Summary of Contents for Lincoln Electric MOBIFLEX 400-MS
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IM10121 MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) Mobile Filter Unit ® December, 2011 & LFA 3. 1 /4. 1 Extraction Arm K1741-1, K1741-2 For use with machines having Code Numbers: K2633-1, K2633-2, K2633-3, K2633-4 Safety Depends on You Lincoln arc welding and cutting equipment is designed and built with safety in mind.
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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.
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(MSDS) and follow your employerʼs safety practices. MSDS forms are available from your welding distributor or from the manufacturer. 5.f. Also see item 1.b. MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
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During Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work”, available from NFPA, 1 Batterymarch Park, PO box 9101, Quincy, Ma 022690-9101. 6.j. Do not use a welding power source for pipe thawing. Refer to http://www.lincolnelectric.com/safety for additional safety information. MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
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3. Avant de faires des travaux à lʼinterieur de poste, la debranch- er à lʼinterrupteur à la boite de fusibles. 4. Garder tous les couvercles et dispositifs de sûreté à leur place. MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
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We respond to our customers based on the best information in our possession at that time. Lincoln Electric is not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice, and assumes no liability, with respect to such information or advice.
16 ft 12 ft 8 ft 4 ft 0 ft (4.9 m) • X = Airflow (CFM) (3.7 m) (2.4 m) (1.2 m) (0 m) • Y = Static pressure (in. WG) MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
INSTALLATION READ ENTIRE INSTALLATION SECTION BEFORE The Mobiflex 400-MS is a portable unit suitable to be STARTING INSTALLATION. used in relatively small facilities or near sources of pol- lution without a fixed location. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The Mobiflex 400-MS Base Unit with Flexible...
With the use of a delayed arc sensor, the extraction fan will operate automatically. The automatic start/stop utilizes a 20 second auto stop to help conserve energy and reduce noise level. MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
(See Figure A.7). Mobiflex 400-MS/(HE) Base Unit 5. Remove clamping pin from under rubber seal of the • (1) Mobiflex 400-MS(/HE) Base Unit with input power base swivel mount. cord (20 ft) 6. Fold down the rubber seal and take off the red plas- •...
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12. Fold back the rubber seal and place it over the hose. The underside of the rubber seal should cover the red plastic ring 0.5-1 inch MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
FIGURE A.12 2. Remove the wire bridge from the supply cable inside the base swivel mount. 3. Connect the supply cables of the Mobiflex 400-MS(/ HE) Base Unit and the extraction arm. 4. Remove the yellow tape from both arm sections.
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See Figure A.15. ridges. FIGURE A.15 9. Fold back the rubber seals and place them over the hose. The rubber seals should cover the hood and the arm section 0.5-1 inch. MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
(This list is not comprehensive.) If the product is used in above situations it could result in potential fire hazard, non-compliance with local regulations and reduction in product perfor- mance and life. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
• Stick welding (MMA or SMAW) LongLife filter cartridge. • Autogeneous welding The Mobiflex 400-MS is a portable unit suitable to be The Mobiflex 400-MS/HE is designed for intermittent or used in relatively small facilities or near sources of pol- continuous welding applications as indicated above.
Lamp & Arc Sensor Kit); or • K2633-4 (1) LFA 4.1 Mobile Automatic (13 ft. extrac- tion arm with integrated Lamp & Arc Sensor Kit) • K1668-3 (1) Hose and Hood Set instead of extraction MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
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• Open the throttle valve (See Figure B.3 item B). • Press the power switch ON (See Figure B.2 item B) • Use the handles to move the Mobiflex 400-MS(/HE) to turn power to the unit on. to the workplace.
• Press the power switch OFF (See Figure B.2 item A) rate after 60 compressed airjets, the control light will to interrupt power supply. change into the “ALARM” mode. • In this case, proceed with Control light: ALARM pro- cedure. MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
Therefore, stop welding immediately when the machine enters the ALARM phase. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
2. Loosen the thumb nut (A) and remove the filter cover (B). FIGURE B.5 In case the prefilter has been dam- aged, it is recommended to also replace the LongLife filter cartridge. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
4. Slide the dust tray back into the machine. 5. Carefully tighten the star knob making sure that the dust tray is sealed airtight. MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
ACCESSORIES OPTIONS K1668-3 HOSE AND HOOD SET (OPTION) The Mobiflex 400-MS(HE) Base Unit can be equipped with a Hose and Hood Set instead of a flexible extrac- tion arm.
HEPA rated fil- ters can cause fire. tration. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ WARNING Electric shock can kill. Always switch OFF the machine and remove input power before carrying out the maintenance activities below. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
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MAINTENANCE TABLE D.1 – PERIODIC MAINTENANCE MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT EVERY EVERY 6 EVERY 12 COMPONENT ACTION MONTH MONTHS MONTHS Prefilter Check for damage, clogging and saturation. If damaged, clogged or saturated, See Filter Replacement. Clean with an industrial vacuum cleaner that meets OSHA X [*] guidelines for Cr6 housekeeping.
MAINTENANCE FIGURE D.1 360° DISPOSAL After life of the product, dispose of product in accor- dance with federal, state or local regulations. MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING 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.
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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. MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
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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. MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
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POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE AUTOMATIC ONLY Motor does not start automatically. Lens cap of arc sensor damaged or Replace or clean plastic lens cap Machine does not function. dirty.
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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. MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
DIAGRAMS ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
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NOTES MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
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NOTES MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT + LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC...
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Keep your head out of fumes. Turn power off before servicing. Do not operate with panel open or Use ventilation or exhaust to guards off. WARNING remove fumes from breathing zone. Spanish Los humos fuera de la zona de res- Desconectar el cable de ali- No operar con panel abierto o AVISO DE...
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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 bajo carga con la piel o ropa moja-...
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