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    FLEXTEC ™ 450 CE %&( * %([)#$+" For use with machines Code 11776 IM1 0 091 January, 2011 )276EJ6A6?5D@?/@F 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. % [...]

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    %($$ A@H6C656BF:A>6?E 1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenance work unless the maintenance work requires it to be running. ____________________________________________________ 1.b. Operate engines in open, well-ventilated areas or vent the engine exhaust fumes outdoors. _____________________________[...]

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    :: )*/ :: ARC R A Y S can bur n. 4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect your eyes from sparks and the rays of the arc when welding or observing open arc welding. Headshield and filter lens should conform to ANSI Z87. I standards. 4. b. Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant material to protect[...]

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    ::: )*/ ::: FOR ELECTRIC ALL Y pow ered equipment. 8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnect switch at the fuse box before working on the equipment. 8 . b . Install equipment in accordance with the U.S. National Electrical Code, all local codes and the manufacturer’s recommendations. 8.c. Ground the equipment in accordance with the [...]

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    :G )*/ :G &(L+*%$))Y(*L Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suiv- antes: )NC6EM&@FC)@F5286"[C4 1. Protegez-vous contre la[...]

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    G G Thank Y ou for selecting a '+"*/ product by Lincoln Electric. We want you to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product ••• as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you! (625E9:D%A6C2E@CD #2?F2=4@>A=6E6=J before attempting to use this equipment. Save this manual and keep it han[...]

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    G: G: * "%%$*$*) Page ?DE2==2E:@? ?[...]

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    ".*R  $)* "" *%$  *$" )& *%$) ".*R ( * %+*&+* &%-()%+($&+*,%" * $+(($* #@56= K3065-1 [...]

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     $)* "" *%$ ".*R  &/)"#$)%$) *#&( *+(($) * 18.80in (478mm) #%" K3065-1 -* 14.14in (359mm) &* 26.66in (677mm) -* 130lbs (59kg)  %&[...]

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     $)* "" *%$  ,(R ,%" * (+*%$, The VRD™ feature provides additional safety in the CC- Stick mode. The VRD™ reduces the OCV (Open Circuit Voltage) at the welding output terminals while not welding to less than 35VDC. The VRD™ requires that t[...]

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     $)* "" *%$  $&+* +) $ )+&&" / -( %$)( *%$) Refer to Specification in this Installation Section for recommended fuse, wire sizes and type of the copper wires. Fuse the input circuit with the recommended super lag fuse or delay type b[...]

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     $)* "" *%$  ".*R &:? A B C D E F -:C:?8 77 Remote potentiometer, 5K 76 Remote potentiometer, wiper 75 Remote potentiometer, common Trigger, common Trigger, input Ground "%$$*%$) See +(  for locating [...]

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     $)* "" *%$ ".*R  (%##$ "*(% $ -%(!")0)%( (-"$ 6?6C2=F:56=:?6D Connect the electrode and work cables between the appropriate output studs of[...]

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     %&( *%$ ".*R  )*/ &(+*%$) (625 E9:D 6?E:C6 D64E:@? @7 @A6C2E:?8 :?DECF4E:@?D 367@C6@A6C2E:?8E96>249:?6 "*()%!42?<:== P+?=6DD FD:?8 4@=5 7665 762EFC6 H96? 766[...]

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     %&( *%$  ".*R &(%+*)(&*%$ The FLEXTEC™ 450 CE is a multi-process CC/CV DC inverter and is rated for 450 amps, 38 volts at a 60% duty cycle. The Flextec is intended for both fac- tory and field operation. It comes in a compact, rugged case that is[...]

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     %&( *%$  (%##$&(%))) $ '+&#$* (%##$&(%))) The Flextec™ 450 CE is designed for CC-MMAW, CC-GTAW (lift tig), CV-GMAW, CV-FCAW-SS and CV-FCAW-GS welding processes. CC- CAG (arc gouging) is also supported in the MMAW mode. &a[...]

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     %&( *%$  )(%$*%$*(%")(&*%$) (See Figure B.1) &@H6C)H:E49 ,@=E286:DA=2J#6E6C >A6C286:DA=2J#6E6C *96C>2=" %FEAFE@?EC@=:2= -6=5&C@46DD)6=64E@C)H:E[...]

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     %&( *%$  ".*R )!%$*(%" (See Figure B.2) ?AFE&@H6C@C5446DD@=6 1 1 +( %##%$-"$&(%+() #!$-" *96 D6CG:4623:=:EJ[...]

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     %&( *%$  ".*R >A6C286:DA=2J#6E6C • Prior to STICK or TIG operation (current flow), the meter displays preset current value. • Prior to CV operation, the meter displays four dash- es indicating non-presettable AMPS. • During welding, this meter displays actual[...]

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     %&( *%$  • When the Local/Remote is set to (6>@E6 , this dial sets the maximum welding amperage. The remote potentiometer than controls the amperage from min- imum to this pre-set maximum. *  - This weld mode is a constant current (CC) mode featuring con- tinuous control from 10 – 500 amps. It is intende[...]

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     %&( *%$  , $$()" This weld mode is a constant voltage (CV) mode fea- turing continuous control from 10 to 45 volts. It is intended for the FCAW-SS welding process. @E )E2CE V Toggle to W%$X position to provide more energy during the start of a weld. C4 @?EC@= V The Ar[...]

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     ))%()  %&*%$) ))%() 6?6C2=%AE:@?D ! Work Lead Package. ! 10ft. Weld Power Cable (Lug to Lug). ?G6CE6C 2?5 -:C6 6656C 2CE Rear-wheeled cart includes front casters and no-lift gas bottle platform. Convenient handles[...]

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     #$*$$  &(%Z#$*$$ *96C>2=&C@E64E:@? Thermostats protect the machine from excessive operating temperatures. Excessive temperatures may be caused by a lack of cooling air or operating the machine beyond the duty cycle and output rating. If excessive operating temperatu[...]

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     *(%+")%%*$  ".*R If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your "@42=":?4@=?FE9@C:K65:6=5)6CG:4624:=:EJ for technical troubleshooting assistance before you pro[...]

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     *(%+")%%*$  ".*R Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your "@42=":?4@=?FE9@C:K65:6=5)6CG:462[...]

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     *(%+")%%*$  ".*R Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your "@42=":?4@=?FE9@C:K65:6=5)6CG:462[...]

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     (#)  ".*R $%* This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specific diagram for a particular code is pasted inside the machine on one of the enclosure panels. If the diagram is illegible, write to the Service Depa[...]

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    W ARNING A VISO DE PREC A UCION A TTENTION W ARNUNG A TENÇÃO Spanish French German Portuguese Japanese Chinese Korean Arabic READ AND UNDERST AND THE MANUF ACTURER’S INS TR UCTION FOR THIS EQUIPMENT AND THE CONSUMABLES TO BE USED AND FOLL O W Y OUR EMPL O YER’S SAFETY PR A CTICES. SE RECOMIEND A LEER Y ENTENDER LAS INSTR UCCIONES DEL F ABRIC [...]

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    W ARNING A VISO DE PREC A UCION A TTENTION W ARNUNG A TENÇÃO Spanish French German Portuguese Japanese Chinese Korean Arabic LEIA E COMPREEND A A S INSTR UÇÕES DO F ABRIC ANTE P ARA ES TE EQUIP AMENT O E AS P ARTES DE USO , E SIG A A S PRÁTIC A S DE SEGUR ANÇA DO EMPREG ADOR. • Kee p yo ur h ead out of fum es. • Use ven tila tio n or exh [...]

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    • 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 • World's Leader in Welding and Cutting Products •[...]