Lincoln Electric PANTHER K2874-2 Operator's Manual
Lincoln Electric PANTHER K2874-2 Operator's Manual

Lincoln Electric PANTHER K2874-2 Operator's Manual

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This manual covers equipment which is no
longer in production by The Lincoln Electric Co.
Speci cations and availability of optional
features may have changed.
Models: K2874-1, K2874-2, K2874-3, K2875-2
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 thoughtful operation on
your part.
DO NOT INSTALL, OPERATE OR
REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT WITH-
OUT READING THIS MANUAL
AND THE SAFETY PRE-
CAUTIONS CONTAINED
THROUGHOUT.
And, most importantly,
think before you act
and be careful.
Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 U.S.A. TEL: 216.481.8100 FAX: 216 486.1751 WEB SITE: www.lincolnelectric.com
PANTHER
Push Pull GUN
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
• World's Leader in Welding and Cutting Products •
• Sales and Service through Subsidiaries and Distributors Worldwide •
IM10033
TM
August 2009

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  • Page 1 IM10033 This manual covers equipment which is no longer in production by The Lincoln Electric Co. Speci cations and availability of optional August 2009 features may have changed. PANTHER Push Pull GUN Models: K2874-1, K2874-2, K2874-3, K2875-2 Safety depends on you. . .
  • Page 2 THANK YOU FOR SELECTING A QUALITY PRODUCT BY KEEP YOUR HEAD OUT OF THE FUMES. DON’T get too close to the arc. LINCOLN ELEC TRIC. Use corrective lenses if necessary to stay a reasonable distance away from the arc. READ and obey the Safety Data PLEASE EXAMINE CARTON AND EQUIPMENT FOR Sheet (SDS) and the warning label DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY...
  • Page 3 W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” booklet E205 is available from the Lincoln Electric Company, 2.d. All welders should use the following procedures in order to 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199.
  • Page 4 SAFETY ELECTRIC SHOCK ARC RAYS CAN BURN. CAN KILL. 3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits are 4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect your electrically “hot” when the welder is on. Do eyes from sparks and the rays of the arc when welding or not touch these “hot”...
  • Page 5 SAFETY WELDING AND CUTTING CYLINDER MAY EXPLODE IF SPARKS CAN CAUSE DAMAGED. FIRE OR EXPLOSION. 7.a. Use only compressed gas cylinders containing the correct shielding gas for the process used 6.a. Remove fire hazards from the welding area. If and properly operating regulators designed for this is not possible, cover them to prevent the welding sparks the gas and pressure used.
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions 6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce prévenir tout risque dʼincendie dû aux étincelles. manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................i-v TABLE OF CONTENTS...........................vi GENERAL INFORMATION ........................1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ........................1 SPECIFICATIONS ..........................1 RECOMMENDED PROCESSES AND EQUIPMENT ................1 INSTALLATION .............................2,3 UNPACKING THE PUSH-PULL GUN ....................2 PUSH-PULL GUN FAMILARIZATION DIAGRAM ................3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......................4-7 HANDLE GRIP POSITION .........................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................5 SET-UP PROCEDURE........................5 SELECTING ELECTRODE WIRE......................5...
  • Page 8: General Information

    The gun is intended for use with Power Wave C300, Power Feed 10M, Power Feed 25M and Power Mig 350MP Power Sources. For other applications, contact your local Lincoln Electric sales office or distributor. The push-pull gun is ideal for aluminum fabrication in industrial shops, automobile body shops, marinas and for the advanced hob- byist.
  • Page 9: Installation

    Panther™ Push Pull Gun - INSTALLATION Unpacking the Push-Pull Gun Safety Precautions Unpacking the Push-Pull Gun – Read "Safety Precautions" in the Operating Manual before Carefully unpack your Panther™ Push-Pull Gun and attach the proceeding. Only personnel that have read and understood Barrel Assembly, and make sure you have all of the parts shown the Operating Manual should install and operate this equipment.
  • Page 10: Push-Pull Gun Familarization Diagram

    PANTHER™ Push Pull Gun - INSTALLATION Push-Pull Gun Familiarization Become familiar with your push-pull gun before connecting to wire. Wide groove feeds 3/64 inch (1.2mm) diameter wire. Gun welder. For features described below, refer to Figure on the next is shipped with wide groove or 3/64 in operating position (toward handle).
  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    PANTHER™ Push Pull Gun - INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: Handle Grip Position The handle is designed such that when held correctly, the trigger is operated with the rear finger. This ensures your hand is above speed control thus avoiding accidental contact with the speed control while welding.
  • Page 12: Safety Precautions

    PANTHER™ Push Pull Gun - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safety Precautions used. Consult your local dealer or appropriate AWS publication for help in selecting an appropriate alloy type and wire size. Also refer to, "Procedure Settings" later in this chapter, for wire sizes used with typical base metal thicknesses and procedure set- WARNING tings.
  • Page 13: Drive Roll Groove Selection

    PANTHER™ Push Pull Gun - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Drive Roll Groove Selection The drive rolls have two grooves. A wider groove for feeding 3/64” (1.2mm) wire and a narrow groove for feeding .035” (0.9mm) wire to accommodate changes in the wire size used. Changing between the grooves simply requires reversing the drive roll.
  • Page 14: Making A Weld

    PANTHER™Push Pull Gun - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Making A Weld Re-engage wire drive by pushing release lever to down posi- Check that the push-pull gun power, control, and gas connec- tion to feed wire. tions are correct for the power source being used. Check that the gas supply is turned on.
  • Page 15: Accessories

    PANTHER™ Push Pull Gun ACCESSORIES/MAINTENANCE ACCESSORIES (consult Lincoln Sales Bulletin E12.16) The following accessories are available for the Panther™ push-pull gun. .035-3/64" Aluminum Drive Roll Kit Wire Conduits for Aluminum Wire Features two grooves for feeding aluminum wire. The smaller 15 foot .035"-1/16"...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide

    PANTHER™ Push Pull Gun Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM SYMPTOMS REMEDY No arc, wire feed, or gas flow. 1. Cable connections loose. 1. Check all power connections 2. Trigger switch loose or defective. 2. Fix switch or replace. 3. Welder not turned on. 3.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide

    PANTHER™ Push Pull Gun Troubleshooting Guide TESTING THE TORCH Motor Check. Remove the torch connector from the cabinet. Using the torch Control Cable Connector, check the resistance across pins “A” and “B” (motor leads). The resistance across the motor should be between 5-10 ohms.
  • Page 18: Replacement Parts List Diagram

    PANTHER™ Push Pull Gun AIR-COOLED GUN BARREL AND EXTERNAL REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST AND DIAGRAM ITEM PART ITEM PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION S26374-81 Handle Assembly S26374-48 Cable Cover 25' S26374-65 Retaining Ring, Strain Relief Swivel S26374-49 Cable Cover 50' S26374-67 Access Cover, Drive Roll S26374-50 Power Cable Assembly 15' S26374-78...
  • Page 19 PANTHER™ Push Pull Gun WATER-COOLED GUN BARREL AND EXTERNAL REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST AND DIAGRAM ITEM PART ITEM PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION S26374-81 Handle Assembly S26374-104 Barrel Insulation Hose S26374-65 Retaining Ring, Strain Relief Swivel S26374-90 Water Hose Kit S26374-67 Access Cover, Drive Roll S26374-48 Cable Cover 25' S26374-78...
  • Page 20 PANTHER™ Push Pull Gun INTERNAL REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST AND DIAGRAM 8 (2x) 4 (2x) ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION COMMENTS S26374-75 Torch Body Assembly S26374-43 Wiring Harness S26374-73 Gearbox Assembly S26374-66 Screw Kit, Inlet Guide Retaining S26374-80 Adjustment Screw, Drive Roll Tension S26374-68 Cover, Drive Roll Tension S26374-71...
  • Page 21 ● ● ● 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 ● ● ● No toque las partes o los electrodos Mantenga el material combustible Protéjase los ojos, los oídos y el AVISO DE...
  • Page 22 ● ● ● Keep your head out of fumes. Turn power off before servicing. Do not operate with panel open or ● WARNING Use ventilation or exhaust to guards off. remove fumes from breathing zone. Spanish ● Los humos fuera de la zona de res- ●...
  • Page 23 • 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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