have Held Hazardous
Substances”, AWS F4.1 from the American Welding Society
(see address above).
6.e. Vent hollow castings or containers before heating, cutting or
welding. They may explode.
Sparks and spatter are thrown from the welding arc. Wear oil
6.f.
free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy shirt,
cuffless trousers, high shoes and a cap over your hair. Wear
ear plugs when welding out of position or in confined places.
Always wear safety glasses with side shields when in a
welding area.
6.g. Connect the work cable to the work as close to the welding
area as practical. Work cables connected to the building
framework or other locations away from the welding area
increase the possibility of the welding current passing
through lifting chains, crane cables or other alternate circuits. This can create fire hazards or overheat lifting chains
or cables until they fail.
6.h. Also see item 1.c.
the welding sparks from starting a fire.
though
they have
Preparation
for Welding and Cutting of
CYLINDER may explode
if damaged.
7.a. U s e onl y com p ress e d gas c ylin d ers
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. Alwa ys ke ep 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. Re ad and fol low th e inst ruc tions on c om pre ssed g as
cylinders, associated equipment, and CGA publication P-l,
“Precautions for Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in
Cylinders,” available from the Compressed Gas Association
1235 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA 22202.
FOR ELECTRICALLY
powered equipment.
8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnect
switch at the fuse box before working on
the equipment.
8.b. Install equipment in accordance with the U.S. National
Electrical Code, all local codes and the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
8.c. Ground the equipment in accordance with the U.S. National
Electrical Code and the manufacturer’s recommendations.
6.I. Read and follow NFPA 51B “ Standard for Fire Prevention
During Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work”, available
from NFPA, 1 Batterymarch Park, PO box 9101, Quincy, Ma
022690-9101.
6.j. Do not use a welding power source for pipe thawing.
Refer to http://www.lincolnelectric.com/safety for additional safety information.
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SAFETY
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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 lʼélectr ode 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.F
aire trés attention de bien sʼisoler de la masse quand on
soude dans des endroits humides, ou sur un plancher
metallique ou des grilles metalliques, principalement dans
les positions assis ou couché pour lesquelles une grande
partie du corps peut être en contact avec la masse.
c. Maintenir le porte-électrode, la pince de masse, le câble
de soudage et la machine à souder en bon et sûr état
defonctionnement.
d.Ne jamais plonger le porte-électrode dans lʼeau pour le
refroidir.
e. Ne jamais toucher simultanément les parties sous tension
des porte-électrodes connectés à deux machines à souder
parce que la tension entre les deux pinces peut être le
total de la tension à vide des deux machines.
f. Si on utilise la machine à souder comme une source de
courant pour soudage semi-automatique, ces precautions
pour le porte-électrode sʼapplicuent aussi au pistolet de
soudage.
6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammab les ou les r ecouvrir afin de
prévenir tout risque dʼincendie dû aux étincelles.
7. Quand on ne soude pas, poser la pince à une endroit isolé de
la masse. Un court-circuit accidental peut provoquer un
échauffement et un risque dʼincendie.
8. Sʼassurer que la masse est connectée le plus prés possible
de la zone de travail quʼil est pratique de le faire. Si on place
la masse sur la charpente de la construction ou dʼautres
endroits éloignés de la zone de travail, on augmente le risque
de voir passer le courant de soudage par les chaines de levage, câbles de grue, ou autres circuits. Cela peut provoquer
des risques dʼincendie ou dʼechauffement des chaines et des
câbles jusquʼà ce quʼils se rompent.
9. Assurer une ventilation suffisante dans la zone de soudage.
Ceci est particuliérement important pour le soudage de tôles
galvanisées plombées, ou cadmiées ou tout autre métal qui
produit des fumeés toxiques.
10. Ne pas souder en présence de vapeurs de chlore provenant
dʼopérations de dégra issage, nettoyage ou pistolage. La
chaleur ou les rayons de lʼarc peuvent réagir avec les vapeurs
du solvant pour produire du phosgéne (gas fortement toxique)
ou autres produits irritants.
11. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements sur la sûreté,
voir le code “Code for safety in welding and cutting” CSA
Standard W 117.2-1974.
2. Dans
le cas de travail au dessus du niveau du sol, se protéger
contre les chutes dans le cas ou on recoit un choc. Ne jamais
enrouler le câble-électrode autour de nʼimporte quelle partie
du corps.
3. Un coup dʼarc peut être plus sévère quʼun coup de soliel,
donc:
a. Utiliser un bon masque avec un verre filtrant approprié
ainsi quʼun verre blanc afin de se protéger les yeux du rayonnement de lʼarc et des projections quand on soude ou
quand on regarde lʼarc.
b. Porter des vêtements convenables afin de protéger la
peau de soudeur et des aides contre le rayonnement de
lʻarc.
c. Protéger lʼautr e personnel tr availlant à pr oximité au
soudage à lʼaide dʼécrans appropriés et non-inflammables.
4. D
es gouttes de laitier en fusion sont émises de lʼarc de
soudage. Se protéger avec des vêtements de protection libres
de lʼhuile, tels que les gants en cuir, chemise épaisse, pantalons sans revers, et chaussures montantes.
5. Toujours porter des lunettes de sécurité dans la zone de
soudage. Utiliser des lunettes avec écrans lateraux dans les
zones où lʼon pique le laitier.
PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ POUR
LES MACHINES À SOUDER À
TRANSFORMATEUR ET À
REDRESSEUR
1. Relier à la terre le chassis du poste conformement au code de
lʼélectricité et aux recommendations du fabricant. Le dispositif
de montage ou la piece à souder doit être branché à une
bonne mise à la terre.
2. Autant que possible, Iʼinstallation et lʼentretien du poste seront
effectués par un électricien qualifié.
3. Avant de faires des travaux à lʼinterieur de poste, la debrancher à lʼinterrupteur à la boite de fusibles.
4. Garder tous les couvercles et dispositifs de sûreté à leur
place.
Thank You
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for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you
to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product
••• as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you!
The business of The Lincoln Electric Company is manufacturing and selling high quality welding equipment, consumables, and cutting equipment. Our challenge is to meet the needs of our customers and to exceed their expectations. On occasion, purchasers may ask Lincoln
Electric 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. Lincoln Electric is not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice, and assumes 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
warranty with respect to the sale of our products.
Lincoln Electric is a responsive manufacturer, but the selection and use of specific products sold by Lincoln Electric is solely within the control
of, and remains the sole responsibility of the customer. Many variables beyond the control of Lincoln Electric affect the results obtained in
applying these types of fabrication methods and service requirements.
Subject to Change – This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing. Please refer to www.lincolnelectric.com
for any updated information.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE POLICY
Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately
When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaser upon receipt by the carrier. Consequently, Claims
for material damaged in shipment must be made by the purchaser against the transportation company at the
time the shipment is received.
Please record your equipment identification information below for future reference. This information can be
found on your machine nameplate.
Product _________________________________________________________________________________
Model Number ___________________________________________________________________________
Code Number or Date Code_________________________________________________________________
Serial Number____________________________________________________________________________
Date Purchased___________________________________________________________________________
Where Purchased_________________________________________________________________________
Whenever you request replacement parts or information on this equipment, always supply the information you
have recorded above. The code number is especially important when identifying the correct replacement parts.
On-Line Product Registration
- Register your machine with Lincoln Electric either via fax or over the Internet.
• For faxing: Complete the form on the back of the warranty statement included in the literature packet
accompanying this machine and fax the form per the instructions printed on it.
• For On-Line Registration: Go to our
Your Product”. Please complete the form and submit your registration.
Read this Operators Manual completely before attempting to use this equipment. Save this manual and keep it
handy for quick reference. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions we have provided for your protection.
The level of seriousness to be applied to each is explained below:
WEB SITE at www.lincolnelectric.com. Choose “Support” and then “Register
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CAUTION
This statement appears where the information must be followed to avoid minor personal injury or damage to this equipment.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Installation .......................................................................................................Section A
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................A-1
Safety Precautions.................................................................................................A-2
Select Suitable Location ........................................................................................A-2
Stacking ..........................................................................................................A-2
Tilting...............................................................................................................A-2
Input and Grounding Connections ..................................................................A-2
Power Cord Connection ..................................................................................A-2
Undercarriage Mountings................................................................................A-2
Output Cables, Connections and Limitations.........................................................A-3
Negative Electrode Polarity
Voltage Sensing ................................................................................................... A-4
Power Wave to Semi-automatic Power Feed Wire Feeder Interconnections........A-5
System Description................................................................................................A-5
System Set-Up...............................................................................................A-6, A-7
Welding with Multiple Power Waves......................................................................A-8
Control Cable Specifications..................................................................................A-8
Multiple Arc Unsynchronized sense and work leads .............................................A-9
I / O Receptacle Specifications............................................................................A-10
Dip Switch Settings and Locations...............................................................A-10
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Operation .........................................................................................................Section B
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Accessories.....................................................................................................Section C
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Maintenance
________________________________________________________________________
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................Section E
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Wiring Diagram ............................................................................................Section F-1
Connection Diagram ....................................................................................Section F-2
Dimension Print............................................................................................Section F-3
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Parts Lists...............................................................................................................P-418
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Control Board Dip Switch ..............................................................................A-10
Safety Precautions.................................................................................................B-1
General Description
Recommended Processes and Equipment ...........................................................B-1
Recommended Processes ..............................................................................B-1
Required Equipment .......................................................................................B-2
Limitations .......................................................................................................B-2
Duty Cycle and Time Period ...........................................................................B-2
Case Front Controls ........................................................................................B-2
Nominal Procedures........................................................................................B-3
Fringe Procedures...........................................................................................B-3
Making a Weld ................................................................................................B-3
Welding Adjustment ........................................................................................B-3
Constant Voltage Welding...............................................................................B-4
Pulse Welding .................................................................................................B-5
TIG GTAW, SMAW, and Arc Gouging ............................................................B-6
Power Mode and Recommended Welding Procedures ..................................B-7
Optional Equipment...............................................................................................C-1
Factory Installed..............................................................................................C-1
Field Installed..................................................................................................C-1
Compatible Lincoln Equipment
....................................................................................................Section D
Safety Precautions ................................................................................................D-1
Capacitor Discharge Procedure ............................................................................D-1
Routine Maintenance.............................................................................................D-1
Periodic Maintenance............................................................................................D-1
Calibration Specification........................................................................................D-1
How to use Troubleshooting Guide .......................................................................E-1
Using the Status LED to Troubleshoot System Problems
Troubleshooting Guide.............................................................................E-3 thru E-7
...............................................................................................B-1
...................................................................................A-3
.....................................E-2
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A-1
200 350A / 34V / 60% 14.8” x 13.3” x
POWER K2368-1 208-230/ 27.8”*
WAVE 380-400/ AMPS (81.5 lbs.) (373 x 338 x
355M 415-460/ 5-425
706*)mm
575 300A / 32V /100%
1& 3 Phase * Includes Handles
50/60 Hz
INSTALLATION
A-1
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS -
POWER WAVE®355M
INPUT AC VOLTAGE & DC OUTPUT
Product Ordering Input AC Rated DC Output Output Weight Dimensions
Name Information Voltage Amps/Volts/Duty Cycle Range with Cord HxWxD
(continuous)
* Overall Length Including Handle, 21.6” (549mm) without handle.
Insulation Class 180 (H)
(37.0 kg.)
POWER WAVE®355M INPUT CURRENT
Recommended Fuse Sizes Base On The U.S. National Electrical Code And Maximum Machine Outputs
Input 50/60 Hz Output Recommended
Voltage
200
208
230
380
400
415
460
575
Phases
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
300Amps @
32Volts(100%)
Not
Recommended
76
69
Not
Recommended
Not
Recommended
41
36
31
350Amps @
34Volts(60%)
Not
Recommended
94
85
Not
Recommended
Not
Recommended
64
42
37
Line Cord
AWG
2
4
---
6
8
8
Fuse size
---
125A
125A
---
---
80A
70A
50A
Notes
Note 1
Note 2
Note 2
Note 1
Note 1
Note 2
200
208
230
380
400
415
460
575
Note 1. Not rated is indicated by 4-xʼs in the box on the rating plate.
Note 2. When operating on these inputs, the line cord should be changed to an input conductor of 6 AWG or larger.
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
41
39
36
23
22
22
19
16
50
50
42
28
27
26
23
18
6
6
8
8
8
8
8
8
80A
80A
70A
40A
40A
40A
40A
30A
Note 2
Note 2
OUTPUT CABLES, CONNECTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
Select The output cable size based upon the following chart.*
Cable sizes for Combined Length of Electrode and Work Cable (Copper) 75°C rated:
DUTY CYCLE
100%
60%
CURRENT
300
350
LENGTH UP 200FT. (61m)
2/0
2/0
200-250 FT. (61-76m)
2/0
2/0
*Lincoln Electric recommends using a minimum of 2/0 welding cable for pulse welding.
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INSTALLATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• TURN THE INPUT POWER OFF AT
THE DISCONNECT SWITCH BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO CONNECT OR DISCONNECT INPUT POWER LINES,
OUTPUT CABLES, OR CONTROL CABLES.
• Only qualified personnel should perform this
installation.
• Connect the green or green/yellow lead of the
power cord to ground per U.S.National
Electrical Code.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
SELECT SUITABLE LOCATION
The Invertec POWER WAVE®355M will operate in
harsh environments. Even so, it is important that sim-
ple preventative measures ar e followed in order to
assure long life and reliable operation.
• The machine must be located where there is free cir-
culation of clean air such that air movement in the
back, out the sides and bottom will not be restricted.
• Dirt and dust that can b e drawn into the machine
should be kept to a minimum. Failure to observe
these precautions can result in excessive operating
temperatures and nuisance shutdown.
• Keep machine dry. Shelter from rain and snow. Do
not place on wet ground or in puddles.
• DO NOT MOUNT OVER COMBUSTIBLE SURFACES.
CAUTION
Where there is a combustible surface
directly under stationary or fixed electrical equipment, that surface shall be
covered with a steel plate at least
.06”(1.6mm) thick, which shall extend
not less than 5.90”(150mm) beyond the equipment
on all sides.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
STACKING
POWER WAVE
TILTING
Place the machine directly on a secure, level surface
or on a recommended undercarriage. The machine
may topple over if this procedure is not followed.
INPUT AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS
• Only a qualified electrician should connect the
Invertec POWER WAVE
be m ade in accordance with the appr opriate
National Electrical Code, all local codes and the
information detailed below.
• When received directly from the factory, multiple
voltag e m achines are inter nally connected for
460VAC. If 460VAC is the desired input, then the
machine may be connected to the power system
without any setup required inside the machine.
®
355M cannot be stacked.
®
355M. Installation should
A-2
• Initial 200VAC - 415VAC and 575VAC operation
will require an Input voltage panel setup.
• Open the access panel on the rear of the machine.
• For 200 or 230: Position the large switch to 200-
230.
• For higher voltages: Position the large switch to
380-575.
• Move the "A" lead to the appropriate terminal.
POWER CORD CONNECTION
A 10 ft.(3.5m) power cord is provided and wired into
th e machine. Follow the power c o rd connection
instructions.
CAUTION
• Incorrect connection may result in equipment
damage.
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Single Phase Input
Connect green or green/yellow lead to ground per
National Electrical Code.
Connect black and white leads to power.
Wrap red lead with tape to provide 600V insulation.
Three Phase Input
Connect green or green/yellow lead to ground per
National Electric Code.
Connect black, red and white leads to power.
UNDERCARRIAGE MOUNTINGS
NOTE: MOUNTING SCREWS CA
CHES INSIDE THE MACHINE.
0.5 IN
11.8
4
MOUNTING HOLE LOCATIONS
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3.50
1/4-20 NUT (4 PLACES)
10.00
BLACK
GREEN OR
GREEN/YELLOW
RED
WHITE
UDE MORE THAN
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10/01
M19527
POWER WAVE®355M
A-3
INSTALLATION
A-3
OUTPUT CABLES, CONNECTIONS AND
LIMITATIONS
Connect a work lead of sufficient size and length (per
table A.1) between the proper output terminal on the
power source and the work. Be sure the connection to
the work makes tight metal-to-metal electrical contact.
To avoid interference problems with other equipment
and to achieve the best possible operation, route all
cables directly to the work or wire feeder. Avoid
excessive lengths and do not coil excess cable.
CAUTION
When using an inverter type power source like the
Power Waves
and work) cables that are practical. At least 2/0
copper wire - even if the average output current
would not normally require it. When pulsing, the
pulse current can reach very high levels. Voltage
drops can become excessive, leading to poor
welding characteristics, if undersized welding
cables are used.
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CABLE INDUCTANCE, AND ITS EFFECTS
ON PULSE WELDING
For Pulse Welding processes, cable inductance will
cause the welding per formance to degrade. For the
total welding loop length less than 50 ft.(15.24m), traditional welding cables may be used without any effects
on welding performance. For the total welding loop
length greater than 50 ft.(15.24m)), the K1796 Coaxial
Welding Cables are recommended. The welding loop
length is defined as the total of electrode cable length
(A) + work cable length (B) + work length (C) (See
Figure A.3).
POWER
WAVE
For long work piece lengths, a sliding ground should
be considered to keep the total welding loop length
®
, use the largest welding (electrode
FIGURE A.3
A
C
WORK
B
less than 50 ft.(15.24m). (See Figure A.4.)
®
Output connections on some Power Waves
are made
via 1/2-13 threaded output studs located beneath the
spring loaded output cover at the bottom of the case
front.
Most welding applications run with the electrode being
positive (+). For those applications, connect the elec-
trode cable between the wire feeder and the positive
(+) output Twist-Mate terminal on the power source.
Connect the other end of the electrode cable to the
wire drive feed plate. The electrode cable lug must be
against the feed plate. Be sure the connection to the
feed plate makes tight metal-to-metal electrical contact. The electrode cable should be sized according to
the specifications given in the output cable connections section. Connect a work lead from the negative
(-) power source output Twist-Mate terminal to the
work piece. The work piece connection must be firm
and secure, especially if pulse welding is planned.
For additional Safety information regarding the elec-
trode and work cable set-up, See the standard "SAFETY INFORMATION" located i n th e fr ont of th e
Instruction Manuals.
CAUTION
Excessive voltage drops caused by poor work
piece connections often result in unsatisfactory
welding performance.
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NEGATIVE ELECTRODE POLARITY
When negative electrode polarity is required, such as
in some Innershield applications, reverse the output
connections at the power source (electrode cable to
the negative (-) Twist-Mate terminal, and work cable
to the positive (+) Twist-Mate terminal.
When operating wi th negative electrode polarity the
"Electrode Sense Polarity" DIP switch must be set to
the "Negative" position on the Wire Drive Feed Head
PC Board. The default setting of the switch is positive
electrode polarity. Consult the Power Feed instruction
manual for further details.
POWER
WAVE
K1796 COAXIAL CABLE
FIGURE A.4
MEASURE FROM END
OF OUTER JACKET OF
CABLE
WORK
WORK
A
C
B
A
C
B
SLIDING
POWER WAVE®355M
A-4
INSTALLATION
A-4
VOLTAGE SENSING
The best arc performance occurs when the Power
Waves
Depending upon the process, inductance within the
electrode and work lead cables c an influence the
apparent voltage at the studs of the welder. Voltage
sense leads improve the accuracy of the arc condi-
tions and can have a dramatic effect on performance.
Sense Lead Kits (K940-10, -25 or -50) are available
for this purpose.
®
have accurate data about the arc conditions.
CAUTION
If the voltage sensing is enabled but the sense
leads are missing, improperly connected, or if the
electrode polarity switch is improperly configured,
extremely high welding outputs may occur.
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The ELECTRODE sense lead (67) is built into the
control cable, and is automatically enabled for all
semi-automatic processes. The WORK sense lead
(21) connects to the Power Wave
nector. By default the WORK voltage is monitored at
the output stud in the POWER WAVE®355M. For
more information on the WORK sense lead (21), see
"Work Voltage Sensing” in the following paragraph.
®
at the four pin con-
ELECTRODE VOLTAGE SENSING
Enabling or disabling electrode voltage sensing is
automatically configured through software. The 67
electrode sense lead is internal to the cable to the
wire feeder and always connected when a wire feeder
is present.
CAUTION
Important: The electrode polarity must be configured at the feed head for all semi-automatic
processes. Failure to do so may result in extremely high welding outputs.
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Enable the voltage sense leads as follows:
TABLE A.1
Process Electrode Voltage Work Voltage
Sensing 67 lead * Sensing 21 lead
GMAW 67 lead required 21 lead optional
GMAW-P
FCAW 67 lead required 21 lead optional
GTAW
SMAW
SAW 67 lead required 21 lead optional
CAC-C
* The electrode voltage 67 sense lead is integral to
the control cable to the wire feeder.
Work Voltage Sensing
The standard POWER WAVE®355Mʼs default to the
work stud (work sense lead disabled).
For processes requiring work voltage sensing, con-
nect the (21) work voltage sense lead (K940) from the
Power Wave
piece. Attach the sense lead to the work piece as
close to the weld as practical, but not in the return current path of the electrode to the ground clamp. Enable
the work voltage sensing in the Power Wave®. (See
Dip Switch Settings and Locations in Installation
Section of this manual.)
67 lead required 21 lead optional
Voltage sense at studs Voltage sense at studs
Voltage sense at studs Voltage sense at studs
Voltage sense at studs Voltage sense at studs
®
work sense lead receptacle to the work
POWER WAVE®355M
A-5
INSTALLATION
POWER WAVE TO SEMI-AUTOMATIC
POWER FEED WIRE FEEDER INTERCON-
NECTIONS
The POWER WAVE®355M and semi-automatic
Power Feed family communicate via a 5 conductor
control cable (K1543). The control cable consists of
two power leads, one twisted pair for digital communication, and one lead for voltage sensing. The cables
are designed to be connected end to end for ease of
extension. The output receptacle on the POWER
WAVE®355M is on the case front. The input recepta-
cle on the Power Feed is typically located at the back
of the feeder, or on the bottom of the user interface.
Due to the flexibility of the platform the configuration
may vary. The following is a general description of the
system. For specific configuration information, consult
the semi-automatic Power Feed instruction manual.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A-5
The POWER WAVE®355M and Power Feed M family of
products utilize a digital communication system called
ArcLink. Simply put, ArcLink allows large amounts of
information to be passed at very high speeds between
components (nodes) in the system. The system requires
only two wires for communication, and because of its
bus-like structure, the components may be connected to
the network in any order, thus simplifying the system setup.
Each "system" must contain only one power source.
The number of wire feeders is determined by the type
of wire feeder. Refer to the wire feeder instruction
manual for details
POWER WAVE®355M
A-6
CONFIGURING THE SYSTEM
INSTALLATION
If a system is not “Auto-mappable”, then consult the
instruction manual for the accessory being used for
The power source will “Auto Map” the system eliminat-
ing most of the need to set DIP switches to configure
configuration information about DIP switch settings, or
consult your local Lincoln sales representative.
the system.
If a system can not be “Auto Mapped” then the status
light on the power source will blink green fast and the
welder output will be disabled.
SINGLE HEAD FEEDER DUAL HEAD FEEDER
UP TO 4 WIRE FEEDERS
ALLOWED
A-6
POWER WAVE
355M
®
SINGLE HEAD BOOM FEEDER
POWER WAVE
355M
®
POWER WAVE
355M
®
UP TO 4 FEED HEADS
ALLOWED
FEED HEAD 1
CONTROL BOX
FEED HEAD
SINGLE HEAD BOOM FEEDER
ROBOT
PLC CONTROLLER
ANALOG INTERFACE
etc.
POWER WAVE®355M
POWER WAVE®355M
WIRE
DRIVE
MODULE
PF-10R
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