Lincoln Electric INVERTEC IM465-B manual

INVER TEC DC TIG S T AR TER OPERA TOR’S MANUAL This manual for use with DC TIG Starter Codes 9926, 9990 & 10368 IM465-B October, 1999 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 thought- ful operation on [...]

FOR ENGINE powered equipment. 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. ________________________________________________[...]

ii SAFETY ii ARC RA YS can burn. 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 your skin[...]

FOR ELECTRICALL Y powered 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 U.S. National Electrical C[...]

iv SAFETY iv PRÉCA UTIONS DE SÛRETÉ 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: Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Arc 1. Protegez-vous contre la secousse électrique: a. Les circuits [...]

Thank You for selecting a QUALITY 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! Read this Operators Manual completely before attempting to use this equipment. Save this manual and keep it handy for quick reference. Pay par[...]

vi T ABLE OF CONTENTS Page Installation .......................................................................................................Section A Technical Specifications ........................................................................................A-1 Product Description ............................................................[...]

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INPUT Standard Voltage/Frequency Input Current 42 VAC ± 15% / 50/60 Hz. 2.0 Amps - Rated Output A-1 INST ALLA TION INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER A-1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS – DC TIG ST ARTER CURRENT LIMIT Height Width Depth Weight 6.44 in 10.72 in 21.01 in 23 Ibs 164 mm 272 mm 523 mm 10.4 kg PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS Duty Cycle Amps 60% Duty Cycle 300 100[...]

A-2 INST ALLA TION INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER A-2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The purpose of the DC TIG Starter is to provide a high frequency, high voltage pulse for arc starting in DC TIG welding applications. It is intended to be used with the Invertec™ power sources which have a 5.5 amp, 42 VAC auxiliary supply. The DC TIG Starter’s output rating matc[...]

A-3 INST ALLA TION INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER A-3 b. Keep the work and torch leads as short as possible and as close together as possible. Lengths should not exceed 25 ft. (7.6m). Tape the leads together when practical. c. Be sure the torch and work cable rubber coverings are free of cuts and cracks that allow high frequen- cy leakage. d. Keep the tor[...]

A-4 INST ALLA TION INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER A-4 Figure 2 below shows connection of water-cooled torches with the required 7/8-RH to 5/8-RH adapter for the gas fitting. The water/coolant inlet connection for the torch should be connected directly to the 7/8-LH water/coolant connection. FIGURE 2 Connection Diagram for Water-Cooled Torches. NOTE: All r[...]

B-1 OPERA TION INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER B-1 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. • Do not touch electrically live parts or electrode with skin or wet clothing. • Insulate yourself from work and ground. • Always wear dry insulating gloves. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ FUMES AND GASES can b[...]

B-2 OPERA TION B-2 INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER Power Source and Starter Kit Operation Duty Cycle The DC TIG Starter kit is rated to match the V300 Invertec’s duty cycle of 300 amps, 60% duty cycle, and 250 amps, 100% duty cycle. Invertec Control Function/Operation Power Switch: Placing the Invertec’s power switch in the “ON” position will energ[...]

Trigger Function Switch: This switch selects a 2-step or 4-step trigger function when used with an arc start switch. This switch should be placed in the 2-step position when the DC TIG Starter is used with an amptrol. For best utility, the output terminals switch on the Invertec should be placed in the “REMOTE” posi- tion. Operation with an Arc[...]

B-4 OPERA TION B-4 INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER FIGURE 3 2-Step Trigger Control Using Arc Start Switch 4-STEP: In this mode, closing the trigger (or arc start switch) will start the welding process with a 0.5 second gas preflow. The Invertec’s welding terminals will ener- gize and the solid state starting circuit will operate until the trigger is open[...]

C-1 A CCESSORIES C-1 There are no factory installed options. The DC TIG Starter comes complete with cables, torch adapters, and hardware for installation. Field Installed Options/Accessories: Cable Plugs: Cable Plug Kit for 1/0-2/0- cable (K852- 70): Attaches to welding cable to provide quick dis- connect from machine. NOTE: A 17” 1/0 cable with [...]

D-1 MAINTENANCE D-1 INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER Routine Maintenance 1 . Every 6 months or so the machine should be cleaned with a low pressure airstream. Keeping the machine clean will result in cooler operation and higher reliability. 2. Examine the sheet metal case for dents or break- age. Repair the case as required. Keep the case in good condition [...]

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the necessary tests/repairs safely, contact your local authorized field service facility before you proceed. This Troubleshooting Guide is designed to be used by the machine Owner/Operator. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to th[...]

E-2 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-2 INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER 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 Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. CA UT[...]

E-3 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-3 INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER 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 Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. CA UT[...]

E-4 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-4 INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER 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 Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. CA UT[...]

E-5 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-5 INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER 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 Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. CA UT[...]

E-6 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-6 INVERTEC DC TIG STARTER Environmental Protection High voltage connections are covered with an RTV sealant to prevent malfunction in severe environ- ments. Sealant must be applied to connections which have been opened or otherwise lost their protection. A noncorrosive electronic grade sealant such as Dow Corning 3140, 3145,[...]

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W ARNING A VISO DE PRECA UCION A TTENTION W ARNUNG A TENÇÃO Spanish French German Portuguese Japanese Chinese Korean Arabic LEIA E COMPREENDA AS INSTRUÇÕES DO F ABRICANTE P ARA ESTE EQUIP AMENTO E AS P ARTES DE USO, E SIGA AS PRÁTICAS DE SEGURANÇA DO EMPREGADOR. ● Keep your head out of fumes. ● Use ventilation or exhaust to remove fumes f[...]

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