Lincoln Electric IM946 User Manual

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IM946-A

August, 2010

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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 INST ALL, 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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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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WARNING

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS

Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.

The Above For Diesel Engines

ARC WELDING CAN BE HAZARDOUS. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR DOCTOR BEFORE OPERATING.

Read and understand the following safety highlights. For additional safety information, it is strongly recommended that you purchase a copy of “Safety in Welding & Cutting - ANSI Standard Z49.1” from the American Welding Society, P.O. Box 351040, Miami, Florida 33135 or CSA Standard W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” booklet E205 is available from the Lincoln Electric Company, 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199.

BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

The Above For Gasoline Engines

FOR ENGINE powered equipment.

1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenance work unless the maintenance work requires it to be running.

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1.d. Keep all equipment safety guards, covers and devices in posi-

tion and in good repair.Keep hands, hair, clothing and tools away from V-belts, gears, fans and all other moving parts when starting, operating or repairing equipment.

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1.e. In some cases it may be necessary to remove safety guards to perform required maintenance. Remove guards only when necessary and replace them when the maintenance requiring their removal is complete. Always use the greatest care when working near moving parts.

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1.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 welding arc or when the engine is running. Stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling to prevent spilled fuel from vaporizing on contact with hot engine parts and igniting. Do not spill fuel when filling tank. If fuel is spilled, wipe it up and do not start engine until fumes have been eliminated.

1.f. Do not put your hands near the engine fan. Do

tempt to override the governor or idler by

not at pushing on the throttle control rods while the engine is running.

1.h. To avoid scalding, do not remove the radiator pressure cap when the engine is hot.

ELECTRIC AND MAGNETIC FIELDS may be dangerous

2.a. Electric current flowing through any conductor causes localized Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF). Welding current creates EMF fields around welding cables and welding machines

2.b. EMF fields may interfere with some pacemakers, and welders having a pacemaker should consult their physician before welding.

2.c. Exposure to EMF fields in welding may have other health effects which are now not known.

2.d. All welders should use the following procedures in order to minimize exposure to EMF fields from the welding circuit:

2.d.1.

Route the electrode and work cables together - Secure them with tape when possible.

2.d.2. 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 tur

ning the engine or welding generator during maintenance work, disconnect the spark plug wires, distributor cap or magneto wire as appropriate.

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2.d.4. Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as possible to the area being welded.

2.d.5. Do not work next to welding power source.

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SAFETY

ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.

3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits are electrically “hot” when the welder is on. Do not touch these “hot” parts with your bare skin or wet clothing. Wear dry, hole-free gloves to insulate hands.

3.b. Insulate yourself from work and ground using dry insulation. Make certain the insulation is large enough to cover your full area of physical contact with work and ground.

In addition to the normal safety precautions, if welding must be performed under electrically hazardous conditions (in damp locations or while wearing wet clothing; on metal structures such as floors, gratings or scaffolds; when in cramped positions such as sitting, kneeling or lying, if there is a high risk of unavoidable or accidental contact with the workpiece or ground) use the following equipment:

• Semiautomatic DC Constant Voltage (Wire) Welder.

• DC Manual (Stick) Welder.

• AC Welder with Reduced Voltage Control.

3.c. In semiautomatic or automatic wire welding, the electrode, electrode reel, welding head, nozzle or semiautomatic welding gun are also electrically “hot”.

3.d. Always be sure the work cable makes a good electrical connection with the metal being welded. The connection should be as close as possible to the area being welded.

3.e. Ground the work or metal to be welded to a good electrical (earth) ground.

3.f.

Maintain the electrode holder, work clamp, welding cable and welding machine in good, safe operating condition. Replace damaged insulation.

3.g. Never dip the electrode in water for cooling.

3.h. Never simultaneously touch electrically “hot” parts of electrode holders connected to two welders because voltage between the two can be the total of the open circuit voltage of both welders.

3.i. When working above floor level, use a safety belt to protect yourself from a fall should you get a shock.

3.j. Also see Items 6.c. and 8.

ARC RAYS can burn.

4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect your eyes from sparks and the rays of the arc when welding or observing open arc welding. Headshield and filter lens should conform to ANSI Z87. I standards.

4.b. Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant material to protect your skin and that of your helpers from the arc rays.

4.c. Protect other nearby personnel with suitable, non-flammable screening and/or warn them not to watch the arc nor expose themselves to the arc rays or to hot spatter or metal.

FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous.

5.a. Welding may produce fumes and gases hazardous to health. Avoid breathing these fumes and gases. When welding, keep your head out of the fume. Use enough ventilation and/or exhaust at the arc to keep

fumes and gases away from the breathing zone. When

welding with electrodes which require special ventilation such as stainless or hard facing (see instructions on container or MSDS) or on lead or cadmium plated steel and other metals or coatings which produce highly toxic fumes, keep exposure as low as possible and 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 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

form

5.e. Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions for this

5.f. Also see item 1.b.

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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.

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WELDING and CUTTING SPARKS can cause fire or explosion.

6.a.

Remove fire hazards from the welding area.

the welding sparks from starting a fire.

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.

If this is not possible, cover them to prevent

though

they have

Preparation

for Welding and Cutting of

CYLINDER may explode if damaged.

7.a. Use only compressed gas cylinders containing the correct shielding gas for the process used and properly operating regulators designed for the gas and

pressure used. All hoses, fittings, etc. should be suitable for the application and maintained in good condition.

7.b. Always keep cylinders in an upright position securely chained to an undercarriage or fixed support.

7.c. Cylinders should be located:

• Away from areas where they may be struck or subjected to

physical damage.

• A safe distance from arc welding or cutting operations and

any other source of heat, sparks, or flame.

7.d. Never allow the electrode, electrode holder or any other electrically “hot” parts to touch a cylinder.

7.e. Keep your head and face away from the cylinder valve outlet when opening the cylinder valve.

7.f. Valve protection caps should always be in place and hand tight except when the cylinder is in use or connected for use.

7.g. Read and follow the instructions on compressed gas cylinders, associated equipment, and CGA publication P-l, “Precautions for Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders,” available from the Compressed Gas Association 1235 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA 22202.

FOR ELECTRICALLY powered equipment.

8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnect switch at the fuse box before working on

the equipment.

8.b. Install equipment in accordance with the U.S. National Electrical Code, all local codes and the manufacturer’s recommendations.

8.c. Ground the equipment in accordance with the U.S. National Electrical Code and the manufacturer’s recommendations.

6.I. Read and follow NFPA 51B “ Standard for Fire Prevention Dur-

ing Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work”, available from NFPA, 1 Batterymarch Park, PO box 9101, Quincy, Ma 022690-9101.

6.j. Do not use a welding power source for pipe thawing.

Refer to http://www.lincolnelectric.com/safety for additional safety information.

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PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ

Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suivantes:

Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Arc

1. Protegez-vous contre la secousse électrique:

a. Les circuits à l’électrode et à la piéce sont sous tension

quand la machine à souder est en marche. Eviter toujours tout contact entre les parties sous tension et la peau nue ou les vétements mouillés. Porter des gants secs et sans trous pour isoler les mains.

b. Faire trés attention de bien s’isoler de la masse quand on

soude dans des endroits humides, ou sur un plancher metallique ou des grilles metalliques, principalement dans les positions assis ou couché pour lesquelles une grande partie du corps peut être en contact avec la masse.

c. Maintenir le porte-électrode, la pince de masse, le câble de

soudage et la machine à souder en bon et sûr état defonctionnement.

d.Ne jamais plonger le porte-électrode dans l’eau pour le re-

froidir.

e. Ne jamais toucher simultanément les parties sous tension

des porte-électrodes connectés à deux machines à souder parce que la tension entre les deux pinces peut être le total de la tension à vide des deux machines.

f. Si on utilise la machine à souder comme une source de

courant pour soudage semi-automatique, ces precautions pour le porte-électrode s’applicuent aussi au pistolet de soudage.

2. Dans le cas de travail au dessus du niveau du sol, se protéger contre les chutes dans le cas ou on recoit un choc. Ne jamais enrouler le câble-électrode autour de n’importe quelle partie du corps.

5. Toujours porter des lunettes de sécurité dans la zone de soudage. Utiliser des lunettes avec écrans lateraux dans les zones où l’on pique le laitier.

6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de prévenir tout risque d’incendie dû aux étincelles.

7. Quand on ne soude pas, poser la pince à une endroit isolé de la masse. Un court-circuit accidental peut provoquer un échauffement et un risque d’incendie.

8. S’assurer que la masse est connectée le plus prés possible de la zone de travail qu’il est pratique de le faire. Si on place la masse sur la charpente de la construction ou d’autres endroits éloignés de la zone de travail, on augmente le risque de voir passer le courant de soudage par les chaines de levage, câbles de grue, ou autres circuits. Cela peut provoquer des risques d’incendie ou d’echauffement des chaines et des câbles jusqu’à ce qu’ils se rompent.

9. Assurer une ventilation suffisante dans la zone de soudage. Ceci est particuliérement important pour le soudage de tôles galvanisées plombées, ou cadmiées ou tout autre métal qui produit des fumeés toxiques.

10. Ne pas souder en présence de vapeurs de chlore provenant d’opérations de dégraissage, nettoyage ou pistolage. La chaleur ou les rayons de l’arc peuvent réagir avec les vapeurs du solvant pour produire du phosgéne (gas fortement toxique) ou autres produits irritants.

11. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements sur la sûreté, voir le code “Code for safety in welding and cutting” CSA Standard W

117.2-1974.

PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ POUR

3. Un coup d’arc peut être plus sévère qu’un coup de soliel, donc:

a. Utiliser un bon masque avec un verre filtrant approprié ainsi

qu’un verre blanc afin de se protéger les yeux du rayonnement de l’arc et des projections quand on soude ou quand on regarde l’arc.

b. Porter des vêtements convenables afin de protéger la peau

de soudeur et des aides contre le rayonnement de l‘arc.

c. Protéger l’autre personnel travaillant à proximité au soudage

à l’aide d’écrans appropriés et non-inflammables.

4. Des gouttes de laitier en fusion sont émises de l’arc de soudage. Se protéger avec des vêtements de protection libres de l’huile, tels que les gants en cuir, chemise épaisse, pantalons sans revers, et chaussures montantes.

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LES MACHINES À SOUDER À TRANSFORMATEUR ET À REDRESSEUR

1. Relier à la terre le chassis du poste conformement au code de l’électricité et aux recommendations du fabricant. Le dispositif de montage ou la piece à souder doit être branché à une bonne mise à la terre.

2. Autant que possible, I’installation et l’entretien du poste seront effectués par un électricien qualifié.

3. Avant de faires des travaux à l’interieur de poste, la debrancher à l’interrupteur à la boite de fusibles.

4. Garder tous les couvercles et dispositifs de sûreté à leur place.

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Thank You

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 customer’s 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 – Please refer to www.lincolnelectric.com for any updated information. The material in this document is for information only and is subject to change without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, The Lincoln Electric Co. assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein.

The Lincoln Electric Co. reserves the right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.

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

uct Registration”. 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 “Quick Links” and then “Prod-

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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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1, Product Overview

Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 1-1

Product Summary ..................................................................................................................... 1-2

General Physical Description .............................................................................................. 1-2

Recommended Processes and Equipment ............................................................................... 1-3

Recommended Processes .................................................................................................. 1-3

Process Limitations ............................................................................................................. 1-3

Equipment Limitations ......................................................................................................... 1-3

Recommended Power Sources .......................................................................................... 1-3

Design Features ........................................................................................................................ 1-4

Arc Performance ................................................................................................................. 1-4

User Controls ...................................................................................................................... 1-4

Wire Drive ........................................................................................................................... 1-4

Cruiser™ Tractor and Frame .............................................................................................. 1-4

Chapter 2, Initial Setup

Accessories Included with the Cruiser™ Tractor ...................................................................... 2-1

Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature ............................................................................................... 2-2

Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature Continued .............................................................................. 2-3

Tools Needed ............................................................................................................................ 2-4

Assembly Preparation ............................................................................................................... 2-5

Chapter 3, Assembly

Right-Hand Horizontal Fillet Welds ........................................................................................... 3-1

Right-Hand Butt and Groove Welds .......................................................................................... 3-7

Flat Fillet ................................................................................................................................. 3-15

Chapter 4, Wheel Configurations

Track Guided Welding .............................................................................................................. 4-1

Self-Guided, Four-Wheeled Welding ........................................................................................ 4-2

Manually Steered, Three-Wheeled Welding ............................................................................. 4-4

Joint Guide Wheels ................................................................................................................... 4-6

Chapter 5, Wire Guides and Drive Roll Removal and Installation

Wire Guides and Drive Roll Removal and Installation .............................................................. 5-1

Chapter 6, Wire Straightener Adjustment

Wire Straightener Adjustment ...................................................................................................6-2

Chapter 7, Leveling

Leveling ..................................................................................................................................... 7-1

Chapter 8, Alternate Configurations

Feed Plate Positions ................................................................................................................. 8-1

Wire Reel Spindle Positions ...................................................................................................... 8-4

Flux Hopper Mounting Options ................................................................................................. 8-5

Slide Positions ........................................................................................................................... 8-

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Chapter 9, Cables and Connections

System Setup ............................................................................................................................ 9-1

Wire Drive Connection .............................................................................................................. 9-2

Controller and Power Source Connectors ................................................................................ 9-3

ArcLink Control Cables ............................................................................................................. 9-4

Weld Cable Sizes ...................................................................................................................... 9-5

Connecting Welding Power Cables to Contact Nozzle Assembly - All Configurations ............. 9-6

Loading Electrode ..................................................................................................................... 9-8

Loading a Coil on to a Reel................................................................................................. 9-8

Chapter 10, Operation

Safety Precautions .................................................................................................................. 10-1

Pendant Controls .................................................................................................................... 10-5

Making a Weld ........................................................................................................................ 10-6

Constant Current ...............................................................................................................10-7

Constant Voltage ................................................................................................................... 10-8

Weld Sequence ............................................................................................................... 10-11

Start Options ................................................................................................................... 10-11

End Options .................................................................................................................... 10-12

Restrike Timer ................................................................................................................. 10-12

Weld Mode Searching ........................................................................................................... 10-18

Memories .............................................................................................................................. 10-18

Recalling a Memory with Memory Buttons ...................................................................... 10-18

Saving a Memory with Memory Buttons ......................................................................... 10-19

Limits ..................................................................................................................................... 10-20

Setting Limits .................................................................................................................. 10-20

Enabling/Disabling Limits ................................................................................................ 10-22

Setup Features Menu ........................................................................................................... 10-24

Accessing the Setup Menu ............................................................................................. 10-24

User Defined Parameters Touch Sense................................................................................. 10-25

Moving the Cruiser™ Tractor ................................................................................................ 10-29

Driving the Cruiser™ Tractor Without Welding ............................................................... 10-30

Chapter 11, Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................... 11-1

Maintenance ........................................................................................................................... 11-4

Chapter 12, Software Installation

Connecting the Cruiser™ Tractor to a Computer ................................................................... 12-1

Updating Software .................................................................................................................. 12-3

Chapter 13, Kits and Accessories

Optional Kits and Accessories ................................................................................................ 13-1

Drive Roll and Guide Tube Kits ............................................................................................... 13-2

Chapter 14, Diagram

Machine Wiring Diagram ................................................................................................ 14-1

Parts List ......................................................................................................................... P-571

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Specifications

VOL TAGE INPUT AMPERES

40 VDC 8 A

Rated Output at 1400F (400C)

DUTY CYCLE* AMPERES

100% 1000 A

Note: *Duty Cycle is based upon the amount of welding performed in a 10 minute period.

Physical Dimensions

(Overall Size and Weight Dependent Upon Configuration)

MODEL HEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH WEIGHT (as shipped)

K2607-1 29 Inches 23 Inches 36 Inches 179 Lbs.

(736mm) (548mm) (914mm) (81 kg)

Temperature Ranges

OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE

-40 to 1220F -40 to 1850F (-40 to 500C) (-40 to 850C)

SAW

GEARING WFS Range Wire Sizes

57:1

95:1

50 to 500 ipm

(1.3 to 12.5 m/min)

15 to 300 ipm

(0.4 to 7.5 m/min)

1/16 to 5/64 inch

(1.6 to 2.4 mm)

1/16 to 3/32 inch

(1.6 to 2.4 mm)

142:1 (Factory Installed Gearing)

15 to 200 ipm

(0.4 to 5.0 m/min)

Travel Speed Range

10 to 100 ipm

(0.25 to 2.5 m/min)

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1/16 to 7/32 inch

(1.6 to 5.6 mm)

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Product Summary

General Physical Description

The Cruiser™ tractor is a self-propelled carriage for performing subarc welds, specifically designed to improve productivity.

The Cruiser™ tractor features a patent pending mast and arm structure for fast setup. Heat-treated aluminum alloy tubing is used for the mast and arm resulting in a rigid frame

that keeps the wire drive in a steady position. The main components are: wire drive, spool spindle and flux hopper. Grooves in the tubing align with a key in the clamp to let the clamp slide along the length of the tubing without rotating. Other clamps do not have the key and rotate as well as slide on the tubing.

Wire is fed to the arc with a wire drive based on the proven PF-10S. All of the drive rolls, nozzles and contact tips from the PF-10S may be assembled to the Cruiser™ tractor. A new low-friction wire straightener reliably straightens the wire. The wire drive rotates about two axes for setting torch drag/pull angle and torch tilt angle.

The wire drive is mounted to two heavy-duty X-Y slides. The cross slides allow easy adjustment of the electrode stickout and position of the wire in the joint.

The entire mast and arm structure separates from the base for portability and mobility purposes.

Driving the Cruiser™ tractor is a permanent magnet direct current (DC) motor with all metal gears. The motor transfers power to the axle through a worm drive for smooth transmission. A tachometer keeps the Cruiser™ tractor speed consistent. The wheels are made from reinforced aluminum oxide and withstand high heat, abrasive flux and impact. A gear and wheels are mounted on the axle for operating on K396 track sections.

The front wheels of the Cruiser™ tractor may be configured for three- or four-wheel operation. The flexible wheel configuration lets the Cruiser™ tractor be assembled in a manner for the best balance while aligning the wheels for the best tracking of the joint.

All of the controls are housed in a light-weight pendant that connects with a cable to the Cruiser™ tractor. The pendant housing is fabricated from aluminum to resist impacts and high temperatures.

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Recommended Processes and Equipment

Recommended Processes

• SAW (alternating current [AC], DC+ and DC-) up to 1,000 amps

• Tiny Twin.

Process Limitations

• The Cruiser™ tractor does not support open arc procedures.

• The Cruiser™ tractor only supports one arc.

Equipment Limitations

• Because of cable inductance, do not use more than 100 feet (30 m) of electrode and

100 feet (30 m) of work cable.

• For robust digital communications, do not use more than 200 feet (60 m) of control cable.

• The Cruiser™ tractor operates on 40 volts direct current (VDC) only.

• There is no 115 volts alternating current (VAC) in the Cruiser™ tractor.

• The flux hopper holds a maximum of 15 lbs (6.8 kg) of flux.

Recommended Power Sources

• Power Wave AC/DC 1000.

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Design Features

Arc Performance

The Cruiser™ tractor and Power Wave AC/DC 1000 combination brings high productivity to field welding.

User Controls

• Light weight, hand-held pendant

• Four memories for quick selection of common procedures

• Full sequence control for tailoring the weld from start to end

• All welding controls located at the pendant including program selection.

Wire Drive

• Changeable gears for feeding small diameter wires at high speed and large diame-

ter wires at low speed

• High torque, permanent magnet DC motor with tachometer for accurate wire-feed speed control

• Three-roll wire straightener

• Compatible with standard Lincoln Electric submerged-arc contact nozzles.

Cruiser™ Tractor and Frame

• Three- or four-wheel patent-pending design for the best tracking and balancing

• Permanent magnet DC motor with tachometer for steady, accurate travel speeds

• Metal gears for long life

• Easily engaged travel clutch

• Fully assembled for track use

• Aluminum-oxide wheels for superior traction and heat resistance

• Heavy-duty slides for adjusting the electrode position in the joint.

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INITIAL SETUP

Accessories Included with the Cruiser™ Tractor

Accessories*

Flux Tube

Conduit Tubing

Retaining Springs

(Two)

Flux Tube

Connectors (Two)

5/32 Inch Flux

Cone Assembly

5/32 Inch

Contact Tip

Contact Nozzle

Extension

Wire Reel Assembly

Wheels for Track

Operation

Manual Guided Steering Wheel

Front and Rear

Guide Bars

Nozzle Extension

Insulator

Flux Tubing

(Three)

Note:

*The Lincoln Electric Cruiser™ tractor does not include a control cable.

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Butt/Fillet/Lap Joint

Tracker

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Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature

Flux Hopper Lift Bail

Spindle

Brake

Reel Holder

Reel

Heat Shields

Wire Drive

Voltage Sense Lead (67)

Steering Knob

Locking Nut

Front Wheel and Clamp

Assembly, Left Bar

Mast Tube

Clamp Handle

Vertical Slide

Wire Drive Clamp

Wire Straightener

Adjustment Arm

Wire Straightener

Idle Arm

Drive Roll

Flux Hopper

Feedplate Brackets

Contact Nozzle

Electrode Cable

Connection

Front Guide Wheel

Outgoing

Drive Tube

Feedplate

Locking Screw

Front Guide Bar

Front Tubes

Wheel Scraper

Figure 2-1 Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature

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Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature Continued

Manual Steering Wheel

Collar

Wire Guide

Anchor

Horizontal Slide

Slide Bracket

Electrode Cable Strain Relief

Slide Tube

Clamp

Controller Bracket

Control Cables Strain Relief

Rear Guide Wheel

Figure 2-2 Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature Continued

Flux Valve

Clutch

Rear Guide Bar

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Tools Needed

To set up the Cruiser™ tractor, the following tools are needed.

7/16-inch (Preferred) or

11 mm Combination Wrench

9/16-inch (Preferred) or

15 mm Combination Wrench

1/2-inch (Preferred) or

13 mm Combination Wrench

1-inch (Preferred) or

25 mm Combination Wrench

5/16-inch (Preferred) or

8 mm Allen Wrench

1/4-inch (Preferred) or

6 mm Allen Wrench

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Assembly Preparation

Before configuring the Cruiser™ tractor for welding, parts must be removed from their shipped positions. The following steps configure the Cruiser™ tractor to be put in various welding configurations. Depending on the joint to be welded, some parts will not be used.

1. Remove the conduit anchor using a 7/16-inch (11 mm) wrench. Set aside.

2. Loosen (two) clamp screws using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench and remove

the joint tracking wheel assembly. Set aside.

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3. Remove wire reel mounting spindle and bracket. Loosen (two) clamp screws using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench and slide wire reel mounting spindle and bracket off the long support tube. Set aside.

4. Remove the flux hopper assembly. Loosen (two) clamp screws using a 1/2-

inch (13 mm) wrench and slide flux hopper assembly off the long support arm. Set aside.

5. Remove manual steering wheel assembly. Loosen (two) clamp screws

using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench and slide the assembly off the long support tube. Set aside.

The Cruiser™ tractor is now ready to be assembled for welding. See Chapter 3,

Assembly.

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ASSEMBLY

Assembly

Before the Cruiser™ tractor can be set up for welding, all steps in Assembly Preparation on page 2-5 must be completed.

Right-Hand Horizontal Fillet Welds

Figure 3-1 The Cruiser™ Tractor Configured for

Track Guided Right-Hand Horizontal Fillet Welds

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ASSEMBLY

1. Loosen wire drive mounting bracket from horizontal slide by loosening four nuts using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench. Relocate the wire drive bracket located almost in the center of the horizontal slide.

2. Turn the crank as shown to locate the wire drive mounting bracket in the center of the horizontal slide. Tighten the four nuts.

3. Loosen the feedplate locking screw using a 5/16 inch (8 mm) Allen

wrench. Rotate the feedplate counterclockwise to 45˚. Tighten the feedplate locking screw.

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ASSEMBLY

4. Mount the flux hopper to the feedplate with long carriage bolts using a 7/16inch (11 mm) wrench.

5. Install one flux tube retaining ring.

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ASSEMBLY

6. Install the contact nozzle extension.

7. Install second flux tube retaining ring.

8. Install the flux cone assembly and tighten by turning the thumb screw clockwise.

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ASSEMBLY

9. Install the flux delivery tube from the flux hopper to the flux cone or to the end of the contact nozzle assembly using the (two) flux tube securing rings.

10. Install wire reel spindle support as-

sembly, so spindle faces towards the left and points horizontally or slightly upwards. Tighten clamp screws using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

11. Remount the conduit anchor to the

end of the long support using a 7/16inch (11 mm) wrench.

12. Install the conduit by cutting to the

appropriate length, so one end fits into the inlet of the wire straightener, and the other end fits into the conduit anchor.

CAUTION

• Do not weld without this tube in-

stalled!

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ASSEMBLY

13. Mount control pendant in the pendant

holder.

Continue to Chapter 4, Wheel Configurations.

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ASSEMBLY

Right-Hand Butt and Groove Welds

Figure 3-2 The Cruiser™ Tractor Configured for

Right-Hand Track Guided Butt Welds

1. Loosen wire drive mounting bracket from horizontal cross slide by loosening four nuts using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

2. Raise the wire drive using the vertical slide crank until the contact nozzle clears the front support tube.

1/2” / 13mm

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ASSEMBLY

3. Loosen the feedplate locking screw using a 5/16-inch (8 mm) Allen wrench.

4. Rotate feedplate, so the contact nozzle assembly is completely clear of the front support tube.

5. Tighten the feedplate locking screw using a 5/16-inch (8 mm) Allen wrench.

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6. Slide wire drive mounting bracket toward the right-hand end of the horizontal slide about 1/2 inch (13 mm) from end.

If more reach to weld seam is desired, loosen the cross slide clamp and slide to the right, or loosen the horizontal cross seam tube clamp and slide the tube to the right using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

1/2”/13mm

7. Tighten the wire drive bracket mounting screws with four nuts using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

8. Install the contact tip to the contact

nozzle. Install the flux cone assembly to the contact tip.

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ASSEMBLY

9. Secure flux cone assembly with the thumbscrew.

10. Slide crossslide assembly to the end

of horizontal tube.

11. Tighten the vertical slide bracket

mounting screws using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

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ASSEMBLY

12. Rotate feedplate clockwise until con-

tact nozzle assembly is perpendicular with welding surface.

13. Loosen wire reel mounting arm by

loosening two nuts using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench. Slide wire reel mounting arm as far as possible.

14. Tighten wire reel mounting arm by

tightening two nuts using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

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15. Remove the flux hopper from its

mounting plate and clamp assembly with two long carriage bolts using a 7/16-inch (11 mm) wrench.

ASSEMBLY

16. Mount the flux hopper using flux

hopper/drive roll faceplate brackets and long carriage bolts. Secure with two nuts using a 7/16-inch (11 mm) wrench.

17. Attach the flux hose to the flux hopper

and nozzle assembly.

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18. Remount the electrode reel and

mounting bracket on the long support arm, so the spindle is centered approximately 9 inches (225 mm) from the long support arm clamp bracket and facing the right-hand side. The spindle should be horizontally positioned. Tighten two clamp screws using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

ASSEMBLY

9.5” / 240mm

19. Remount the conduit anchor to the

end of the long support using a 7/16inch (11 mm) wrench.

20. Install the conduit by cutting to the

appropriate length, so one end fits into the inlet of the wire straightener, and the other end fits into the conduit anchor.

CAUTION

• Do not weld without this tube in-

stalled!

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ASSEMBLY

21. Mount control pendant to the bracket on flux

hopper.

Continue to Chapter 4, Wheel Configurations.

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Flat Fillet

ASSEMBLY

Figure 3-3 Flat Fillet

1. Remove the long horizontal tube by loosening clamp nuts using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench and sliding it from its clamp bracket.

2. Remove front outrigger bar assembly by removing two screws using a 7/16inch (11 mm) wrench.

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3. Disconnect sense lead (67) and motor control lead from the Cruiser™ tractor chassis.

4. Remove the wire drive assembly from the wire drive mounting clip using a 5/16-inch (8 mm) Allen wrench on the right side and 9/16inch (15 mm) wrench on left side. Set aside.

ASSEMBLY

5. Loosen the head mounting and slide the assembly clamp by loosening clamp screws using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench from the horizontal cross support tube. Remove slide assembly and set aside.

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ASSEMBLY

6. Move horizontal cross support tube by loosening its clamp and sliding to the left until the tube is about equally spaced on both sides of the mast. Tighten the clamp.

Note:

This may require some minor adjustment later.

7. Block the Cruiser™ tractor to slightly elevate front wheel assemblies and front wheel support tubes.

8. Loosen both front wheel assembly clamp brackets with two machine screws using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench and slide both assemblies from support tubes.

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ASSEMBLY

9. Install the flanged wheel assembly on the left-hand tube with the wheel facing right. Ensure the wheel side wall is perpendicular. Tighten the wheel assembly clamp located inside of the wheel bracket about 3 inches (75 mm) from the front edge of the tube clamp bracket.

10. Relocate the slide tube clamp and

collar using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench and 1/4-inch (6 mm) Allen wrench. Move down the mast until the bottom of the collar is about 4 inches (100 mm) above the Cruiser™ tractor base.

4”/100mm

11. Rotate the long horizontal tube 90˚.

Assemble the long horizontal tube.

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ASSEMBLY

12. Remount the slide assembly to the

right-hand side of the long support tube as close to the long tube clamp bracket as possible. Adjust mounting to ensure the vertical slide is vertical. Tighten.

Note:

The horizontal slide handle is still on the right-hand end of the slide.

13. Remove the motor/gearbox mount-

ing bracket from the horizontal cross slide by removing four nuts using a 7/16-inch (11 mm) wrench.

14. Invert the bracket, so the

motor/gearbox clamp flange is now at the bottom and remount with the horizontal center of the bracket located about on the centerline of the vertical adjuster. Tighten.

15. Remount the motor and gearbox

using the machine screws removed earlier using a 7/16-inch (11 mm) wrench.

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ASSEMBLY

16. Rotate the drive roll faceplate ap-

proximately 45˚ clockwise by loosening the faceplate locking screw using a 5/16-inch (8 mm) Allen wrench. Check that the angle of the nozzle assembly is at 45˚ from the horizontal and tighten the drive roll faceplate locking screw.

17. Mount the front geared wheel as-

sembly to the left-hand end of the short horizontal cross tube. Ensure that the side-face of the wheel is facing downward and parallel to the Cruiser™ tractor’s surface. Once mounted, tighten two bolts using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench. This wheel will now act as a third guide and support wheel when the Cruiser™ tractor is set in a 45˚ trough.

18. Remount the front outrigger bar with

two machine screws using a 7/16inch (11 mm) wrench, so the guidewheel faces upward and extends to the left. Do not tighten at this time as the extension to the left still needs to be set.

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ASSEMBLY

19. Remove rear outrigger bar and re-

verse it, so it is oriented the same as the front outrigger bar

20. With the Cruiser™ tractor on a level

surface, the two guide wheels on outrigger bars and the traction surface of the fourth wheel mounted to the horizontal cross tube should be aligned, so all track evenly to a plate perpendicular to the Cruiser™ tractor’s surface.

21. Mount the wire reel support assem-

bly to the long tube, so it is pointing upward, and the clamp bracket is toward the rear of the Cruiser™ tractor located about 9 inches (225 mm) from the right-hand end of the long tube. Tighten the two bolts using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

22. Install one flux tube retaining ring.

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ASSEMBLY

23. Install the contact nozzle extension.

24. Install the second flux tube retaining

ring.

25. Tighten both outrigger bars.

26. Adjust the rear traction wheel scrap-

ers that are mounted to the rear outrigger bar, so they are 1/4 inch (8 mm) from wheels and tighten scraper bolts.

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28. Remove the flux hopper from its tube clamp bracket.

ASSEMBLY

29. Mount the long bolts using a 7/16inch (11 mm) wrench to the electrode drive face using the two brackets already installed.

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30. Install the flux delivery tube from the flux hopper to the flux cone or to the end of the contact nozzle assembly using the (two) flux tube securing rings.

ASSEMBLY

Note:

The flux cone assembly can be used. See page 3-4 step 8 for flux cone installation.

31. Reconnect the sense lead (67) and

motor power cable to the Cruiser™ tractor chassis.

32. Install the control pendant with the

control cable under the rear strain relief loop. The control pendant can be stored on the front of the flux hopper when the control pendant is not in use.

The Cruiser™ tractor is now ready to be set into the work positioned at 45˚ or placed in a suitable fixture.

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WHEEL CONFIGURATIONS

Wheel Configurations

The Cruiser™ tractor features a patent-pending design that provides freedom for many different wheel configurations. The wheels and guides can be oriented in the best position for just about any joint.

Track Guided Welding

The Cruiser™ tractor comes from the factory assembled for track welding.

Figure 4-1 Cruiser™ Tractor Track Welding

1. Verify the front wheels are perpendicular to the work piece and aligned with the track.

2. Change P.12 wheel size to

5.65 inches in the setup menu. See Accessing the Setup Menu on page 10-26.

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WHEEL CONFIGURATIONS

Self-Guided, Four-Wheeled Welding

Self-guided means the Cruiser™ tractor is steered slightly towards a wall. Outriggers with guide wheels roll along the wall keeping the Cruiser™ tractor at a constant distance.

The Cruiser™ tractor comes from the factory assembled for self-guiding on the right-hand side.

1. Verify the front wheels are perpendicular.

2. Left- and right-hand guided:

a. Guiding from the Right Side. Loosen

the bolts holding the front and rear outriggers using a 7/16-inch (11 mm) wrench. Slide outriggers as needed and then tighten.

b. Guiding from the Left Side. Remove

bolts holding the front and rear outriggers using a 7/16-inch (11 mm) wrench.

Reassemble with outrigger guide wheels on the left side. Position as needed and then tighten.

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3. Loosen the steering locking nuts.

4. Adjust the steering knob on each

wheel to aim the wheel approximately 1˚ towards the wall. Angling the wheels too much may result in rear guide wheels sliding away from the wall.

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WHEEL CONFIGURATIONS

Manually Steered, Three-Wheeled Welding

When the Cruiser™ tractor is assembled for manual steering, the operator adjusts the travel direction with a spring loaded steering bar.

1. Prop up or raise the Cruiser™ trac-

tor, so the front wheels are off the ground.

2. Remove the front outrigger assem-

bly by removing two bolts using a 7/16-inch (11 mm) wrench.

3. Loosen two clamp bolts using a

1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench on each front steering wheels. Slide the steering wheels off of the tubes.

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WHEEL CONFIGURATIONS

4. Slide the manual steering assembly onto one of the front tubes. Position

the wheel, so it is perpendicular to the work piece and tighten the two clamp bolts with a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

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WHEEL CONFIGURATIONS

Joint Guide Wheels

The joint guide wheels work best for single pass butt or groove welds with prepared edges.

1. Prop up or raise the Cruiser™ trac-

tor, so the front wheels are off the ground.

2. Remove the front outrigger assem-

bly by removing two bolts using a 7/16-inch (11 mm) wrench.

3. Loosen two clamp bolts using a

1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench on each front steering wheels. Slide the steering wheels off of the tubes.

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4. For improved access, remove one of

the front tubes by loosening two clamps bolts on the base clamp using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

5. Slide the manual steering assembly

onto the remaining front tube. Position the wheel, so it is perpendicular to the work piece and tighten two clamp bolts using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

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NOTES

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WIRE GUIDES & DRIVE ROLL - REMOVE & INSTALL

Wire Guides and Drive Roll Removal and Installation

1. Turn off the power at the welding power source.

2. If the flux hopper is mounted to the wire drive, remove one of the bolts holding the flux hopper and swing the flux hopper out of the way.

3. Securely place a pry bar in the wire drive idle arm to relieve idle arm pressure.

4. Using a 1/4-inch hex key, remove two screws holding wire straightener clamps to the wire drive.

5. Remove the wire straightener and wire guide.

6. Using a 1/4-inch hex key, remove two screws holding the contact nozzle to the wire drive.

7. Remove the contact nozzle and guide.

8. Using a 1-inch (25 mm) wrench, remove the nut and washer holding the drive rolls in place. Remove the

drive rolls.

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WIRE GUIDES & DRIVE ROLL - REMOVE & INSTALL

9. Obtain new drive roll kit.

Note:

10. Install the drive rolls, washer and hex

11. Remove the pry bar relieving the idle

12. Place the outlet guide in the contact

13. Assemble the inlet guide and wire

14. Insert wire through the wire straight-

15. Turn power on at the welding

The drive comes as two halves.

nut.

arm pressure.

nozzle and install the contact nozzle to the wire drive. Tighten the contact nozzle clamp screws with a 1/4-inch hex key.

straightener. Tighten wire straightener clamp screws with a 1/4-inch hex key.

ener and into the wire drive.

power source.

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL

• THE WIRE, WIRE DRIVE, REEL AND CONTACT NOZZLE WILL BE ELECTRICALL Y HOT DURING INCHING IF T OUCH SENSING IS ENABLED.

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16. Inch the wire forward until the wire is

between the drive roll and idler roll.

17. Adjust the idle arm pressure with a

9/16-inch (15 mm) wrench.

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WIRE STRAIGHTENER ADJUSTMENT

Wire Straightener Adjustment

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL

• TURN THE INPUT POWER OFF AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH BEFORE WORKING ON THIS EQUIPMENT.

• DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRICALLY HOT PARTS.

• ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL SHOULD INSTALL, USE OR SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT.

• DO NOT ADJUST THE WIRE STRAIGHTENER WHILE WELDING.

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The wire straightener is used to control the amount of cast (curve) in the wire. Excessive cast may effect alignment of the wire in the joint. Too little cast may result in insufficient wire contact in the contact tip.

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WIRE STRAIGHTENER ADJUSTMENT

1. Turn off power at the welding power

source.

2. Using a 1/4-inch hex key, loosen two

screws holding the wire straightener clamps to the wire drive.

3. Rotate the wire straightener to add or

remove cast from the wire.

4. Tighten the screws holding the wire

straightener to the wire drive.

5. Turn on the power at the welding

power source.

6. Inch the wire through the wire drive.

Adjust the amount of pressure on the wire until the desired cast is achieved when the wire exits the contact tip.

Remove Cast Add Cast

Figure 6-1 Wire Straightener Cast

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LEVELING

Leveling

When configured with four wheels, it may be necessary to make adjustments to the front wheels to keep the Cruiser™ tractor level.

Leveling

1. Loosen the clamp at the Cruiser™

tractor base by loosening two bolts using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

2. Rotate the front tube counterclock-

wise.

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3. Tighten the clamp.

LEVELING

4. Loosen the wheel clamp.

5. Rotate the wheel assembly clockwise.

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6. Use a square for final alignment.

LEVELING

7. Tighten the clamp.

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NOTES

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ALTERNATE CONFIGURATIONS

Alternate Configurations

The Cruiser™ tractor components may be assembled in countless ways. This chapter illustrates a few of the many possibilities.

Feed Plate Positions

The centerline of the wire through the wire drive is not symmetric. If the feed plate is rotated 180˚, it results in a different centerline for the wire. Moving the centerline may be helpful in configurations where access to the contact nozzle is limited.

When changing the feeding direction, also change P.19 default Forward direction. See

Setup Features Menu on page 10-26.

Factory Assembled Configuration, A-B,

Idle Arm on Top

Figure 8-1 Feed Plate Positions

Cruiser™ Tractor

Alternate Configuration, B-A,

Idle Arm on Bottom

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ALTERNATE CONFIGURATIONS

1. Turn off the power at the welding

power supply.

2. Loosen the feedplate locking screw

using a 5/16-inch (8 mm) Allen wrench.

3. Rotate the feedplate to the new posi-

tion. Do not allow surfaces at electrode potential to touch the frame, flux hopper, base or slides of the Cruiser™ tractor.

4. Tighten the feedplate locking screw

using a 5/16-inch (8 mm) Allen wrench.

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5. The Cruiser™ tractor is equipped

from the factory with A as the inlet and B as the outlet. To make B the inlet and A the outlet, see the Setup

Features Menu on page 10-26.

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ALTERNATE CONFIGURATIONS

Wire Reel Spindle Positions

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL

• TURN THE INPUT POWER OFF AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH BEFORE WORKING ON THIS EQUIPMENT.

• DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRICALLY HOT PARTS.

• DO ALLOW THE WIRE SPOOL OR WIRE TO TOUCH THE CRUISER™ TRACTOR FRAME, CROSS SLIDES, BASE OR FLUX HOPPER.

• ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL SHOULD INSTALL, USE OR SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT.

• FAILURE TO PROPERLY SECURE THE WIRE REEL SPINDLE OR TO BALANCE THE CRUISER™ TRACTOR MAY RESULT IN PHYSICAL INJURY.

• DO NOT ORIENT THE SPINDLE DOWN.

• THE CRUISER™ TRACTOR MUST REMAIN STABLE AND BALANCED BOTH WHEN NO COIL IS PRESENT AND WITH FULLY LOADED COIL(S).

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Figure 8-2 Do Not Orient the Wire Reel Spindle Downwards

The spindle may be clamped to any of the tubes. Always ensure the spindle is pointing horizontal or upwards. Never aim the spindle in a down direction.

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ALTERNATE CONFIGURATIONS

Flux Hopper Mounting Options

The flux hopper may be mounted in several positions on the Cruiser™ tractor. The best location for the flux hopper will keep the flux tube as vertical as much as possible.

WARNING

• TO PREVENT PHYSICAL INJURY, THE CRUISER™ TRACTOR MUST REMAIN STABLE AND BALANCED BOTH WHEN THE FLUX HOPPER IS FULL AND EMPTY.

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Figure 8-3 Flux Hopper Mounted to the Wire Drive

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ALTERNATE CONFIGURATIONS

Figure 8-4 Flux Hopper Mounted to Mast Vertically

Figure 8-5 Flux Hopper Mounted to Mast Horizontally

For the best flux flow, mount the hopper in a position, so the flux tube is as vertical as possible.

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ALTERNATE CONFIGURATIONS

Good Flow Poor Flow

Figure 8-6 Flux Tube Position

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ALTERNATE CONFIGURATIONS

Slide Positions

As assembled from the factory, slides are oriented horizontal and vertical. For some fillet and lap joints, it may be desirable to mount the slides on a diagonal axis.

One slide controls electrode stickout, and the other slide controls position of the wire in the joint.

Slides on Horizontal and Vertical Axis

Figure 8-7 Slide Positions

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CABLES AND CONNECTIONS

Cables and Connections

System Setup

Heavy Duty Arclink Cable

K2683-xx

K2684-1 Pendant

Electrode Cable

Figure 9-1 System Setup

1 K2607-1 CruiserTMTractor

Work Cable

K1811-xx

Work Sense Lead

(mount as close as possible

to the Cruiser™ tractor)

3 K1811-75 Work Sense Lead 4 K2684-1 Pendant (Included with K2607-1 Cruiser

5 K2344-xx Power Wave AC/DC 1000 6 K2683-xx Digital Control Cable

Weld Power Cables: 0 to 250 ft. at 80% Duty Cycle (Two)

7 K2163-35 Weld Power Cable - Lug to Lug (4/0) - 35 ft. 8 K2163-60 Weld Power Cable - Lug to Lug (4/0) - 60 ft. 9 K1842-110 Weld Power Cable - Lug to Lug (4/0, 600 A, 60% ) - 110 ft.

Weld Power Cables: 0 to 250 ft. at 100% Duty Cycle (Three)

10 K1842-10 Weld Power Cable - Lug to Lug (3/0, 600 A, 60% ) - 10 ft. 11 K1842-35 Weld Power Cable - Lug to Lug (3/0, 600 A, 60% ) - 35 ft. 12 K1842-60 Weld Power Cable - Lug to Lug (3/0, 600 A, 60% ) - 60 ft.

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Wire Drive Connection

D C

Wire Drive Connector

Pin Definition

A Motor Power B Motor Power C +5 VDC D Tachometer E Common

Figure 9-2 Wire Drive Connection

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Controller and Power Source Connectors

Power Source Connector

Controller Connector

B C

D E

Definition

Arc Link Can Arc Link Can

67 Electrode Sense

+40 VDC

Common

A B

C D

Figure 9-1 Controller and Power Source Connectors

Definition

Arc Link Can Arc Link Can

67 Electrode Sense

+40 VDC

Common

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ArcLink Control Cables

ArcLink control cables are available in two forms:

• K1543-xx series for most indoor or factory installations

• K2683-xx series for outdoor use or when the equipment is frequently moved.

ArcLink/LincNet control cables are special high quality cables for digital communication. The cables are copper 5 conductor cable in a SO-type rubber jacket. There is one 20-

gauge twisted pair for network communications. This pair has an impedance of approximately 120 ohms and a propagation delay per foot of less than 2.1 nanoseconds. There are two 12-gauge conductors that are used to supply 40 VDC to the network. The fifth wire is 18 gauge and is used as an electrode sense lead.

Note:

Control cables connect the power source to the Cruiser™ tractor and the Cruiser™ tractor to the pendant.

Control cables may be connected end to end to extend their length. Use a maximum of 200 feet (61 m) of control cable between components.

ArcLink control cables have the same pin definitions as the pendant connection shown in Wire Drive Connection on page 9-2.

Use of nonstandard cables may lead to system shutdowns, poor arc starting

and wire feeding problems.

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Weld Cable Sizes

The recommended copper cable sizes for different currents and duty cycles are shown in the following table. Lengths specified are the distance from the welder to the work and back to the welder again. Cable sizes are increased for greater lengths primarily to minimize cable voltage drop.

Recommended Cable Sizes (Rubber Covered Copper - Rated 750C)*

Amperes Percent

Duty Cycle

Cable Sizes for Combined Lengths of Electrode and

Work Cables

0-50 ft. 50-100 ft. 100-150 ft. 150-200 ft. 200-250 ft.

600 60 3/0 3/0 3/0 4/0 2-3/0 600 80 2-1/0 2-1/0 2-1/0 2-2/0 2-3/0

600 100 2-1/0 2-1/0 2-1/0 2-2/0 2-3/0 650 60 3/0 2-1/- 2-2/0 2-2/0 2-3/0 650 80 2-1/0 2-1/0 2-1/0 2-2/0 2-3/0 700 100 2-2/0 2-2/0 2-2/0 2-3/0 2-4/0 800 80 3-1/0 3-1/0 3-1/0 2-3/0 2-4/0 800 100 2-3/0 2-3/0 2-3/0 2-4/0 2-4/0 1,000 80 2-4/0 2-4/0 2-4/0 3-3/0 4-2/0 1,000 100 3-3/0 3-3/0 3-3/0 3-3/0 3-3/0 1,200 80 3-4/0 3-4/0 3-4/0 3-4/0 3-4/0 1,200 100 4-4/0 4-4/0 4-4/0 4-4/0 4-4/0 1,500 80 4-4/0 4-4/0 4-4/0 4-4/0 4-4/0 1,500 100 5-4/0 5-4/0 5-4/0 5-4/0 5-4/0

Note: * Tabled values are for operation at ambient temperatures of 40˚C and below. Applications above 40˚C

may require cables larger than recommended or cables rated higher than 75˚C.

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CABLES AND CONNECTIONS

Connecting Welding Power Cables to Contact Nozzle Assembly - All Configurations

1. Rotate the brass bar on the nozzle towards the base of the Cruiser™ tractor. To rotate, loosen the two screws holding the nozzle clamps.

Rotate the nozzle assembly and retighten the two screws.

2. Attach the electrode cable to the nozzle tang using the 1/2-inch

bolt supplied:

a. Attach flat side against tang. b. Place connection lug of sense lead

on top of the cable lug and below the bolt head.

c. If a second cable is used, attach it to

the underside of the tang.

3. Place the cable (or cables) underneath the strain-relief bracket mounted to the

Cruiser™ tractor. Enough cable length must be left toward the front of the Cruiser™ tractor to permit attaching to the K-231 contact nozzle assembly.

Note:

Enough slack must also be

provided, so adjusting the welding torch to the desired position is not interfered.

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4. Tighten the strain-relief clamp using a 7/16-inch (11 mm) wrench.

Note:

It might be desirable to leave

this clamp loose at this time, but ensure it is tightened before operating the Cruiser™ tractor, so the cable drag is taken by the Cruiser™ tractor and not the contact nozzle connection.

5. Verify the electrode sense lead is connected.

Note:

Appropriate electrode

extension and final electrode alignment to the joint may be set by using both cross-slide adjustments. If for some reason the electrode contact nozzle is not perpendicular to the weld seam, it may be adjusted by slightly rotating the drive roll faceplate.

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CABLES AND CONNECTIONS

Loading Electrode

Loading a Coil on to a Reel

1. Turn the power OFF at the welding

power source.

2. Determine the direction the wire will

payoff from the spool.

3. Place the coil on the reel. Align cover

plate spokes to reel spokes and assemble.

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4. Tighten the spinner nut as much as possible by hand.

CAUTION

Always ensure the free end of the coil is securely held while the tie wires are being cut and until the wire is fully loaded in the wire drive. Failure to do this may result in a tangled coil.

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5. Cut and remove only one tie wire holding the free end of the coil. Securely hook the free end of the electrode wire around the reel.

6. Cut and remove the remaining tie wires.

7. Place the coil on the spindle and then place the retaining coil on the spindle.

The spring will push out the

release bar when it is fully locked.

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NOTES

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Operation

Safety Precautions

ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL

• TURN THE INPUT POWER OFF AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH BEFORE WORKING ON THIS EQUIPMENT.

• DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRICALLY HOT PARTS.

• ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL SHOULD INSTALL, USE OR SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT.

OPERATION

WARNING

• WHEN INCHING WIRE UP AND DOWN, THE ELECTRODE CIRCUIT IS HOT UNLESS TOUCH SENSING IS DISABLED.

• THE CRUISER™ TRACTOR MAY CONTINUE WELDING FOR SEVERAL SECONDS AFTER THE STOP BUTTON IS PRESSED.

• DO NOT ALLOW PARTS AT ELECTRODE POTENTIAL TO TOUCH THE CRUISER™ TRACTOR FRAME, CROSS SLIDES, BASE, FLUX HOPPER OR OTHER PARTS.

• DISENGAGING THE CLUTCH DOES NOT STOP THE WELDING ARC. ALWAYS WEAR DRY INSULATING GLOVES.

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OPERATION

WARNING

MECHANICAL HAZARDS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY

• DO NOT LEAVE THE CRUISER™ TRACTOR UNATTENDED WHILE IT IS WELDING OR TRAVELING.

• THE ELECTRODE REEL, DRIVE ROLLS, WHEELS, GUIDE WHEELS AND WIRE STRAIGHTENER ROLLS TURN DURING WELDING OR INCHING.

• KEEPS GLOVED HANDS AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS THAT MAY CATCH THE GLOVE.

• KEEP AWAY FROM PINCH POINTS.

• DO NOT PLACE THE CRUISER™ TRACTOR ON INCLINED SURFACES WITH THE CLUTCH DISENGAGED.

• ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL SHOULD INSTALL, USE OR SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT.

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WARNING

ELECTRODE POTENTIAL

• MAINTAIN CLEARANCE BETWEEN PARTS AT ELECTRODE POTENTIAL AND ALL OTHER CRUISER™ TRACTOR COMPONENTS.

• PARTS THAT ARE AT ELECTRODE POTENTIAL ARE:

• WIRE

• WIRE SPOOL

• WIRE STRAIGHTENER ROLLS

• FOUR SCREW HEADS ON THE BACK OF THE WIRE STRAIGHTER

• FEED PLATE AND DRIVE ROLLS

• CONTACT NOZZLE ASSEMBLY.

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OPERATION

Four Screw Heads on Back of Wire Straightener

Wire and

Wire Spool

Wire Straightener

Feedplate

Contact Nozzle

Assembly

Figure 10-1 Parts with Electrode Potential

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CAUTION

• Operate the Cruiser™ Tractor only on stable and dry surfaces.

• Operating the Cruiser™ Tractor on inclined surfaces requires adjusting and/or assembling the tractor differently than shipped from the factory.

• Do not submerge the Cruiser™ Tractor.

• It is the responsibility of the user, builder or operator to assemble the Cruiser™ Tractor to maintain safe electrical clearances and stability.

• The Cruiser™ Tractor is rated for outdoor use (IP23) only when the spool is covered.

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The serviceability of a product or structure utilizing any welding programs is and must be the sole responsibility of the builder and/or user. Many variables beyond the control of The Lincoln Electric Company affect the results obtained in applying these programs. These variables include, but are not limited to, the welding procedure, plate chemistry and temperature, weldment design, fabrication methods and service requirements. The available range of a welding program may not be suitable for all applications, and the builder and/or user is and must be solely responsible for the welding program selection.

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Pendant Controls

WFS LED LED WFS

LED WFS

AMPS LED AMPERIOS DE LED AMPÈRES DE LED

Auto/OFF/Manual Travel Toggle Switch Interrupteur à bascule de voyage d'Auto/OFF/Manual

Interruptor eléctrico del recorrido de Auto/OFF/Manual

Weld Mode Selection Selección de modo de la autógena

Choix de mode de soudure

Frequency and Balance Frecuencia y balance

Fréquence et équilibre

Travel Menu Options Opciones del menú del recorrido

Options de menu de voyage

Travel Direction Direction de voyage

Dirección del recorrido

OPERATION

MSP Display Pantalla MSP Écran d’Affichage MSP

WFS/Amps Display

Exhibición de WFS/Amps

Affichage de WFS/Amps

Volts/Trim Display

Exhibición de voltios/ajuste

Affichage de volts/équilibre

VOLTS LED VOLTIOS DE LED VOLTS DE LED

Trim LED Ajuste LED

Équilibre LED

Start Pushbutton

Encienda el botón

Mettez en marche le bouton poussoir

Stop Pushbutton

Pare el botón

Arrêtez le bouton poussoir

Set-up Menu Menú de la disposición

Menu d'installation

IR Port Puerto del IR

Port d'IR

Arc Start Options Opciones de comienzo del arco Options de début d'arc

Arc End Options Opciones del final del arco

Options de fin d'arc

Inch Up Pulgada para arriba

Pouce vers le haut

Inch Down Pulgada abajo

Pouce vers le bas

Jog Sacudida

Essai

Memories Memorias

Mémoires

Figure 10-2 Pendant Controls

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Making a Weld

OPERATION

1. Set the travel speed. The travel speed

range equals 10 to 100 in/min.

2. Select the weld mode.



Travel Speed

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Constant Current

• Operator presets current and desired voltage.

• The power source:

- Maintains a constant arc length

- Drives a constant current

- Synergetically controls WFS to maintain voltage at the desired set point.

• Arc length is proportional to voltage.

• Constant current is traditionally used for larger diameter wires and slower travel

speeds.

AMPS

Wire Feed Speed

Current Held

Constant

and

Wire Feed

Speed Varied

and

Constant Arc Length

Maintained

Heating = VIR

Arc Length = Varc

Figure 10-3 Constant Current

Extension

Total Electrical

Stickout

V = Vir + Varc

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OPERATION

Constant Voltage

• Operator presets wire feed speed and desired voltage.

• The power source:

- Maintains a constant arc length

- Commands constant wire feed speed

- Synergetically controls current to maintain voltage at the desired set point.

• Arc length is proportional to voltage.

• Constant voltage is traditionally used for smaller diameter wires and faster travel

speeds.

AMPS

Wire Feed Speed

Current Varied

and

Wire Feed

Held Constant

and

Maintain Constant

Arc Length

Heating = VIR

Arc Length = Varc

Figure 10-4 Constant Voltage

Extension

Total Electrical

Stickout

V = Vir + Varc

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3. Set the frequency (sine wave or

square wave weld modes only). Range equals 10 to 100 Hz.

OPERATION

1,000

500



Hertz

Frequency

Use Frequency to Fine Tune Stability of Imbalanced Waveforms and Multiple Arc Systems

-500

-1,000

Turn Frequency Down

for More Penetration (Less Energy) with a

Less Stable Arc

Decrease Increase

Turn Frequency Up for

More Stable Arc with

Less Penetration (More

Energy in Less Time)

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OPERATION

4. Set the balance (sine wave or square wave weld modes only). Range

equals 25 to 75%.



Percent

Balance

Variable Balance - Control Deposition

By setting the correct wave balance (that is, the ratio

between positive and negative waveforms), the operator is able to work faster and fill the weld joint with fewer passes. The Power Wave AC/DC 1000 has a wave balance range of

25 to 75%.

Nominal Balance

1,000

500

-500

-1,000

Increased

Balance

More Penetration

Less Deposition

Decreased

Balance

Less Penetration

More Deposition

More positive

wave equals

penetration

More negative

wave equals greater weld deposition

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OPERATION

Weld Sequence

The weld sequence defines the weld procedure from beginning to end. All adjustments are made through the user interface.

Arc Start

Delay

Output

Start Button

Pressed

Start

Strike

to Feed

Wire Begins

Wire Touches

Upslope Weld

End of Start

Plate

Timer

Upslope

End of

Downslope

Stop Button

Pressed

Crater

Downslope

End of

Burnba ck

End of

Timer

End of Crater

Time

Burnback

Figure 10-5 Weld Sequence

Start Options

The strike, start and upslope parameters are used at the beginning of the weld sequence to establish a stable arc and provide a smooth transition to the welding parameters. They are described in the following:

• Strike settings are valid from the beginning of the sequence (trigger) until the arc is established. They control run-in (speed at which the wire approaches the workpiece) and provide the power to establish the arc. Typically output levels are increased, and WFS is reduced during the strike portion of the weld sequence.

• Start values allow the arc to become stabilized once it is established. Extended start times or improperly set parameters can result in poor starting.

• Upslope determines the amount of time it takes to ramp from the start parameters to the weld parameters. The transition is linear and may be up or down depending on the relationship between the start and weld settings.

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OPERATION

End Options

The downslope, crater, and burnback parameters are used to define the end of the weld sequence. The are defined in the following:

• Downslope determines the amount of time it takes to ramp from the weld parameters to the crater parameters. The transition is linear and may be up or

down depending on the relationship between the weld and crater settings.

• Crater parameters are typically used to fill the crater at the end of the weld and include both time and output settings.

• Burnback defines the amount of time the output remains on after the wire has stopped. This feature is used to prevent the wire from sticking in the weld puddle

and to condition the end of the wire for the next weld. A burnback time of 0.4 second is sufficient in most applications. The output level for burnback is generally set to the same level as the last active weld sequence state (either weld or crater).

Restrike Timer

If the arc goes out for any reason (short circuit or open circuit), the system will enter restrike. During restrike, the WFS and outputs are driven in an attempt to re-establish the arc.

The restrike timer determines how long the system will attempt to re-establish the arc before it shuts down. It is described in the following:

• A restrike timer is used to protect the welding system and/or work piece being welded.

• A restrike time of 1 to 2 seconds is sufficient in most applications.

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500

-500

-1000

1000

Nominal Offset

Positive Offset

More Penetration

Less Deposition

Negative Offset

Less Penetration

More Deposition

5. Set the DC offset (sine wave or square wave weld modes only).

OPERATION



Percent

DC Oset

DC Offset (Variable Amplitude) - Control Penetration

Wave amplitude and the duration of positive and

negative cycles are independently adjustable, so the

operator can obtain deep/shallow penetration and

higher/lower deposition rates depending

on the application.

Increasing

negative amplitude

(offset)

decreases

penetration

Increasing

positive

amplitude

(offset)

increases

penetration

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OPERATION

6. Set the arc delay time. Range equals

0 to 5.0 seconds.



Seconds

Arc Delay Time

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OPERATION

WFS

7. Set the arc strike parameters. Range

is dependent on gear ratio.

8. Set the arc start parameters.

9. Set the burnback time. Range equals

0 to 2.0 seconds.





Arc Strike

.

.

seconds

Start Time

10. Configure the Cruiser™ Tractor as

desired with the setup menu. Use the setup to change the travel start and travel end options. See Setup

Features Menu on page 10-24.

1. Position the Cruiser™ Tractor on the joint.

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OPERATION

Contact Tip

12. Travel to confirm the position of the guides and nozzle.

13. Engage clutch.

Flux Nozzle

Electrode Stickout Distance

14. Select either Auto or Manual travel.

Auto

Manual

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15. Open the flux hopper valve.

OPERATION

16. Press the Start button to begin welding.

17. Press the Stop button to stop welding when the weld is complete.

Start

Stop

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OPERATION

WELD MODE SEARCHING

The Weld Mode Search feature allows the selection of a welding mode based on certain criteria (wire size, process type, etc.).

SEARCHING FOR A WELD MODE

• To search for a mode, press and release the control knob while the WELD MODE indicator is lit. Another way to search for a mode is to turn the control knob until “Weld Mode Search” is displayed. This will appear in between the highest and the lowest weld mode number.

• Once “Weld Mode Search” is displayed, pressing the right pushbutton labeled “Begin” will start the search process.

• During the search process, pressing the right pushbutton typically acts as a “next” button and the left pushbutton typically acts as a “back” button. Pressing the control knob also acts as a “next” button.

• Rotate the control knob then press to select relevant welding details such as welding process, wire type, wire size, etc.

• When the final selection is made, the Cruiser™ Tractor will automatically change to the weld mode found by the Weld Mode Search process.

• Earlier products may not have this feature. To activate this feature, a software update may be needed from www.powerwavesoftware.com

Memories

The Cruiser™ Tractor has four available memories. Each memory stores the following information:

• Weld mode

• Amperage (or WFS)

• Voltage

• Travel speed

• Frequency

Recalling a Memory with Memory Buttons

To recall a memory, press one of the four memory buttons. The memory is recalled when the button is released. Do not hold the button for more than 2 seconds.

• Balance

• DC offset

• Arc start options

• Arc end options.

Recall a Memory:

Press for 1 Second

Figure 10-6 Recalling a Memory with Memory Buttons

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OPERATION

Saving a Memory with Memory Buttons

To save a memory, press and hold the desired memory button for 2 seconds. When the button is initially pressed, the corresponding LED will illuminate. After 2 seconds, the LED will turn off. Do not hold the button for more than 5 seconds when saving a user memory.

Save a Memory:

Press for 2 Seconds

Note:

Figure 10-7 Saving a Memory with Memory Buttons

Memories may be locked in the setup menu to prevent accidental overwrite

of the memories. If an attempt is made to save a memory when memory

saving is locked, the message “Memory save is Disabled!” will appear briefly in the MSP4 display.

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OPERATION

Limits

Limits allow the welder to adjust the welding procedure only within a defined range. Each memory may have a different set of limits. For example, memory 1 may limit the

WFS to 100 through 120 in/min; memory 2 may limit the WFS to 140 through 160 in/min; and memory 3 may have no WFS limits.

Parameters are constrained by machine limits or by setting memory limits. When memory limits are enabled, the parameter will flash whenever an attempt is made to exceed the memory limit value. The parameter will not flash if an attempt is made to exceed the machine limit.

Press for 5 Seconds

Note:

Weld modes cannot be selected through the Limits Setup menu and must be

chosen and saved to memory before entering the Limits Setup Menu.

Setting Limits

1. Press the desired memory button 1 through 4 and hold for 5 seconds. Release the memory button when the LED begins to blink rapidly and the MSP4 displays “Memory X Set Limits.”

2. If the passcode does not equal zero (0000), enter the passcode. If the passcode is unavailable or forgotten, a p.c. computer application or Palm O.S. application is required to change the passcode.

Set Limits:



Memory 2

Set Limits

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OPERATION

3. If the passcode has been set to zero (0000), SETUP will illuminate on the MSP4 panel and display the following four items:

• Memory value

• High limit

• Low limit

• Parameter name.

4. One of the four items on the display panel will flash to indicate which item will change when the MSP4 encoder is rotated. Rotate the MSP4 encoder until the item that needs changed is flashing. Press the right button on the MSP4 panel to select the flashing item.

High Limit Low Limit

Memory Value



Hi=200 Lo=180

Weld WFS

Parameter Name



Hi=200 Lo=180

Weld WFS

5. The Limits Setup menu shows a list of all parameters available for the weld mode stored in the memory chosen. To lock a parameter to a specific value that cannot be changed, set high and low limits to the same value. The memory value must always be less than or equal to the high limit and greater than or equal to the low limit.

6. After setting limits, press the memory button with the flashing LED. The MSP4 will ask to save or discard the limit changes just made.

Rotate to

Change Value Press to Select Item to Change

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OPERATION

7. Press the left MSP4 button (YES) to save and enable limits and exit. Press the right MSP4 button (NO) to exit and leave limits unchanged.

Enabling/Disabling Limits

1. Limits for each memory may be enabled or disabled by pressing and holding the appropriate memory button for 10 seconds.

2. Release the memory button when the MSP4 display shows the message shown to the right.

3. If the passcode does not equal zero, enter the passcode. If the passcode is zero (0000), SETUP will light, and the MSP4 display shows the message shown.



Memory 2 Limits

Enable/Disable



Enable Limits?

Yes No

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OPERATION

4. Press the left MSP4 button (YES) to

enable limits or the right MSP4 button (NO) to disable limits. Disabling limits does not change any limit values that may have been previously set.



Enable Limits?

Yes No

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