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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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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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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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.).
B-9 B-9
The 16-character alphanumeric display (Item 5) indi­cates the process type and other information, the exact content of which depends on the selected weld mode. This additional information may include specific elec­trode type (e.g. 4043) and/or a description of the rec­ommended gas (e.g. HeArCO2).
When the MSP4 is being used to change the value of an attribute, the 7-segment displays show the selected attribute’s value. The upper 8-character alphanumeric display is typically not used while changing an attribute’s value. The lower 8-character alphanumeric display is used to indicate the units of the selected attribute (e.g. seconds, in/min, etc.). The 16-character alphanumeric display is used to display the name of the selected attribute.
The content of the displays while the user interface is being used for advance machine configuration (e.g. limit setting, pass code entering, machine setup, etc.) is described in later sections.
POWER-UP SEQUENCE
When power is first applied to the machine, a lamp test is performed. All discrete LED’ segment displays will show a pattern of "8." and all alphanumeric displays will show a hatch pattern where every-other pixel is illuminated. The lamp test will last for two seconds, after which all displays are turned back off. The 16-character alphanumeric display will show "Initializing…" while waiting for the Weld Sequencer to announce bus available. The MSP4 alphanumeric displays will then display the name of the weld table loaded in the power source while the user interface prepares the machine for operation. After all initialization is complete, the MSP4 will display the weld mode information for the mode number that was selected when the machine was last powered down.
CHANGING WELD MODES
To select a weld mode, press the left MSP4 pushbut­ton until the WELD MODE LED is illuminated. Turn the MSP4 encoder until the desired weld mode number is displayed. As the MSP4 encoder knob is rotated, only the weld mode number is displayed. encoder idle time, the user interface will change to the selected weld mode and the new mode’s electrode type, electrode size and process information will appear.
s are turned on, all 7-
After 1 second of
OPERATION
CHANGING ARC WAVE CONTROL
If the selected weld mode uses any of the four available wave controls, users can press the left MSP4 pushbutton until the ARC CONTROL name and units (if applicable) of the available wave con­trols will appear. Note that the name of the control is derived from the weld table and may not necessarily appear as "Wave Control". Repeated pressing of the left MSP4 pushbutton will cycle through all active wave con­trols and then the weld mode. Turning the MSP4 encoder will change the value of the displayed wave control.
CHANGING WELD SEQUENCE BEHAVIOR
Weld sequencing attributes are grouped into two cate­gories, STAR OPTIONS may include Preflow Time, Run-in Wire Feed Speed, and Start Time. END OPTIONS may include Spot Timer, Crater Time, Burnback Time and Postflow Time. The attributes that appear in the START and END OPTIONS are weld mode dependent. For example, if a TIG weld mode is selected, Run-in WFS will not appear since it is not relevant to the selected process. Repeated pressing of the right MSP4 pushbutton will cycle through all relevant START and END OPTIONS. Turning the MSP4 encoder will change the value of the selected option.
When the Start Time attribute is set to a value other than OFF, the START OPTIONS LED will blink synchronous with the WFS and VOL TS/TRIM LED’son the dual-display panel. This blinking is used to indicate that start wire feed speed and voltage/trim can now be set to values different from those used while welding. Similarly, if the Crater Time attribute is set to a value other than OFF, the END OPTIONS LED will blink synchronously with the dual-dis­play LED’s, indicating that crater wire feed speed and voltage/trim now can be set to values different from those used while welding.
INFRARED (IR) CONTROL
The MSP4 interface includes an infrared transceiver. This allows wireless machine configuration using a Palm OS based hand held computer. A proprietary Palm OS appli­cation, W (Contact Lincoln Electric for more information on this fea­ture.)
LOCKOUT/SECURITY
LED is illuminated. The value,
T OPTIONS and END OPTIONS. START
eld Manager, was developed for this purpose.
The MSP4 can be optionally configured to prevent the welder from changing selected user interface controls. By default, all user interface controls can be changed. Weld Manager software (for Palm OS or PC) must be used to lock or unlock user unterface controls and to set a pass code
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OPERATION
LIMIT SETTING
The MSP4 can be optionally configured to limit the operator’s range of control of any weld parameter (weld WFS, arc con­trol, etc.). Limits are only available with the Dual Procedure/Memory Panel.
MACHINE SETUP/USER PREFERENCES
The MSP4 can be used to configure and troubleshoot the machine.
ACCESSING THE MACHINE SETUP MENU
To access the Machine Setup menu, press both MSP4 push buttons simultaneously. display the first user preference, "P.0", and the SETUP LED will illuminate.
• Pressing the left MSP4 pushbutton will exit the entire
Machine Setup menu while in the P.0 user preference.
• Turning the MSP4 encoder knob will select other available
User Preferences.
The MSP4 7-segment display will
SETUP FEATURES MENU
The Setup Menu gives access to the set-up configuration. Stored in the setup configuration are user parameters that generally need to be set only at installation. The parameters are grouped as follows:
To access the setup menu, press the right and left buttons of the MSP4 panel simultaneously. Note that the setup menu cannot be accessed if the system is welding, or if there is a fault (The status LED is not solid green).
Change the value of the blinking parameter rotating the SET knob.
To exit the setup menu at any time, press the right and left buttons of the MSP4 panel simultaneously. Alternately, 1 minute of inactivity will also exit the setup menu.
• P.1 through P.99 Unsecured Parameters (always adjustable)
• P.101 through P.199 Diagnostic Parameters (always read only)
• P.501 through P.599 Secured Parameters (accessible only though a p.c. or palm application.)
• To exit the User Preference Menu, either rotate the MSP4 encoder until P.0 is displayed and press the left MSP4 pushbutton or press both MSP4 push buttons simultane­ously at any time.
TABLE B.1
Unsecured Parameters
PARAMETER
P.0 P.1 P.2 P.3 P.4 P.5 P.6 P.7 P.8 P.9
P.11 P.12 P.13 P.80 P.99
Diagnostic Parameters
P.100 P.101 P.102 P.103 P.104 P.105 P.106 P.107
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DESCRIPTION
Exit set-up menu
WFS Units
Arc Display Mode
Display Power
Trigger Memory Recall
Trigger Procedure Change
Stall Factor Adjustment
Gun Offset Adjustment
TIG Gas Control
Crater Delay
Set Timers
Travel Options
Adjust Arc Force
Sense From Studs
Show Test Modes
View Diagnostics View Event Logs
View Fatal Logs
View Software Version View Hardware Version View Welding Software
View Ethernet IP Address
View Power Source Type
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
The following list includes all possible parameters in ArcLink equipment. Not all of the parameters listed may appear for your system. Refer to the (TABLE B.1) for active parameters.
* PF= POWER FEED
PF*-10M (All Models)
√ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
√ √
√ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
PF*-10A
√ √ √
√ √ √
√ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
PF*-15M
√ √ √
√ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
B-11 B-11
OPERATION
P
.0 Press the right button to exit the setup menu.
P.1 WFS units
Metric = m/min wire feed speed units English = In/min wire feed speed units (default)
P.2 Arc Display Mode
Amps = The left display shows Amperage while welding. (default) WFS = The left display shows Wire Feed Speed while welding.
P.3 Display Power
When P.3 is set to “Yes”, the power will be displayed on the MSP4 while welding. When P.3 is set to”No”, power will not be displayed.
P.4 Trigger Memory Recall
Enable = Selecting memories 2 through 6 with quick trig­ger pulls is enabled when the optional dual procedure/memory panel is installed. To recall a memory with the gun trigger, quickly pull and release the trigger the number of times that correspond to the memory number. For example, to recall memory 3, quickly pull and release the trigger 3 times. Trigger memory recall can only be performed when the system is not welding. Disable = Memory selection is performed only by the but­tons on the optional dual procedure/memory panel. (default)
P.5 Procedure Change Method (Three Settings)
In order for any of these procedure change methods to function, the "A-Gun-B" switch must be on the "Gun" position.
1. "External Switch" (the default value), the machine will only change the selected procedure when the proce­dure select digital input changes state.
2. "Quick Trigger" (the optional value 1), the machine will only change the selected procedure when the trigger is released and quickly re-pulled while welding in 2-step. Enable=Allows switching between procedure A cedure B while welding. The exception is that the pro­cedure select digital input is no longer recognized.
3. "Integral Trigger Procedure" (the optional value 2), the machine will only change the selected procedure when the procedure select digital input changes state.
Machine operation is similar to the "External Switch" selection except that additional logic prevents procedure A from being re-selected when the trigger is quickly and completely released at step 2 of the 4-step weld sequence.
and pro-
the machine will always operate in 2-step if a weld is made exclusively in procedure A, regardless of the 2/4 step switch position (this is intended to simplify tack weld­ing when using a daul-schedule gun, such as the Magnum 400 DS, while 4-step trigger is selected).
In order for any of these procedure change methods to function, the “A-Gun-B” switch must be on the “Gun” posi­tion.
P.6 Push Pull Gun, Stall Factor Adjustment
The stall factor controls the stall torque of the push motor when using a push-pull gun. The wire feeder is factory set to not stall unless there is a large resistance to feeding wire. The stall factor can be reduced to stall more easily and possibly prevent bird nesting. However, low stall fac­tors can cause motor stalling while welding which results in the wire burning back to the tip. If you are experiencing bird nests, check for other feeding problems before adjusting the stall factor.
Default value for the stall factor is 75, with a range of 5 -
100. To change the stall factor:
• Use the VOLTS/TRIM knob to adjust the stall factor. Increasing the stall factor raises the motor torque and decreasing the stall factor lowers the motor torque. Do not increase the stall factor more than necessary. A high stall factor may increase the occurrence of bird nesting and a low stall factor may cause the wire to burn back to the tip.
P.7 Push Pull Gun, Gun Offset Adjustment
The push-pull gun offset calibration adjusts the wire feed speed calibration of the pull motor. The procedure should only be performed when other possible corrections do not solve the push-pull feeding problems. A rpm meter is required to perform the pull gun motor offset calibration.
To perform the calibration procedure:
• Release the pressure arm on both the pull and push wire drives.
• Set the wire feed speed to 200 ipm.
• Remove wire from the pull wire drive.
• Hold the rpm meter to the drive roll in the pull gun.
• Pull the trigger on the push-pull gun.
• Measure the rpm of the pull motor. The rpm should be between 115 and 125 rpm. If necessary, decrease the calibration setting to slow the pull motor, or increase the calibration setting to speed up the motor. The calibration range is -30 to +30, with 0 as the default value.
When setup parameter P
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.5 is set to “Integral ProcTrig”,
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B-12 B-12
NOTES
P.8 TIG Gas Control (Two Settings)
1. "Valve (manual)", the internal solenoid will not actuate while TIG welding, gas flow is manually controlled by an external valve.
2. "Solenoid (auto)", the internal gas solenoid will turn on and off automatically while as follows:
• Preflow time will not be accessible from the MSP4.
• Postflow time will be available in the MSP4 "End
Options" and have a range of OFF to 10.0 sec­onds.
• The postflow time value is maintained when
switching between MIG and TIG modes.
• When machine output on/off is controlled via the
right encoder, gas flow will not start until the tung­sten touches, the work piece, gas flow will stop after the postflow time when the arc is broken.
• When machine output on/off is controlled via an
arc start switch or foot Amptrol, gas will begin flow­ing when the output is turned on and stop flowing after the postflow period after the output is turned off.
P.9 Crater Delay
This parameter enables a timer delay for each feed head to bypass the Crater option when short tack welds are desired. If the trigger is released before the timer expires, Crater will be bypassed and the weld will end. If the trigger is released after the timer expires, Crater will function as normal (if Crater function is turned on).
TIG welding
P.13 Adjust Arc Force
Use this menu to adjust Arc Force values for Start, Weld and Crater. Press the right MSP4 button to enter the menu and rotate the knob to choose either Start, Weld or Crater. Press the right MSP4 button and then rotate the knob to the desired value. Press the left MSP4 button to set the value and exit.
Continue to adjust Arc Force for other states, and then press the left MSP4 button to exit the menu.
P.80 Sense From Studs (two settings)
1. "False", the voltage sense lead is automatically selected based on the DIP switch configuration and the selected weld mode. value that is used every time the machine is pow­ered up. Note that setting P.80 to "False" does not preclude voltage sensing from the studs if studs sensing is specified by the selected weld mode (for example stick and TIG weld modes will still sense voltage at the studs).
rue", voltage sensing is forced to "studs"
2. "T regardless of the DIP switch configuration and selected weld mode. Setting P.80 to "T should only be done for troubleshooting purpos­es. P.80 will automatically be set back to "False" the next time the equipment is powered up or can be manually changed back to "False" via the setup menu.
This is the default
rue"
P.11 Set Timers
This menu is used to adjust timer values for Upslope, Downslope and Restrike. Press the right button to enter the Set Timer menu. Rotate the knob to select the timer to adjust and then press the right button. Adjust the value of the timer by rotating the knob. Press the left MSP4 button to set the value and exit. Continue to adjust other timers as necessary, and then press the left button to exit the Set Timer menu.
P.12 Travel Options
This menu is used to change the travel options for a travel carriage, including starting and ending func­tions. The right MSP4 button to enter the Travel Options menu and rotate the encoder to select either starting or ending options. Press the right MSP4 button to select the option. Press the left MSP4 button to set the value and exit. Rotate the encoder to select other options, or press the left MSP4 button to exit the menu.
In order to control the welding arc, the power source continually monitors arc current and arc voltage. Arc current is measured internal to the power source.
• Voltage internal to the power source ("studs")
• V
• Voltage at a user-wired sense lead ("21" lead)
Remote voltage sensing (anything other than "studs") is used to obtain a more accurate voltage measurement since the sense lead is closer to the arc. Remote voltage sensing can involve external wiring and DIP switch configuration, there is a potential for incorrect voltage measurement which can lead to poor arc control or wire burn back.
P.99 Show Test Modes
Many weld tables include special modes for testing and servicing the welding system. Set this parame­ter to YES to show all test modes.
When the power source is turned off, the Show Test Modes parameter automatically reverts back to "NO".
Arc voltage can be measured as follows:
oltage at the wire feeder ("67" lead)
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
B-13 B-13
C
OLD FEED
GAS PURGE
2-STEP
4 STEP
OPERATION
P.100 View Diagnostics
Diagnostics are only used for servicing the Power Wave system. Yes = Shows P.101 through P.500 in the SETUP menu. No = Only P.0 through P.100 are shown in the SETUP menu.
P.101 Event Logs
Press the right MSP4 button to view the Event Logs. Rotate the encoder to select the object to read and then press the right MSP4 button. Various software information will appear about key system events. Press the left MSP4 but­ton to exit.
P.102 Fatal Logs
Press the right MSP4 button to view the Fatal Logs. Rotate the encoder to select the module to read and then press the right MSP4 button. Various software information will appear about critical module actions. Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
P.103 Software Version
Press the right MSP4 button to view the soft­ware loaded into each module (p.c. board). Rotate the encoder to select the module to read and then press the right MSP4 button. The panel will display the main software ver­sion loaded into the module. Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
P.104 Hardware Version
Press the right MSP4 button to view the hard­ware version of each module (p.c. board). Rotate the encoder to select the module to read and then press the right MSP4 button. The panel will display the main hardware ver­sion loaded into the module. Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
P.105 Welding Software
Press the right MSP4 button to view the weld­ing software version inside the power source. Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
4. COLD FEED / GAS PURGE SWITCH
Cold Feed and Gas Purge are combined into a two position momentary toggle switch.
To activate Cold Feeding, hold the switch in the UP position. The wire drive will feed electrode but neither the power source nor the gas solenoid will be energized. Keeping the electrode and gun electrically “cold”. Adjust the speed of cold feeding by rotating the WFS knob.
• This feature is useful for threading the electrode through the gun.
• While the “cold feed” circuit is activated, adjust the wire feed speed using the WFS knob.
Hold with toggle switch in the DOWN position to activate Gas Purge noid valve will energize but neither the power source out­put nor the drive motor will be turned on. The Gas Purge switch is useful for setting the proper flow rate of shield­ing gas. Flow meters should always be adjusted while the shielding gas is flowing.
and let the shielding gas flow. The gas sole-
5. 2-STEP / 4-STEP TRIGGER SWITCH
The 2-Step / 4-Step switch has two set positions. Place the switch in the UP posi­tion for 2-step Trigger Operation and in the down position for 4-step Trigger Operation.
2 Step Trigger
2 Step trigger operation is the most com mon. When the gun trigger is pulled, the welding system (power source and wire feeder) cycles through the arc starting sequence and into the main welding para­meters. The welding system will continue to weld as long as the gun trigger is activated. Once the trigger is released, the welding system cycles through the arc ending steps.
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P.106 Ethernet IPAddress
Press the right MSP4 button to view the IP address of the Ethernet board. If no Ethernet Board is installed, the display shows "No Enet Found." Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
P.107 Power Source
Press the right MSP4 button to view the type of power source connected to the control box. Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
4-Step Trigger Operation
When the switch is in the 4-Step position the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder provides trigger interlock capa­bility (the operator can release the trigger and the system will continue to weld) and it also allows the operator to control the amount of time spent in the start and crater weld modes. See Sequence of Operation for more information on the overall interaction trigger switch with the weld sequence.
The 2-Step / 4-Step trigger has no effect when welding with SMA
W or CAG procedures.
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
OPERATION
B-14 B-14
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Head / Procedure Select
Press toselect head or change ac tive
procedure.
Changes to weld settings affect
active procedure only.
Memory
Permanent storage for procedure
settings.
Six available m e morylocations. One
procedure (A or B) can be stored in each.
PRESS AND HOLD TO SAVE
MEMORY
FIGURE B.4
2 STEP TRIGGER OPERATION
(See Figure B.4) Sometimes it is advantageous to set specific arc start, crater and arc ending parameters for the ideal weld. Many times when welding aluminum crater control is necessary to make a good weld. This is done by set­ting Start, Crater and Burnback functions to desired values.
SEQUENCE OF OPERATION
Following is the total weld sequence that the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder will execute. If any para­meter is inactive or its time is set to zero, the weld pro­cedure immediately shifts to the next parameter in the sequence.
1. PREFLOW: Shielding gas begins to flow immediate­ly when the gun trigger is pulled.
2. STRIKE: After preflow time expires, the power source regulates to the start output and wire is advanced towards the work piece at the Strike WFS. If an arc is not established within 1.5 seconds, the power source output and wire feed speed skips to the weld settings.
3. UPSLOPE: Once the wire touches the work and an arc is established, both the machine output and the wire feed speed ramp to the weld settings through­out the start time. The time period of ramping from the start settings to the weld settings is called UPS­LOPE.
4. WELD: After upslope, the power source output and the wire feed speed continue at the weld settings.
5. CRATER: As soon as the trigger is released, the wire feed speed and power source output ramp to the crater settings throughout the crater time. The time period of ramping from the weld settings to the crater settings is called DOWNSLOPE.
6. BURNBACK: After the crater time expires, the wire feed speed is turned OFF and the machine output continues for the burnback time.
7. POSTFLOW: Next, the machine output is turned OFF and shielding gas continues until the post flow timer expires.
B-15 B-15
SShihieellddiingng GaGass
IdleIdle PreflowPreflow
StrikeStrike
UpslopeUpslope
WWeldeld
BurnbackBurnback PostflowPostflow
IdleIdle
WFSWFS
OOnn
OOffff
SSttrriikkee
OOffff
WWeleldd
OOffff
WWeleldd
ArcArc EstablishedEstablished
TTriggerrigger
PulledPulled
TTriggerrigger
ReleasedReleased
1.5 sec1.5 sec Max.Max.
BurnbackBurnback
TTimeime
SSttaarrtt
DownslopeDownslope
CCrrataterer
PPoweowerr SSouourrccee
OutOutpputut
CCrrataterer
StartStart
TTriggerrigger PulledPulled
CraterCrater
TTriggerrigger ReleasedReleased
SSttarartt
22
11
33 44
55
66 77
88
99
OPERATION
4 STEP TRIGGER OPERATION
(See Figure B.5) The 4 step trigger sequence gives the most flexibility when the Start, Crater and Burnback functions are active. This is a popular choice when welding alu­minum because extra heat may be needed during Start and less heat desired during Crater. With 4 step trig­ger, the welder chooses the amount of time to weld at the Start, Weld and Crater settings by using the gun trigger. Burnback reduces the likelihood of wire to sticking in the weld pool at the end of a weld and also prepares the end of the wire for the next arc start.
SEQUENCE OF OPERATION
Following is the total weld sequence that the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder will execute. If any para­meter is inactive or its time is set to zero, the weld pro­cedure immediately shifts to the next parameter in the sequence.
1. PREFLOW ly when the gun trigger is pulled.
2. STRIKE: After preflow time expires, the power source regulates to the start output and wire is advanced towards the work piece at the Strike WFS. If an arc is not established within 1.5 seconds, the power source output and wire feed speed skips to the weld settings.
: Shielding gas begins to flow immediate-
FIGURE B.5
3. START: The power source welds at the “Start” WFS and voltage until the trigger is released.
4. UPSLOPE: Once the trigger is released, both the machine output and the wire feed speed ramp up or down to the weld settings throughout the start time. The time period of ramping from the Start settings to the Weld settings is called UPSLOPE.
5. WELD: After Upslope, the power source output and the wire feed speed continue at the Weld settings.
6. DOWNSLOPE: Then as soon as the trigger is pulled, the wire feed speed and power source output ramp to the crater settings during the crater time. The time period of ramping from the weld settings to the crater settings is called DOWNSLOPE.
7. CRATER: Alter the Downslope time expires, the machine welds at the Crater WFS and voltage set­tings until ether the trigger is released or the Crater time expires.
8. BURNBACK: After the crater time expires, the wire feed speed is turned OFF and the machine output continues for the burnback time.
9. POSTFLOW: Next, the machine output is turned OFF and shielding gas continues to flow until the post flow timer expires.
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
B-16 B-16
OPERATION
PROCESS SETUP AND OPERATION
The Power Feed/Power Wave system delivers world class arc performance for a wide variety of processes. Using the foundation of Waveform Control Technology™, each weld mode is precisely tuned to meet exacting standards for low spatter, weld bead profile and arc shape.
Customized welding software means even the most difficult materials can by welded with the Power Feed/Power Wave system. Copper, Nickel, Silicon Bronze are just a few of the unusual alloys the Power Feed system welds with ease when special software is loaded.
FIGURE B.6
Figure B.6 below shows a list of weld modes common on many Power Wave power sources. This table is found on the inside front panel door of the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder. The specific list of available weld modes depends upon the power source connect­ed to the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder wire
feeder.
CC - Stick Mode CC - TIG CC - Gouge CV - Non Synergic CV - Synergic CV - Pulse CV - Pulse on Pulse CV - STT
Non- Synergic Modes
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
Synergic Modes
B-17 B-17
Trim .50
Arc Length Short
Trim 1.00
Arc Length Medium
Trim 1.50
Arc Length Long
Arc Control OFF
Medium Frequency and Width
Arc Contro l +10.0
High Frequency , Foc used
Arc Control -10.0
Low Frequency, Wide
OPERATION
STEEL AND STAINLESS SYNERGIC GMAW-P (PULSED MIG) WELDING
Synergic GMAW-P (Pulsed MIG) welding is ideal for low spatter, out of position and reduced heat input applica­tions. During pulse welding, the welding current continuously switches from a low level to a high level and then back again. Each pulse sends a small droplet of molten metal from the wire to the weld puddle.
Pulse welding controls the arc length with 'Trim' instead of voltage. When trim (arc length) is adjusted, the Power Wave automatically recalculates the voltage, current and time of each part of the pulse waveform for the best result. Trim adjusts the arc length and ranges from 0.50 to 1.50, with a nominal value of 1.00 for a 3/4" (19mm) electrode stick-out. Trim values greater than 1.00 increase the arc length, while values less than 1.00 decrease the arc length.
FIGURE B.7a
ARC CONTROL
For steel and stainless pulse modes, Arc Control regulates the focus or shape of the arc. Arc Control values greater than 0.0 increase the pulse frequency while decreasing the background current, resulting in a tight, stiff arc best for high speed sheet metal welding. Arc Control values less than 0.0 decrease the pulse frequency while increas­ing the background current, for a soft arc good for out-of-position welding.
FIGURE B.7b
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
B-18 B-18
OPERATION
ALUMINUM SYNERGIC GMAW-P (PULSED MIG)AND GMAW-PP (PULSE ON PULSE) WELDING
The Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder and Power Wave welding power source combine to readily pro­duce top quality aluminum welds with excellent appearance, little spatter and good bead shape. Push­pull guns are available for consistent feeding when welding a long distance away from the wire feeder.
Pulse-on-Pulse Welding
The Power Wave system offers both traditional pulse and Pulse-on-Pulse™. Pulse-on-Pulse (GMAW an exclusive waveform for aluminum welding. Use it to make welds with a "stacked dime" appearance, similar to GTAW welds.
FIGURE B.7c
-PP) is
FIGURE B.7e
Frequency Modulation = 10
Narrow weld and ripple spacing, fast travel speed.
The pulsing frequency is adjustable. Changing the fre­quency modulation (or arc control) of the waveform changes the ripple spacing. Faster travel speeds may be achieved by using higher values of frequency mod­ulation.
FIGURE B.7d
Frequency Modulation = -10
Wide weld and ripple spacing, slow travel speed.
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
B-19 B-19
194
0
WFS AMPS
VOLTS TRIM
LESS AMPS
MORE AMPS
OUTPUT OFF
OUTPUT ON
OPERATION
MACHINE FUNCTIONALITY BY WELD PROCESS
CC-STICK
Use the following tables to review how the machine functions (output controls, arc control, Start options and weld options) for the weld modes listed in the top table.
CC STICK MODES
Material
PROCESS
MODE
ARC CONTROL
ARC FORCE (Soft)-10.0 to (Crisp)+10.0
Steel Steel
Stick Soft(7018) Stick Crisp(6010)
OUTPUT CONTROL KNOBS
DESCRIPTION Arc Force adjusts the short cir­cuit current for a soft arc, or for a forceful, driving arc. It helps to prevent sticking and shorting organic coated electrodes, par­ticularity globular transfer types such as stainless and low hydrogen. Arc Force is espe­cially effective for root pass on pipe with stainless electrode and helps to minimize spatter for certain electrodes and pro­cedure as with low hydrogen, etc.
1 2
START OPTIONS
START TIME: 0 to 10 seconds
If no remote control is installed,
FUNCTION
this control sets the time for the weld output to ramp up or down from a preset Start current to the preset Weld current. Use the WFS/AMP knob to adjust Start current while the Start Options LED is displayed.
END OPTIONS
No arc ending options are active for SMAW (Stick) welding modes.
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B-20 B-20
300
25.3
WFS AMPS
V
OLTS TRIM
LESS W
FS
MORE W
FS
LESS VOLTS
MORE VOLTS
200
2.0
WFS AMPS
V
OLTS TRIM
L
ESS
W
FS
M
ORE
W
FS
S
HORTER
ARC
L
ONGER
A
RC
OPERATION
MACHINE FUNCTIONALITY BY WELD PROCESS
CV GMAW/FCAW (NON-SYNERGIC)
Use the following tables to review how the machine functions (output controls, arc control, Start options and weld options) for the weld modes listed in the top table.
CV NON-SYNERGIC MODES
Material
PROCESS
WELD MODE
Steel Steel
GMAW, POWER MODE
Steel
OUTPUT CONTROL KNOBS, WELD MODE 5 & 6
ARC CONTROL
EFFECT / RANGE (Soft)-10.0 to (Crisp)+10.0
Arc Force adjusts the short cir­cuit current for a soft arc, or for
DESCRIPTION
a forceful, digging arc.
GMAW, CV
FCAW, CV
OUTPUT CONTROL KNOBS, WELD MODE 40
END OPTIONS
EFFECT / RANGE Postflow Time
0 to 10 seconds
5
40
6
DESCRIPTION
Adjusts the time that shielding gas flows after the welding out­put turns off.
START OPTIONS
The start Options available in these Non-Synergic CV weld modes, their adjustment range and function are as follows:
EFFECT / RANGE
DESCRIPTION
Crater Procedure (0 TO 10.0 SECONDS)
Crater Procedure controls the WFS and Volts for a specified time at the end of the weld after the trigger is released. During the Crater time, the machine will ramp up or down from the Weld Procedure to the Crater
Preflow Time 0 - 10 seconds
Run-In WFS: Off, 50 to150 in/min.
Start Procedure 0 - 10 seconds
Adjusts the time the gas flows after the trigger is pulled and prior to feeding. Run-In sets the wire feed speed from the time the trigger is pulled until an arc is estab­lished. The Start Procedure controls the WFS and Volts for a speci­fied time at the beginning of the weld. During the start time, the machine will ramp up or down from the Start Procedure to the
Burnback: 0 to .25 Seconds
Spot Timer: 0 to 10 Seconds
Procedure. The burnback time is the amount of time that the weld output continues after the wire stops feeding. It prevents the wire from sticking in the puddle and prepares the end of the wire for the next arc start.
Adjusts the time welding will continue even if tigger is still pulled. This option has no ef fect in 4-Step Trigger Mode.
preset Welding Procedure.
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B-21 B-21
200
26.3
WFS AMPS
VOLTS TRIM
LESS WFS
MORE WFS
LESS V
OLTS
MORE V
OLTS
OPERATION
MACHINE FUNCTIONALITY BY WELD PROCESS
GMAW (SYNERGIC)
Use the following tables to review how the machine functions (output controls, arc control, Start options and weld options) for the weld modes listed in the top table.
SYNERGIC CV MODES
MATERIAL
Steel Steel
Stainless
Stainless Aluminum 4043 Aluminum 5356
Metal Core
PROCESS
GMAW GMAW
W
GMA
GMAW
TIG TIG
GMAW
OUTPUT CONTROL KNOBS
GAS
CO
2
Ar(Mix) Ar(Mix)
Ar/He/CO
Ar Ar
Ar/CO
2
WIRE SIZE
0.030 0.035 0.045 0.052
--- 10 20 24
94 11 21 25 61 31 41 ---
2
63 33 43 ---
--- 148 71 ---
--- 151 75 ---
--- --- --- ---
ARC CONTROL
EFFECT / RANGE PINCH EFFECT (-10.0 to +10.0)
Adjust the short circuit current to create a soft arc, or a force-
DESCRIPTION
ful, digging arc.
START OPTIONS
The start Options available in these synergic CV weld modes, their adjustment range and function are as follows:
EFFECT / RANGE Preflow Time
0 - 10 seconds
Adjusts the time the gas flows after the trigger is pulled and
DESCRIPTION
prior to feeding. Run-in WFS: Off, 50 to150 in/min.
Run-In sets the wire feed
speed from the time the trigger
is pulled until an arc is estab-
lished. Start Procedure
The Start Procedure controls
the WFS. Trim at a specified
time at the beginning of the
weld. During the start time, the
machine will ramp up or down
from the Start Procedure to the
preset Welding Procedure.
END OPTIONS
EFFECT / RANGE Postflow Time
0 to 10 seconds Burnback:
0 to .25 Seconds
Crater Procedure
DESCRIPTION
Adjusts the time that shielding gas flows after the welding out­put turns off. The burnback time is the amount of time that the weld output continues after the wire stops feeding. It prevents the wire from sticking in the puddle and prepares the end of the wire for the next arc start. Crater Procedure controls the WFS and volts for a specified time at the end of the weld after the trigger is released. During the Crater time, the machine will ramp up or down from the Weld Procedure to the Crater Procedure.
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
B-22 B-22
WFS AMPS
V
OLTS TRIM
LESS WFS
MORE WFS
L
ESS
T
RIM
M
ORE
T
RIM
OPERATION
MACHINE FUNCTIONALITY BY WELD PROCESS PULSE AND PULSE-ON-PULSE (SYNERGIC)
Use the following tables to review how the machine functions (output controls, arc control, Start options and weld options) for the weld modes listed in the top table.
PULSE AND PULSE-0N-PULSE MODES
MATERIAL
ALUMINUM 4043 ALUMINUM 4043 ALUMINUM 5356 ALUMINUM 5356
PROCESS
Pulse
Pulse-on-Pulse
Pulse
Pulse-on-Pulse
OUTPUT CONTROL KNOBS
GAS
Ar Ar Ar Ar
WIRE SIZE
0.035 3/64 1/16
149 72 74
98 99 100 152 76 78 101 102 103
ARC CONTROL
PULSE
DESCRIPTION FREQUENCY: (Low)-10.0 to (High)+10.0
For Pulse modes, Arc Control changes the pulsing frequency.
END OPTIONS
EFFECT / RANGE
FUNCTION
When the frequency changes, the Power Wave system auto­matically adjusts the back­ground current to maintain a similar heat input into the weld. Low frequencies give more con­trol over the puddle and high fre­quencies minimize spatter.
Postflow Time: 0 to 10 seconds
Burnback: 0 to .25 Seconds
Adjusts the time that shielding gas flows after the welding out­put turns off. The burnback time is the amount of time that the weld output continues after the wire stops feeding. It prevents the wire from sticking in the puddle
START OPTIONS
PREFLOW TIME 0 - 10 seconds
RUN-IN WFS: Off, 50 to150 in/min.
DESCRIPTION
Crater Procedure
Adjusts the time the gas flows after the trigger is pulled and prior to feeding wire.
Run-in sets the wire feed speed from the time the trigger is pulled until an arc is estab-
and prepares the end of the wire for the next arc start. Crater Procedure controls the WFS and volts for a specified time at the end of the weld after the trigger is released. During the Crater time, the machine will ramp up or down from the Weld Procedure to the Crater Procedure.
lished.
Start Procedure
The Start Procedure controls the WFS. Trim at a specified time at the beginning of the weld. During the start time, the
Spot Timer: 0 to 10 Seconds
Adjusts the time welding will continue even if tigger is still pulled. This option has no ef fect in 4-Step Trigger Mode.
machine will ramp up or down from the Start Procedure to the
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preset Welding Procedure.
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
B-23 B-23
200
----
WFS AMPS
V
OLTS TRIM
LESS D
EPOSITION
MORE D
EPOSITION
OPERATION
MACHINE FUNCTIONALITY BY WELD PROCESS
STT AND STT II (SYNERGIC)
Use the following tables to review how the machine functions (output controls, arc control, Start options and weld options) for the weld modes listed in the top table.
STT AND STT II MODES
MATERIAL
STEEL
STAINLESS
PROCESS
STT
GAS
Ar/CO
CO
WIRE SIZE
0.035 0.045 0.052
2
2
109 125 125
STEEL
AINLESS
ST
STT II
Ar/CO
CO
2
2
110 126 126
OUTPUT CONTROL KNOBS (There is no Voltage control when STT welding.)
START OPTIONS
PREFLOW TIME 0 - 10 seconds
RUN-IN WFS: Off, 50 to150 in/min.
EFFECT / RANGE PEAK CURRENT
Peak Current acts similar to an
DESCRIPTION
Start Procedure
arc pinch control. Peak Current sets the arc length and pro­motes good fusion. Higher peak current levels will cause the arc to broaden momentarily while increasing arc length. If set too high, globular transfer may occur. Setting it too low may cause instability and wire stubbing. Best practice is to adjust for minimum spatter and
END OPTIONS
PARAMETER RANGE Postflow Time: 0 to 10 seconds
puddle agitation.
BACKGROUND CURRENT
Background Current controls the overall heat input in the
Crater Procedure
weld. High background cur­rents flatten the weld bead, and low background currents create a taller rounded contour.
FUNCTION
Adjusts the time the gas flows after the trigger is pulled and prior to feeding wire.
Run-in sets the wire feed speed from the time the trigger is pulled until an arc is estab­lished. The Start Procedure controls the WFS. Trim at a specified time at the beginning of the weld. During the start time, the machine will ramp up or down from the Start Procedure to the preset Welding Procedure.
FUNCTION
Adjusts the time that shielding gas flows after the welding output turns off. Crater Procedure controls the WFS and volts for a specified time at the end of the weld after the trig­ger is released. During the Crater time, the machine will ramp up or down from the Weld Procedure to the Crater Procedure.
TAIL OUT (STT ll MODES ONLY)
Tail out provides additional power without the molten droplet becoming too large.
Burnback:
0 to .25 Seconds
Increase as necessary to add heat input without increasing arc length. Often this results in faster travel speeds. Note that as tail out increases, the peak
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current and/or background cur­rent may need to be reduced.
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Spot Timer: 0 to 10 Seconds
The burnback time is the amount of time that the weld output continues after the wire stops feeding. It pre­vents the wire from sticking in the puddle and prepares the end of the wire for the next arc start. Adjusts the time welding will con­tinue even if tigger is still pulled. This option has no effect in 4-Step Trigger Mode.
B-24 B-24
120
OFF
WFS AMPS
VOLTS TRIM
Maximum Amperage
Output Control
OPERATION
MACHINE FUNCTIONALITY BY WELD PROCESS
GTAW (Touch Start TIG) Welding
Use the following tables to review how the machine functions (output controls, arc control, Start options and weld options) for the weld modes listed in the top table.
TOUCH START TIG
Material
PROCESS
MODE
All Metals
ARC CONTROL
Touch Start TIG
3
OUTPUT CONTROL KNOBS
No Arc Controls are active for Touch Start TIG.
START OPTIONS
START PROCEDURE: The Start Procedure controls the Amperage at a
fixed level for the set amount of time.
END OPTIONS
No Arc ending options are active for Touch Start TIG.
GTAW (TIG) WELDING
The Power Feed / PowerWave system is excellent for Touch Start TIG welding. The system supports both TIG torches with or without gas control valves. TIG torches with gas control valves con-
nect directly to the gas flow regulator. For TIG torches without gas control valves, connect the output gas hose on the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder.
Touch Start TIG Weld Sequence
TIG torches without built-in Gas Valves
No Foot/Hand Amptrol
1. Adjust the arc amperage with the left knob on the display panel.
2. Turn the right knob on the display panel until the Output Control is ON. Gas will start to flow.
3. Touch the tungsten to the work piece.
4. Lift the tungsten to create an arc and weld.
5. Stop welding by turning the Output Control to OFF, or by pulling away the tungsten from the work.
6. Gas flow will continue for a short time and then shut-off.
1. Adjust the maximum arc amperage with the left knob on the display panel.
2. Touch the tungsten to the work piece.
3. Press the foot pedal or slide the hand amp­trol a slight amount. Gas will start to flow.
4. Lift the tungsten to create an arc.
5. Regulate the arc current with the foot pedal or hand amptrol.
6. Stop welding by releasing the foot pedal or hand amptrol, or by pulling the tungsten away from the work.
7. Gas will continue for a short time and then shut-off.
With Foot/Hand Amptrol
1. Adjust the maximum arc amperage with the left knob on the display panel.
2. Touch the tungsten to the work piece.
3. Press the foot pedal or slide the hand amp­trol a slight amount.
4. Open the gas valve on the TIG torch.
5. Lift the tungsten to create an arc.
6. Regulate the arc current with the foot pedal or hand amptrol.
7. Stop welding by releasing the foot pedal or hand amptrol, or by pulling the tungsten
TIG torches with built-in Gas Valves
1. Adjust the arc amperage with the left knob on the display panel.
2. Turn the right knob on the display panel until the Output Control is ON.
3. Open the gas valve on the TIG torch.
4. Touch the tungsten to the work piece.
5. Lift the tungsten to create an arc and weld.
6. Stop welding by turning the Output Control to OFF, or by pulling away the tungsten from the work.
7. Close the gas valve on the TIG torch.
away from the work.
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8. Close the gas valve on the TIG torch.
B-25 B-25
HOLD 2 SECONDS TO SAVE
PROCEDURE
MEMORY
A
GUN B
1
4
2
5
3
6
M
M
HOLD 2 SECONDS TO SAVE
P
ROCEDURE
M
EMORY
A
G
UN B
1
4
2
5
3
6
M
M
HOLD 2 SECONDS TO SAVE
PROCEDURE
MEMORY
A
GUN B
1
4
2
5
3
6
M
M
OPERATION
USER MEMORIES
Recall a memory with memory buttons
To recall a user a memory, press one of the six user memory buttons. The memory is recalled when the but­ton is released. Do not hold the button for more than two seconds when recalling a user memory.
Recall a memory with the gun trigger
If desired, memories 2 through 6 can be recalled with the gun trigger. For example, to recall memory 3, quickly pull and release the gun trigger 3 times without welding.
Note: the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder is fac­tory set with this feature disabled. Use the SETUP menu and change P gun trigger.
Save a memory with memory buttons
To save a memory, press and hold the desired memo­ry button for two seconds. When the button is initially pressed, the corresponding LED will illuminate. After two seconds, the LED will turn of ton for more than 5 seconds when saving a user mem­ory.
.4 to enable memory recall with the
f. Do not hold the but-
6. OPTIONAL DUAL PROCEDURE/MEMO­RY PANEL OPERATION
The Dual Procedure/Memory Panel performs three functions:
• Weld procedure selection
• Memory save and recall
• Limits setting There are two procedure memories (A and B) and six
user memories (1-6).
Procedure Memory vs. User Memory
Procedure memory is used while welding. Changes to the weld procedure (WFS, voltage, arc control, etc.) immediately change the contents inside the selected procedure memory. Procedure memory saving is done automatically
User memories work by copying the weld procedure from one of the six memories into either the Aor B pro­cedure. Weld procedures are saved into the memories only when the operator chooses.
PROCEDURE
MEMORY
.
USER
MEMORIES
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Note that 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.
SAVE
PRESS 2
SECONDS
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RECALL PRESS 1 SECOND
Using Procedure Memories
Procedure memories can be selected by choosing either "A" or "B" procedure directly with the memory panel, or by selecting "GUN" and using a dual proce­dure gun to select between procedure "A" and "B". When selecting procedures with the gun switch, "A" or "B" will flash to show which procedure is active.
PRESS TO
SELECT
PROCEDURE
B-26 B-26
START OPTIONS E
ND OPTIONS
SET
SETUP
IR PORT
WELD WFS
LO= 180
HI= 220
200
WELD MODE ARC CONTROL
START OPTIONS END OPTIONS
SET
SETUP
IR PORT
WELD WFS
LO= 180
HI= 220
200
WELD MODE ARC CONTROL
SET
SETUP
IR PORT
Yes No
Enable Limits?
WAVEFORM CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
WELD MODE ARC CONTROL
START OPTIONS END OPTIONS
OPERATION
LIMIT SETTING
Each user memory can be optionally configured to limit the user’s range of control over some user interface set­tings. By default, user limits are not enabled. To set lim­its for a selected memory, first select a weld mode and perform a memory save. Next, press and hold the mem­ory button for five seconds. Release the memory button when the memory LED begins to blink rapidly and the Mode Select Panel displays indicate "Set Limits".
If the pass code has been set to a value other than zero, the user will be prompted to enter it. If the pass code is zero, the Mode Select Panel will immediately display the Limit Setup menu and the SETUP LED will illuminate:
One of these four items will blink to indicate which item will change when the Mode Select Panel Knob is rotated. Initially, the selected item will be the attribute. To select the high limit, press either Mode Select Panel button and the high limit value will begin to blink. Pressing either Mode Select Panel button again will cause the memory value to blink, pressing a third time will cause the low limit to blink.
Weld modes cannot be selected from the Limits Setup menu; the mode must be selected and saved to memory prior to entering the Limits Setup menu.
The memory value, high and low limit values are bound by the limits of the machine. For example, weld mode 49 may allow the wire feed speed to be adjusted between 10 and 200 in/min. These are referred to as "machine limits". Machine limits can vary between power sources and are also weld mode dependent.
The memory value must always be less than or equal to the high limit and greater than or equal to the low limit. The high limit must always be greater than or equal to the low limit and the low limit must always be less than or equal to the high limit. The rules are enforced automati­cally. If the low limit is increased above the memory value, the memory value will automatically increase.
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The above example shows a wire mode, constant current weld modes would show "Weld Amps" rather than "Weld WFS".
There are four items displayed on each Limit Setup screen. The long alphanumeric display shows the select­ed attribute (e.g. Weld WFS,Volts, etc.). The short alphanumeric displays show the selected attribute’s high and low user limits. The 7-segment displays show the value that is copied to procedure memory when a memo­ry recall is performed.
Memory Value
Attribute
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High Limit
Low Limit
To lock an attribute to a specific value, set the high and low limits to the desired value. The user will not be able to change it.
After setting limits, press the memory button that is flash­ing. The Mode Select Panel displays will prompt the user to save or discard the limit changes just made.
By pressing the Mode Select Panel button labeled YES, changes to limits are saved and user limits are automati­cally enabled. By pressing NO, any changes made to lim­its are discarded and the limit enable/disable state is not changed.
To enable or disable limits that have been established for any memory, press and hold the respective memory but­ton in for more than 10 seconds until the Mode Select Panel displays "Enable Limits?" Pressing "Yes" will use the established limits, while pressing "No" will ignore the established limits. The limits that have been set for any memory location will not be erased if they are disabled.
Section C-1 Section C-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- ACCESSORIES SECTION -
Accessories ............................................................................................................Section C
General Options / Accessories .............................................................................C-2/C-4
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C-2 C-2
ACCESSORIES
OPTIONAL:
Includes: Push-Pull Gun
Receiver Bushing, Fittings,
K2339-1
K2429-1
Push-Pull Connection Kit
ArcLink “T” Cable Connector
Modified Gas-Bypass Valve,
Valve Removal Tool and
Control Cable
Extension Assembly .
Includes: 1 “T”
connector for connecting
2 Wire Feeders to 1
Power Source.
K2360-1
K1543-xx
K1796-xx
K1842-xx
K1500-1
Dual Procedure/Memory Panel
ArcLink Cables
Co-Axial Power Cable
Weld Power Cable
Gun Receiver Bushing (for guns
with K466-1 Lincoln gun connec-
tors; Innershield and Subarc guns)
Includes: 1 memory panel
Includes: 1 ArcLink cable of
length "xx"
Includes: 1 Coaxial weld cable
of length "xx". Ends of the
weld cable have lug
connections.
Includes: Lug to Lug, 3/0
Cable of length "xx".
Includes: Gun receiver bush-
ing, set screw and hex key
wrench.
K1500-2
K1500-3
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Gun Receiver Bushing (for guns
with K466-2, K466-10 Lincoln gun
connectors; Magnum 200/300/400
guns and compatible with
Tweco® #4)
Gun Receiver Bushing (for guns
with K1637-7 Lincoln gun connec-
tors; Magnum 550 guns and com-
patible with Tweco® #5)
Includes: Gun receiver bush-
screw and hex key wrench.
Includes: Gun receiver bush-
screw and hex key wrench.
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ing with hose nipple, set
ing with hose nipple, set
C-3 C-3
ACCESSORIES
K1500-4
K1500-5
K489-7
K466-2
Gun Receiver Bushing (for gun
with K466-3 Lincoln gun connec-
tors; compatible with Miller®
guns.)
Gun Receiver Bushing (compatible
with Oxo® guns.)
Gun Receiver Bushing (for Lincoln
Fast-Mate guns.)
Magnum 200/300/400 to K1500-2
Adapter
Includes: Gun receiver bush-
ing with hose nipple, set
screw and hex key wrench.
Includes: Gun receiver bush-
ing with hose nipple, 4 guide
tubes, set screw and hex key
wrench.
Includes: Gun receiver bush-
ing with trigger connector.
Includes: Gun adapter, cotter
pin, hex key wrench, wrench.
K613-7
K1546-1
K1546-2
K1733-1
K870-1 K936-1
K936-2
Magnum 550 to K1500-3 Adapter
Incoming Bushing, Lincoln Conduit
.025- 1/16"
Incoming Bushing, Lincoln Conduit
1/16-1/8"
Wire Straightener
Foot Amptrol
Hand Amptrol LA-9/-17/LW20
Hand Amptrol LA-26/LW-18
Includes: Trigger adapter, gun
adapter and hex key wrench.
Includes: Incoming bushing
and hex key wrench.
Includes: Incoming bushing
and hex key wrench.
Includes: Wire Straightener.
Includes: F oot Amptrol
Includes:Hand Amptrol
LA-9/-17/LW20
Includes:Hand Amptrol
LA-26/LW-18
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C-4 C-4
ACCESSORIES
K162-1
K435
K468
K363P
Spindle Adapter, for Readi-Reels
and 2" ID spools up to 60 lb.
Spindle Adapter, for mounting 14
lb. Innershield Coils on 2" spin-
dles.
Spindle Adapter, for mounting 8"
dia. spools on 2" spindles.
Readi-Reel Adapter, for mounting
23-30 lb. reels to 2" spindles.
Includes: Spindle Assemble
with locking clip.
Includes: Spindle Adapter
made from 2 coil retainers.
(Electrode not included.)
Includes: Spindle Adapter.
Includes: Readi-Reel spool
adapter. (Spool of electrode
not included.)
K438
K1504-1
K1634-1
K1634-2
K590-6
Readi-Reel Adapter, for mounting
50-60 lb. reels to 2" spindles.
Coil Adapter, for mounting 50-60
lb. coils to 2" spindles.
Plastic Wire Cover for 30-44 lb.
Wire packages.
Plastic Wire Cover for up to 60 lb.
Wire packages.
Water Connection Kit
Includes: Readi-Reel spool
adapter. (Spool of electrode
not included.)
Includes: 50-60 lb. coil
adapter.
Includes: Cover, backing
plate, wire conduit, incoming
bushing for .025 - 1/16" wire,
incoming bushing for 1/16" -
1/8" wire, thumb screw,
mounting hardware
and hex key.
Includes: 2 hoses, 4 quick
disconnect fittings, hose
clamps and mounting hard-
ware.
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Section D-1 Section D-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- MAINTENANCE SECTION -
Maintenance ...........................................................................................................Section D
Routine Maintenance.....................................................................................................D-2
Periodic Maintenance....................................................................................................D-2
Calibration Specification
...............................................................................................D-2
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MAINTENANCE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts such as output terminals or internal wiring.
When inching with gun trigger, electrode and drive mechanism are “hot” to work and ground and could remain energized several seconds after the gun trigger is released.
• Turn OFF input power at welding power source before installation or changing drive roll and/or guide tubes.
• Welding power source must be connect­ed to system ground per the National Electrical Code or any applicable local codes.
Only qualified personnel should perform maintenance work.
Observe all additional Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual.
CALIBRATION SPECIFICATION
All calibration is factory set on the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder.
To verify the wire feed speed:
• Assemble a .045 (1.2mm) drive roll kit into the Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder.
• Load a spool of .045 (1.2mm) electrode and thread the electrode through the wire drive.
• Adjust the wire feed speed to 300 in/min (7.62m/min).
• Press the COLD FEED switch and measure the actual wire feed speed with a calibrated wire feed speed tachometer.
• The measured wire feed speed should be within ±2% of the set value.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
• Check weld cables, control cables and gas hoses for cuts.
• Clean and tighten all weld terminals.
• Inspect and clean drive rolls and inner wire guide and replace if worn.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
• Blow out or vacuum the inside of the feeder.
• Every six months check the motor brushes. Replace them if they are less than 1/4" long.
• Every year inspect the gearbox and coat the gear teeth with a moly-disulfide filled grease. DO NOT
use graphite grease.
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11
22
33
55
66
44
MAINTENANCE
1. CONTROL BOX ASSEMBL Y
2. WIRE DRIVE ASSEMBLY
3. MOTOR ASSEMBLY
4. GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY
5. SPINDLE ASSEMBLY
6. REEL STAND ASSEMBLY
FIGURE D.1 - MAJOR COMPONENT LOCATION
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NOTES
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Section AA-1 Section AA-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- INSTALLATION SECTION -
Installation ............................................................................................................Section AA
Technical Specifications .........................................................................................AA-2
Safety Precautions
Electrode Routing..............................................................................................AA-3
Control Cable..........................................................................................................AA-3
Control Cable Connections...............................................................................AA-3
Control Cable Specifications, Available Cable Assemblies ..............................AA-3
Output Cable, Connections and Limitations.....................................................AA-4
Negative Electrode Polarity...............................................................................AA-4
Electrode Sense Polarity, To Set the Electrode Sense Polarity Switch ...AA-4/AA-5
Voltage Sensing .......................................................................................AA-5/AA-6
Wire Drive Gear Ratio (High or Low Speed)...........................................................AA-6
Selecting the Proper Gear Ratio .......................................................................AA-6
Changing the Wire Drive Ratio..........................................................................AA-7
Gear Ratio Change Procedure..........................................................................AA-7
Gear Ratio Recognition .....................................................................................AA-7
Wire Feed Drive Roll Kits........................................................................................AA-8
Procedure to Install Drive Rolls and Wire Guides ..................................................AA-8
Gun and Cable Assemblies with Standard Connection .........................................AA-8
Gun and Cable Assembles with Fast-Mate Connection...............................AA-8/AA-9
General Gun Connection Guidelines ......................................................................AA-9
GMAW Sheilding Gas .............................................................................................AA-9
Wire Spindle Placement........................................................................................AA-10
Water Connections (For Water Cooled Guns) ......................................................AA-10
Wire Feed Shut Down Circuit (Optional)...............................................................AA-10
Examples of Connecting an Arclink Power Wave System........................AA-10/AA-11
..................................................................................................AA-3
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AA-2 AA-2
INSTALLATION
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder
WIRE DRIVE OR WIRE DRIVE SECTION OF FEEDER
SPEC.# TYPE LOW SPEED RATIO HIGH SPEED RATIO
Speed Solid Cored Speed Solid Cored
Wire Size Wire Size
K2234-1 Bench Model 50-800 IPM .025 - 3/32 in. .035 - .125 in 75 - 1200 IPM .025 - 1/16 in. .035 - 5/64 in. K2316-1
Boom
Model (1.27-20.3 m/m) (0.6 - 2.4 mm) (0.9 - 3.2 mm) (2.0 - 30 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
K2234-1
Bench
Model Feeder
K2316-1
Boom Box only ( 330 mm) (215 mm) (105 mm) (4.5 Kg.) (-10°C to 40°C) (-40°C to 40°C) Model Feeder
K2316-1
Boom only ( 228 mm) (483 mm) (394 mm) (18.1Kg.) Model Feeder
Wire Drive & 19.9“ 19.9“ 30.6“ 90 Lbs
Reel Stand ( 506 mm) (506 mm) (777 mm) (40.8 Kg.)
Height Width Depth Weight
Control 40VDC 13.0“ 8.5“ 4.0“ 10.1Lbs 14°F to 140°F -40°F to 185°F
Height Width Depth Weight
Wire Drive 9.0“ 19.0“ 15.5“ 40 Lbs
Dimensions
Dimensions
Dimensions
WELDING CAPACITY RATING
Amp Rating Duty Cycle
600 A 60% 500 A 100%
Dimensions do not include wire reel.
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AA-3 AA-3
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.
• Always connect the Power Wave grounding lug (located inside the reconnect input access door) to a proper safety (Earth) ground.
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ELECTRODE 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.
Typical Bench Feeder Connection:
Control cable is connected from the Power Wave 455 output receptacle to the input receptacle on the back of the Wire Drive.
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 455 / Power Feed system. The use of non-standard cables, especially in lengths greater than 25 feet(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.
AVAILABLE CABLE ASSEMBLIES
K1543 Control cable only. Available in lengths of
8'(2.4m), 16'(4.9m), 25'(7.6m), 50'(15.2m) and 100'(30.5m).
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.
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.
NOTE: The maximum cable length between Power Source and Wire Feeder is 100'(30.5m).
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AA-4 AA-4
INSTALLATION
OUTPUT CABLES, CONNECTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
Connect a work lead of sufficient size and length (Per Table AA.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.
Minimum work and electrode cables sizes are as follows:
T ABLE AA.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 applications up to 300 amps.
MINIMUM COPPER
WORK CABLE SIZE AWG
Up To-100 Ft. Length (30 m)
CAUTION
When using an inverter type power source like the PowerWaves, 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.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------­Output connections on some Power W via 1/2-13 threaded output studs located beneath the spring loaded output cover at the bottom of the case front.
Most welding applications run with the electrode being positive (+). For those applications, connect the elec­trode cable between the wire feeder and the positive (+) output stud on the power source (located beneath the spring loaded output cover near the bottom of the case front). Connect the other end of the electrode cable to the wire drive feed plate. The electrode cable lug must be against the feed plate. Be sure the con­nection to the feed plate makes tight metal-to-metal electrical contact. according to the specifications given in the work cable connections section. 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.
The electrode cable should be sized
aves are made
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.
CAUTION
Excessive voltage drops caused by poor work piece connections often result in unsatisfactory welding performance.
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NEGATIVE ELECTRODE POLARITY
When negative electrode polarity is required, such as in some Innershield applications, reverse the output connections at the power source (electrode cable to the negative (-) stud, and work cable to the positive (+) stud).
ELECTRODE SENSE 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 Wire Feeder must be set to recognize this option.
o Set the Electrode Sense Polarity Switch
T
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.
CAUTION
When changing the electrode polarity, the weld cables must be changed at the power source studs and the DIP switch inside the Power Feed 10M Dual must be properly set. Operation with the DIP switch in the wrong position will cause erratic arc performance.
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INSTALLATION
The Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder is factory set for Electrode Positive welding.
Most welding procedures use Electrode Positive weld­ing. Some Innershield procedures may use Electrode Negative welding. For most applications, the Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder will have both sides of the Wire Drive set to the same polarity . To weld with oppo­site polarities, each head would have to be welding on isolated work pieces and the weld cable attaching the two feed heads would have to be removed.
To change the DIP switch inside the Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder for electrode polarity:
1. Turn off power at the welding power source.
2. Remove the rear access panel on the wire drive.
3. Locate DIP switches on BOTH Wire Drive Boards.
4. Set DIP switch #7 on BOTH Wire Drive Boards to the desired polarity.
VOLTAGE SENSING
The best arc performance occurs when the PowerWaves have accurate data about the arc condi­tions. Depending upon the process, inductance within the electrode and work lead cables can influence the voltage apparent at the studs of the welder. Voltage sense leads improve the accuracy of the arc conditions and can have a dramatic effect on performance. Sense Lead Kits (K940-xx) are available for this pur­pose.
CAUTION
If the voltage sensing is enabled but the sense leads are missing, improperly connected, or if the electrode polarity switch is improperly configured, extremely high welding outputs may occur. -
----------------------------------------------------------------------­The ELECTRODE sense lead (67) is built into the con-
trol cable, and is automatically enabled for all semi­automatic processes. The WORK sense lead (21) con­nects to the Power W located underneath the output stud cover. By default the WORK voltage is monitored at the output stud in the Power Wave 455. For more information on the WORK sense lead (21), see"Work Voltage Sensing” in the following paragraph.
ave at the four pin connector
DIP Switch #7 Position Polarity
ON (Up) - (negative) polarity OFF (Down) + (positive) polarity
5. Assemble the rear access panel to the wire drive.
6. Restore power.
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Enable the voltage sense leads as follows:
TABLE AA.2
Process Electrode Voltage
Sensing 67 lead * Sensing 21 lead
GMAW 67 lead required 21 lead optional GMAW-P FCAW 67 lead required 21 lead optional GTAW GMAW
SAW 67 lead required 21 lead optional
CAC-C * The electrode voltage 67 sense lead is integral to the
control cable to the wire feeder.
67 lead required 21 lead optional
Voltage sense at studs Voltage sense at studs Voltage sense at studs Voltage sense at studs
Voltage sense at studs Voltage sense at studs
Work Voltage
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INSTALLATION
Work Voltage Sensing
The standard Power Wave 455’s default to the work stud (work sense lead disabled)
For processes requiring work voltage sensing, connect the (21) work voltage sense lead (K940) from the Power Wave work sense lead receptacle to the work piece. Attach the sense lead to the work piece as close to the weld as practical, but not in the return current path. Enable the work voltage sensing in the Power Wave as follows:
WARNING
• Do not touch electrically live parts or electrodes with your skin or wet clothing.
• Insulate yourself fr ground.
• Always wear dry insulating gloves.
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1. Turn offpower to the power source at the disconnect switch.
2. Remove the front cover from the power source.
om the work and
WIRE DRIVE GEAR RATIO (HIGH OR LOW SPEED)
The speed range capability and drive torque of the Power Feed wire drives can be easily and quickly changed by changing the external drive gear. The Power Feed Wire Feeders are shipped with both high speed and a low speed gears. As shipped from the fac­tory, the low speed (high torque) gear is installed on the feeder. If this is the desired gear ratio, no changes need be made.
If a change in gear ratio is desired, the systems needs to be made aware of which gear has been installed on the Wire Drive, low or high speed. This is accom­plished through the selection of a dip switch on the wire drive PCB.
SELECTING THE PROPER GEAR RATIO
See Technical Specifications at the front of the Installation Section for feed speed and wire size capa­bilities with high and low speed gear ratios. To deter­mine whether you should be using the high or low speed ratio use the following guidelines:
3. The control board is on the left side of the power source. Locate the 8-position DIP switch and look for switch 8 of the
switch.
DIP
4. Using a pencil or other small object, slide the switch right to the OFF position if the work sense lead is NOT connect­ed. Conversely, slide the switch left to the ON position if the work sense lead is present.
5. Replace the cover and screws. The PC board will “read” the switch at power up, and configure the work voltage sense lead appropriately.
Electrode Voltage Sensing
Enabling or disabling electrode voltage sensing is automatically configured through software. The 67 electrode sense lead is internal to the cable to the wire feeder and always connected when a wire feeder is present.
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CAUTION
• If you need to operate at wire feed speeds above 800 IPM (20 m/m), you will need to install the high speed gear (large 30 tooth, 1.6 inch diameter gear).
• If you do not need to run at wire feed speeds in excess of 800 IPM (20 m/m), you should use the low speed gear (small, 20 tooth, 1.1 inch diameter gear). Using the low speed ratio will provide the maximum available wire driving force.
Note: If you are feeding only small diameter wires you may, at your option, install the high speed ratio.
mportant: The electrode polarity must be config-
I
ured at the feed head for all semi-automatic processes. Failure to do so may result in extreme­ly high welding outputs.
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INSTALLATION
CHANGING THE WIRE DRIVE GEAR RATIO
Changing the ratio requires a gear and a dip switch setting change. The Power Feed Wire Feeders are shipped with both high speed and a low speed gears. As shipped from the factory, the low speed (high torque) gear is installed on the feeder. For identification purposes, the low speed (high torque) gear has 20 teeth and is 1.1 inches in diameter. The high speed gear has 30 teeth and is 1.6 inches in diameter.
WARNING
Power down the Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder by turning off its companion Power Wave power source. For maximum safety trol cable from the Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder.
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GEAR
1. Pull open the Wire Drive Door.
2. Remove the Phillips head screw retaining the pin-
3. Loosen, but do not remove, the screw on the lower
4. Remove the screw on the left face of the feed
RATIO CHANGE PROCEDURE:
ion gear to be changed and remove the gear.If the gear is not easily accessible or difficult to remove, remove the feed plate from the gearbox. To remove feed plate:
a. Loosen the clamping collar screw using a
3/16" Allen wrench. The clamping collar screw is accessed from the bottom of the feed plate. It is the screw which is perpendicular to the feeding direction.
b. Loosen the retaining screw, which is also
accessed from bottom of feeder, using a 3/16" Allen wrench. Continue to loosen the screw until the feed plate can be easily pulled off of the wire feeder.
right face of the feed plate with a 3/16" Allen wrench.
plate. If changing from high speed (larger gear) to low speed (smaller gear), line the lower hole on the left face of the feed plate with the threads on the clamping collar. Line the upper hole with the threads to install larger gear for high speed feeder. If feed plate does not rotate to allow holes to line up, further loosen the screw on right face of feed plate.
, disconnect the con-
5. Remove the small gear from the output shaft. Lightly cover the output shaft with engine oil or equivalent. Install gear onto output shaft and secure with flat washer, lock washer, and Phillips head screw which were previously removed.
6. Tighten the screw on lower right face of feed plate.
7. Re-attach feed plate to wire feeder if removed in Step 2.
8. Feed plate will be rotated out-of-position due to the gear change. Adjust the angle of the feed plate per the instructions above.
9. Set the wire drive gear ratio switch on Wire Drive PC board as follows:
GEAR RATIO RECOGNITION:
1. Remove the rear access door from the wire feeder case.
2. Locate the dip switch bank on the P.C. board (refer to table AA.3)
3. Locate dip switch # 8 and move it to the appropriate gear ratio setting as described below:
FIGURE
UP - High Speed Gear Ratio DOWN - Low Speed Gear Ratio
4. Replace the rear access door of the wire feeder case.
Note: The system recognizes dip switch settings only
during system power-up.
PF-10M Feeder location PF-10M P.C. board location
(Facing rear of unit) (Facing rear of unit)
Feeder 1 Right On inside divider panel Feeder 2 Left On rear access door
AA.2
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T ABLE AA.3
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INSTALLATION
WIRE FEED DRIVE ROLL KITS
NOTE: The maximum rated solid and cored wire sizes
and selected drive ratios are shown on the SPECIFICATIONS in the front of this section.
The electrode sizes that can be fed with each roll and guide tube are stenciled on each part. Check the kit for proper components. Kit specifications can be found in the ACCESSORIES section.
PROCEDURE TO INSTALL DRIVE ROLLS AND WIRE GUIDES
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts such as output terminals or internal wiring.
When feeding without Power Feed 10 Dual “Cold Feed” feature, electrode and drive mechanism are “hot” to work and ground and could remain ener­gized several seconds after the gun trigger is released.
• Turn OFF input power at welding power source before installation or changing drive roll and/or guide tubes.
• Welding power source must be connected to system ground per the National Electrical Code or any applicable local codes.
Only qualified personnel should perform this installation.
Drive Roll Kit Installation (KP1505-[ ])
• Insert inner Wire Guide, groove side out, over the two locating pins in the feedplate.
• Install each drive roll by pushing over shaft until it butts up against locating shoulder on the drive roll shaft. (Do Not exceed maximum wire size rating of the wire drive).
• Install Outer Wire Guide by sliding over locating pins and tightening in place.
• Engage upper drive rolls if they are in the “open” position and close Pressure Door.
TO SET DRIVE ROLL PRESSURE, see “Drive Roll Pressure Setting” in OPERATION.
GUN AND CABLE ASSEMBLIES WITH STANDARD CONNECTION
The Power Feed 10 Dual Wire Feeder is equipped with a factory installed K1500-2 gun connection Kit. This kit is for guns having a Tweco™ #2-#4 connector. The Power Feed 10 Dual Wire Feederl has been designed to make connecting a variety of guns easy and inex­pensive with the K1500 series of gun connection kits. Gun trigger and dual procedure lead connections con­nect to the single 5 pin receptacle on the front of the feed head box. See “Gun Adapters” in ACCESSORIES section.
GUN AND CABLE ASSEMBLIES WITH FAST-MATECONNECTION
(including the Magnum 450 Water Cooled gun)
A K489-7 adapter will install directly into the wire drive
• Turn OFF Welding Power Source.
• Pull open Pressure Door to expose rolls and wire guides.
• Remove Outer Wire Guide by turning knurled thumb screws counter-clock-wise to unscrew them from Feedplate.
Observe all additional Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual.
feedplate, to provide for use of guns with Fast-Mate™ or European style gun connections. This K489-7 will handle both standard Fast-Mate™and Dual Schedule Fast-Mate™ guns.
Another way to connect a gun with a Fast-Mate™ or European style gun connector to the Power Feed 10 Dual Wire Feederl, is to use the K489-2 Fast-Mate™ adapter kit. Installation of this adapter also requires a K1500-1 gun connector. See “Gun Adapters” in ACCESSORIES section.
Magnum 200 / 300 / 400 Guns
• Remove drive rolls, if any are installed, by pulling straight off shaft. Remove inner guide.
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The easiest and least expensive way to use Magnum 200/300/400 guns with the Power Feed 10 Dual Wire Feeder is to order them with the K466-10 connector kit, or to buy a completely assembled Magnum gun having the K466-10 connector (such as the K497-21 dedicat­ed Magnum 400).
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INSTALLATION
Magnum 550 Guns
The easiest and least expensive way to use the Magnum 550 guns with Power Feed 10 Dual wire feed­ers is to order the gun with the K613-7 connector kit, and install a K1500-3 gun connection kit to the wire feeder.
Lincoln Innershield and Sub Arc Guns
All of these guns can be connected to the Power Feed 10 Dual Wire Feeder by using the K1500-1 Adapter Kit.
Lincoln Fume Extraction Guns
The K556 (250XA) and K566 (400XA) guns require that a K489-2 Fast-Mate™ adapter kit be installed. Installation of this adapter also requires a K1500-1 gun connector kit.
The K206, K289, and K309 require only the installation of a K1500-1 connector in the Power Feed wire feeder.
Non-Lincoln Guns
Most competitive guns can be connected to the Power Feed 10 Dual Wire Feeder by using one of the K1500 series adapter kits, See “Gun Adapters” in ACCES­SORIES section.
Note: for Fast-Mate and European connector style
guns, connect gun to gun connector making sure all pins and gas tube line up with appropri­ate holes in connector. Tighten gun by turning large nut on gun clockwise.
c. For GMA Gun Cables with separate gas fittings,
connect the 3/16” I.D. gas hose from the wire drive unit to the gun cable barbed fitting.
d. For water cooled guns see WATER CONNEC-
TIONS in this section.
GMAW SHIELDING GAS
WARNING
CYLINDER may explode if damaged.
• Keep cylinder upright and chained to support.
• Keep cylinder away from areas where it may be damaged.
• Never lift welder with cylinder attached.
• Never allow welding electrode to touch cylinder.
• Keep cylinder away from welding or other live elec­trical circuits.
BUILDUP OF SHIELDING GAS may harm health or kill.
Shut off shielding gas supply when not
in use.
GENERAL GUN CONNECTION GUIDELINES
The instructions supplied with the gun and K1500 series gun adapter should be followed when installing and configuring a gun. What follows are some gener­al guidelines that are not intended to cover all guns.
a. Check that the drive rolls and guide tubes are
proper for the electrode size and type being used. If not, change them.
b. Lay the cable out straight. Insert the connector on
the welding conductor cable into the brass con­ductor block on the front of the wire drive head. Make sure it is all the way in and tighten the hand clamp. Keep this connection clean and bright. Connect the trigger control cable polarized plug into the mating 5 cavity receptacle on the front of the wire drive unit.
SEE AMERICAN NATIONAL “SAFETY IN WELDING AND CUTTING” PUBLISHED BY THE AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY.
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NOTE: Gas supply pressure must be regulated to a maximum of 80 psi(5.5 bar).
Customer must provide a cylinder of shielding gas, a pressure regulator, a flow control valve, and a hose from the flow valve to the gas inlet fitting of the wire drive unit.
Connect a supply hose from the gas cylinder flow valve outlet to the 5/8-18 female inert gas fitting on the back panel of the wire drive or, if used, on the inlet of the Gas Guard regulator. (See Below).
Gas Guard Regulator - The Gas Guard Regulator is an optional accessory (K659-1) on these models.
Install the 5/8-18 male outlet of the regulator to the 5/8­18 female gas inlet on the back panel of the wire drive. Secure fitting with flow adjuster key at top. Attach gas supply to 5/8-18 female inlet of regulator per instruc­tions above.
STANDARD Z-49.1,
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INSTALLATION
WIRE SPINDLE PLACEMENT
The reel stand provides two mounting locations for the 2 inch diameter wire reel spindle to accommodate var­ious reel sizes. Each mounting location consists of a tube in the center of the reel stand, and locating slots on the outside of the reel stand. The bolt, used with a plain washer and lock washer, slides through the tube from the side of the reel stand. The bolt should be threaded into the wire spindle such that the tabs on the brake mechanism align with the locating slots, then tighten.
The upper location must be used for 50-60 lb. Readi­Reels, Spools and Coils.
For smaller coils (44lb, 30lb, 10lb, etc.), the spindle can be placed in either the upper or lower location. The goal is to make the wire path from the coil to the wire drive an entry into the incoming guide tube that is as straight as possible. This will optimize wire feeding per­formance.
WATER CONNECTIONS (FOR WATER COOLED GUNS)
Flow Sensor Kit installation is as follows:
1. Remove rear access door of the wire feeder case.
2. Locate the shutdown circuit leads inside feeder case avity (refer to table AA.4).
c
Note: The leads will be connected together with insulated (pink) quick disconnects.
3. Disconnect pink quick-connect tabs (.25 inch tab ter-
minals).
4. Locate and remove plastic plug on rear of wire feed-
er case.
5. Insert Flow Sensor leads through hole.
6. Connect Flow Sensor leads with shutdown circuit
leads.
7. Replace rear access door.
TABLE AA.4
PF-10M Shutdown Feeder Cavity Location
Feeder 1 Shutdown Feeder 2 Shutdown 670 670 A Upper Left Corner
Leads (Facing rear of unit)
570 570 A/B Upper Right Corner
EXAMPLES OF CONNECTING AN ARCLINK POWER WAVE SYSTEM
If a water cooled gun is to be installed for use with the Power Feed 10 Dual, a K590-6 Water connection kit can be installed for each gun requiring water cooling. Contained in the kit are the water lines and quick con­nect water line fittings that install in the wire feed head. Follow the installation instructions included in the kit. Water cooled guns can be damaged very quickly if they are used even momentarily without water flowing. To protect the gun, we recommended that a water flow sense kit be installed. This will prevent wire feeding if no water flow is present.
WIRE FEED SHUT DOWN CIRCUIT (OPTIONAL)
This option is intended as a means of disabling weld­ing in the event that the water flow (for a water cooled gun) is not present. Water cooled guns can be quick­ly damaged if they are momentarily used without water flow. This matter can be avoided when a Lincoln Flow Sensor Kit (K1536-1) is applied to the wire feeder shut­down circuit.
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.
The Flow Sensor Kit has two control leads that become electrically common when the water is flowing. When integrated with the wire feeder shut down circuit, it forms a closed (common) circuit and enables welding. In the event that water is not flowing, the Flow Sensor circuit (shut down circuit) is electrically opened which disables any further operation.
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Shown with
• K2230-1 Power Feed 10M Single Wire Feeder
• K2203-1 Power Wave 455M/STT
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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.
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
Hard Automation System
Shown with
• Control Box (not available at the time of this writing)
• K1780-2 PF-10/R
• K2203-1 Power Wave 455M/STT
• K2205-1 Wire Drive Module
Multiple W
• Load one feeder with solid wire, the other with flux cored.
ire Feeder System
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 Wire Feeder Boom (includes wire drive and control box)
• K2203-1 Power W
Robotic/Semi-Automatic System
• Use the bench feeder for offline welding.
ave 455M/STT
• Great for pipeline work.
Shown with
• K2429-1 ArcLink T
• 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.
Cable Connector
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NOTES
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Section BB-1 Section BB-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- OPERATION SECTION -
Operation..............................................................................................................Section BB
Safety Precautions..................................................................................................BB-2
Definition of Welding Abbr
Common Welding Abbreviations ............................................................................BB-2
Product Description................................................................................................BB-3
Recommended Processes and Eqipment..............................................................BB-3
Operation Features and Controls (Items 1 thru 5)..................................................BB-4
1. Wire Feed Speed (WFS)/Amp Meter ............................................................BB-4
2. Volt / Trim Meter............................................................................................BB-4
3. Output Controls ............................................................................................BB-5
4. Dual Procedure / Dual Head Select W/Memory...........................................BB-5
5. Mode Select Panel 4 (MSP4) ..............................................................BB-5/BB-7
Limit Setting............................................................................................................BB-8
Setup Features Menu..................................................................................BB-8/BB-11
Dual Head/Dual Procedure with Memory .................................................BB-12/BB-13
2 Step / 4 Step Operation.........................................................................BB-14/BB-15
Cold Feed/Gas Purge Switch...............................................................................BB-15
Hot Inch ................................................................................................................BB-16
Foot Amptrol.........................................................................................................BB-16
Wire Drive PC Board Adjustments .......................................................................BB-16
Wire Reel Loading.....................................................................................BB-16/BB-17
Feeding Electrode and Brake Adjustment ...........................................................BB-18
Drive Roll Pressure Setting...................................................................................BB-18
Procedure for Setting Angle of Feedplate............................................................BB-18
Gas Guard Regulator Setting ...............................................................................BB-18
Making a Weld......................................................................................................BB-19
Wire Reel Changing..............................................................................................BB-19
Wire Feed Overload Protection ............................................................................BB-19
Component Status Lights.....................................................................................BB-20
Status Light States ..............................................................................BB-20/BB-21
Limit Settings ..................................................................................................BB-22
eviations .......................................................................BB-2
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OPERATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read entire Operation section before operating the Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts or electrode with skin or wet clothing. Insulate yourself from work and ground.
• Always wear dry insulating gloves.
FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous.
• Keep your head out of fumes.
• Use ventilation or exhaust to remove fumes from breathing zone.
WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or explosion.
• Keep flammable material away.
• Do not weld on closed containers.
COMMON WELDING ABBREVIATIONS
WFS
• Wire Feed Speed
CC
Constant Current
CV
Constant Voltage
GMAW (MIG)
• Gas Metal Arc welding
W-P (MIG)
GMA
Gas Metal Arc welding-(Pulse)
GMAW-PP (MIG)
• Gas Metal Arc welding-(Pulse-on-Pulse)
AW (TIG)
GT
Gas Tungsten Arc welding
SMAW (STICK)
Shielded Metal Arc welding
FCAW
Flux Core Arc Welding
ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin.
• Wear eye, ear and body protec­tion.
Observe all safety information throughout this manual.
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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
ASynergic 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
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OPERATION
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder unit consists of a user interface and two wire drives. This unit will be available as a bench model or a boom model.
The Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder is a high per­formance, digitally controlled, modular wire feeder. Properly equipped, it can support the GMAW, GMAW­P, FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, and STT processes. The Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder is designed to be a part of a modular, multi process welding system. The Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder is a Semi­Automatic unit that is designed to interface with the Power Wave M family of welding machines. It consists of a user interface (UI) and wire drive (WD) that oper­ate on 40VDC input power. The user interface is designed to act as a means to access the functionality (weld mode, run-in, volts, current etc.) of the welding system. The wire drive unit is a 4 driven roll feeder that can "push" various types of welding wire.
Each component in the system has special circuitry to "talk with" the other system components, so each com­ponent (power source, wire feeder, electrical acces­sories) knows what the other is doing at all times. This shared information lays the groundwork for a system with superior welding performance.
DUAL HEAD UNIT
Two Control PC boards: one board supports user inter­face and wire drive functions and second board sup-
ports second wire drive functions.
RECOMMENDED PROCESSES AND EQUIPMENT
RECOMMENDED PROCESSES
The Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder can be set up in a number of configurations. They are designed to be used for GMAW, GMAW-P, FCAW and STT processes for a variety of materials, including mild steel, stainless steel, and cored wires. Other processes such as STT, SMAW and GTAW can be controlled using the user interface portion of the unit. (See Accessories Section for Part numbers and connections.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
The Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder must be used with communication compatible welding equipment. That is, the communication protocol that is used in the welding system must be capable of communicating with the wire feeder. This would be any power source that has the Arclink receptacle available and is oper­ating with LincNet or Arclink software.
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START OPTIONS END OPTIONS
SET
SETUP
IR PORT
PULSE 4043 Ar
3/64"
ALUMINUM
72
WELD MODE ARC CONTROL
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
O N
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
O N
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OPERATIONAL FEATURES AND CONTROLS
POWER FEED-10M SERIES SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
The specific system component function of the pc board will be configurable by dip switch or by software configuration tool. Dip switch configuration is as follows: Refer to DIP switch settings of figures below.
Notes:
1. Basic Power Feed-10M systems consist of one User Interface (UI), and up to two wire drives (a dual head wire drive counts as two).
POWER FEED-10M DUAL BENCH DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
UI/WD PCB - S25629 (located on Wire Drive divider panel)
WD only PCB - S25616 (located on Wire Drive rear access door)
POWER FEED-10M DUAL BOOM DIP SWITCH SETTINGS*
UI only PCB - S25952 (located in Control Box)
WD only PCB #1 - S25616 (located on Wire Drive divider panel)
WD only PCB #2 - S25616 (located on Wire Drive rear access door)
* See power source manual for additional dip switch settings.
2. VOLT / TRIM METER
CV Processes
CC Processes
• After the 5 second "Hold" period, the meter displays the set WFS (CV modes) or Amp (CC modes) value.
This meter displays either the voltage or trim value depending on the status of the machine. Located below the display are the text "Volts" and "Trim." An LED light is illuminated next to one of these in order to indicate the units of the value displayed in the meter.
• Prior to CV-GMA
W and CV-FCAW operation, the
meter displays the desired preset Voltage value.
• Prior to CV-GMAW-P operation, the meter displays the desired preset Trim value.
• During Welding, the meter displays actual average volts.
• After welding, the meter holds the actual voltage value for 5 seconds. During this time, the display is blinking to indicate that the machine is in the "Hold" period. Output adjustment while in the "Hold" period results in the "prior to operation" characteristics stat­ed above.
• After the 5 second "Hold" period, the meter displays the set Voltage (GMAW, FCAW) or Trim (GMAW-P) value.
• The meter displays the status of the output.
• When output is enabled, the meter will display "ON."
• When there is no output, the meter will display
"OFF."
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CONTROLS (Refer to Figure BB.2)
1. WIRE FEED SPEED (WFS) / AMP METER
This meter displays either the WFS or current value depending on the status of the machine. Located below the display are the text "WFS" and "Amps." illuminated next to one of these in order to indicate the units of the value displayed in the meter.
• Prior to CV operation, the meter displays the desired pre­set WFS value.
• Prior to CC-Stick and CC-GTA W operation, the meter dis­plays the preset current value.
• During Welding, the meter displays actual average amps, but may be configured to display actual WFS.
• After welding, the meter holds the actual current or WFS value for 5 seconds. During this time, the display is blink­ing to indicate that the machine is in the "Hold" period. Output adjustment while in the "Hold" period results in the "prior to operation" characteristics stated above.
An LED light is
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START OPTIONS END OPTIONS
SET
SETUP
IR PORT
PULSE 4043 Ar
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ALUMINUM
72
WELD MODE ARC CONTROL
OPERATION
3. OUTPUT CONTROLS
• The Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder has 2 encoder knobs to adjust weld parameters.
• Each encoder changes the displayed value of the meter located directly above that encoder.
• In CC-GTAW modes when equipped with a foot or hand amptrol, the left encoder sets the maximum welding current. Full depression of a foot or hand amptrol results in the preset level of current.
• In CC-Stick and CC-GTAW, the right encoder acti­vates and de-activates the output. Turning the encoder clockwise enables the output. To de-ener­gize the output, turn the encoder counter-clockwise. The display above will indicate the "ON" or "OFF" status of the output.
4. DUAL PROCEDURE / DUAL HEAD SELECT W/MEMORY
PANEL
(See Mode Select Panel Section for a Functional Description and detailed explanation)
This panel is intended for dual head applications, and is essentially the same as the Dual Procedure with Memory panel except for the addition of a second pro­cedure select push button. It contains two procedure select buttons, one for each head, and six memory (storage) buttons.
In general terms, dual procedure and memory are essentially independent storage locations for informa­tion.
5. MODE SELECT PANEL 4 (MSP4)
OVERVIEW:
The MSP4 is the standard mode select panel for the Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder wire feeders. The MSP4 is capable of:
- Weld mode selection.
- Arc Control adjustment.
- Weld sequence control (Preflow Time, Run-in WFS, etc.)
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ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 IR (Infrared) Port. 2 Weld Mode Number. 3 Weld Wire Type. 4 Wire Size. 5 Weld Mode Description. 6
Status LED Lights-Weld Mode/Arc Control.
7 Selection Pushbutton Weld Mode or Arc
Control.
8
9
“Set” (Adjustment) Dial / Knob Selection Pushbutton Start and End Options.
10 Status LED Lights-Start/End Options.
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 provides:
• 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.
• Limit setting for restricting the operators range of control.
• Lockout to prevent unauthorized changes to machine configuration.
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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.
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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
elected attribute.
s The left pushbutton (Item 7)
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 effect. 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) es 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 DISPLA
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 dis­play. The information shown on the various displays 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.).
is used to toggle between
is used to select attribut-
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When the MSP4 is being used to change the value of an attribute, the 7-segment displays show the selected attribute’s value. The upper 8-character alphanumeric display is typically not used while changing an attribute’s value. The lower 8-character alphanumeric display is used to indicate the units of the selected attribute (e.g. seconds, in/min, etc.). The 16-character alphanumeric display is used to display the name of the selected attribute.
The content of the displays while the user interface is being used for advance machine configuration (e.g. limit setting, pass code entering, machine setup, etc.) is described in later sections.
POWER-UP SEQUENCE
When power is first applied to the machine, a lamp test is performed. All discrete LED’ segment displays will show a pattern of "8." and all alphanumeric displays will show a hatch pattern where every-other pixel is illuminated. The lamp test will last for two seconds, after which all displays are turned back off. The 16-character alphanumeric display will show "Initializing…" while waiting for the Weld Sequencer to announce bus available. The MSP4 alphanumeric displays will then display the name of the weld table loaded in the power source while the user interface prepares the machine for operation. After all initialization is complete, the MSP4 will display the weld mode information for the mode number that was selected when the machine was last powered down.
CHANGING WELD MODES
To select a weld mode, press the left MSP4 pushbut­ton until the WELD MODE LED is illuminated. Turn the MSP4 encoder until the desired weld mode number is displayed. As the MSP4 encoder knob is rotated, only the weld mode number is displayed. encoder idle time, the user interface will change to the selected weld mode and the new mode’s electrode type, electrode size and process information will appear.
s are turned on, all 7-
After 1 second of
The 16-character alphanumeric display (Item 5) indi­cates the process type and other information, the exact content of which depends on the selected weld mode. This additional information may include specific elec­trode type (e.g. 4043) and/or a description of the rec­ommended gas (e.g. HeArCO2).
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CHANGING ARC WAVE CONTROL
If the selected weld mode uses any of the four available wave controls, users can press the left MSP4 pushbutton until the ARC CONTROL name and units (if applicable) of the available wave con­trols will appear. Note that the name of the control is derived from the weld table and may not necessarily appear as "Wave Control". Repeated pressing of the left MSP4 pushbutton will cycle through all active wave con­trols and then the weld mode. Turning the MSP4 encoder will change the value of the displayed wave control.
CHANGING WELD SEQUENCE BEHAVIOR
Weld sequencing attributes are grouped into two cate­gories, STAR OPTIONS may include Preflow Time, Run-in Wire Feed Speed, and Start Time. END OPTIONS may include Crater Time, Burnback Time and Postflow Time. The attributes that appear in the START and END OPTIONS are weld mode dependent. For example, if a TIG weld mode is selected, Run-in WFS will not appear since it is not relevant to the selected process. Repeated pressing of the right MSP4 pushbutton will cycle through all rele­vant START and END OPTIONS. Turning the MSP4 encoder will change the value of the selected option.
T OPTIONS and END OPTIONS. START
LED is illuminated. The value,
OPERATION
When the Start Time attribute is set to a value other than OFF, the START OPTIONS LED will blink synchronous with the WFS and VOL TS/TRIM LED’s on the dual-display panel. This blinking is used to indicate that start wire feed speed and voltage/trim can now be set to values different from those used while welding. Similarly, if the Crater Time attribute is set to a value other than OFF, the END OPTIONS LED will blink synchronously with the dual-dis­play LED’s, indicating that crater wire feed speed and voltage/trim now can be set to values different from those used while welding.
INFRARED (IR) CONTROL
The MSP4 interface includes an infrared transceiver. This allows wireless machine configuration using a Palm OS based hand held computer. cation, ALPalm, was developed for this purpose. (Contact Lincoln Electric for more information on this feature.)
LOCKOUT/SECURITY
The MSP4 can be optionally configured to prevent the welder from changing selected MSP4 options. By default, the welder will be able to change the weld mode, all rele­vant wave controls and all relevant start and end options.
A proprietary Palm OS appli-
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LIMIT SETTING
The MSP4 can be optionally configured to limit the operator’ (weld WFS, arc control, etc.). Limits are only available with the Dual Procedure/Memory Panel.
MACHINE SETUP/USER PREFERENCES
The MSP4 can be used to configure and troubleshoot the machine.
ACCESSING THE MACHINE SETUP MENU
To access the Machine Setup menu, press both MSP4 push buttons simultaneously. display will display the first user preference, "P.0", and the SETUP LED will illuminate.
• Pressing the left MSP4 pushbutton will exit the entire Machine Setup menu while in the P.0 user prefer­ence.
• Turning the MSP4 encoder knob will select other available User Preferences.
s range of control of any weld parameter
The MSP4 7-segment
SETUP FEATURES MENU
The Setup Menu gives access to the set-up configuration. Stored in the setup configuration are user parameters that generally need to be set only at installation. The para­meters are grouped as follows:
• P.1 through P.99 Unsecured Parameters (always adjustable)
• P.101 through P.199 Diagnostic Parameters (always read only)
• P.501 through P.599 Secured Parameters (accessi­ble only though a p.c. or palm application.)
To access the setup menu, press the right and left buttons of the MSP4 panel simultaneously. Note that the setup menu cannot be accessed if the system is welding, or if there is a fault (The status LED is not solid green).
Change the value of the blinking parameter rotating the SET knob.
To exit the setup menu at any time, press the right and left buttons of the MSP4 panel simultaneously. Alternately, 1 minute of inactivity will also exit the setup menu.
• To exit the User Preference Menu, either rotate the MSP4 encoder until P.0 is displayed and press the left MSP4 pushbutton or press both MSP4 push but-
simultaneously at any time.
tons
Unsecured Parameters
PARAMETER
P.0 P.1 P.2 P.3 P.4 P.5 P.6 P.7 P.8
P.9 P.11 P.12 P.13 P.80 P.99
Diagnostic Parameters
P.100 P.101 P.102 P.103 P.104 P.105 P.106
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P.107
DESCRIPTION
Exit set-up menu
WFS Units
Arc Display Mode
Display Power
Trigger Memory Recall
Trigger Procedure Change
Stall Factor Adjustment
Gun Offset Adjustment
TIG Gas Control
Crater Delay
Set Timers
Travel Options
Adjust Arc Force
Sense From Studs
Show Test Modes
View Diagnostics View Event Logs
View Fatal Logs
View Software Version
View Hardware Version
View Welding Software View Ethernet IP Address View Power Source Type
POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
The following list includes all possible parameters in ArcLink equipment. Not all of the parameters listed may appear for your system. Refer to the (T ABLE B.1) for active parameters.
* PF= POWER FEED
PF*-10M (All Models)
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.0 Press the right button to exit the setup menu.
P.1 WFS units
Metric = m/min wire feed speed units English = In/min wire feed speed units (default)
P.2 Arc Display Mode
Amps = The left display shows Amperage while welding. (default) WFS = The left display shows Wire Feed Speed while welding.
P.3 Display Power
When P.3 is set to “Yes”, the power will be displayed on the MSP4 while welding. When P.3 is set to”No”, power will not be displayed.
P.4 Trigger Memory Recall
Enable = Selecting memories 2 through 6 with quick trig­ger pulls is enabled when the optional dual procedure/memory panel is installed. To recall a memory with the gun trigger, quickly pull and release the trigger the number of times that correspond to the memory number. For example, to recall memory 3, quickly pull and release the trigger 3 times. Trigger memory recall can only be performed when the system is not welding. Disable = Memory selection is performed only by the but­tons on the optional dual procedure/memory panel. (default)
P.5 Procedure Change Method (Three Settings)
In order for any of these procedure change methods to function, the "A-Gun-B" switch must be on the "Gun" position.
1. "External Switch" (the default value), the machine will only change the selected procedure when the proce­dure select digital input changes state.
OPERATION
made exclusively in procedure A, regardless of the 2/4 step switch position (this is intended to simplify tack weld­ing when using a daul-schedule gun, such as the Magnum 400 DS, while 4-step trigger is selected).
In order for any of these procedure change methods to function, the “A-Gun-B” switch must be on the “Gun” posi­tion.
P.6 Push Pull Gun, Stall Factor Adjustment
The stall factor controls the stall torque of the push motor when using a push-pull gun. The wire feeder is factory set to not stall unless there is a large resistance to feeding wire. The stall factor can be reduced to stall more easily and possibly prevent bird nesting. However, low stall fac­tors can cause motor stalling while welding which results in the wire burning back to the tip. If you are experiencing bird nests, check for other feeding problems before adjusting the stall factor.
Default value for the stall factor is 75, with a range of 5 -
100. To change the stall factor:
• Use the VOLTS/TRIM knob to adjust the stall factor. Increasing the stall factor raises the motor torque and decreasing the stall factor lowers the motor torque. Do not increase the stall factor more than necessary. A high stall factor may increase the occurrence of bird nesting and a low stall factor may cause the wire to burn back to the tip.
P.7 Push Pull Gun, Gun Offset Adjustment
The push-pull gun offset calibration adjusts the wire feed speed calibration of the pull motor. The procedure should only be performed when other possible corrections do not solve the push-pull feeding problems. A rpm meter is required to perform the pull gun motor offset calibration.
2. "Quick Trigger" (the optional value 1), the machine will only change the selected procedure when the trigger is released and quickly re-pulled while welding in 2-step. Enable=Allows switching between procedure Aand pro­cedure B while welding. The exception is that the pro­cedure select digital input is no longer recognized.
3. "Integral Trigger Procedure" (the optional value 2), the machine will only change the selected procedure when the procedure select digital input changes state.
Machine operation is similar to the "External Switch" selection except that additional logic prevents procedure A from being re-selected when the trigger is quickly and completely released at step 2 of the 4-step weld sequence.
When setup parameter P.5 is set to “Integral ProcTrig”, the machine will always operate in 2-step if a weld is
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To perform the calibration procedure:
• Release the pressure arm on both the pull and push wire drives.
• Set the wire feed speed to 200 ipm.
• Remove wire from the pull wire drive.
• Hold the rpm meter to the drive roll in the pull gun.
• Pull the trigger on the push-pull gun.
• Measure the rpm of the pull motor. The rpm should be between 115 and 125 rpm. If necessary, decrease the calibration setting to slow the pull motor, or increase the calibration setting to speed up the motor. The calibration range is -30 to +30, with 0 as the default value.
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P.8 TIG Gas Control (Two Settings)
1. "Valve (manual)", the internal solenoid will not actuate while TIG welding, gas flow is manually controlled by an external valve.
2. "Solenoid (auto)", the internal gas solenoid will turn on and off automatically while as follows:
• Preflow time will not be accessible from the MSP4.
• Postflow time will be available in the MSP4 "End
Options" and have a range of OFF to 10.0 sec­onds.
• The postflow time value is maintained when
switching between MIG and TIG modes.
• When machine output on/off is controlled via the
right encoder, gas flow will not start until the tung­sten touches, the work piece, gas flow will stop after the postflow time when the arc is broken.
• When machine output on/off is controlled via an
arc start switch or foot Amptrol, gas will begin flow­ing when the output is turned on and stop flowing after the postflow period after the output is turned off.
P.9 Crater Delay
This parameter enables a timer delay for each feed head to bypass the Crater option when short tack welds are desired. If the trigger is released before the timer expires, Crater will be bypassed and the weld will end. If the trigger is released after the timer expires, Crater will function as normal (if Crater function is turned on).
TIG welding
P.13 Adjust Arc Force
Use this menu to adjust Arc Force values for Start, Weld and Crater. Press the right MSP4 button to enter the menu and rotate the knob to choose either Start, Weld or Crater. Press the right MSP4 button and then rotate the knob to the desired value. Press the left MSP4 button to set the value and exit.
Continue to adjust Arc Force for other states, and then press the left MSP4 button to exit the menu.
P.80 Sense From Studs (two settings)
1. "False", the voltage sense lead is automatically selected based on the DIP switch configuration and the selected weld mode. value that is used every time the machine is pow­ered up. Note that setting P.80 to "False" does not preclude voltage sensing from the studs if studs sensing is specified by the selected weld mode (for example stick and TIG weld modes will still sense voltage at the studs).
rue", voltage sensing is forced to "studs"
2. "T regardless of the DIP switch configuration and selected weld mode. Setting P should only be done for troubleshooting purpos­es. P.80 will automatically be set back to "False" the next time the equipment is powered up or can be manually changed back to "False" via the setup menu.
This is the default
.80 to "True"
P.11 Set Timers
This menu is used to adjust timer values for Upslope, Downslope and Restrike. Press the right button to enter the Set Timer menu. Rotate the knob to select the timer to adjust and then press the right button. Adjust the value of the timer by rotating the knob. Press the left MSP4 button to set the value and exit. Continue to adjust other timers as necessary, and then press the left button to exit the Set Timer menu.
P.12 Travel Options
This menu is used to change the travel options for a travel carriage, including starting and ending func­tions. The right MSP4 button to enter the Travel Options menu and rotate the encoder to select either starting or ending options. Press the right MSP4 button to select the option. Press the left MSP4 button to set the value and exit. Rotate the encoder to select other options, or press the left MSP4 button to exit the menu.
In order to control the welding arc, the power source continually monitors arc current and arc voltage. Arc current is measured internal to the power source. Arc voltage can be measured as follows:
oltage internal to the power source ("studs")
• V
• Voltage at the wire feeder ("67" lead)
• Voltage at a user-wired sense lead ("21" lead)
Remote voltage sensing (anything other than "studs") is used to obtain a more accurate voltage measurement since the sense lead is closer to the arc. Remote voltage sensing can involve external wiring and DIP switch configuration, there is a potential for incorrect voltage measurement which can lead to poor arc control or wire burn back.
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P.99 Show Test Modes
Many weld tables include special modes for testing and servicing the welding system. Set this parameter to YES to show all test modes.
When the power source is turned off, the Show Test Modes parameter automatically reverts back to "NO".
P.100 View Diagnostics
Diagnostics are only used for servicing the Power Wave system. Yes = Shows P.101 through P.500 in the SETUP menu. No = Only P.0 through P.100 are shown in the SETUP menu.
P.101 Event Logs
Press the right MSP4 button to view the Event Logs. Rotate the encoder to select the object to read and then press the right MSP4 button. Various software information will appear about key system events. Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
P.102 Fatal Logs
Press the right MSP4 button to view the Fatal Logs. Rotate the encoder to select the module to read and then press the right MSP4 button. Various software information will appear about critical module actions. Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
P.105 Welding Software
Press the right MSP4 button to view the welding soft­ware version inside the power source. Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
P.106 Ethernet IP Address
Press the right MSP4 button to view the IP address of the Ethernet board. If no Ethernet Board is installed, the display shows "No Enet Found." Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
P.107 Power Source
Press the right MSP4 button to view the type of power source connected to the control box. Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
P.103 Software Version
Press the right MSP4 button to view the software loaded into each module (p.c. board). Rotate the encoder to select the module to read and then press the right MSP4 button. The panel will display the main software version loaded into the module. Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
P.104 Hardware Version
Press the right MSP4 button to view the hardware ver­sion of each module (p.c. board). Rotate the encoder to select the module to read and then press the right MSP4 button. The panel will display the main hard­ware version loaded into the module. Press the left MSP4 button to exit.
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FIGURE BB.3
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Each procedure contains/stores the following information:
• Basic weld parameters as applicable - WFS, Volts, Trim, Amps
• Weld Mode - Mode Number
• Preflow/Postflow - Time in Seconds
• Run in - WFS Only (work point determined by next active sequence state)
• Start Parameters - Status, Slope Time, WFS, Volts, Trim, Amps
• Arc Control - Setpoint
• Crater Parameters - Status, Slope Time, WFS, Volts, Trim, Amps
• Burnback - Time in Seconds
• Limits - All applicable limits.
DUAL HEAD / DUAL PROCEDURE WITH MEMORY
In general terms, dual procedure and memory are essen­tially independent storage locations for information. Procedures can be thought of as temporary or working storage locations because they contain the weld settings readily available for use, and when active, are easily mod­ified. The dual procedure feature allows the operator to switch between procedures (A and B) "on the fly" while welding. In addition to their procedure set-up functions, the procedure select push buttons serve as a means to manually select the active feed head (wire drive). Memory is more of a permanent storage location that cannot be accessed while welding. It contains one complete set of procedure information which can be recalled into the active procedure (A or B). Conversely, the active proce­dure can be saved into memory for safe keeping.
Dual Procedure / Head Select
This feature allows the user to select Procedure A, Gun (Remote Select), or Procedure B, as well as selecting the active feed head (wire drive). The active feed head is indi­cated by the procedure group (A, Gun, B) with the illumi­nated LED(s), and only one procedure group / feed head can be active at a time. Changing the active feed head can be done in one of two ways. Either remotely pulling the trigger of the inactive feed head, or locally by momentarily depressing the procedure select pushbutton of the inactive head.
When a procedure group / feed head is active, momen­tarily depressing the procedure select pushbutton will change from Ato Gun, from Gun to B, or from B to A. The corresponding LED will be lit to let the user know which procedure is active. When the Gun position is selected, the Gun LED will be solid red, and the active procedure LED (A or B) will be flashing. The active procedure is determined by the dual procedure (Gun) input located in the gun receptacle, or through the "Procedure Change with Trigger" feature if properly con­figured. Note:
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When in the Gun position, if no dual procedure (Gun) switch is plugged in, the Procedure defaults to A.
There are a total of four independent procedures avail­able on this panel. Two for each feed head.
Both the contents of the active procedure, and the active procedure itself (Ato B, or B to A) can be changed "on the fly" during welding. Changing the active status of the feed head can only be done when the system is in the idle state. Procedure settings for each feed head, and active procedure information are saved at power down.
Memory
This feature allows the user to save and recall up to six individual procedures to/from a secured storage location. Each of the six memory locations is capable of storing a complete copy of the information associated with a single procedure (A or B) including its individual limits. See the complete list above.
Memories can be accessed at anytime, except when welding. For wire fed processes this means anytime a trigger is NOT time current is NOT flowing.
Saving to Memory
To save an individual procedure (A or B) to memory, first be sure the desired procedure of the desired feed head is active (its LED is on). Press and hold the button of the memory location you wish to store the procedure into. After 2 seconds, the LED above the memory button will begin to flash indicating that the procedure has been saved. The LED will continue to flash as long as the mem­ory button is depressed. When released the memory LED will stay on steady, and remain lit as long as the contents of the memory remain equal to the contents of the asso­ciated procedure.
If the memory button is released before the light begins to flash (t < 2s), a memory recall function will occur instead of a save function (i.e. the contents of the selected mem­ory will copied to the active procedure). Note: It is not required to load all 6 memories at once, nor is it necessary to load them in order.
activated. For CC processes it means any-
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Recalling from Memory
To recall the contents of a memory into the active proce­dure, momentarily push the desired memory button (for less than 2 seconds). The saved parameters will be copied into the active procedure, and the LED of the memory button will light indicating the source of the infor­mation. As with saving to memory, this light will remain lit as long as the contents of the source memory remain equal to the contents of the associated procedure.
If a constant current mode is saved to memory with the power source in the "on" state, the "on" status will be changed to "off" when the procedure is recalled. This pre­vents a potential safety hazard if a memory button is pushed and the power source unexpectedly turns on.
2 Step Synergic Operation: With Burnback function active.
Waveform Sequence:
1. Trigger is pulled; Preflow sequence begins and runs until preflow timer expires.
2. Run-In sequence initiates until Arc is established.
3. Arc established; W
4. Trigger released (Arc extinguished); Burnback sequence begins and runs until burnback timer expires.
5. Postflow sequence begins and runs until postflow timer expires.
6. End of sequence.
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2 STEP / 4 STEP OPERATION
The Wire Drive has a 2 Step / 4 Step switch located near the gun connector. 2-Step T rigger Mode operation requires the operator hold the gun trigger closed in order to weld. 4-Step Trigger Mode eliminates the need to hold the gun trigger closed while welding. User­selectable 4-step modes with or without current inter­lock. The switch in the down position will enable 2-Step operation and in the up position enables 4 -Step oper­ation. This switch has no effect in CC modes of opera­tion, such as stick welding. Both 2 and 4 -Step can be operated in Synergic and Non-Synergic modes. In a Synergic mode, machine output tracks Wire Feed Speed (WFS) during welding. In Non-Synergic modes, machine output is independent of WFS.
2 Step Synergic Operation:
Without Start/Crater/Burnback functions active
Waveform Sequence:
1. Trigger is pulled; Preflow sequence begins and runs until preflow timer expires.
2. Strike sequence initiates until Arc is established. Arc established; Weld sequence begins.
3.
4. Trigger released (Arc extinguished); Postflow sequence begins and runs until postflow timer expires.
5. End of sequence.
WFS vs. Work point (Output) Waveform
= solid line represents WFS
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dashed line represents Work point or Machine Output
2 Step Synergic Operation: With Start/Crater/Burnback functions active.
Waveform Sequence:
1. Trigger is pulled; Preflow sequence begins and runs until preflow timer expires.
2. Run-In sequence initiates until Arc is established.
3. Arc established; Start sequence begins and runs for the amount of time set.
4. Weld sequence begins. Trigger released; Crater sequence begins and
5. runs until crater timer expires.
6. Arc Extinguished; Burnback sequence begins and runs until burnback timer expires.
7. Postflow sequence begins and runs until postflow timer expires.
8. End of process.
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eld sequence begins.
WFS vs. Work point (Output) Waveform
WFS vs. Work point Waveform
= solid line represents WFS
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= solid line represents WFS
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dashed line represents Work point or Machine Output
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4 Step Synergic Operation: Without Start/Crater/Burnback functions active
Waveform Functionality:
1. Trigger is pulled and released; Preflow sequence begins and runs until Preflow timer expires.
2. Run-In sequence begins and runs until lished
3. Arc established; Weld sequence begins.
4. Trigger pulled; Weld sequence continues.
Note: This can be done anytime between Step 3 and
5.
5. Trigger released; Postflow sequence begins and runs until Postflow timer expires.
6. End of sequence.
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WFS vs. Work point Waveform
= solid line represents WFS
dashed line represents Work point or Machine Output
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OPERATION
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Arc is estab-
WFS vs. Work point (Output) Waveform
= solid line represents WFS
--- = dashed line represents work point or machine output Additional Comments:
• To achieve a Hot Start routine, the values in step 2 (Run­In and Strike) can be set such that work point (output) is set to a desired level, while the Weld work point level will be set to a normal or nominal level for the particular process.
Example Strike Value: 350A Strike Time: 0.1 sec.
Weld Value: 170A When the process is initiated, the work point will jump to Strike work point of 350A with the set Run-In WFS. When the trigger is released, the work point will jump to 170A in the 0.1 seconds and the Weld sequence will begin, travers­ing through the rest of the sequence using the functions set forth.
4 Step Synergic Operation: With Start/Crater/Burnback functions active
Waveform Functionality:
1. Trigger is pulled and released; Preflow sequence begins and runs until Preflow timer expires.
2. Run-In sequence begins and runs until Arc is established.
3. Arc established; Work point moves to set value in Start sequence.
rigger released; Step 4 to 5 is start time set in Start
4. T sequence to get to Weld sequence.
5. Weld sequence begins and runs until trigger is pulled.
6. Trigger pulled and held; Crater sequence begins. Work point, WFS move to set value in Crater sequence in the amount of time set within Crater sequence.
Work point, WFS Crater values held until trigger is
7. released.
8. Trigger released; Burnback sequence begins and runs until Burnback timer expires.
9. Postflow sequence begins and runs until Postflow timer expires.
10. End of sequence.
COLD FEED/GAS PURGE SWITCH
The Wire Drive has a Cold Feed/Gas Purge Switch located near the gun connector. This is an up/down center-off momentary toggle switch.
When held in the up position, the Wire Drive will feed wire, but neither the power source nor the gas solenoid will be energized. When cold feeding, the feed speed can be adjust­ed by rotating the WFS encoder knob on the Control Box. Adjusting the cold feed will not affect the run in or welding wire feed speed. When the cold feed switch is released, the cold feed value is saved.
When this switch is held in the down position, the gas sole­noid valve is energized, but neither the power source nor the drive motor will be energized.
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OPERATION
HOT INCH
Hot inch occurs when the trigger is pulled and an arc is not established. After a 1.5 second period, the Sequencer will jump to the Weld state and the wire feeder will run at the preset wire feed speed on the dis­play. The wire is hot (output is on) at this point. Start, Upslope, Downslope, Crater, Burnback, Postflow, etc are all skipped when Hot Inch is activated.
FOOT AMPTROL
A Foot Amptrol Kit can be installed in order to operate the output of the machine using a pedal. Located on the Control Box, the Right encoder turns output on/off if desired. The left encoder sets the max work point limit. When the pedal is pressed OCV will be present and gas will not flow. As soon as the tungsten touches the work and there is current flow, the gas solenoid will turn on. If the arc breaks the machine will enter the postflow state. When the postflow timer expires, the machine will return to OCV mode and no gas will flow until the arc is established. If the pedal is released it turns the machine off, postflow will be entered until time out. When the postflow timer expires the machine will return to idle state and wait for trigger. Preflow will be presettable for external triggers if desired. Triggering machine with encoder will skip preflow.
WIRE DRIVE -- PC BOARD ADJUSTMENTS
WIRE REEL LOADING - READI-REELS, SPOOLS OR COILS
To Mount a 30 Lb. (14 kg) Readi-Reel Package (Using the Molded Plastic K363-P Readi-Reel Adapter:)
The Spindle should be located in the LOWER mounting hole.
1) Depress the Release Bar on the Retaining Collar and remove it from the spindle. See Figure BB.4.
2) Place the Adapter on the spindle. Re-install the Retaining Collar. Make sure that the
3) Release Bar “pops up” and that the collar retainers fully engage the retaining groove on the spindle.
4) Rotate the spindle and adapter so the retaining spring is at the 12 o'clock position.
5) Position the Readi-Reel so that it will rotate in a direction when feeding so as to be de-reeled from bottom of the coil.
6) Set one of the Readi-Reel inside cage wires on the slot in the retaining spring tab.
7) Lower the Readi-Reel to depress the retaining spring and align the other inside cage wires with the grooves in the molded adapter.
ELECTRODE POLARITY:
The system needs to be aware of the electrode polari­ty. ADIP switch setting on the Wire Drive PC boards is used for this purpose. See INSTALLATION Section “Setting DIP Switches in the Wire Drive”.
GEAR BOX RATIO:
The systems needs to know which gear has been installed on the Wire Drive, low or high speed. A DIP switch setting on the Wire Drive PC boards is used for this purpose. See INSTALLATION section“Wire Drive Ratio” for information on how to set the DIP Switch.
8) Slide cage all the way onto the adapter until the retaining spring "pops up" fully.
CAUTION
Check to be sure the Retaining Spring has fully returned to the locking position and has SECURELY locked the Readi-Reel Cage in place. Retaining Spring must rest on the cage, not the welding electrode.
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9) To remove Readi-Reel from Adapter, depress retaining spring tab with thumb while pulling the Readi-Reel cage from the molded adapter with both hands. Do not remove adapter from spindle.
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SPINNER NUT
COVER  PLATE
SLOTS
CARDBOARD COIL LINER
COIL
TIE WIRE
SPRING LOADED ARM
REEL
OPERATION
3) Tighten the spinner nut against the reel cover as much as possible by hand using the reel cover spokes for leverage. DO NOT hammer on the spin­ner nut arms.
4) Cut and remove only the tie wire holding the free end of the coil. Hook the free end around the rim of the reel cover and secure it by wrapping it around. Cut and remove the remaining tie wires.
CAUTION
Always be sure the free end of the coil is securely 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,
FIGURE BB.4
To Mount 10 to 44 Lb. (4.5-20 kg) Spools (12"/300 mm Diameter) or 14Lb.(6 Kg) Innershield Coils:
The Spindle should be located in the LOWER mounting hole.
which may tangle the wire. A feed so it must either be untangled or discarded. ___________________________________________
5) Be sure the coil reel is engaged with the spindle brake pin and the Release Bar on the Retaining Collar “pops up” and that the collar retainers fully engage the retaining groove on the spindle.
tangled coil will not
(For 8" (200 mm) spools, a K468 spindle adapter must first be slipped onto spindle.)
(For 13-14 lb. (6 Kg) Innershield coils, a K435 Coil Adapter must be used).
1) Depress the Release Bar on the Retaining Collar and remove it from the spindle.
2) Place the spool on the spindle making certain the spindle brake pin enters one of the holes in the back side of the spool. Be certain the wire comes off the reel in a direction so as to de-reel from the bottom of the coil.
3) Re-install the Retaining Collar. Make sure that the Release Bar “pops up” and that the collar retainers fully engage the retaining groove on the spindle.
To Mount a 50-60 Lb. (22.7-27.2 kg) Coil: (Using K1504-1 Coil Reel)
Reels a K438 Readi-Reel Adapter must be used). The Spindle must be located in the UPPER mounting hole.
(For 50-60 lb Readi-
FIGURE BB.5
1) With the K1504-1 Coil Reel mounted on to the 2" (51 mm) spindle (or with reel laying flat on the floor) loosen the spinner nut and remove the reel cover. See Figure BB.5.
2) Before cutting the tie wires, place the coil of elec­trode on the reel so it unwinds from the bottom as the reel rotates.
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OPERATION
FEEDING ELECTRODE AND BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
1) Turn the Reel or spool until the free end of the elec­trode is accessible.
2) While tightly holding the electrode, cut off the bent end and straighten the first 6" (150 mm). Cut off the first 1" (25 mm). (If the electrode is not properly straightened, it may not feed or may jam causing a "birdnest".)
3) Insert the free end through the incoming guide tube.
4) Press the Cold Inch key or the Cold Feed Mode gun trigger and push the electrode into the drive roll.
When feeding with the gun trigger, unless “COLD
WARNING
FEED” trigger mode is selected, the electrode and drive mechanism are always “HOT” to work and ground and could remain “HOT” several seconds after the gun trigger is released.
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5) Feed the electrode through the gun.
1) Press end of 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", jams, or breaks at the drive
roll, the drive roll pressure is too great. Back the pressure setting out one turn, run new wire through gun, and repeat above steps.
3) If the only result is drive roll slippage, disengage the
gun, pull the gun cable forward about 6" (150 mm). There should be a slight waviness in the exposed wire. If there is no waviness, the pressure is too low. Increase the pressure setting one turn, recon­nect the gun, tighten locking clamp and repeat the above steps.
PROCEDURE FOR SETTING ANGLE OF FEEDPLATE
1) Loosen the clamping collar screw using a 3/16"
Allen wrench. The clamping collar screw is accessed from the bottom of the feedplate. It is the screw which is perpendicular to the feeding direc­tion.
2) Rotate feedplate to the desired angle and tighten
clamping collar screw.
Adjust the brake tension with the thumbscrew on
6) the spindle hub, until the reel turns freely but with little or no overrun when wire feeding is stopped. Do not overtighten.
DRIVE ROLL PRESSURE SETTING
The Power Feed 10 Dual Wire Feeder pressure is fac­tory pre-set to about position “2" as shown on the pres­sure indicator on the front of the feedplate door. This is an approximate setting.
The optimum drive roll pressure varies with type of wire, surface condition, lubrication, and hardness. Too much pressure could cause “birdnesting”, but too little pressure could cause wire feed slippage with load and/or acceleration. The optimum drive roll setting can be determined as follows:
GAS GUARD REGULATOR SETTING
1) With the gas supply shut off, the Gas Guard regu­lator flow adjusting Key should be set to maximum (full clockwise) which is rated to be 60 SCFH (28 l/min).
2) Adjust gas supply flow rate for a level higher than will be required, then adjust Gas Guard flow adjust­ing Key counterclockwise to the desired gas flow rate.
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OPERATION
MAKING A WELD
1) Use only a network compatible power source.
2) Properly connect the electrode and work leads for the correct electrode polarity.
3) Set all desired parameters such as trigger logic, Run-in Speed, Acceleration, Electrode polarity, etc. per “DIP SWITCH SETUP” in the INSTALLATION section.
4)
Set 2-step, 4-step switch on wire drive to desired mode of operation. (Refer to “2-step/4-step switch operation” in this section.)
5) Select Weld Mode. (Refer to Control Box Operation in this section).
6) Use Control Select switches, increment/decrement switches, and encoder knobs to set desired para­meters for weld depending on what options are installed. (Refer to Control Box Operation in this section).
7) Feed the electrode through the gun and cable and then cut the electrode within approximately .38" (9.5 mm) of the end of the contact tip for solid wire and within approximately .75" (19mm) of the exten­sion guide for cored wire.
13) If required, starting can be optimized by adjusting the acceleration and/or run-in speed. (Refer to Control Box Operation in this section).
WIRE REEL CHANGING
At the end of a coil, remove the last of the old electrode coil from the conductor cable by either pulling it out at the nozzle end of the gun or by using the following pro­cedure:
1) Cut the end of the electrode off at the gun end. Do
not break it off by hand because this puts a slight bend in the wire making it difficult to pull it back through the nozzle.
2) Disconnect the gun cable from the gun connector
on the Power Feed 10 Dual wire drive unit and lay the gun and cable out straight.
3) Using pliers to grip the wire, pull it out of the cable
from the connector end.
4) After the electrode has been removed, reconnect
the gun cable to the drive. Load a new reel of elec­trode per the instructions in “Wire Reel Loading” in this section.
WIRE FEED OVERLOAD PROTECTION
8) Connect work cable to metal to be welded. Work cable must make good electrical contact to the work. The work must also be grounded as stated in "Arc Welding Safety Precautions".
WARNING
When using an Open Arc process, it is necessary to use correct eye, head, and body protection.
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9) If used, be sure shielding gas valve is turned on.
10) Position electrode over joint. End of electrode may
be lightly touching the work.
11) Lower welding helmet, close gun trigger, and start
welding. Hold the gun so the contact tip to work distance gives the correct electrical stickout as required for the procedure being used.
12) To stop welding, release the gun trigger and then
pull the gun away from the work after the arc goes out and Postflow time, if used, is over.
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The wire drive provides overload protection of the wire drive motor. If the wire drive motor becomes over­loaded for an extended period of time the wire drive will issue a shutdown command to the Control Box and force it’s status light to blink between green and red. The Control Box turns off the power source, wire feed and gas solenoid. The status light on the wire drive will continue to blink between green and red for about 30 seconds before the wire drive will automatically reset. At that time, the wire drive will issue a shutdown over command to the Control Box that will return the system to normal operation. The wire drive will force it’s status light to solid green.
Overloads can result from improper tip size, liner, drive rolls, or guide tubes, obstructions or bends in the gun cable, feeding wire that is larger than the rated capac­ity of the feeder or any other factors that would impede normal wire feeding. (See “Avoiding Wire Feeding Problems” in the MAINTENANCE section).
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OPERATION
COMPONENT STATUS LIGHTS
Each network component has a single status light. The light is a bicolor, Green/Red, LED. The purpose of the status light is to allow the operator to quickly iden­tify that the system is working properly or, if not, which
NOTE: The green light ON and steady indicates a normal functioning system.
component is causing the problem. By using the status lights the operator can quickly pinpoint the system problem to a particular component. See the following table for a complete listing and description of all status light conditions.
STATUS LIGHT STATES
LED State
Off
Green LED blink­ing at a “normal” rate
Power Source LED
Power Source is not turned ON or is not ing correctly.
It should only blink for a few seconds while the system is mapping (identifying compo­nents). If blinking continues every group may have a mapping error. (DIP switches may be set incorrectly).
function-
LED on any other nodes (components); Wire Feeder, Control Box Etc.
The system component is not receiving input power or
It should only blink for a few seconds until the system component (node) has been recog­nized. If the blinking continues at least one node in the group has a mapping error (DIP switches may be set incorrectly). The node or nodes with mapping errors will be blinking red.
• There may be too many components in the group. All components in the group will be blinking green.
• The power source bus may not be available. The bus may be being used to program another component.
• The LED’s of the power source and the component being programmed will be solid green.
is faulty.
Red LED blinking at a “normal” rate
Red/Green LED blinking at a “nor­mal” rate
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Indicates a recoverable communication fault. The power source should automatically recover: If it cannot recover the LED will be solid red.
Indicates a recoverable hardware fault such as over temperature, overload shutdown etc.
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Indicates a recoverable communication fault most likely caused by one of the following.
• More than one control box (UI) in the group. All control boxes in the group will be blinking red.
• No control box (UI) in the group. All nodes in the group will be blinking red.
• More than one node, of the same equip­ment type, has the same group and feed head (FH) numbers. All these nodes will be blinking red.
• The feed head DIP switches may be set to zero. The nodes with DIP switches set to zero will be blinking red.
•The node bus may be off. Indicates a recoverable hardware fault such
as over temperature, overload shutdown etc. Could also be an open shutdown circuit at the feed head (leads 570, 572 with tab terminals) typically used for water flow shutdown switches.
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OPERATION
STATUS LIGHT STATES (CON’T)
LED State
Red LED blinking at a fast rate
Red LED ON and steady
Green LED ON and steady
Power Source LED
Power source needs to be reprogrammed. Contact your Local Authorized Lincoln Field
ervice Facility.
S Power source has a non-recoverable hard-
ware fault. Contact your Local Authorized Lincoln Field Service Facility.
System normal and functional.
Normal Blinking LED - Each illumination should exist for 0.5 seconds.
Fast Blinking LED - Each illumination should exist for 0.1 seconds.
LED on any other nodes (components); Wire Feeder, Control Box Etc.
System component (node) needs to be reprogrammed. Contact your Local Authorized Lincoln Field Service Facility.
System component (node) has a non-recov­erable hardware fault. Contact your Local Authorized Lincoln Field Service Facility
System normal and functional.
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START OPTIONS E
ND OPTIONS
SET
SETUP
IR PORT
WELD WFS
LO= 180
HI= 220
200
WELD MODE ARC CONTROL
START OPTIONS END OPTIONS
SET
SETUP
IR PORT
WELD WFS
LO= 180
HI= 220
200
WELD MODE ARC CONTROL
SET
SETUP
IR PORT
Yes No
Enable Limits?
WAVEFORM CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
WELD MODE ARC CONTROL
START OPTIONS END OPTIONS
OPERATION
LIMIT SETTING
Each user memory can be optionally configured to limit the user’s range of control over some user interface set­tings. By default, user limits are not enabled. To set lim­its for a selected memory, first select a weld mode and perform a memory save. Next, press and hold the mem­ory button for five seconds. Release the memory button when the memory LED begins to blink rapidly and the Mode Select Panel displays indicate "Set Limits".
If the pass code has been set to a value other than zero, the user will be prompted to enter it. If the pass code is zero, the Mode Select Panel will immediately display the Limit Setup menu and the SETUP LED will illuminate:
One of these four items will blink to indicate which item will change when the Mode Select Panel Knob is rotated. Initially, the selected item will be the attribute. To select the high limit, press either Mode Select Panel button and the high limit value will begin to blink. Pressing either Mode Select Panel button again will cause the memory value to blink, pressing a third time will cause the low limit to blink.
Weld modes cannot be selected from the Limits Setup menu; the mode must be selected and saved to memory prior to entering the Limits Setup menu.
The memory value, high and low limit values are bound by the limits of the machine. For example, weld mode 49 may allow the wire feed speed to be adjusted between 10 and 200 in/min. These are referred to as "machine limits". Machine limits can vary between power sources and are also weld mode dependent.
The memory value must always be less than or equal to the high limit and greater than or equal to the low limit. The high limit must always be greater than or equal to the low limit and the low limit must always be less than or equal to the high limit. The rules are enforced automati­cally. If the low limit is increased above the memory value, the memory value will automatically increase.
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The above example shows a wire mode, constant current weld modes would show "Weld Amps" rather than "Weld WFS".
There are four items displayed on each Limit Setup screen. The long alphanumeric display shows the select­ed attribute (e.g. Weld WFS,Volts, etc.). The short alphanumeric displays show the selected attribute’s high and low user limits. The 7-segment displays show the value that is copied to procedure memory when a memo­ry recall is performed.
Memory Value
Attribute
High Limit
Low Limit
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To lock an attribute to a specific value, set the high and low limits to the desired value. The user will not be able to change it.
After setting limits, press the memory button that is flash­ing. The Mode Select Panel displays will prompt the user to save or discard the limit changes just made.
By pressing the Mode Select Panel button labeled YES, changes to limits are saved and user limits are automati­cally enabled. By pressing NO, any changes made to lim­its are discarded and the limit enable/disable state is not changed.
To enable or disable limits that have been established for any memory, press and hold the respective memory but­ton in for more than 10 seconds until the Mode Select Panel displays "Enable Limits?" Pressing "Yes" will use the established limits, while pressing "No" will ignore the established limits. The limits that have been set for any memory location will not be erased if they are disabled.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- ACCESSORIES SECTION -
Accessories .........................................................................................................Section CC
Drive Roll and Guide Tube Kits ..............................................................................CC-2
Other Accessories ........................................................................................CC-3/CC-6
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TABLE CC.1 – DRIVE ROLL AND GUIDE TUBE KITS
ACCESSORIES
Wire Size
Solid Steel Electrode
0.023” - 0.025” (0.6 mm) KP1505 - 030S
0.030” (0.8 mm) KP1505 - 030S
0.035” (0.9 mm) KP1505 - 035S
0.040” (1.0 mm) KP1505 - 045S
0.045” (1.2 mm) KP1505 - 045S
0.052” (1.4 mm) KP1505 - 052S 1/16” (1.6 mm) KP1505 - 1/16S 5/64” (2.0 mm) KP1505-5/64 3/32” (2.4 mm) KP1505-3/32
Cored Electrode
0.030 (0.8 mm) KP1505 - 035C
0.035” (0.9 mm) KP1505 - 035C
0.040” (1.0 mm) KP1505 - 045C
4-Roll
DH Drive
(4-Driven)
0.045” (1.2 mm) KP1505 - 045C
0.052” (1.4 mm) KP1505 - 052C 1/16” (1.6 mm) KP1505 - 1/16C
0.068” (1.7 mm) KP1505 - 068 5/64” (2.0 mm) KP1505 - 5/64 3/32” (2.4 mm) KP1505 - 3/32
Lincore Hard Facing
7/64” 7/64” (2.8mm) KP1505 - 7/64 .120” (3.0mm) KP1505 - 120
Aluminum Electrode
0.035” (0.9 mm) KP1507 - 035A
0.040” (1.0 mm) KP1507 - 040A 3/64” (1.2 mm) KP1507 - 3/64A 1/16” (1.6 mm) KP1507 - 1/16A 3/32” (2.2 mm) KP1507 - 3/32A
(2.8mm) KP1505 - 7/64H
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ACCESSORIES
FIELD INSTALLED OPTIONS/ACCESSORIES
OPTIONAL CONTROL PANEL KITS
• Arclink Cables
- Without Weld Cable Cable Lengths:
• Co-Axial Power Cable Cable Length:25 ft. (350 amps) K1796-25
50 ft. (350 amps) K1796-50 75 ft. (325 amps) K1796-75 100 ft. (325 amps) K1796-100
• Weld Power Cables
- Lug to Lug - 3/0, 600A, 60% Duty Cycle, 10 ft
- Lug to Lug - 3/0, 600A, 60% Duty Cycle, 35 ft
- Lug to Lug - 3/0, 600A, 60% Duty Cycle, 60 ft
- Lug to Lug - 3/0, 600A, 60% Duty Cycle, 110 ft
• Feed Plate Gun Receiver Bushings. For use with:
- Lincoln Gun Connector (K466-1)
- Innershield/SubArc Guns K1500-1
- Tweco® 4 Gun Connector (K466-2, K466-10)
- Magnum 200/300/400 Guns K1500-2
- Tweco® 5 Gun Connector (K1637-7)
- Magnum 550 Guns K1500-3
- Miller® Adapted Gun (K466-3) K1500-4
- OXO® Gun K1500-5
- Fast Mate Guns K489-7
- Magnum 200/300/400 to K1500-2 Adapter K466-2
- K613-7 Magnum 550 to K1500-3 Adapter K613-7
• Incoming Bushings
- Lincoln Conduit .025-1/16" K1546-1
- Lincoln Conduit 1/16-1/8" K1546-2
• Wire Straightener
- For 10-Series Feed Heads or Separate Mounting K1733-1
8 ft K1543-8 16 ft K1543-16 25 ft K1543-25 50 ft K1543-50 100 ft K1543-100
K1842-1 K1842-35 K1842-60 K1842-110
• Readi-Reel Adapters
- Adapts 22-30 lb. Readi-Reels to a 2" Spindle K363P
- Adapts 50-60 lb. Readi-Reels to a 2" Spindle K438
• Coil Adapter
- Adapts 50-60 lb. Lincoln coils to a 2" Spindle K1504-1
• Plastic Wire Cover for 30-44 lb. Wire Packages K1634-1
• Plastic Wire Cover for up
to 60 lb. Wire Packages K1634-2
• Water Connection Kit K590-6
• Water Connection Adapter KP1529-1
• Magnum Flow Sensor K1536-1
• Gas Guard Regulator K659-1
• Dual Procedure Switch (5 pin)
with Trigger Leads K683-3
• Large Panel Security Door K1574-1
• Swivel Platform K1557-1
• Light Duty Caster Kit K1556-1
• Insulated Lift Bail K1555-1
K162-1 - WIRE SPINDLE ADAPTER
Spindle for boom mounting Readi-Reels and 2” (51 mm) I.D. spools with up to 60 lb. (27.2 kg) capacity. User mounted to appropriately prepared boom frame­work. Includes an easily adjustable friction brake for control of overrun (a 2” spindle is standard on Power Feed 10 Dual Bench model).
When a 2” (51 mm) spindle is used with Readi-Reels, or coils not on 12” (305 mm) or 8” (203 mm) O.D. spools, an adapter is required:
• Spindle Adapters
- For Mounting Readi-Reels and 2" I.D. Spools up to 60 lbs. K162-1
- For Mounting Readi-Reels and 2" I.D. Spools up to 60 lbs. K162-1H
- For 14 lb. Innershield Coils to be
mounted on 2" O.D. Spools K435
- For 8" O.D. Small spools (10-12.5 lbs.)
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to be mounted on 2" O.D. spindles K468
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K1504-1 - COIL ADAPTER
Permits 50 lb to 60 lb (22.7-27.2 Kg.) coils to be mounted on 2” (51 mm) O.D. spindles.
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K435 - COIL ADAPTER
Permits 14 lb. (6 kg) Innershield coils to be mounted on 2” (51 mm) O.D. spindles.
K363P - READI-REEL ADAPTER
Adapts Lincoln Readi-Reel coils of electrode 30 lb. (14 kg) and 22 lb. (10 kg) to a 2” (51 mm) spindle. Durable molded plastic one piece construction. Designed for easy loading; adapter remains on spindle for quick changeover.
K438 - READI-REEL ADAPTER
Adapts Lincoln Readi-Reel coils of electrode 50-60 lb. (22.7-27.2 kg) to a 2” (51 mm) spindle
GUNS AND GUN ADAPTERS
The Power Feed 10 Dual wire feeder is equipped with a factory installed K1500-2 gun connection Kit. This kit is for guns having a Tweco™ #2-#4 connector. The Power Feed 10 Dual has been designed to make con­necting a variety of guns easy and inexpensive with the K1500 series of gun connection kits. Gun trigger and dual procedure lead connections connect to the single 5 pin receptacle on the front of the wire drive box.
LINCOLN FUME EXTRACTION GUNS
The K556 (250XA) and K566 (400XA) guns require that a K489-7 Fast-Mate™ adapter kit be installed.
The K206, K289, and K309 require only the installation of a K1500-1 connector in the Power Feed wire feed­er.
NON-LINCOLN GUNS
Most competitive guns can be connected to the Power Feed by using one of the K1500 series adapter kits.
GUN RECEIVER BUSHINGS AND ADAPTERS
K489-7 (DUAL SCHEDULE FAST-MATE ADAPTER)
This adapter installs directly into the wire drive feed­plate, to provide for use of guns with Fast-Mate or European style gun connections. This K489-7 will han­dle both standard Fast-Mate and Dual Schedule Fast­Mate guns.
K1500-1 (LINCOLN INNERSHIELD GUN STANDARD CONNECTION)
MAGNUM 200/300/400 GUNS
The easiest and least expensive way to use Magnum 200/300/400 guns with the Power Feed 10 Dual wire feeder is to order them with the K466-10 connector kit, or to buy a completely assembled Magnum gun hav­ing the K466-10 connector (such as the K471-21, -22, and -23 dedicated Magnum 400 guns and the K497-20 and -21 dedicated Magnum 200 guns).
MAGNUM 550 GUNS
The easiest and least expensive way to use the Magnum 550 guns with Power Feed 10 Dual wire feeders is to order the gun with the K613-2 connector kit, and install a K1500-3 gun connection kit to the wire feeder.
LINCOLN INNERSHIELD AND SUB ARC GUNS
All of these guns can be connected to the Power Feed by using the K1500-1 Adapter Kit.
Use this kit to connect the following guns: Guns hav­ing a Lincoln standard innershield gun connector, Magnum 200/300/400 with K466-1 connector kit, and Magnum 550 guns with the K613-1 gun connection kit.
K1500-2 (TWECO #2-#4 TYPE CONNEC­TION)
The K1500-2 gun adapter comes factory installed on the Power Feed 10 Dual wire feeder. Use this adapter for guns that have a Tweco #2-#4 connector. Such guns include Magnum 200/300/400 guns with K466-2 connector kit, and completely factory assembled Magnum guns that are factory equipped with the K466-2 connector (such as the K471-21, -22, and -23 dedicated Magnum 400 guns and the K497-20 and -21 Magnum 200 guns).
K1500-3 (TWECO #5 CONNECTION)
For Magnum 550 gun with K613-2 Connection Kit, and any other gun having a Tweco #5 connector .
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K1500-4 (MILLER CONNECTION)
For any gun having a newer style Miller connector. Install gun adapters per the instructions shipped with it.
K1500-5 (OXO CONNECTION)
For any gun having an OXO style connector. Install gun adapters per the instructions shipped with it.
CONDUIT ADAPTERS
K1546-2 ADAPTER
for use with Lincoln Magnum conduit and E-Beam con­duit (wire sizes 1/16 - .120)
For Magnum conduit: Install the K1546-2 gun adapter at the incoming end of
the feed plate, secure with the set screw located at the back of the feed plate. If a brass fitting is supplied with the conduit, remove it from the feeder end of the con­duit by unscrewing it. Insert the conduit into the K1546­2, secure the conduit by fastening it the the adapter with the supplied knob screw.
K683-1 DUAL PROCEDURE SWITCH
The K683-3 Dual Procedure Switch is the recommend­ed method of obtaining dual procedure for non-Fast­Mate guns; but a K683-1 can be used. For using a K683-1 with a fast mate gun, see USING DUAL PRO­CEDURE WITH FAST-MATE GUNS. A K683-1 Dual Procedure Switch can be used on the Power Feed 10 Dual if a K686-2 adapter is used. The K686-2 kit includes the gun switch and mountings for Lincoln Innershield and Magnum guns, with 15 ft. (4.5 m) con­trol cable and 3-pin plug. K686-2 Adapter permits the 3-pin plug from the K683-1and 5-pin gun trigger plug to be connected to the 5-pin trigger/dual procedure receptacle on the wire feeder.
USING DUAL SCHEDULE WITH FAST­MATE GUNS ON -10 SERIES FEEDERS
Configuration 1 K489-7 Dual Schedule Fast-Mate adapter K575-[ ] Magnum 400 DS/FM gun (or competitive
DS/FM gun)
For E-Beam Conduit: Install the K1546-2 gun adapter at the incoming end of
the feed plate, secure with the set screw located at the back of the feed plate. Insert the conduit into the K1546-2, secure the conduit by fastening it the the adapter with the supplied knob screw.
DUAL PROCEDURE SWITCH OPTIONS
K683-3 DUAL PROCEDURE SWITCH
Kit includes gun switch, and mountings for Lincoln Innershield and Magnum guns, with 15 ft. (4.5m) con­trol cable and 5-pin plug with two leads to connect to gun trigger.
Connect the 5-pin plug of the K683-3 Dual procedure Switch to the Power Feed 10 Dual Wire Feeder Trigger/Dual Procedure 5-socket receptacle.
The two lead plug cord extending out of the 5-pin plug of the Dual Procedure switch is to be connected to the two trigger leads of the welding gun per instructions shipped with the kit.
Configuration 2 K489-7 Dual Schedule Fast-Mate adapter K683-1 Dual Procedure Switch (3 pin) K686-2 "Y" adapter (3pin + 5 pin to 5 pin)
* Non-DS Fast-Mate gun (Magnum 450WC, Magnum 200, Magnum 300, Magnum 400, and others)
*
K590-6 WATER CONNECTION KIT
Install per the instructions shipped with the kit.
K1536-1 W ATER FLOW SENSOR KIT
Install per the instructions shipped with the kit
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K659-1 GAS GUARD REGULATOR
Adjustable flow regulator with removable adjuster key for CO2 and Argon blend gases. Mounts onto feeder inlet, and reduces gas waste and arc start “blow” by reducing surge caused by excess pressure in supply hose.
Install the 5/8-18 male outlet of the regulator to the 5/8-18 female gas inlet on the back panel of the wire drive. Secure fitting with flow adjuster key at top. Attach gas supply to 5/8-18 female inlet of regulator per INSTALLA­TION section.
K1556-1 LIGHT DUTY CASTER KIT
This option provides 4 casters and all required hardware to mount it to the Power Feed Wire Feeder.
K1555-2 INSULATED LIFT HOOK
For applications where an insulated lift hook is required. This kit provides an easily installed, heavy duty insulated lift eye that mounts to the wire reel stand mast. See the instructions provided with the kit for installation.
K1733-1 WIRE STRAIGHTENER
Install per the Instructions shipped with the Kit.
K2339-1 PUSH-PULL KIT AND K2320-1 FOOT AMPTROL AMPHENOL
The push-pull kit provides direct connection of a Cobra Gold or Prince XL torch to the
Feeder
wire feeder.
The kit is intended for use with the following Cobra Max, Python or Prince XL torches:
Cobra Max
K2252-1 Air Cooled 15ft.(4.5m) K2252-2 Air Cooled 25ft.(7.6m)
Python
K2211-2 Air Cooled 25ft.(7.6m) K2212-2 Water Cooled 25ft.(7.6m) K2211-3 Air Cooled 50ft.(15.6m) K2212-3 Water Cooled 50ft.(15m)
Prince XL
K2296-2 Air Cooled 25ft.(7.6) K1592-2 Water Cooled 25ft.(7.6)
Power Feed 10M Dual Wire
K2212-1 Water Cooled 15ft.(4.5m)
K1592-1 Water Cooled 15ft.(4.5)
K1592-3 Water Cooled 50ft.(15.6
)
K1546-1 CONDUIT ADAPTER
Install per the Instructions shipped with the Kit.
K1551-2 INCOMING BUSHING (4 Ball Roller)
Remove all input power to the Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder before installing the Connection Adapter Kit.
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(Standard on codes 10600 and up)
This ball bearing equipped incoming bushing can be used in place of the standard incoming wire bushing, when feeding solid steel or cored wire electrodes. It significantly reduces any abrasion to the electrode wire where it enters the feed head. This results in even smoother, more trouble free operation.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual of the Torch for Amperage and Duty Cycle rating information. The torch rating may not match the rating of the power source.
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MAKING A WELD WITH THE PRINCE XL OR COBRA GOLD TORCH INSTALLED
• Set the idle roll pressure on the wire drive between an indicator reading of 0-2. Arecommended start point is
1.5.
• Depending on the weld mode, set the Voltage or Trim at the control knob located on the upper case front panel.
• The Wire Feed Speed (WFS) is set using the control knob on the Torch. The left control knob on the
Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder
being set at the torch is displayed on the
10M Dual Wire Feeder
• All weld parameters normally available for the active weld mode are available during push-pull operation. Refer to the Operation Section of this manual.
CAUTION
WARNING
Power Feed 10M Dual Wire Feeder
is inactive. The actual WFS
.
using the right
Power
Power Feed
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POWER FEED 10M SINGLE/DUAL
Section DD-1 Section DD-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- MAINTENANCE SECTION -
Maintenance ........................................................................................................Section DD
Safety Precautions .................................................................................................DD-2
Routine Maintenance..............................................................................................DD-2
e Reel Mounting - Readi-Reels and 10 through 30lb (4.5-14kg) Spools .........DD-2
Wir
Avoiding Wire Feeding Problems...........................................................................DD-2
Periodic Maintenance.............................................................................................DD-2
Procedure for Removing Feedplate from Wire Feeder ..........................................DD-2
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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Safety Precautions
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts such as output terminals or internal wiring.
When inching with gun trigger, electrode and
• drive mechanism are “hot” to work and ground and could remain energized several seconds after the gun trigger is released.
• Turn OFF input power at welding power source before installation or changing drive roll and/or guide tubes.
• Welding power source must be connect­ed to system ground per the National Electrical Code or any applicable local codes.
Only qualified personnel should perform maintenance work.
Observe all additional Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Avoiding Wire Feeding Problems
Wire feeding problems can be avoided by observing the following gun handling and feeder set up proce­dures: a) Do not kink or pull cable around sharp corners.
b) Keep the electrode cable as straight as possible
when welding or loading electrode through cable.
c) Do not allow dolly wheels or trucks to run over
cables.
d) Keep cable clean by following maintenance instruc-
tions.
e) Use only clean, rust-free electrode. The Lincoln
electrodes have proper surface lubrication.
f) Replace contact tip when the arc starts to become
unstable or the contact tip end is fused or deformed. g) Do not use excessive wire spindle brake settings. h) Use proper drive rolls, wire guides and drive roll
pressure settings.
Gun and Cable connection: After feeding every coil of wire; check tightness of gun connection to wire feed brass bushing.
Drive Rolls and Guide Tubes
After feeding every coil of wire, inspect the drive roll section. Clean it as necessary. Inner Wire Guides are stamped with the wire sizes they will feed. If a wire size other than that stamped on the roll(s) is to be used, the roll(s) and Inner Wire Guides must be changed.
All drive rolls have two identical grooves. The rolls may be flipped over to use the other groove.
See “Procedure to Install Drive Rolls and Wire Guides” in the INSTALLATION section for roll changing instruc­tions.
The driver rolls and
Wire Reel Mounting - Readi-Reels and 10 through 30lb (4.5-14kg) Spools
No routine maintenance required.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
• Every year inspect the gearbox and coat the teeth with a Moly-disulfide grease. Do Not use graphite grease.
• Every six months check the motor brushes. Replace them if they are less than 1/4" long.
• Replace the drive rolls and inner wire guide when they are worn.
• Replace the pig tail if the insulation is cut, abraded or damaged.
Gun and Cable Maintenance
See appropriate Operator’s Manual.
Procedure for Removing Feedplate from Wire Feeder
1) Loosen the clamping collar screw using a 3/16" Allen wrench. The clamping collar screw is accessed from the bottom of the feedplate. It is the screw which is perpendicular to the feeding direc­tion.
2) Loosen the retaining screw, which is also accessed from bottom of feeder, using a 3/16" Allen wrench. Continue to loosen the screw until the feedplate can be easily pulled off of the wire feeder.
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22
33
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66
44
MAINTENANCE
1. CONTROL BOX ASSEMBL Y
2. WIRE DRIVE ASSEMBLY
3. MOTORS ASSEMBLY
4. GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY
5. SPINDLE ASSEMBLY
6. REEL STAND ASSEMBLY
FIGURE DD.1 - MAJOR COMPONENT LOCATION
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NOTES
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