Select Suitable Location; Environmental Area; Stacking; Tilting - Lincoln Electric VRTEX 360+ Operator's Manual

VRTEX 360+, VRTEX 360, VRTEX
® ®
SELECT SUITABLE
LOCATION
The machine will not operate in harsh environments. It is important
that simple preventative measures are followed in order to assure
long life and reliable operation. This product is for INDOOR USE
ONLY.
• Dirt and dust that can be drawn into the machine should be kept
to a minimum. Failure to observe these precautions can result in
excessive operating temperatures and nuisance shutdown.
• See Technical Specifications for operating environment
conditions.
• Do not place machine where monitor and/or helmet is exposed to
direct sunlight or high powered lighting.
• Do not place equipment near radiant heat sources.
• Do not place in a confined space. Allow a minimum of three feet
of clearance around machine and stand at all times. Adequate
ventilation is necessary.
• The fused power switch on the rear panel is the input power
disconnect device. Do not position the equipment so that it is
difficult to operate the fused power switch.
• Route and protect all cables to minimize exposure to damage.
• Single or Multi-Outlet surge protector (or Surge Suppressor) is
highly recommended to protect the machine from voltage spikes
going through the input line.
• An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) may be required for the
protection of the system from power irregularities and disruption.
NOTE: The system requires approximately 8' L x 8' D x
8' H (2.4 m L x 2.4 m D x 2.4 m H) of space.
Keep the area free of obstruction for at least 3 feet in all directions
of both the stand and VR weld machine. In addition, be conscious of
where you are placing the unit to avoid magnetic fields, conductive
and high frequency objects and processes.
NOTE: Avoid setting up the VRTEX near high frequency
TIG machines and power sources.
Having these types of objects in the area can cause interference and
result in increased jitter and/or distortion in the motion tracking.
For best results, do not install VRTEX machine in the welding lab.
Electrical interference from power lines, though generally small, can
be present. Therefore all electrical power or lighting wiring within 50
feet of the welding area shall be enclosed in grounded rigid metallic
conduit. In the event the VRTEX is affected by interference, it is the
user's responsibility to take steps to isolate and/or eliminate the inter-
ference.
An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) may be required for the
protection of the system from power irregularities or disruption.
It is strongly recommended that a single or Multi-Outlet surge
protector be used to protect the machine from any unwanted voltages
above a safe threshold.
TRANSPORT
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MULTIPLE SYSTEM INSTALLATIONS
If multiple systems are required to operate together in one location,
a unique frequency can be selected to reduce potential interference
between systems. In general, a setup (pole and table assembly) must
be kept at least 10 feet away from another setup using the same
frequency. By default the machines are programmed as followed:
SIDE B
VRTEX 360+ SENSOR
SETTING 2
VRTEX 360 N/A
VRTEX N/A
TRANSPORT
If interference is noticed, the frequency can be adjusted by entering
Administrator Access, Options and choosing a different "Magnetic
Frequency ID" number.

ENVIRONMENTAL AREA

Keep the machine inside and dry at all times. Do not place it on wet
ground or in puddles. Never place liquids on top of the machine.

STACKING

The VRTEX cannot be stacked.

TILTING

Place the VRTEX directly on a secure, level surface.
INSTALLATION
SIDE A
SENSOR
SETTING 3
SENSOR
SETTING 3
SENSOR
SETTING 3