Lincoln Electric HANDY MIG IM756-A Operator's Manual

Lincoln Electric HANDY MIG IM756-A Operator's Manual

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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
MANUAL AND THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED
THROUGHOUT. And, most
importantly, think before you act
and be careful.
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HANDY MIG
For use with machine Code Number:10919, 11205
THIS
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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Copyright © 2005 Lincoln Global Inc.
IM756-A
August, 2005

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  • Page 1 For use with machine Code Number:10919, 11205 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...
  • 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: Electric Shock Can Kill

    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.
  • 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 instruc- tions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suivantes: Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Arc 1. Protegez-vous contre la secousse électrique: a.
  • Page 6 The code number is especially important when identifying the correct replacement parts. - Register your machine with Lincoln Electric either via fax or over the Internet. • For faxing: Complete the form on the back of the warranty statement included in the literature packet accompanying this machine and fax the form per the instructions printed on it.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    MASTER TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR ALL SECTIONS Installation ...Section A Technical Specifications ...A-1 Identify and Locate Components ...A-2 Select Suitable Location ...A-3 Stacking ...A-3 Changing Polarity ...A-3 Gun Installation...A-3 Input Connections...A-3 Gas Connections ...A-3 Shielding Gas Connections ...A-4 Code Requirements ...A-4 ________________________________________________________________________ Operation ...Section B Safety Precautions ...B-1...
  • Page 8: Installation

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – HANDY MIG Standard Voltage/Frequency 120V/60Hz Duty Cycle 20% Duty Cycle Welding Current Range DC OUTPUT: 35-88 Amps RECOMMENDED INPUT CABLE AND FUSE SIZES Output Mode Input Voltage RATED 120V/60Hz OUTPUT Height 12.8 in 325 mm If connected to a circuit protected by fuses use Time Delay Fuse marked “D”. INSTALLATION INPUT –...
  • Page 9: Identify And Locate Components

    Read entire installation section before starting installation. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. • Only qualified personnel should perform this installation. • Only personnel that have read and under- stood the Machine Operating Manual should install and operate this equipment. •...
  • Page 10: Select Suitable Location

    Place the machine on a secure, level surface or rec- ommended undercarriage. The machine may topple over if this procedure is not followed. To minimize over heating, locate the welder in a dry location where there is free circulation of clean air. Do not place on com- bustible surfaces.
  • Page 11: Shielding Gas Connections

    SHIELDING GAS CONNECTION (FIGURE A.5) REGULATOR CYLINDER VALVE HOSE GAS CYLINDER Refer to Figure A.5. 1. Chain the cylinder to a wall or other stationary sup- port to prevent the cylinder from falling over. Insulate the cylinder from the work circuit work ground.
  • Page 12: Operation

    The machine can be used for welding carbon and low- alloy steel with CO 2 or argon/CO 2 mixture shielding gas. The welder can also be used without gas for the self-shielded, Innershield electrode process. The machine is configured for the Flux Cored Arc Welding process as delivered from the factory.
  • Page 13: Welding Capability

    WELDING CAPABILITY The machine is rated at 70 amps, 17 volts, at 20% duty cycle on a ten minute basis. It is capable of high- er output currents at lower duty cycles. LIMITATIONS The machine is recommended for welding on mild steel up to 1/8”...
  • Page 14: Shielding Gas

    FIGURE B.3 – WIRE THREADING DETAILS Spring Loaded Thumb Screw Ingoing Guide Tube Wire Wire Feed Lower Drive Roll Refer to Figure B.3. 4. Release the spring loaded thumbscrew and lift up the idle roll arm away from the wire feed drive roll. Ensure that the visible, stenciled size on the drive roll side facing you matches the wire size being used.
  • Page 15 2. Select and install the welding wire to match the process. Use Genuine Lincoln Electric Brand wire. Wire quality is essential for successful welding. 3. Install the drive roll, contact tip, and nozzle appro- priate for the weld process.
  • Page 16: Cleaning Tip And Gas Nozzle

    OPERATION CLEANING TIP AND GAS NOZZLE Clean the contact tip and gas nozzle to avoid arc bridging between them. Bridging can result in a short- ed nozzle, poor welds and an overheated gun. Hint: Anti-stick spray or gel, available from a welding supply distributor, may reduce buildup and aid in spatter removal.
  • Page 17: Accessories

    Lincoln L56- .025” (0.6mm) diameter solid steel elec- trode) CONSUMABLE PARTS The following items are commonly consumed over the life of the welder and may need to be ordered. See the complete parts list at the end of this manual for machine replacement parts. ITEM...
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ITEMS REQUIRING NO MAINTENANCE • Drive Motor and Gearbox – Lifetime lubrication • Wire Reel Spindle – Do NOT lubricate shaft ROUTINE AND PERIODIC MAINTENANCE BEFORE EACH USE • Check over machine and accessories for any obvious condi- tion that may prevent safe performance or operation.
  • Page 19: Cleaning The Gun Liner

    • Unplug the machine or turn the power switch to the OFF - “0” position. • Blow dirt out of the welder with low pressure air to eliminate excessive dirt and dust buildup that could cause the welder to run hot.
  • Page 20: Gun Assembly Removal

    3. Remove the Thumbscrew holding the drive roll. 4. Replace the drive roll so that the desired size, sten- ciled on the side of the drive roll, is toward the inside and visible. 5. Replace the Thumbscrew and tighten. GUN ASSEMBLY REMOVAL 1.
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 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 22 Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) Major physical or electrical damage is evident. No wire feed, weld output or gas flow when gun trigger is pulled. No weld output when gun trigger is pulled. 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) No wire feed when gun trigger is pulled. 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 POSSIBLE CAUSE...
  • Page 24 Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) Bead is too thin (intermittently). Bead is too thick (intermittently). Bead does not penetrate base metal. Wire sputters and sticks to work- piece. Edge of weld has ragged depres- sions. 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 25 NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specific diagram for a particular code is pasted inside the machine on one of the enclosure panels. DIAGRAMS X1/1 X1/2 X1/3 X3/1 X3/2...
  • Page 26 NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specific diagram for a particular code is pasted inside the machine on one of the enclosure panels. DIAGRAMS HANDY MIG...
  • Page 27 HINGE DOOR ASSEMBLY FOR CODE 10919 ONLY HANDY MIG...
  • Page 28 NOTES HANDY MIG...
  • Page 29 NOTES HANDY MIG...
  • Page 30 ● WARNING ● Spanish ● AVISO DE PRECAUCION ● French ● ATTENTION ● ● German WARNUNG ● Portuguese ● ATENÇÃO ● Japanese Chinese Korean Arabic ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●...
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  • Page 32 • 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...

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