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RED-D-ARC
E300
For use with machines having Code Numbers:
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Red-D-Arc Spec-Built Welding Equipment
This RED-D-ARC welder is built to RED-D-ARC Extreme Duty
design specifications by Lincoln Electric.
Safety Depends on You
This welder 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
WITHOUT READING THIS MANUAL AND THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED THROUGHOUT.
And, most importantly, think before you act and be careful.
1-800-245-3660
North America's Largest Fleet of Welding Equipment
10638
Date of Purchase:
Serial Number:
Code Number:
Model:
Where Purchased:
IM675
May, 2000
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- Page 1 For use with machines having Code Numbers: OPERATOR’S MANUAL Red-D-Arc Spec-Built Welding Equipment Date of Purchase: Serial Number: This RED-D-ARC welder is built to RED-D-ARC Extreme Duty Code Number: design specifications by Lincoln Electric. Model: Safety Depends on You Where Purchased: This welder is designed and built with safety in mind.
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Page 2: California Proposition 65 Warnings
SAFETY WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents The engine exhaust from this product contains are known to the State of California to cause can- chemicals known to the State of California to cause cer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. -
Page 3: Electric Shock Can Kill
SAFETY ARC RAYS can burn. ELECTRIC SHOCK can 4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover kill. plates to protect your eyes from sparks and 3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits the rays of the arc when welding or observing are electrically “hot”... - Page 4 SAFETY WELDING SPARKS can CYLINDER may explode cause fire or explosion. if damaged. 6.a. Remove fire hazards from the welding area. 7.a. Use only compressed gas cylinders If this is not possible, cover them to prevent containing the correct shielding gas for the the welding sparks from starting a fire.
- Page 5 SAFETY zones où l’on pique le laitier. PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ 6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions prévenir tout risque d’incendie dû aux étincelles. et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté...
- Page 6 for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you Thank You to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product ••• as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you! Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaser upon receipt by the carrier.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Installation .......................Section A Technical Specifications ..................A-1 Safety Precautions....................A-2 Location ......................A-2 Input Connections ...................A-2 Stacking ......................A-3 Installation of Field Installed Options ..............A-3 Output Cable Size and Connection..............A-3 Operation ......................Section B General Description ....................B-1 Recommended Processes and Equipment ............B-1 Design Features ....................B-1 Duty Cycle ......................B-1 Auxiliary Power ....................B-1... -
Page 8: Installation
INSTALLATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - RED-D-ARC E300 (TYPE K1688-1) RATED INPUT - WELDER AC Input Frequency 60 Hz Input Power Standard Voltages 230/460/575 Rated Input Current (230V 60Hz) 86 amps Idle Input Current (230V) 6.2 amps Power Factor (200 Amp Load) 69.0... -
Page 9: Safety Precautions
See the U.S. • Turn the power switch on the E300 “OFF” before National Electrical Code for details on proper ground- connecting or disconnecting output cables or other ing methods. -
Page 10: Stacking
The output leads are connected to the output termi- nals marked ‘+” and “-”. They are located at the lower right and lower left corners of the front panel. The E300 provides 1/2” studs for weld cable connections. Minimum cable sizes recommended are listed in the table below. -
Page 11: Operation
OPERATION GENERAL DESCRIPTION Be sure the E300 is properly installed, and that all accessories are properly hooked up before attempting The E300 is a single phase constant current arc weld- operation. ing power source available in a DC output model only. -
Page 12: Accessories
AND COMPATIBLE LINCOLN EQUIPMENT Field Installed Options • Tig Module (K930-1) Converts E300 into a TIG welder. Request Bulletin E3.205 for full details. • Standard Accessory Kit (K710) Includes electrode holder, work clamp, electrode, work cables, and headshield with lens and coverplate. -
Page 13: Maintenance
Wipe the pointer guide bar clean and lubricate with graphite grease. When cleaning the current pointer, clean the reactor quadrant teeth, drive gear and pinion. Lubricate with graphite grease. RED-D-ARC E300... -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
CAUTION 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. RED-D-ARC E300... - Page 15 CAUTION 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. RED-D-ARC E300...
- Page 16 6. Bi-metallic thermostat dirty. CAUTION 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. RED-D-ARC E300...
- Page 17 Field 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 Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. RED-D-ARC E300...
- Page 18 DIAGRAMS RED-D-ARC E300...
- Page 19 NOTES RED-D-ARC E300...
- Page 20 NOTES RED-D-ARC E300...
- Page 21 Now Available...12th Edition New Lessons in Arc Welding The Procedure Handbook of Arc Welding Lessons, simply written, cover manipulatory techniques; With over 500,000 copies of previous editions published machine and electrode characteristics; related subjects, since 1933, the Procedure Handbook is considered by many to such as distortion;...
- Page 22 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-...
- Page 23 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- Desconectar el cable de ali- No operar con panel abierto o AVISO DE...
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