Lincoln Electric SVM172-A User Manual

POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
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For use with machines having Code Number : 10962 thru 11216
Safety Depends on You
Lincoln arc welding and cutting equipment is designed and built with safety in mind. However, your overall safety can be increased by proper installation . . . and thoughtful operation on
your part. DO NOT INSTALL,
OPERATE OR REP EQUIPMENT WITHOUT READ­ING THIS MANUAL AND THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CON­TAINED THROUGHOUT. And,
most importantly, think before you act and be careful.
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WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause can­cer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
The Above For Diesel Engines
ARC WELDING CAN BE HAZARDOUS. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR DOCTOR BEFORE OPERATING.
Read and understand the following safety highlights. For additional safety information, it is strongly recommended that you purchase a copy of “Safety in Welding & Cutting - ANSI Standard Z49.1” from the American Welding Society , P.O. Box 351040, Miami, Florida 33135 or CSA Standard W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” booklet E205 is available from the Lincoln Electric Company, 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199.
BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
The Above For Gasoline Engines
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FOR ENGINE powered equipment.
1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenance work unless the maintenance work requires it to be running.
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1.b.Operate engines in open, well-ventilated areas or vent the engine exhaust fumes outdoors.
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1.c. Do not add the fuel near an open flame weld­ing arc or when the engine is running. Stop the engine and allow it to cool before refuel­ing to prevent spilled fuel from vaporizing on contact with hot engine parts and igniting. Do not spill fuel when filling tank. If fuel is spilled, wipe it up and do not start engine until fumes have been eliminated.
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1.d. Keep all equipment safety guards, covers and devices in posi­tion and in good repair.Keep hands, hair, clothing and tools away from V-belts, gears, fans and all other moving parts when starting, operating or repairing equipment.
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1.e. In some cases it may be necessary to remove safety
guards to perform required maintenance. Remove guards only when necessary and replace them when the maintenance requiring their removal is complete. Always use the greatest care when working near moving parts.
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1.f. Do not put your hands near the engine fan. Do not attempt to override the governor or idler by pushing on the throttle control rods while the engine is running.
1.h. To avoid scalding, do not remove the radiator pressure cap when the engine is hot.
ELECTRIC AND MAGNETIC FIELDS may be dangerous
2.a. Electric current flowing through any conductor causes localized Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF). Welding current creates EMF fields around welding cables and welding machines
2.b. EMF fields may interfere with some pacemakers, and welders having a pacemaker should consult their physician before welding.
2.c. Exposure to EMF fields in welding may have other health effects which are now not known.
2.d. All welders should use the following procedures in order to minimize exposure to EMF fields from the welding circuit:
2.d.1.
Route the electrode and work cables together - Secure them with tape when possible.
2.d.2.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.
2.d.4. Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as
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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.
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possible to the area being welded.
2.d.5. Do not work next to welding power source.
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ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits are electrically “hot” when the welder is on. Do not touch these “hot” parts with your bare 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 V
• 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. 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.
oltage (W
ire) Welder.
The connection
ARC RAYS can burn.
4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect your eyes from sparks and the rays of the arc when welding or observing open arc welding. Headshield and filter lens should conform to ANSI Z87. I standards.
4.b. Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant material to protect your skin and that of your helpers from the arc rays.
4.c. Protect other nearby personnel with suitable, non-flammable screening and/or warn them not to watch the arc nor expose themselves to the arc rays or to hot spatter or metal.
FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous.
5.a.Welding may produce fumes and gases hazardous to health. Avoid breathing these fumes and gases.When welding, keep your head out of the fume. Use enough ventilation and/or exhaust at the arc to keep
fumes and gases away from the breathing zone. When
welding with electrodes which require special ventilation such as stainless or hard facing (see instructions on container or MSDS) or on lead or cadmium plated steel and other metals or coatings which produce highly toxic fumes, keep exposure as low as possible and below Threshold Limit Values (TLV) using local exhaust or mechanical ventilation. In confined spaces or in some circumstances, outdoors, a respirator may be required. Additional precautions are also required when welding on galvanized steel.
5. b. The operation of welding fume control equipment is affected by various factors including proper use and positioning of the equipment, maintenance of the equipment and the specific welding procedure and application involved. Worker expo­sure level should be checked upon installation and periodi­cally thereafter to be certain it is within applicable OSHAPEL 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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WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or explosion.
6.a.
Remove fire hazards from the welding area.
If this is not possible, cover them to prevent
the welding sparks from starting a fire.
materials from welding can easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas. Avoid welding near hydraulic lines. Have a fire extinguisher readily available.
6.b. Where compressed gases are to be used at the job site, special precautions should be used to prevent hazardous situations. Refer to “Safety in Welding and Cutting” (ANSI Standard Z49.1) and the operating information for the equipment being used.
6.c. When not welding, make certain no part of the electrode circuit is touching the work or ground. Accidental contact can cause overheating and create a fire hazard.
6.d. Do not heat, cut or weld tanks, drums or containers until the proper steps have been taken to insure that such procedures will not cause flammable or toxic vapors from substances inside. They can cause an explosion even been “cleaned”. For information, purchase “Recommended Safe Practices for the Containers and Piping That Have Held Hazardous Substances”, AWS F4.1 from the American Welding Society
(see address above).
6.e. Vent hollow castings or containers before heating, cutting or welding. They may explode.
Sparks and spatter are thrown from the welding arc. Wear oil
6.f. free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy shirt, cuffless trousers, high shoes and a cap over your hair. Wear ear plugs when welding out of position or in confined places. Always wear safety glasses with side shields when in a welding area.
6.g. Connect the work cable to the work as close to the welding area as practical. Work cables connected to the building framework or other locations away from the welding area increase the possibility of the welding current passing through lifting chains, crane cables or other alternate circuits. This can create fire hazards or overheat lifting chains or cables until they fail.
6.h. Also see item 1.c.
Remember that welding sparks and hot
though
they have
Preparation
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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.
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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
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. Faire trés attention de bien s’isoler de la masse quand on
b.
soude dans des endroits humides, ou sur un plancher met­allique ou des grilles metalliques, principalement dans les positions assis ou couché pour lesquelles une grande partie du corps peut être en contact avec la masse.
c. Maintenir le porte-électrode, la pince de masse, le câble de
soudage et la machine à souder en bon et sûr état defonc­tionnement.
d.Ne jamais plonger le porte-électrode dans l’eau pour le
refroidir.
e. Ne jamais toucher simultanément les parties sous tension
des porte-électrodes connectés à deux machines à souder parce que la tension entre les deux pinces peut être le total de la tension à vide des deux machines.
f. Si on utilise la machine à souder comme une source de
courant pour soudage semi-automatique, ces precautions pour le porte-électrode s’applicuent aussi au pistolet de soudage.
A
L’Arc
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.
2. Dans le cas de travail au dessus du niveau du sol, se protéger contre les chutes dans le cas ou on recoit un choc. Ne jamais enrouler le câble-électrode autour de n’importe quelle partie du corps.
3. Un coup d’arc peut être plus sévère qu’un coup de soliel, donc:
a. Utiliser un bon masque avec un verre filtrant approprié ainsi
qu’un verre blanc afin de se protéger les yeux du rayon­nement de l’arc et des projections quand on soude ou quand on regarde l’arc.
b. Porter des vêtements convenables afin de protéger la peau
de soudeur et des aides contre le rayonnement de l‘arc.
c. Protéger l’autre personnel travaillant à proximité au
soudage à l’aide d’écrans appropriés et non-inflammables.
4. Des gouttes de laitier en fusion sont émises de l’arc de soudage. Se protéger avec des vêtements de protection libres de l’huile, tels que les gants en cuir, chemise épaisse, pan­talons sans revers, et chaussures montantes.
5. Toujours porter des lunettes de sécurité dans la zone de soudage. Utiliser des lunettes avec écrans lateraux dans les
PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ POUR LES MACHINES À SOUDER À TRANSFORMATEUR ET À REDRESSEUR
1. Relier à la terre le chassis du poste conformement au code de l’électricité et aux recommendations du fabricant. Le dispositif de montage ou la piece à souder doit être branché à une bonne mise à la terre.
2. Autant que possible, I’installation et l’entretien du poste seront effectués par un électricien qualifié.
3. Avant de faires des travaux à l’interieur de poste, la debranch­er à l’interrupteur à la boite de fusibles.
4. Garder tous les couvercles et dispositifs de sûreté à leur place.
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Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i-iv
Installation PF-10M Single . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section A
Installation PF-10M Dual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section AA
Operation PF-10M Single . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section B
Operation PF-10M Dual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section BB
Accessories PF-10M Single . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section C
Accessories PF-10M Dual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section CC
Maintenance PF-10M Single . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section D
Maintenance PF-10M Dual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section DD
Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section E
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Troubleshooting and Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section F
Electrical Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section G
Parts Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P497 Series (PF-10M Single)
P468 Series (PF-10M Dual)
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
Section A-1 Section A-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- INSTALLATION SECTION -
Installation ..............................................................................................................Section A
Technical Specifications...............................................................................................A-2
Safety Precautions
Location ..................................................................................................................A-3
Mounting.................................................................................................................A-3
Safety Precautions .......................................................................................................A-4
Weld Cable Sizing...................................................................................................A-4
Weld Cable Connection..........................................................................................A-4
Weld Cable Sizes....................................................................................................A-4
Electrode Lead........................................................................................................A-4
Coaxial Weld Cables...............................................................................................A-5
Changing Electrode Polarity Setting ............................................................................A-5
Negative Electrode Polarity ....................................................................................A-5
Control Cable ...............................................................................................................A-6
Control Cable Connections ....................................................................................A-6
Control Cable Specifications ..................................................................................A-6
Available Control Cable ..........................................................................................A-6
Wire Drive Systems ......................................................................................................A-7
Changing Drive Rolls and Wire Guides ..................................................................A-7
.......................................................................................................A-3
Drive Roll Pressure Setting.....................................................................................A-8
Changing the Gun Receiver Bushing .....................................................................A-8
Welding Guns, Torches and Accessories ...............................................................A-9
Wire Feed Shut Down Circuit ...............................................................................A-10
Changing the Gear Ratio .............................................................................A-10/A-11
Wire Reel Loading........................................................................................A-11/A-12
Weld Wire Routing ................................................................................................A-13
Sheilding Gas Connection..........................................................................................A-14
Examples of Connecting an Arclink Power Wave System.........................................A-15
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
A-2
INSTALLATION
A-2
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
: Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder
WIRE DRIVE OR WIRE DRIVE SECTION OF FEEDER
SPEC.# TYPE LOW SPEED RATIO HIGH SPEED RATIO
Wire Size Wire Size
K2230-1 K2314-1
Bench Model Boom Model
Low Speed Solid Cored High Speed Solid Cored
50-800 IPM .025 - 3/32 in. .035 - .120 in 75 - 1200 IPM .025 - 1/16 in. .035 - 5/64 in. (1.27-20.3 m/m) (0.6 - 2.4 mm) (0.9 - 3.0 mm) (2.0 - 30.5 m/m) (0.6 - 1.6 mm) (0.9 - 2.0 mm)
CONTROL BOX, WIRE DRIVE AND COMPLETE UNITS
SPEC.# TYPE INPUT POWER PHYSICAL SIZE• TEMPERATURE RATING
Height Width Depth Weight Operating Storage
K2230-1
Bench Model Feeder
K2314-1
Boom Box only ( 330 mm) (215 mm) (105 mm) (3.8 Kg.) (-10°C to 40°C) (-40°C to 40°C) Model Feeder
Wire Drive & 18.5“ 13.5“ 30.5“ 62 Lbs
Reel Stand ( 470 mm) (345 mm) (775 mm) (28.1 Kg.)
Height Width Depth Weight
Control 40VDC 13.0“ 8.5“ 4.0“ 8.5 Lbs 14°F to 140°F -40°F to 185°F
Height Width Depth Weight
Dimensions
Dimensions
Dimensions
K2314-1
Boom Unit only ( 195 mm) (325 mm) (345 mm) (13.6 Kg.) Model Feeder
Wire Drive 7.6“ 12.9“ 13.7“ 30 Lbs
WELDING CAPACITY RATING
Amp Rating Duty Cycle
600 A 60% 500 A 100%
Dimensions do not include wire reel.
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
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INSTALLATION
SAFETY PRECAUTION
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Only qualified personnel should perform this installation.
• Turn off the input power to the power source at the disconnect switch or fuse box before working on this equipment. Turn off the input power to any other equipment connected to the welding system at the disconnect switch or fuse box before working on this equipment.
• Do not touch electrically hot parts.
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LOCATION
• The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder has an IP21 rating, suitable for indoor use.
• The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder should be
operated in a substantially upright position.
• Do not submerge the Power Feed 10M Single Wire
Feeder.
• The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is not suit-
able for stacking.
MOUNTING
Wire Drive Mounting (See Figure A.1)
The wire drive may be mounted by using the four holes on the bottom. Because the feed plate and gearbox are electrically "hot" when welding, make certain the parts do not contact the any structure or person.
Mount the wire drive with the drive rolls in the vertical plane to prevent dirt from collecting in the wire drive. Angle the drive and feed plate to prevent sharp bends in the gun and cable and incoming wire.
Control Box Mounting (See Figure A.2) Boom model Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder's
feature a control box that mounts separately from the wire drive.
The back of the control box has four keyhole slots for mounting. #10 screws are recommended for mounting.
Locate the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder away from radio controlled machinery. The normal operation of the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder may adversely affect the operation of RF controlled equip­ment, which may result in bodily injury or damage to the equipment.
FIGURE A.1
FIGURE A.2
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
A-4 A-4
INSTALLATION
SAFETY PRECAUTION
CAUTION
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Only qualified personnel should perform this installation.
• Turn off the input power to the power source at the disconnect switch or fuse box before working on this equipment. Turn off the input power to any other equipment connected to the welding system at the disconnect switch or fuse box before working on this equipment.
• Do not touch electrically hot parts.
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WELD CABLE SIZING
Minimum work and electrode cables sizes are as follows:
T ABLE A.1
(Current (60% Duty Cycle)
400 Amps 2/0 (67 mm2) 500 Amps 3/0 (85 mm2) 600 Amps 3/0 (85 mm2)
NOTE: K1796 coaxial welding cable is recommended to reduce the cable inductance in long distance Pulse or STT applications up to 300 amps.
MINIMUM COPPER
WORK CABLE SIZE AWG
Up To-100 Ft. Length (30 m)
WELD CABLE CONNECTION
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.
When using an inverter type power source like the Power Waves, use the largest welding (electrode 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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WELD CABLE SIZES
Table A.2 has the copper cable sizes recommended
for different currents and duty cycles. Lengths stipu­lated are the distance from the welder to work and back to the welder again. Cable sizes are increased for greater lengths primarily for the purpose of mini­mizing voltage in the welding circuit.
ELECTRODE LEAD
Most welding applications run with the electrode being positive (+). For those applications, connect the elec­trode cable between the wire feeder and the positive (+) output stud on the power source. Connect the lug at the other end of the electrode cable to the wire drive 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 work cable connections Table A.1. Connect a work lead from the negative (-) power source output stud to the work piece. The work piece connection must be firm and secure, especially if pulse welding is planned.
T ABLE A.2
RECOMMENDED CABLE SIZES (RUBBER COVERED COPPER - RATED 75°C)**
CABLE SIZES FOR COMBINED LENGTHS OF ELECTRODE AND WORK CABLES
Percent
Duty
Amperes
325 350 400 400 500
** 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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Cycle
100
60 60
100
60
0 to 50 Ft.
0 to 15 m
2/0 1/0 2/0 3/0 2/0
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
50 to 100Ft.
15 to 31 m
2/0 1/0 2/0 3/0 2/0
100 to 150 Ft.
31 to 48 m
2/0 2/0 2/0 3/0 3/0
150 to 200 Ft.
48 to 61 m
2/0 2/0 3/0 3/0 3/0
200 to 250 Ft.
61 to 76 m
3/0 3/0 4/0 4/0 4/0
A-5 A-5
Electrode
Work
Work
Power Source
Work
Electrode
Wire Feeder
Electrode
Work
Coaxial Weld Cable
INSTALLATION
For Electrode Connect the Connect the
Polarity: Electrode lead to work lead to
Positive Positive Stud Negative Negative Negative Stud
For additional Safety information regarding the elec­trode and work cable set-up, See the standard "SAFE­TY INFORMATION" located in the front of the Instruction Manuals.
Positive Stud
CAUTION
Excessive voltage drops caused by poor work piece connections often result in unsatisfactory welding performance.
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COAXIAL WELD CABLES
Coaxial welding cables are specially designed welding cables for pulse welding or STT welding. Coaxial weld cables feature low inductance, allowing fast changes in the weld current. Regular cables have a higher induc­tance which may distort the pulse or STT wave shape. Inductance becomes more severe as the weld cables become longer.
Coaxial weld cables are recommended for all pulse and STT welding, especially when the total weld cable length (electrode cable + work cable) exceeds 50 feet (7.6m)
A coaxial weld cable is constructed by 8 small leads wrapped around one large lead. The large inner lead connects to the electrode stud on the power source and the electrode connection on the wire feeder. The small leads combine together to form the work lead, one end attached to the power source and the other end to the work piece.
(See Coaxial weld Cable below.)
CHANGING ELECTRODE POLARITY SETTING
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is preset at the factory for Electrode Positive welding. (See Figure A.3)
NOTE: Changing this DIP Switch does not change the actual welding polarity. The actual welding polarity is changed by reversing the welding cables at the power source output studs.
This DIP Switch setting must coincide with the polarity you are setting up to weld with for the feeder to oper­ate correctly. Operating the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder with the DIP switch in the wrong position will cause very erratic weld characteristics.
NEGATIVE ELECTRODE POLARITY
This options allows for the setting of negative polarity sensing when a negative polarity welding process is performed.
When negative electrode polarity is required, such as in some Innershield applications, reverse the output connections at the power source (electrode cable to the negative (-) stud, and work cable to the positive (+) stud).
When operating with electrode polarity negative the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder must be set to recognize this set-up. (See Figure A.3)
To change the electrode polarity DIP Switch setting:
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• Always wear dry insulating gloves.
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1. Turn off power at the welding power source.
2. Remove the rear access panel on the wire drive.
3. Locate the DIP switches on the Wire Drive Board.
4. Set DIP switch #7 to the desired polarity
5. Reinstall the rear access panel and restore power.
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
• Do not touch electrically live parts or electrodes with your skin or wet clothing.
• Insulate yourself from the work and gr
ound.
.
A-6 A-6
Welding Gun
Wire Feed er
A
mphenol
A
B
C
D
E
Trigger Lead
Wire F eeder
Power So
urc
e
Amphenol Plug
Amphenol Plug
A
B
C
D
E
A
B
C
D
E
INSTALLATION
DIP Switch #7 Position
ON
OFF
Polarity
(negative) - polarity
(positive) + polarity
FIGURE A.3
CONTROL CABLE
CONTROL CABLE CONNECTIONS
• All system control cables are the same.
• All control cables can be connected end to end to extend their length.
• All system equipment must be connected to a con­trol cable.
Typical Bench Feeder Connection:
Control cable is connected from the Power Wave Source output Amphenol receptacle to the input Amphenol receptacle on the back of the Wire Drive.
Digital Control Cable, K1543-xx
Welding Gun/Wire Feeder Trigger Connector
Wire Feeder
Pin Function A Gun T
rigger B­C Common D
Dual Procedure
E Common
CONTROL CABLE SPECIFICATIONS
It is recommended that only genuine Lincoln control cables be used at all times. Lincoln cables are specifi­cally designed for the communication and power needs of the Power Wave Source / Power Feed sys­tem. The use of non-standard cables, especially in lengths greater than 25ft(7.6m), can lead to communi­cation problems (system shutdowns), poor motor acceleration (poor arc starting) and low wire driving force (wire feeding problems).
Lincoln control 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 the 40 VDC to the network. The fifth wire is 18 gauge and is used as an electrode sense lead.
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Pin
Function A Digital I/O B Digital I/O C "67" voltage sense D
40 VDC E 40 VDC
Use a maximum of 250 feet (76.2m) of control cable between components.
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
AVAILABLE CONTROL CABLE
K1543 Control cable only. Available in lengths of
8'(2.4m), 16'(4.9m), 25'(7.6m), 50'(15.2m) and 100'(30.5m).
A-7 A-7
INSTALLATION
WIRE DRIVE SYSTEMS
Drive Roll Kits are designed to feed specific types and wire sizes. The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder does not include these Drive Roll Kits with this Wire Drive, but are available for ordering from the following tables:
Drive Roll Kits, Steel Wires
Includes: 4 Smooth V groove drive rolls and an inner wire guide.
KP1505-030S .023-.030 (0.6-0.8mm) KP1505-035S .035 (0.9mm) KP1505-045S .045 (1.2mm) KP1505-052S .052 (1.4mm) KP1505-1/16S 1/16 (1.6mm)
Drive Roll Kits, Cored W
Includes: 4 Knurled drive rolls and an inner wire guide.
KP1505-035C .030-.035" (0.8-0.9mm) KP1505-045C .040-.045" (1.0-1.2mm) KP1505-052C .052" (1.4mm) KP1505-1/16C 1/16" (1.6mm)
ires
CHANGING DRIVE ROLLS AND WIRE GUIDES
FIGURE A.4
WIRE DRIVE DOOR (OPEN)
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 Inner Wire Guide 2 Drive Rolls 3 Outer Wire Guide
Drive Roll Kits, Steel or Cored Wires
Includes: 4 Knurled drive rolls and an inner wire guide.
KP1505-068 .068-.072" (1.8mm) KP1505-5/64 5/64" (2.0mm) KP1505-3/32 3/32" (2.4mm) KP1505-7/64 7/64" (2.8mm) KP1505-.120 .120" (3.2mm)
Drive Roll Kits, Hardfacing Wires
Includes: 2 Knurled drive rolls, 2 Smooth V groove drive rolls and an inner wire guide.
KP1505-7/64C 7/64" (2.8mm)
Drive Roll Kits,
Includes: 4 polished U groove drive rolls, outer wire guide and an inner wire guide.
KP1507-035A .035" (0.9 mm) KP1507-040A .040" (1.0mm) KP1507-3/64A 3/64" (1.2mm) KP1507-1/16A 1/16" (1.6mm) KP1507-3/32A 3/32" (2.4mm)
Aluminum Wire
o change drive rolls and wire guides:
T
1. Turn off power at the welding power source.
2. Open wire drive door.
3. Remove the outer wire guide. (Item #3)
4. Remove the 4 drive rolls (Item #2) by pulling them straight off of the drive hub. Rock the upper drive rolls back for ease of removal.
5. Remove the inner wire guide (Item #1).
6. Insert the new inner wire guide (Item #1) over the locating pins of the feed plate.
7. Install each drive roll by pushing it onto the hub until it fully seats.
8. Install the outer wire guide.
9. Swing the upper drive rolls down and close the wire drive door
.
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A-8 A-8
1
2
3
4
NOTES
DRIVE ROLL PRESSURE SETTING
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is factory set with the pressure indicator approximately "2". The best drive roll pressure varies with wire type, wire surface, lubrication and hardness. Too much pressure could cause "birdnesting", but too little pressure could cause slippage.
Set the drive roll pressure by:
1. Press the end of the gun against a solid object that is electrically isolated from the welder output and press the gun trigger for several seconds.
2. If the wire "birdnests" or jams, the drive roll pressure is too high. Reduce the pressure by one turn of the knob, run new wire through the gun, and repeat step
1. If the only result is slippage, disconnect the gun and
3. pull the gun cable forward about 6" (150mm). There should be a slight waviness in the exposed wire. If there is no waviness, increase the pressure setting one turn, reconnect the gun and repeat the above steps.
CHANGING THE GUN RECEIVER BUSHING
Gun receiver bushings make it easy to switch from one gun to another.
Tools required: 1/4" Allen wrench
To change the gun bushing:
1. Turn off power at the welding power source.
2. Remove the welding wire from the wire drive.
3. Remove the thumb screw from the wire drive.
4. Remove the welding gun from the wire drive.
5. Loosen the socket head cap screw that holds the con­nector bar against the gun bushing. Important: Do not attempt to completely remove the socket head cap screw.
6. Remove the outer wire guide, and push the gun bush-
ing out of the wire drive. Because of the precision fit, light tapping may be required to remove the gun bush­ing.
7. Disconnect the shielding gas hose from the gun bush-
ing, if required.
8. Connect the shielding gas hose to the new gun bush-
ing, if required.
9. Rotate the gun bushing until the thumb screw hole
aligns with the thumb screw hole in the feed plate. Slide the gun receiver bushing into the wire drive and verify the thumb screw holes are aligned.
Note: Some gun bushings do not require the use of the
thumb screw.
10. Tighten the socket head cap screw
.
11. Insert the welding gun into the gun bushing and tight-
en the thumb screw.
Gun Receiver For use With Bushing
K1500-1 K466-1 Lincoln gun connectors;
Innershield and Subarc guns)
K1500-2 K466-2, K466-10 Lincoln gun
connectors; Magnum 200/300/400 guns and compatible with T #4)
K1500-3 K1637-7 Lincoln gun connectors;
FIGURE A.5
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 Thumb Screw 2 Gun Receiver Bushing 3 Connector Bar
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4 Socket Head Cap Screw
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
K1500-4 K466-3 Lincoln gun connectors;
K1500-5 (Compatible with Oxo® guns.) K489-7 ( Lincoln Fast-Mate guns.)
Magnum 550 guns and compatible with Tweco® #5)
compatible with Miller® guns.)
weco®
A-9 A-9
WIRE DRIVE UNIT
THUMB SCREW
GUN RECEIVER BUSHING
TRIGGER RECEPTACLE
GUN TRIGGER CONNECTOR
CABLE CONNECTOR END K466-10
FIGURE A.5a
GUN NOZZLE
GUN HANDLE
GUN TUBE
GUN AND CABLE
INSTALLATION
WELDING GUNS, TORCHES AND ACCES­SORIES
GUN RECEIVER BUSHING
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder comes with a K1500-2 gun receiver bushing, for use with the Magnum gun with a K466-10 connector kit which .
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder Push Pull model comes with a S25398 gun receiver bushing, for use with the push pull gun. K2154-1 push-pull torch connector kit is optional.
The bushing must be changed if the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is going to be switched from the push set up to the push-pull set up or vise versa.
Spool Guns are not recommended with the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder.
MAGNUM GUN AND CABLE ASSEMBLIES
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder model will accept a number of optional gun and cable assemblies. An example of installing the Gun and Cable is shown in Figure A.5a with a 15 ft. (4.6m) long Magnum gun and cable.
1. Turn off power at the welding power source.
2. Unscrew Thumb screw on Wire Drive Unit, until tip of screw no longer protrudes into gun bushing hole as seen from the front of machine.
3. Fully insert the gun cable connector end into the gun receiver bushing and gently tighten the thumb screw as show in Figure A.5a below.
4. Connect the gun trigger connector to the trigger receptacle. Make sure that the key ways are aligned, insert and tighten retaining ring.
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A-10 A-10
INSTALLATION
WIRE FEED SHUT DOWN CIRCUIT
The wire feed shut down circuit is used to stop the wire feed in the event of a fault. The most common use of the circuit is with water cooled guns. A flow sensor is connected to the circuit to protect the welding gun if the water flow is interrupted.
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder has two leads, 570A and 570B, located inside the wire drive that are electrically common. If flow switch is used, separate these leads and connect to normally closed flow switch terminals when water is flowing. Connect the flow sensor to these two leads.
CHANGING THE GEAR RATIO
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder wire drive may be configured for either low speed or high speed, depending upon the application. The wire feeders are factory assembled for low speed operation and include a gear for high speed operation.
Gear
Ratio
Low Speed
High Speed
Purpose:
Best for most GMAW and FCAW welding. The low speed gear ratio provides the most force for pushing wires through long guns or pulling wire through con­duits.
Suitable only for small diameter wires operating at high wire feed speeds. Feeding force is less.
Speed
50-800 ipm
(1.27-20.3 m/m)
75-1200 ipm
(2.03-30.5 m/m)
Wire Size
Solid
.025-3/32 in.
(0.6 - 2.4 mm)
.025-1/16 in
.(0.6 - 1.6 mm)
Core
.035 - .120 in.
(0.9 - 3.0
mm)
.035 - 5/64 in.
(0.9 - 2.0
mm)
FIGURE A.6
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 Gear. 2 Screw holding feed plate to wire feeder
.
3 Low speed position, screw holding feed
plate to wire feeder.
4 High speed position, screw holding feed
plate to wire feeder.
To change the gear ratio:
1. Turn off power at the welding power source.
2. Open the wire drive door.
3. Use a 3/16"
Allen wrench to remove the screws
holding the feed plate to the wire feeder.
4. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw and washers holding the gear to the shaft.
5. Remove the gear.
6. Lightly cover the shaft with engine oil or equivalent. Install the desired gear onto the shaft.
7. Reassemble the screw and washers securing the gear to the shaft.
8. Reassemble the screws in the appropriate position for holding the feed plate to the wire feeder.
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A-11 A-11
L
OW SPEED 
SCREW SETTING
H
IGH SPEED
SCREW SETTING
SCREW FOR ROTATING
FEED PLATE
C
LAMPING COLLAR SCREWS
INSTALLATION
WIRE REEL LOADING
Spindle Placement
The wire reel stand provides two mounting locations for the spindle. Each mounting location consists of a tube in the center of the mast and locating slots.
Loading 16 to 44 lb. (7.3 – 20kg) Spools
1. Squeeze the release bar on the retaining collar and
9. Loosen the two screws on the bottom of the feed plate clamping collar.
10. Rotate the feed plate to the desired position.
11. Tighten the two screws on the bottom of the feed
plate clamping collar.
FIGURE A.7
remove it from the spindle.
2. Place the spool on the spindle, aligning the spindle brake pin with one of the holes in the back side of the spool.
An indicator mark on the end of the spin­dle shows the orientation of the brake holding pin. Be certain the wire feeds off of the spool in the prop­er direction.
3. Re-install the retaining collar. Make sure that the release bar snaps out and that the retaining collar fully engages the groove on the spindle.
Loading 10 to 15 lb. (4.5 – 6.8kg) Spools
DIP Switch #8 Position
ON
OFF
Gear Ratio
High speed
Low speed (default)
12. Remove the rear access panel on the wire drive.
13. Locate DIP switches on the Wire Drive Board.
14. Set DIP
switch #8 to the desired polarity.
15. Reinstall the rear access panel to the wire drive.
16. Restore power.
A K419 spindle adapter is required for loading 2" wide spools on 2" (51mm) spindles. Use a K419-1 spindle adapter for loading 2-1/2" (64mm) wide spools.
1. Squeeze the release bar on the retaining collar and remove it from the spindle.
2. Place the spindle adapter on the spindle, aligning the spindle brake pin with the hole in the adapter.
3. Place the spool on the spindle and align the adapter brake tab with one of the holes in the back side of the spool.
An indicator mark on the end of the spin­dle shows the orientation of the brake tab. Be cer­tain the wire feeds off of the spool in the proper direction.
4. Re-install the retaining collar. Make sure that the release bar snaps out and that the retaining collar fully engages the groove on the spindle.
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A-12 A-12
SPINNER NUT
CARDBOARD LINER
COVER PLATE
TIE WIRE
SPRING
ARM
REEL
COIL
SLOTS
INSTALLATION
Using K1504-1 Coil Reel
50-60 lb. (22.7 - 27.2 kg) Coil Mounting (See Figure A.10)
1. Make sure the spindle of the wire reel stand is in the upper position.
With the coil reel assembly mounted to a 2" (51mm)
2. spindle, loosen the spinner nut and remove the cover plate. Alternatively, lay the coil reel assembly flat on the floor and loosen the spinner nut and remove the cover plate.
3. Place the coil of electrode on the reel so it unwinds from the bottom as it rotates.
4. Tighten the spinner nut as much as possible by hand using the cover plate spokes for leverage. DO NOT hammer on the spinner nut.
5. Cut and remove only the tie wire holding the free end of the coil. Hook the free end around the rim of the cover plate and secure it by wrapping it around. Cut and remove remaining tie wires.
FIGURE A.10
CAUTION
• Always be sure the free end of the coil is secure-
ly held while the tie wires are being cut and until the wire is feeding through the drive rolls. Failure to do this will result in "backlashing" of the coil, which may tangle the wire. A feed and must either be untangled or discarded.
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6. Be sure the coil is engaged with the spindle brake pin and the release bar on the retaining collar "pops up". The retaining collar must fully engage the retaining groove on the spindle.
tangled coil will not
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A-13 A-13
SPINDLE
BRAKE PIN
GROOVES
ADAPTER
RETAINING SPRING
READI­ REEL
CAGE WIRE
RELEASE BAR
RETAINING COLLAR
INSTALLATION
Loading 30 lb. (13.6 kg) Readi-Reels
(See Figure A.11) A K363-P Readi-Reel adapter is required for loading
these spools on 2" (51mm) spindles.
1. Squeeze the release bar on the retaining collar and remove it from the spindle.
2. Place the Readi-Reel adapter on the spindle, align­ing the spindle brake pin with one of the holes in the adapter.
3. Re-install the retaining collar. Make sure that the release bar snaps out and that the retaining collar fully engages the groove on the spindle.
4. Rotate the spindle and adapter until the retaining spring is at the 12 o’clock position.
5. Position the Readi-Reel so that electrode de-reels in the proper direction.
6. Set one of the Readi-Reel inside cage wires on the slot in the retaining spring.
7. Lower the Readi-Reel to depress the retaining spring and align the other inside cage wires with the grooves in the adapter.
Removing a Readi-Reel
1. To remove a Readi-Reel from the an adapter, depress the retaining spring with a thumb while pulling the Readi-Reel cage from the adapter with both hands. Do not remove the adapter from the spindle.
WELD WIRE ROUTING
The electrode supply may be either from reels, Readi­Reels, spools, or bulk packaged drums or reels. Observe the following precautions:
a) The electrode must be routed to the wire drive unit
so that the bends in the wire are at a minimum, and also that the force required to pull the wire from the reel into the wire drive unit is kept at a minimum.
b) The electrode is “hot” when the gun trigger is
pressed and must be insulated from the boom and structure.
c) If more than one wire feed unit shares the same
boom and are not sharing the some power source output stud, their wire and reels must be insulated from each other as well as insulated from their mounting structure.
8. Slide the cage all way onto the adapter until the retaining spring "pops up" fully.
FIGURE A.11
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A-14 A-14
INSTALLATION
SHIELDING GAS CONNECTION
NOTE: Gas supply pressure must be regulated to a
maximum of 80 psi(5.5 bar). Install the shielding gas supply as follows:
1. Secure the cylinder to prevent it from falling.
2. Remove the cylinder cap. Inspect the cylinder valves and regulator for damaged threads, dirt, dust, oil or grease. Remove dust and dirt with a clean cloth. DO NOT ATTACH THE REGULATOR IF OIL, GREASE OR DAMAGE IS PRESENT! Inform your gas supplier of this condition. Oil or grease in the presence of high pressure oxygen is explosive.
3. Stand to one side away from the outlet and open the cylinder valve for an instant. This blows away any dust or dirt which may have accumulated in the valve outlet.
4. Attach the flow regulator to the cylinder valve and tighten the union nut(s) securely with a wrench. Note: if connecting to 100% CO
ulator adapter between regulator and cylinder valve. If adapter is equipped with a plastic washer, be sure it is seated for connection to the CO
5. Attach one end of the inlet hose to the outlet fitting of the flow regulator. Attach the other end to the welding system shielding gas inlet. Tighten the union nuts with a wrench.
6. Before opening the cylinder valve, turn the regulator adjusting knob counterclockwise until the adjusting spring pressure is released.
7. Standing to one side, open the cylinder valve slowly a fraction of a turn. When the cylinder pressure gage stops moving, open the valve fully.
8. The flow regulator is adjustable. Adjust it to the flow rate recommended for the procedure and process being used before making a weld.
cylinder,insert reg-
2
cylinder.
2
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A-15 A-15
INSTALLATION
EXAMPLES OF CONNECTING AN ARCLINK POWER WAVE SYSTEM
ArcLink Power Wave products may be configured in many different ways. The flexible system allows multi­ple wire feeders to be connected to the same power source. The diagrams represent some of the common methods for connecting ArcLink Products.
Important: Bench model wire feeders cannot be sepa­rated into a separate control box and wire drive for a boom system.
Common ArcLink Systems The following Power Wave systems may all be assem­bled without any changes to the equipment DIP switch­es
Basic Semi-Automatic System
• Great for general fabrication.
Robotic/Semi-Automatic System
• Use the bench feeder for offline welding.
Shown with
• K2230-1 Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder
• K1780-2 PF-10/R
• K2203-1 Power Wave 455M/STT
• K2205-1 Wire Drive Module
Multiple Wire Feeder System
• Load one feeder with solid wire, the other with flux cored.
Shown with
• K2230-1 Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder
• K2203-1 Power Wave 455M/STT
Boom Semi-Automatic System
• Often used when making large weldments.
Shown with
• K2314-1 Power Feed 10M Single W (includes wire drive and control box)
• K2203-1 Power Wave 455M/STT
ire Feeder Boom
• Great for pipeline work.
Shown with
• K2429-1 ArcLink T Cable Connector
• K2196-1 Power Feed 15M
• K2203-1 Power Wave 455M/STT
ArcLink Systems
Many other ArcLink systems may be assembled besides those shown in this manual. The majority will self configure. If an assembled system flashes the sta­tus light green rapidly on all components, contact the Lincoln Electric Company for further assistance.
Current Power Feed 10M models that will not self con­figure...
• K2316-1 Power Feed 10M Dual Boom
These configurations will require Dip Switches to be set. See the power source instruction manual on how to disable self configuration.
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
A-16 A-16
CONTROL BOX
ROLL BAR
REEL STAND AND BASE ASSEMBLY
WIRE DRIVE
SPINDLE ASSEMBLY
Dig it al Control Cable
Work Cable
E lec trod e C able
Shielding G as H os e
Wire Feeder
Control Box
Welding G un
Pow er Source
+
-
Drive Roll Kit
Tigger lead
Work Connection
INSTALLATION
BOOM CONFIGURATION
CONTROL BOX
WIRE DRIVE
BENCH MODEL FEATURES
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BASIC POWER FEED 10M SINGLE WIRE FEEDER WELDING SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
CV Welding:
Pulse Welding or STT Welding:
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
Section B-1 Section B-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- OPERATION SECTION -
Operation ................................................................................................................Section B
Safety Precautions .......................................................................................................B-2
Graphic Symbols..........................................................................................................B-2
Definitions of W
Common Welding Abbreviations..................................................................................B-3
Product Description......................................................................................................B-3
Recommended Processes ....................................................................................B-3/B-4
Required Equipment.....................................................................................................B-4
Front Panel Controls and Connections........................................................................B-6
1. Status LED .........................................................................................................B-6
2. Digital Meters and Output Encoder Knobs ................................................B-6/B-8
A. Wire Feed Speed/Ammeter Display and Output Knob ...............................B-6
B. Volts/Trim Display and Output Knob ...........................................................B-7
Synergic CV Voltage Display ............................................................................B-7
Overview:..........................................................................................................B-8
3. Mode Select Panel 4 (MSP4).............................................................................B-8
Layout-Controls................................................................................................B-8
Layout-Digital Displays.....................................................................................B-8
Power-up Sequence.........................................................................................B-9
Changing Weld Modes.....................................................................................B-9
Changing Arc Wave Control .............................................................................B-9
Changing Weld Sequence Behavior.................................................................B-9
Infrared (IR) Control ..........................................................................................B-9
Lockout/Security ..............................................................................................B-9
Limit Setting ...................................................................................................B-10
Machine Setup/User Preferences ..................................................................B-10
Accessing the Machine Setup Menu .............................................................B-10
Setup Features Menu............................................................................B-10/B-13
4. Cold Feed / Gas Purge Switch........................................................................B-13
5. 2-Step/4-Step Trigger Switch Operations .............................................B-13 /B-15
Process Set-Up and Operation......................................................................B-16
Steel and Stainless Synergic GMAW-P (Pulsed MIG) Welding......................B-17
Arc Control .....................................................................................................B-17
Aluminum Synergic GMAW-P (Pulsed MIG) and GMAW-PP (Pulse on Pulse)
Welding...........................................................................................................B-18
Machine Functionality by Weld Process ...............................................B-19/B-24
CC-Stick .........................................................................................................B-19
CV GMAW/FCAW (NON-SYNERGIC) ............................................................B-20
GMAW (SYNERGIC) .......................................................................................B-21
Pulse and Pulse-on-Pulse (SYNERGIC).........................................................B-22
STT and STT II (SYNERGIC) .........................................................................B-23
GTAW (Touch Start TIG) Welding ...................................................................B-24
User Memories.....................................................................................................B-25
6. Optional Dual Procedure / Memory Panel Operation......................................B-25
Limit Setting.........................................................................................................B-26
elding Modes ......................................................................................B-3
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
B-2 B-2
OPERATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read this entire section of operating instructions before operating the machine.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts or electrodes with your skin or wet clothing.
• Insulate yourself from the work and ground.
• Always wear dry insulating gloves.
• Do not use AC welder if your cloth­ing, gloves or work area is damp or if working on, under or inside work­piece.
Use the following equipment:
-DC manual (stick) welder.
-AC welder with reduced voltage control.
• Do not operate with panels removed.
• Disconnect input power before ser­vicing.
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READ THIS WARNING, PROTECT YOURSELF & OTHERS.
GRAPHIC SYMBOLS THAT APPEAR ON THIS MACHINE OR IN THIS MANUAL
WIRE FEEDER
POSITIVE OUTPUT
NEGATIVE OUTPUT
PROTECTIVE GROUND
WARNING OR CAUTION
FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous.
• Keep your head out of fumes.
• Use ventilation or exhaust at the arc,
or both,to keep fumes and gases from your breathing zone and general area.
WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or explosion.
• Do not weld near flammable material.
• Do not weld on containers which have held flammable material.
ARC RAYS can burn.
• Wear eye, ear, and body protection.
ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONS SHOULD INSTALL, USE OR SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT. READ AND FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUC­TIONS, EMPLOYER’S SAFETY PRACTICES AND MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS (MSDS) FOR CONSUMABLES.
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
B-3 B-3
OPERATION
DEFINITIONS OF WELDING MODES
NON-SYNERGIC WELDING MODES
A Non-synergic welding mode requires all welding
process variables to be set by the operator.
SYNERGIC WELDING MODES
A Synergic welding mode offers the simplicity of sin-
gle knob control. The machine will select the correct voltage and amperage based on the wire feed speed (WFS) set by the operator
.
COMMON WELDING ABBREVIATIONS
WFS
• Wire Feed Speed
CC
Constant Current
CV
Constant Voltage
GMAW (MIG)
• Gas Metal Arc W
GMAW-P (MIG)
Gas Metal Arc Welding-(Pulse)
elding
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
General Physical Description
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is a modular wire feeder, consisting of two components - a wire drive and a control box - are available assembled as a bench unit or as a boom system. High speed, high­ly reliable digital cables connect the components together and to the Power Wave power source.
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder system has the ability to connect multiple wire feeders to one power source, use the same power source to weld in
ferent locations (not simultaneously), or load a
two dif different electrode on each feeder to eliminate change over time.
The powerful four roll wire drive system sets the indus­try standard for ease of use. Its patented design allows for tool-less change out of wire guides and drive rolls greatly reducing set up time.
General Functional Description
• The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is a high­ly versatile wire feeder with easy to use features that make it easy for the operator to adjust the arc for specific preferences.
• The new MSP4 panel clearly displays key welding information. Use the MSP4 panel to quickly adjust weld settings, arc starting parameters, arc end para­meters and set-up variables.
GMAW-PP (MIG)
• Gas Metal Arc Welding-(Pulse-on-Pulse)
AW (TIG)
GT
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
SMAW (STICK)
Shielded Metal Arc Welding
FCAW (Innershield or Outershield)
Flux Core Arc Welding
• The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder wire feed­er is provided with an infrared red (IR) port. Transferring welding settings from one wire feeder to another is accomplished with a common palm com puter.
• When the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is coupled to a Power Wave welding power source, the result is a welding system with absolutely superior arc performance.
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RECOMMENDED PROCESSES
HF
High Frequency
CAG
Carbon Arc Gouging
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is well suit­ed for all MIG welding processes, giving premium arc performance especially with unusual alloys and out of position work.
• GMAW • SMAW
• GMAW-Pulse • GTAW (Touch Start TIG only)
• GMAW-STT • CAG
• FCAW
B-4 B-4
PROCESS LIMITATIONS
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is not suit­able for:
• SAW AW with HF
• GT
The MSP4 does not support "Spot" welding.
Not all weld modes or processes described in this manual are avail­able on all Power Wave power sources.
OPERATION
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Lincoln’s Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is designed for use with the Power Wave family of power sources. These include:
• Power Wave 355 • Power Wave 455M CE
• Power Wave 455 • Power Wave 455M STT
• Power Feed 455/STT • Power Wave 455M STT CE
• Power Wave 455M • Power Wave 655
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
• Drive Roll Kits
• Control Cables
• Gun and Cable Assembly
• Weld Wire
• Shielding gas
• Work Cable and Clamp
EQUIPMENT LIMITATIONS
• The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder does
operate with the Power Wave 450.
• The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder does not
operate with any analog based power sources (CV­xxx machines, DC-xxx machines, etc.)
• The Memory Panel is required to set procedure limits.
• The Boom model does not support push-pull guns or
GTAW welding.
• A push-pull gun and foot amptrol may not be plugged
into the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder at the same time.
not
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
B-5 B-5
2
6
3
5
1
4
7
8
OPERATION
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
FIGURE B.1- CASE FRONT CONTROLS
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 Status LED indicates system status. 2
3 MSP4 Panel is used to set the weld mode, adjust the arc, change arc start/end para-
4 Cold Feed - Gas Purge Switch, press the switch up to feed wire with weld output off.
5 2 step - 4 step Switch is used to choose between a 2 step trigger or a 4 step trigger
6
7 Cover for Optional Water Cooling Kit, remove when the water cooling kit is installed.
8 Trigger Connector 5-pin amphenol for connecting the MIG gun trigger. See Installation
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Digital Meter Display is a bright LED display of key welding information. Adjusting Parameter Knobs.
meters and for set-up information.
Press the switch down for gas flow with weld output off.
operation. Location for Optional Memory Panel. (Order K2360-1 for the memory panel. See Accessories
Section).
See instructions with water cooling Kit.
Section for detail.
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
B-6 B-6
400
263
WFS AMPS
VOLTS TRIM
A
B
OPERATION
1. STATUS LED
The status LED indicates system status. Normal oper­ation is a steady green light.
Note: During normal power-up, the LED may flash red and/or green as the equipment performs self tests.
LED condition Definition Steady green System okay. The power source and
wire feeder are communicating nor­mally.
Blinking green Occurs during a reset and indicates
the power source is identifying each component in the system. This is nor­mal for the first 10 seconds after power-up, or if the system configura­tion is changed during operation.
Alternating Non-recoverable system fault. If the green and red power source or wire feeder status
LED is flashing any combination of red and green, errors are present in the system. Read the error code before
the machine is turned off.
Instructions for reading the error code are detailed in the Service Manual. Individual code digits are flashed in red with a long pause between digits. If more than one code is present, the codes will be separated by a green light.
To clear the error, turn the power source OFF, and then back ON to reset. See troubleshooting section.
Steady red Non recoverable hardware fault.
Generally indicates a problem with the cables connecting the wire feeder to the power source.
Blinking red Not applicable.
FIGURE B.2
A. WIRE FEED SPEED/AMMETER DISPLAY AND
OUTPUT KNOB
This meter displays either the wire feed speed or cur­rent value (Amps) depending upon welding process (Mode) being used and the status of the wire feeder and power source. Written below the display is "WFS" and "Amps". being displayed on the meter. The knob below the meter adjusts the value displayed on the meters.
Prior to Welding Description
CV Welding Processes Meter displays the preset CC Welding Processes Meter displays the preset
During Welding
An Weld Processes Meter displays displays
After Welding
An Weld Processes The meter holds the actual
An LED light illuminates which value is
WFS value.
Amps.
actual average welding
the Amps.
current value for 5 sec­onds. The display blinks to indicate the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is in the "Hold" period. If the output is adjusted while in the "Hold" period, the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder will revert to the "Prior to welding" dis­play described above.
2. DIGITAL METERS AND OUTPUT ENCODER KNOBS
The primary weld procedure settings are controlled and displayed using digital meters and output encoder knobs located at the top of the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder control panel.
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(See Figure B.2)
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
Note: If the output knob for the WFS/AMPS is adjust­ed while the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is in the “Hold” period, the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder will immediately revert to the “Prior to Welding” display
The default wire feed speed units are inches/minute and can be changed to meters/minute by entering the "Set-up Menu" in this Operation Section. The wire feed speed is calibrated to within ±2%. Refer to the power source man­ual for calibration specifications of the ammeter.
.
B-7 B-7
B. VOLTS / TRIM DISPLAYAND OUTPUT KNOB
The voltage/trim meter displays either the voltage or trim value, depending upon the welding process (mode) being used and the status of the wire feeder and power source.
Below the meter are the words “Volts” and “Trim”. An LED light illuminates to designate which value is being displayed on the meter. The knob below the meter adjusts the value displayed in the meter. The following
OPERATION
AFTER WELDING Weld Process Volt/Trim Display
All Processes After welding, the meter holds the actual
average arc voltage for 5 seconds. During this time, the display flashes to indicate the wire feeder is in the "Hold" period. Output adjustment while in the "Hold" period results in the "prior to operation" characteristics described above.
SYNERGIC CV VOLTAGE DISPLAY
tables describe the function of the Volts / Trim display depending upon the status of the wire feeder / power source package and the welding process utilized.
Synergic CV programs feature an ideal voltage best suited for most procedures. Use this voltage as a start­ing point for the weld procedure and adjust if needed
PRIOR TO WELDING
Weld Process Volts / Trim Display prior to operation
for personal preferences. The voltage is calibrated to ±2% over a range of 10 to
Nonsynergic CV Displays the preset Voltage value.
45 volts.
Synergic CV Displays the preset Voltage value. Synergic Displays the preset Trim value from 0.50
CV-Pulse to 1.50, with 1.00 as the default. Trim
adjusts the arc length for Pulse programs. Lower the trim value to decrease the arc length, and raise the trim value to increase the arc length. A trim value of 1.00 is opti­mum for most conditions.
Synergic CV-STT• Adjusts the background current of the
STT waveform. Used to modify the heat input.
• Linc Net Power Sources: Displays the background current as a value from 0.50 to 1.50, with 1.00 as the default. Lower the trim value to decrease the heat input, and raise the trim value to increase the heat input. A trim value of 1.00 is opti­mum for most conditions.
• Arc Link Power Sources: Displays the background current in amps. Lower the background current to decrease the heat input and raise the background current to increase the heat input.
Nonsynergic Displays the preset CP value from 0 to 20. Power The Power mode is best for thin sheet
metal and aluminum applications.
When the voltage knob is rotated, the display will show an upper or lower bar indicating if the voltage is above or below the ideal voltage.
• Preset voltage above ideal voltage. (upper bar displayed)
• Preset voltage at ideal voltage. (no bar displayed)
• Preset voltage below ideal voltage. (lower bar displayed)
DURING WELDING
Weld Process Volts / Trim Display All Processes Displays Actual
Average Arc
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Voltage
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
B-8 B-8
START OPTIONS END OPTIONS
SET
SETUP
IR PORT
PULSE 4043 Ar
3/64"
ALUMINUM
72
WELD MODE ARC CONTROL
OPERATION
OVERVIEW:
The MSP4 is the standard mode select panel for the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder wire feeders. The MSP4 is capable of:
- Weld mode selection.
- Arc Control adjustment.
- Weld sequence control (Preflow Time, Run-in WFS, etc.)
FIGURE B.3
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
10
3. MODE SELECT PANEL 4 (MSP4)
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 IR (Infrared) Port. 2 Weld Mode Number. 3 Weld Wire Type. 4 Wire Size. 5 Weld Mode Description. 6 7 Selection Pushbutton Weld Mode or Arc
8 9
10 Status LED Lights-Start/End Options.
Status LED Lights-Weld Mode/Arc Control. Control.
“Set” (Adjustment) Dial / Knob Selection Pushbutton Start and End Options.
• Limit setting for restricting the operators range of control.
• Lockout to prevent unauthorized changes to machine configuration.
Additionally , the MSP4 includes an infrared (IR) port for wireless communication and configuration using a Palm OS based hand held computer and a simplified control layout.
LAYOUT-CONTROLS (SEE FIGURE B.3)
The MSP4 panel controls (Items 7 and 9) set consist of an encoder knob Item 8 and two push buttons. The encoder is primarily used to change the value of the selected attribute.
The left pushbutton (Item 7)
is used to toggle between Weld Mode selection and any active Arc Controls (a.k.a. wave controls). The choices of wave controls varies by weld mode. For example, weld mode 31 has one wave control, “Pinch”. Weld mode 110 has three wave controls, “Peak Current”, “Background Current” and “Tailout”. If the selected weld mode has no wave controls, pressing the left pushbutton will have no affect. If the selected weld mode uses one or more wave controls, pressing the left pushbutton will sequence the selection from weld mode -> wave con­trol 1 (if active) -> wave control 2 (if active) -> wave control 3 (if active) -> wave control 4 (if active) then back to weld mode.
The right pushbutton (Item 9)
is used to select attribut­es that affect the available weld parameters such as preflow time, burnback time, etc. Since most users will require infrequent access to these attributes, they are separate from weld mode selection and wave control adjustment.
LAYOUT-DIGITAL DISPLAY
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Through the use of alphanumeric displays, the MSP4 provides standard text messages designed to enhance the user’s understanding of the machine’s operation as well as provide advanced capabilities
The panel pro-
vides:
• Clear identification of the selected weld mode.
• Identification of weld modes not listed on the preprinted weld mode list label.
• Control of up to four wave controls (arc controls.)
• Weld mode specific wave control name display (Peak, Background, Pinch, etc.).
• Unit values are displayed (Amps, in/min, etc.).
• User-friendly machine setup and configuration.
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
The MSP4 display consists of a large 4-digit, 7-seg­ment LED display, two 8-character alphanumeric LED displays and one 16-character alphanumeric LED dis-
. The information shown on the various displays
play depends on the state of the user interface as described below.
When the MSP4 is being used to select a weld mode, the 4-digit display (Item 2) indicates the selected weld mode number. The upper 8-character alphanumeric display (Item 3) indicates the electrode type (steel, alu­minum, etc.) The lower 8-character alphanumeric dis­play (Item 4) indicates the electrode size (.035", 1/16", etc.).
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