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VANTAGE
441X
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CV-WIRE MODE
Connect a wire feeder to the Vantage
controls according to the instructions listed earlier in this section.
The Vantage
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441X in the CV-WIRE position, permits it to be
used with a broad range of ux cored wire (Innershield
Outershield
) electrodes and solid wires for GMAW (MIG) welding.
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Welding can be nely tuned using the ARC CONTROL. Turning the
ARC CONTROL clockwise from -10 (soft) to +10 (crisp) changes
the arc from soft and washed-in to crisp and narrow. It acts as an
inductance/pinch control. The proper setting depends on the
procedure and operator preference. Start with the knob set at 0.
For any electrodes, including the above recommendations, the
procedures should be kept within the rating of the machine. For
additional electrode information, see www.lincolnelectric.com or
the appropriate Lincoln publication.
Synergic CV
For each wire feed speed, a corresponding voltage is prepro-
grammed into the machine through special software at the
factory.
The nominal preprogrammed voltage is the best average voltage
for a given wire feed speed, but may be adjusted to preference.
When the wire feed speed changes, the Vantage
automatically adjusts the voltage level correspondingly to maintain
similar arc characteristics throughout the WFS range. See Table
B.4 for the available synergy modes accessible via ARCLINK
mode.
Non-Synergic CV
In non-synergic modes, the WFS control behaves more like a
conventional CV power source where WFS and voltage are
independent adjustments. Therefore to maintain the arc charac-
teristics, the operator must adjust the voltage to compensate for
any changes made to the WFS.
ARC GOUGING MODE
For optimal performance when arc gouging, set the Vantage
441X WELD MODE SELECTOR knob to the ARC GOUGING position.
Set the OUTPUT CONTROL knob to adjust output current to the
desired level for the gouging electrode being used according to
the ratings in Table B.3 below.
If gouging above 450 amps, it is recommended to set the machine
to HIGH IDLE.
*Maximum current setting is limited to the Vantage
maximum of 525 amps.
TABLE B.3
ELECTRODE
DIAMETER
1/8" (3.2 mm)
5/32" (4.0 mm)
3/16" (4.8 mm)
1/4" (6.4 mm)
5/16" (7.9 mm)
3/8" (9.5 mm)
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441X and set welder
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and
441X
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441X
CURRENT RANGE
DCEP (+)
30-60 Amps
90-150 Amps
200-250 Amps
300-400 Amps
350-450 Amps
450-525 Amps
NOTE: If desired the CV-WIRE mode can be used for arc gouging
applications.
ARCLINK MODE
This weld mode is intended to unlock basic non-synergic and
synergic modes intended for use with compatible ArcLink wire
feeders. All of the Vantage
disabled in this mode and controlling the power source is accom-
plished from the wire feeder user interface.
Hot Start – Not used for this welding process.
Arc Control – Not used for this welding process.
Weld Terminals On/Remote – Not used for this welding process.
Amperage Display – This display will display three dashed lines
when the machine is in the idle state. This indicates that
amperage is not settable in this weld mode. While output is
enabled, the actual welding amperage will be displayed. After
welding, the meter holds the actual amperage value for 5
seconds. Output adjustment while in the "hold" period results in
the "prior to operation" characteristics stated above. The displays
blink indicating that the machine is in the "Hold" period.
Voltage Display – This display will display the pre-set welding
voltage when the machine is in the idle state. After welding, the
meter holds the actual voltage value for 5 seconds. Output
adjustment while in the "hold" period results in the "prior to
operation" characteristics stated above. The displays blink
indicating that the machine is in the "Hold" period.
Output Control Local/Remote – Not used for this welding process
Output Control – Not used for this welding process
B-12
OPERATION
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441X user interface controls are
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