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IM465-B
INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER
®
October, 1999
This manual for use with DC TIG Starter Codes 9926, 9990 & 10368
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 thought-
ful operation on your part. DO
NOT INSTALL, OPERATE OR
REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT
WITHOUT
READING
THIS
MANUAL AND THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED
THROUGHOUT. And, most
importantly, think before you act
and be careful.
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- Page 1 RETURN TO MAIN MENU IM465-B INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER ® October, 1999 This manual for use with DC TIG Starter Codes 9926, 9990 & 10368 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 ...
- Page 2 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 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.
- Page 4 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. Remember that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.
- Page 5 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 suiv- antes: Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Arc 1. Protegez-vous contre la secousse électrique: a.
- Page 6 This statement appears where the information must be followed to avoid minor personal injury or damage to this equipment. for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product •••...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Installation ...Section A Technical Specifications ...A-1 Product Description ...A-2 Recommended Processes and Equipment ...A-2 Compatible Lincoln Equipment ...A-2 Location ...A-2 High Frequency Interference Protection ...A-2 Securing to Invertec...A-3 Input Connection...A-3 Output Connection...A-3 Torch Connection ...A-3 Torch Connection Cover Installation...A-4 Gas Connection ...A-4 Water/Coolant Return Connection...A-4 Water Solenoid Removal ...A-4... - Page 8 NOTES...
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Page 9: Installation
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – DC TIG STARTER Standard Voltage/Frequency 42 VAC ±15% / 50/60 Hz. Duty Cycle 60% Duty Cycle 100% Duty Cycle Height 6.44 in 164 mm INSTALLATION INPUT 2.0 Amps - Rated Output CURRENT LIMIT PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS Width Depth 10.72 in 21.01 in 272 mm... -
Page 10: Product Description
For best results, use of Thoriated Tungsten electrodes is recommended. COMPATIBLE LINCOLN ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT. - V300’s with 5.5 amp 42 VAC auxiliary supply. - V200’s with 5.5 amp 42 VAC auxiliary supply. - Field installed options and accessories. See ACCESSORIES section. -
Page 11: Securing To Invertec
b. Keep the work and torch leads as short as possible and as close together as possible. Lengths should not exceed 25 ft. (7.6m). Tape the leads together when practical. c. Be sure the torch and work cable rubber coverings are free of cuts and cracks that allow high frequen- cy leakage. -
Page 12: Torch Connection Cover Installation
Figure 2 below shows connection of water-cooled torches with the required 7/8-RH to 5/8-RH adapter for the gas fitting. The water/coolant inlet connection for the torch should be connected directly to the 7/8-LH water/coolant connection. FIGURE 2 Connection Diagram for Water-Cooled Torches. 7/8 - RH TO 5/8 - RH ADAPTER 5/8 - RH GAS CONNECTION POWER / GAS... -
Page 13: Operation
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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 danger- ous. -
Page 14: Power Source And Starter Kit Operation
Power Source and Starter Kit Operation Duty Cycle The DC TIG Starter kit is rated to match the V300 Invertec’s duty cycle of 300 amps, 60% duty cycle, and 250 amps, 100% duty cycle. Invertec Control Function/Operation Power Switch: Placing the Invertec’s power switch in the “ON”... -
Page 15: Dc Tig Starter Control Function/Operation
DC TIG Starter Control Function/Operation Postflow Time: An infinite range of postflow times between 5 and 55 seconds can be set by adjusting this knob on the front panel. Downslope: Current downslope “fade-out” can be reg- ulated from fast (0 seconds) to slow (30 seconds) by adjusting this knob on the front panel. -
Page 16: Operation With An Amptrol
FIGURE 3 2-Step Trigger Control Using Arc Start Switch 4-STEP: In this mode, closing the trigger (or arc start switch) will start the welding process with a 0.5 second gas preflow. The Invertec’s welding terminals will ener- gize and the solid state starting circuit will operate until the trigger is opened regardless if the arc has been established or not. -
Page 17: Accessories
ACCESSORIES There are no factory installed options. The DC TIG Starter comes complete with cables, torch adapters, and hardware for installation. Field Installed Options/Accessories: Cable Plugs: Cable Plug Kit for 1/0-2/0- cable (K852- 70): Attaches to welding cable to provide quick dis- connect from machine. -
Page 18: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK • Only qualified persons should install, use or service this equipment. • Turn off the input power to the Welding Power Source using the disconnect switch at the fuse box before connecting the DC Tig Starter to the power source, or the Remote Control, Amptrol or adapter to the DC Tig Starter. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AND GENERAL INFORMATION This Troubleshooting Guide is designed to be used by the machine Owner/Operator. 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, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed in the Safety Section of this manual to avoid electrical shock or danger while troubleshooting this equipment. - Page 20 Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) No output; fan does not operate. If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. TROUBLESHOOTING RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION...
- Page 21 Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) No output; fan operates. No HF arcing; OCV present. If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
- Page 22 Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) No HF arcing; OCV not present. Solenoid(s) does (do) turn on but OCV is present. Arc does not start consistently; HF present. If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
- Page 23 Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) Postflow Time does not vary with knob; 15 seconds always. Downslope does not vary with knob. Current Limit does not vary with knob. If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
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Page 24: Environmental Protection
Dow Corning 3140, 3145, 738, Columbus Adhesives 0172 or GE RTV-162 is recommended. Sealant may also be purchased from Lincoln Electric (order E2519 Silicone Rubber RTV Coating). Printed Circuit Board Replacement 1. Handle PC boards by edges only. - Page 25 DIAGRAMS INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER...
- Page 26 DIAGRAMS INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER...
- Page 27 DIAGRAMS INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER...
- Page 28 DIAGRAMS INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER...
- Page 29 NOTES INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER...
- Page 30 Address: Telephone: _______________________________________________ |_|_| |_|_| Exp Date Month BOOK DIVISION, The Lincoln Electric Company, 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 for fastest service, FAX this completed form to: 216-361-5901 Telephone: 216-383-2211 or, Titles: Price New Lessons in Arc Welding $5.00...
- Page 31 ● WARNING ● Spanish ● AVISO DE PRECAUCION ● French ● ATTENTION ● ● German WARNUNG ● Portuguese ● ATENÇÃO ● Japanese Chinese Korean Arabic READ AND UNDERSTAND THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTION FOR THIS EQUIPMENT AND THE CONSUMABLES TO BE USED AND FOLLOW YOUR EMPLOYER’S SAFETY PRACTICES. SE RECOMIENDA LEER Y ENTENDER LAS INSTRUCCIONES DEL FABRICANTE PARA EL USO DE ESTE EQUIPO Y LOS CONSUMIBLES QUE VA A UTILIZAR, SIGA LAS MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD DE SU SUPERVISOR.
- Page 32 ● ● Keep your head out of fumes. Turn power off before servicing. ● Use ventilation or exhaust to remove fumes from breathing zone. ● Los humos fuera de la zona de res- ● Desconectar el cable de ali- piración. mentación de poder de la máquina ●...
- Page 33 • World's Leader in Welding and Cutting Products • • Sales and Service through Subsidiaries and Distributors Worldwide • Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 U.S.A. TEL: 216.481.8100 FAX: 216.486.1751 WEB SITE: www.lincolnelectric.com...