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Lincoln Electric INVERTEC V205-T DC Operator's Manual

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| Issue Date Jan- 14
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V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC
For use with machines having Code Numbers:
11426, 11430

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual ® INVERTEC V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC For use with machines having Code Numbers: 11426, 11430 Register your machine: www.lincolnelectric.com/register Authorized Service and Distributor Locator: www.lincolnelectric.com/locator Save for future reference Date Purchased Code: (ex: 10859) Serial: (ex: U1060512345) IM937 | Issue Date Jan- 14 ©...
  • Page 2 THANK YOU FOR SELECTING KeeP your head out oF the Fumes. A QUALITY PRODUCT BY LINCOLN ELECTRIC. DON’T get too close to the arc. Use corrective lenses if necessary to stay a reasonable distance away from the arc. READ and obey the Material Safety...

  • Page 3: California Proposition 65 Warnings

    American Welding Society, P.O. Box 351040, Miami, Florida 33135 or ELECTRIC AND CSA Standard W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” MAGNETIC FIELDS MAY booklet E205 is available from the Lincoln Electric Company, 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199. BE DANGEROUS BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, 2.a.

  • Page 4: Electric Shock Can Kill

    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 the gas and pressure used.

  • Page 6: Assessment Of Area

    Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Product Standard for Arc Welding shielding the supply cable of permanently installed welding Equipment. It is for use with other Lincoln Electric equipment. It is equipment, in metallic conduit or equivalent. Shielding should be designed for industrial and professional use.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC TABLE OF CONTENTS Page General Description ..............................8 Installation ..............................Section A Technical Specifications..........................A-1 Select Suitable Location..........................A-2 Stacking ...............................A-2 Tilting ................................A-2 Environmental Area............................A-2 Machine Grounding and High Frequency Interference Protection ..............A-2 Input Connections ............................A-3 Reconnect Procedure ............................A-3 230V Input............................A-4 115V Input............................A-4 Attachment Plug Installation, Engine Driven Generator ................A-4...

  • Page 8: General Description

    • TIG DC (with high frequency or Touch Start TIG Starting) • Stick DC The Invertec V205-T DC is a power source that can perform the following types of welding with excellent results: • TIG DC (with high frequency or Touch Start TIG Starting) •...

  • Page 9: Installation

    INSTALLATION V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS V205-T DC K2629-1 (Code Number 11426) RECOMMENDED INPUT WIRE AND FUSE SIZES V205-T AC/DC K1855-4 (Code Number 11430) TIME-DELAY CIRCUIT NPUT VOLTAGE / BREAKER OR FUSE FREQUENCY (HZ) SIZE (AMPS) INPUT - SINGLE PHASE ONLY 115/50/60 Max.

  • Page 10: Select Suitable Location

    ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. • Only qualified personnel should perform The Invertec V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC have been field tested this installation. under recommended installation conditions. It complies with FCC • Turn the input power OFF and unplug the allowable limits for radiation.

  • Page 11: Input Connections

    RECONNECT PROCEDURE When the welder is enclosed in a metal building, several The Invertec V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC auto reconnect to either earth driven electrical grounds connected (as in 5b above) 115V or 230V supply. around the periphery of the building are recommended.

  • Page 12: 230V Input

    An output guide is provided The Invertec V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC can be operated on below. The values are approximate and must be adjusted downward engine driven generators as long as the 230 volt auxiliary meets if the fuse or circuit breaker trips off.

  • Page 13: Output Connections

    • Insulate yourself from work and ground. brass connector snugly and slide the boot back over the brass • Turn the input line Switch on the Invertec V205-T DC & V205- T AC/DC “off” before connecting or disconnecting output STRAIN RELIEF BOOT TIG ADAPTER cables or other equipment.

  • Page 14: Quick Disconnect Plug

    INSTALLATION V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC QUICK DISCONNECT PLUG (FOR STICK ELECTRODE CABLE and SHIELDING GAS CONNECTION WORK CABLE) Obtain the necessary inert shielding gas. Connect the cylinder of gas with a pressure regulator and flow gage. Install a gas hose A quick disconnect system is used for the welding cable connec- between the regulator and gas inlet (located on the rear of the tions.

  • Page 15: Safety Instructions

    Read and understand this entire section before operating WELDING CAPABILITY your machine. The Invertec V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC is rated at 200 amps, 18 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS volts, at 40% duty cycle on a ten minute basis. It is capable of higher duty cycles at lower output currents.

  • Page 16: Controls And Settings

    V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC OPERATION CONTROLS AND SETTINGS All operator controls and adjustments are located on the case front of the V205-T machine. Refer to Figure B.2 and the corresponding explanations. FIGURE B.2 1. Input Voltage warning Light Green LED 2.
  • Page 17 V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC OPERATION 2 STEP DIAGRAM 1 6. Digital Display - displays currently set values for each mode or welding parameter. 7. Local/Remote push button - Selects the welding current adjusting system: • from front panel • from remote control The LED beside the symbol confirms the selection.

  • Page 18: Welding Parameter Defaults And Ranges

    V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC OPERATION 4. Release the TIG torch trigger. 10. Electrode Connection (Negative) - For quick disconnect system using The output current of the machine will turn OFF and the gas Twist-Mate cable plugs with gas pass through for TIG Torches. valve will remain open to continue the flow of the shielding gas.

  • Page 19: Set Up Menu

    V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC OPERATION SET UP MENU - Rotate the Output / Parameter Adjust Knob, the Digital Display shows the numbers corresponding to the parameters in sequence; stop at the desired parameter and push the Many additional parameters can be modified via the "Setup/Parameter Push Button".

  • Page 20: Output Limitations

    V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC OPERATION OUTPUT LIMITATIONS FIGURE B.3 The maximum output current as specified in the installation sec- tion of this manual is derated in several situations; alternate AC Wave Forms, elevated AC Frequencies and 115V input. • Alternate AC Wave Forms (See Set Up Menu)¹ Square 200 amps max.

  • Page 21: Dc Electrode Positive Polarity

    In Electrode Positive Polarity, high currents cannot be used, since they would cause an excessive wear of the electrode. NOTE: (The Invertec V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC cannot be used for Electrode Positive TIG welding without special adapters.) Greater % EN = MORE PENETRATION...

  • Page 22: Steel Tig Welding

    V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC OPERATION STEEL TIG WELDING The two above benefits can be used to maintain a tight focus of The TIG process is very effective for welding both carbon steel and the arc for precise heat control and tight joint access. Because of alloy steel, especially in applications requiring precision results.
  • Page 23 V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC OPERATION PROTECTIVE GAS 3. AC TIG Start Power: Both argon and helium work when welding aluminum. Argon is preferred, due to its lower cost and consumption rate. This gas For AC TIG welding AC start power can be adjusted from the set- also tends to stabilize the arc, thus making it easy to operate.

  • Page 24: Ac Tig Welding Quick Start Up

    V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC OPERATION AC TIG WELDING QUICK START UP To change the AC Balance, press and hold the Parameter button for 3 seconds, AC Frequency is selected, press the Parameter but- (AC/DC model only) ton again and AC Balance is selected. Adjust the Output Control for the desired AC Balance.

  • Page 25: Dc Tig Welding Quick Start Up

    V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC OPERATION DC TIG WELDING QUICK START UP WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. • Have an electrician install and service this equipment. • Turn the input power off at the fuse box, disconnect or unplug supply lines and allow machine to sit for five minutes minimum to allow the power capacitors to dis- charge before working inside this equipment.

  • Page 26: Accessories

    V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC ACCESSORIES GENERAL OPTIONS / TIG TORCH KITS ACCESSORIES K2266-1 – TIG-Mate 17 Air Cooled TIG Torch Starter Pack. One complete easy-to-order kit packaged in its own portable car- rying case. Includes: PTA-17 torch, parts kit, Harris Factory Installed flowmeter/regulator, 10 ft.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. • Have an electrician install and service this equipment. • Turn the input power off at the fuse box, disconnect or unplug supply lines and allow machine to sit for five minutes mini- mum to allow the power capacitors to dis- charge before working inside this equip- ment.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    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.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC TROUBLE SHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION PROBLEMS IN STICK WELDING 1. Long arc Excessive spatter 2. High current 1. Fast movement of the electrode Craters away from piece.
  • Page 30 V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC TROUBLE SHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION PROBLEMS IN TIG WELDING Oxidation 1. lnsufficient gas. 2. No protection on the back side. Tungsten inclusions 1.
  • Page 31 6. E20, E24, or E25 Flashing on "DIGITAL DISPLAY" • Internal memory errors. (Contact your local Lincoln Electric Authorized Service Facility.) CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your...
  • Page 32 V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC DIAGRAMS...
  • Page 33 V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC DIAGRAMS...
  • Page 34 V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC NOTES...
  • Page 35 Lincoln Electric for advice or information about their use of our products. 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.

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