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SAFETY MARK: This equipment is suitable for supplying power for welding operations carried out in
an environment with increased hazard of electric shock.
CYLINDER MAY EXPLODE IF DAMAGED: 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. Always keep cylinders in an upright position securely chained to a fixed support. Do
not move or transport gas cylinders with the protection cap removed. Do not allow the electrode,
electrode holder, work clamp or any other electrically live part to touch a gas cylinder. Gas cylinders
must be located away from areas where they may be subjected to physical damage or the welding
process including sparks and heat sources.
MOVING PARTS ARE DANGEROUS: There are moving mechanical parts in this machine, which
can cause serious injury. Keep your hands, body and clothing away from those parts during machine
starting, operating and servicing.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes and/or improvements in design without upgrade at the same time
the operator's manual.
Installation and Operator Instructions
Read this entire section before installation or operation
of the machine.
General Description
The ARC TRACKER™ is a high-performance, portable
product designed to accurately measure the True
Energy delivered into a weld from any welding machine
(DC process only). The ARC TRACKER™ will
accurately measure the welding parameters (arc voltage,
arc current, and weld time) and provide a real-time
calculation of the True Energy into the weld. While
welding, the True Energy [in joules (J)] for the weld will
be accurately displayed on the user interface.
The ARC TRACKER™ utilizes high-intensity LEDs and
alpha-numeric displays that can easily be seen from a
distance. The design uses advanced digital controls to
sample the welding parameters at a very high rate of
speed. The ARC TRACKER™ is compatible with any
DC welding process.
The ARC TRACKER™ has an Ethernet connector to
easily connect the product into a local network which
enables the use of Lincoln's additional software tools.
Select Suitable Location
UNIT IS IP23 RATED.
The ARC TRACKER™ will operate in harsh
environments.Even so, it is important that simple
preventative measures are followed in order to assure
long life and reliable operation.
Keep machine dry. Shelter from rain and snow. Do
not place on wet ground or in puddles.
Tilting
Place the ARC TRACKER™ on a secure, level surface.
The weight of the welding cables hanging from the
connection terminals may cause the ARC TRACKER™
to topple. Secure the welding cables to an appropriate
structure to reduce the hanging weight to stabilize the
ARC TRACKER™.
Stacking
The ARC TRACKER™ cannot be stacked.
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Grounding and Input Connections
MACHINE GROUNDING
The frame of the ARC TRACKER™ must be grounded.
By using the power cord shipped with the unit, or by
using a cord per the specifications described here, the
unit will be properly grounded if connected to a grounded
receptacle. See your local and national electrical codes
for proper receptacle grounding methods.
Input Connections
Installation should be made in accordance with the
appropriate National Electrical Code, all local codes and
the information in this manual.
The ARC TRACKER™ can be connected to 120 VAC or
230 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz. The power supply inside the unit
can accept any single phase input voltage from 120 VAC
to 230 VAC. The unit is shipped from the factory with a
6ft. (2m) detachable input cord with a NEMA 5-15P plug
and an IEC 60320 plug receptacle. For the European
market, it is suggested that an input cord with a CEE 7/7
plug and IEC 60320 plug receptacle be used. For all
other regions, a cord should be used with a plug which
provides between 120 VAC and 230 VAC, 50 or 60Hz,
and has the IEC 60320 plug receptacle. Cord must
provide proper ground per national electrical codes.
230V Input
To change from 120 V to 230 V single phase input, the
NEMA 5-15P plug can be replaced by any NEMA 250 V
type plug (for example – type 6-30P).
Attachment Plug
In all cases, the green or green/yellow grounding wire
must be connected to the grounding pin of the plug,
usually identified by a green screw. All attachment plugs
must comply with the Standard for Attachment Plugs and
Receptacles, UL498. The product is considered
acceptable for use only when an attachment plug as
specified is properly attached to the supply cord. The
ARC TRACKER™ will auto reconnect to either 120 V or
230 V supplies.
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