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Lincoln Electric ARC TRACKER 11724 Operator's Manual

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IM10090
| Issue D ate Sep-11
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  • Page 1 RETURN TO MAIN MENU Operator’s Manual ARC TRACKER ™ For use with machines having Code Numbers: 11724 Register your machine: www.lincolnelectric.com/register Authorized Service and Distributor Locator: www.lincolnelectric.com/locator Save for future reference Date Purchased Code: (ex: 10859) Serial: (ex: U1060512345) IM10090 | Issue D ate Sep-11 ©...

  • Page 2: California Proposition 65 Warnings

    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.
  • Page 3 SAFETY ARC RAYS can burn. ELECTRIC SHOCK can 4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover kill. plates to protect your eyes from sparks and 3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits the rays of the arc when welding or observing are electrically “hot”...
  • Page 4 SAFETY WELDING and CUTTING CYLINDER may explode SPARKS can if damaged. cause fire or explosion. 7.a. Use only compressed gas cylinders 6.a. Remove fire hazards from the welding area. containing the correct shielding gas for the If this is not possible, cover them to prevent process used and properly operating the welding sparks from starting a fire.
  • Page 5 SAFETY PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ 6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de prévenir tout risque dʼincendie dû aux étincelles. Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce 7.
  • Page 6 2004/108/EC. It was manufactured in conformity with a national standard that implements a harmonized standard: EN 60974-10 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Product Standard for Arc Welding Equipment. It is for use with other Lincoln Electric equipment. It is designed for industrial and professional use. Introduction All electrical equipment generates small amounts of electromagnetic emission.
  • Page 7 SAFETY Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) The size of the surrounding area to be considered will depend on the structure of the building and other activities that are taking place. The surrounding area may extend beyond the boundaries of the premises. Methods of Reducing Emissions Mains Supply Welding equipment should be connected to the mains supply according to the manufacturer’s recommenda- tions.
  • Page 8 Electric for advice or information about their use of our products. We respond to our customers based on the best information in our posses- sion at that time. Lincoln Electric is not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice, and assumes no liability, with respect to such infor- mation or advice.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    viii viii TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Installation .......................Section A Technical Specifications ..................A-1 Safety Precautions ..................A-2 Select Suitable Location..................A-2 Lifting.......................A-2 Stacking ......................A-2 Environmental Limitations ................A-2 Input and Grounding Connections ..............A-2 High Frequency Protection ..................A-2 Recommended Electrode and Work Cable for arc Welding ........A-2 Electrical Connection ..................A-3 Work Connection.....................A-3 Remote Sense Lead Specification ..............A-3...

  • Page 10: Installation

    INSTALLATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - ARC TRACKER™ INPUT VOLTAGE AND CURRENT Input Amperes Model Input Voltage ± 10% K3019-1 120-230 V AC, 50/60 Hz 0.8-0.5 A RATED OPERATING RANGE NEMA EW1 Duty Cycle Volts at Rated Amperes Amperes 100% 44 V DC 1000 A DC RATED OPERATING RANGE IEC60974-1 Duty Cycle...

  • Page 11: Safety Precautions

    INSTALLATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The ARC TRACKER™ can be connected to 120 V AC or 230 V AC, 50 or 60 Hz. The power supply inside WARNING the unit can accept any single phase input voltage from 120 V AC to 230 V AC. The unit is shipped from ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.

  • Page 12: Work Connection

    INSTALLATION REMOTE SENSE LEAD SPECIFICATIONS • Select the appropriate size cables per the "Output Cable Guidelines" Table A.1. Excessive voltage (See Figure A.1) drops caused by undersized welding cables and In order to get an accurate measurement of the true poor connections often result in unsatisfactory weld- energy going in to the weld, it is critical to get an ing performance.

  • Page 13: Connection Diagram-Electrode Positive

    INSTALLATION FIGURE A.1 CONNECTION DIAGRAM-ELECTRODE POSITIVE (0-500A) CONNECTION DIAGRAM-ELECTRODE POSITIVE (500-750A) CONNECTION DIAGRAM-ELECTRODE POSITIVE (750-1000A) ARC TRACKER™...

  • Page 14: Operation

    OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GRAPHIC SYMBOLS THAT APPEAR ON THIS MACHINE Read this entire section of operating instructions before operating the machine. OR IN THIS MANUAL WARNING MACHINE STATUS ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. • Unless using cold feed feature, when feeding with gun trigger, the electrode and drive mechanism are always electrically energized and could remain energized several...

  • Page 15: Product Description

    OPERATION GRAPHIC SYMBOLS THAT PRODUCT DESCRIPTION APPEAR ON THIS MACHINE General Functional Description OR IN THIS MANUAL The ARC TRACKER™ is a high-performance, portable product designed to accurately measure the WELD AMPERAGE True Energy delivered into a weld from any welding machine (DC process only).

  • Page 16: Recommended Processes And Equipment

    See the installation section for prop- er connectivity. • The ARC TRACKER™ has been calibrated before being shipped from the factory. The Lincoln Electric Company recommends that end-users of its welding equipment evaluate the suitability of utilizing this...
  • Page 17 OPERATION CASE FRONT CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS 8. Right Push button (See Figure B.1) 9. Center Knob 1. Amps Display 10. ON/OFF Switch 2. Volts Display 11. Status LED 3. Amps Calibration Knob 12. Ethernet Connector 4. Volts Calibration Knob 13. Voltage Sense Lead Connector 5.

  • Page 18: Case Back Controls

    OPERATION CASE BACK (TERMINAL COVERS NOT SHOWN) Case Back Descriptions (See Figure B.2) 1. Left weld terminals (weld current IN) 2. Right weld terminals (weld current OUT) 3. Input cord receptacle FIGURE B.2 POWER-UP SEQUENCE When power is applied to the ARC TRACKER™, the status light will flash green for up to 60 seconds.

  • Page 19: Set-Up Feature Menu

    OPERATION SETUP MENU FEATURES SET-UP FEATURES MENU The Setup Menu gives access to the Setup (See Figure B.1) Configuration. Stored in the setup configuration are 1. To access the set-up menu, press the Right and user parameters that generally only need to be set at Left buttons of the Main Display panel simultane- installation.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    Shunt: GE 1000A/100mV Master Shunt users of its welding equipment evaluate the suitability of utilizing the ARC TRACKER™ in their quality sys- • Resistive Load, such as Lincoln Electric Master tem. Load 750 (750 A max). Determine if periodic calibration is required and the •...

  • Page 21: Calibration Procedure

    MAINTENANCE CALIBRATION PROCEDURE The reference meter readings should be entered into Table D.1 in the reference meter value column. The ARC TRACKER™ meter readings should be entered Allow a 5 minute “warm-up” period for all instruments into Table 1 in the ARC TRACKER™ as found col- and power source before applying a load.
  • Page 22 MAINTENANCE Adjustment Procedure: ARC TRACKER™ Front Panel FIGURE D.2 AMMETER VOLT METER DISPLAY DISPLAY AMMETER VOLT METER CALIBRATION CALIBRATION ADJUST ADJUST MESSAGE DISPLAY CALIBRATION MODE LED LEFT PUSH BUTTON RIGHT PUSH CENTER BUTTON KNOB 4. With the power source turned off, press the right 1.
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE 7. Turn the Volt Meter Calibration Adjust knob located under the volt meter on the user-interface until it matches the reference volt meter. 8. Turn the Ammeter Calibration Adjust knob under the ammeter on the user-interface until it matches the reference ammeter.

  • Page 24: How To Use Troubleshooting Guide

    HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING Service and Repair should only be performed by Lincoln Electric Factory Trained Personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician and machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid Electrical Shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION Ethernet Cannot Connect. 1. Physical connection. 1. Verify that the correct patch cable or cross over cable is being used (refer to local IT department for assistance).

  • Page 26: Using The Status Led To Troubleshoot System Problems

    TROUBLESHOOTING USING THE STATUS LED TO TROUBLESHOOT SYSTEM PROBLEMS Not all of the Arc Tracker™ errors will be displayed on the user interface. If a problem occurs it is important to note the con- dition of the status lights. Therefore, prior to cycling power to the system, check the power source status light for error sequences as noted below.
  • Page 27 ENHANCED DIAGRAM DIAGRAMS ARC TRACKER™...
  • Page 28 DIMENSION PRINT ARC TRACKER™...
  • Page 29 This parts list is provided as an informative guide only. It was accurate at the time of printing. These pages are only updated on the Service Navigator DVD and in Lincoln Electricʼs official Parts Book (BK-34). When ordering parts, always refer to Lincoln Electricʼs official Parts Book (BK-34) for the latest pages.
  • Page 30 P-675-A P-675-A MAIN ASSEMBLY 03-18-2011 ARC TRACKER ™...
  • Page 31 P-675-A.1 P-675-A.1 ARC TRACKER ™ For Code: 11742 Do Not use this Parts List for a machine if its code number is not listed. Contact the Service Department for any code numbers not listed. Use the Main Assembly drawing on the left hand page and the table below to determine which sub assembly page and column the desired part is located on for your particular code machine.
  • Page 32 MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS P-675-B.2 P-675-B.2 (THESE ITEMS ARE NOT ILLUSTRATED) # Indicates a change this printing. Use only the parts marked “x” in the column under the heading number called for in the model index page. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO.
  • Page 33 NOTES ARC TRACKER ™...
  • Page 34 P-675-C P-675-C Base Assembly and Front Components 11 11 03-18-2011 ARC TRACKER ™...
  • Page 35 P-675-C.1 P-675-C.1 # Indicates a change this printing. Use only the parts marked “x” in the column under the heading number called for in the model index page. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. QTY.
  • Page 36 P-675-D P-675-D Cover Assembly 03-18-2011 ARC TRACKER ™...
  • Page 37 P-675-D.1 P-675-D.1 # Indicates a change this printing. # Indicates a change this printing. Use only the parts marked “x” in the column under the Use only the parts marked “x” in the column under the heading number called for in the model index page. heading number called for in the model index page.
  • Page 38 P-675-E P-675-E Shelf Assembly 03-18-2011 ARC TRACKER ™...
  • Page 39 P-675-E.1 P-675-E.1 # Indicates a change this printing. # Indicates a change this printing. Use only the parts marked “x” in the column under the Use only the parts marked “x” in the column under the heading number called for in the model index page. heading number called for in the model index page.
  • Page 40 P-675-F P-675-F Base Assembly Rear Components 14C 14D 03-18-2011 ARC TRACKER ™...
  • Page 41 P-675-F.1 P-675-F.1 # Indicates a change this printing. # Indicates a change this printing. Use only the parts marked “x” in the coumn under the heading number called for in the model index page. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO.
  • Page 42 P-675-G P-675-G Wraparound Assembly 03-18-2011 ARC TRACKER ™...
  • Page 43 P-675-G.1 P-675-G.1 # Indicates a change this printing. # Indicates a change this printing. Use only the parts marked “x” in the coumn under the heading number called for in the model index page. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO.
  • Page 44 NOTES ARC TRACKER ™...
  • Page 45 NOTES ARC TRACKER™...
  • Page 46 Do not touch electrically live parts or Keep flammable materials away. Wear eye, ear and body protection. WARNING electrode with skin or wet clothing. Insulate yourself from work and ground. Spanish AVISO DE No toque las partes o los electrodos Mantenga el material combustible Protéjase los ojos, los oídos y el bajo carga con la piel o ropa mojada.
  • Page 47 Keep your head out of fumes. Turn power off before servicing. Do not operate with panel open or WARNING Use ventilation or exhaust to remove guards off. fumes from breathing zone. Spanish Los humos fuera de la zona de res- AVISO DE Desconectar el cable de alimentación No operar con panel abierto o...
  • Page 48 Lincoln Electric for advice or information about their use of our products. We respond to our customers based on the best information in our possession at that time. Lincoln Electric is not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice, and assumes no liability, with respect to such information or advice.

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