Lincoln Electric 500 manual Wire Feeder Voltmeter Switch, Table B.1

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Provides a connection point for the electrode and

B-3

OPERATION

B-3

4.ARC CONTROL- The ARC CONTROL dial is active in the CV-WIRE, CC-STICK and DOWNHILL PIPE modes, and has different functions in these modes. This control is not active in the TIG and ARC GOUGING mode.

CC-STICK mode: In this mode, the ARC CONTROL dial sets the short circuit current (arc-force) during stick welding to adjust for a soft or crisp arc. Increasing the dial from –10 (soft) to +10 (crisp) increases the short circuit current and prevents sticking of the electrode to the plate while welding. This can also increase spatter. It is recommended that the ARC CONTROL be set to the minimum number without electrode sticking. Start with a setting at 0.

DOWNHILL PIPE mode: In this mode, the ARC CONTROL dial sets the short circuit current (arc-force) during stick welding to adjust for a soft or a more forceful digging arc (crisp). Increasing the number from –10 (soft) to +10 (crisp) increases the short circuit current which results in a more forceful digging arc. Typically a forceful digging arc is pre- ferred for root and hot passes. A softer arc is preferred for fill and cap passes where weld puddle control and deposition ("stacking" of iron) are key to fast travel speeds. It is recom- mended that the ARC CONTROL be set initially at 0.

CV-WIRE mode: In this mode, turning the ARC CONTROL clock wise from –10 (soft) to +10 (crisp) changes the arc from soft and washed-in to crisp and narrow. It acts as an inductance/pinch control. The proper setting depends on the procedure and operator preference. Start with a setting of 0.

5. WELD OUTPUT TERMINALS WITH FLANGE NUT-

work cables.

6.GROUND STUD- Provides a connection point for connecting the machine case to earth ground.

7.14-PIN CONNECTOR- For attaching wire feeder con- trol cables. Includes contactor closure circuit, auto-sensing remote control circuit, and 42V power. The remote control circuit operates the same as the 6 Pin Amphenol.

8.6-PIN CONNECTOR- For attaching optional remote control equipment. Includes auto-sensing remote control circuit.

9.WELD TERMINALS CONTROL SWITCH- In the WELD TERMINALS ON position, the output is electrically hot all the time. In the REMOTELY CONTROLLED posi- tion, the output is controlled by a wire feeder or amptrol device, and is electrically off until a remote switch is depressed.

10. WIRE FEEDER VOLTMETER SWITCH:

Matches the polarity of the wire feeder voltmeter to the polarity of the electrode.

11. VRD (Voltage Reduction Device) INDICA- TOR LIGHTS- On the front panel of the VAN- TAGE® 500 are two indicator lights. A red light when lit indicates OCV(Open Circuit Voltage) is equal to or greater than 30V and a green light when lit indicates OCV(Open Circuit Voltage) is less than 30V.

The VRD “On/Off” switch inside the control panel must be “On” for the VRD function to be active and the lights to be enabled. When the machine is first started with VRD enabled, both lights will illuminate for 5 seconds.

These lights monitor the OCV(Open Circuit Voltage) and weld voltage at all times. In the CC-Stick mode when not welding the green light will illuminate indi- cating that the VRD has reduced the OCV to less than 30V. During welding the red light will illuminate whenever the arc voltage is equal to or greater than 30V. This means that the red and green light may alternate depending on the weld voltage. This is nor- mal operation.

If the red light remains illuminated when not welding in the CC-stick mode, the VRD is not functioning properly. Please refer to your local field service shop for service.

If the VRD is turned “On” and the lights don’t come “On”, refer to the trouble shooting section.

TABLE B.1

VRD INDICATOR LIGHTS

MODE

 

VRD "ON"

VRD "OFF"

CC-STICK

OCV

Green (OCV Reduced)

 

 

While

Red or Green

 

 

Welding

(Depends on Weld Voltage) *

 

CV-WIRE

OCV

Red (OCV Not Reduced)

 

 

 

Weld Terminals On

 

 

 

Red (OCV Not Reduced)

 

 

 

Weld Terminals Remotely Controlled

 

 

 

Gun Trigger Closed

 

 

 

Green (No OCV)

 

 

 

 

 

Weld Terminals Remotely Controlled

 

 

 

Gun Trigger Open

No Lights

 

While

Red or Green

 

 

 

Welding

(Depends on Weld Voltage) *

 

PIPE

OCV

Green (No Output)

 

 

 

 

While

Not Applicable (No Output)

 

 

 

Welding

 

 

 

 

 

ARC GOUGING

OCV

Green (No Output)

 

 

While

Not Applicable (No Output)

 

 

Welding

 

 

 

 

 

TIG

OCV

Green (Process is Low Voltage)

 

 

While

Green (Process is Low Voltage)

 

 

 

 

Welding

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*It is normal for the lights to alternate between colors while welding.

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Contents Vantage California Proposition 65 Warnings SafetyE C T R I C S H O C K c a n kill Iii Welding and Cutting Sparks can Cause fire or explosionSûreté Pour Soudage a L’Arc Précautions DE SûretéThank You Table of Contents Section D Section ESection F Technical Specifications Vantage 500 K2686 InstallationReceptacles Auxiliary Power Circuit Breaker Other Circuit BreakersSafety Precautions VRD Voltage Reduction DeviceLocation and Ventilation Vehicle Mounting PRE-OPERATION Engine ServiceTowing OILRemote Control Battery ConnectionFuel Engine Cooling SystemElectrical Connections Duplex Receptacles and Gfci Modules Auxiliary Power Receptacles Standby Power ConnectionsConnection of Vantage 500 to Premises Wiring Connection of LN-15 to the Vantage Shut the welder off Connection of Lincoln Electric Wire FeedersAcross The-Arc Model Control Cable ModelInstallation General Description OperationFigure B.1 Weld Mode Selector SwitchTable B.1 Wire Feeder Voltmeter SwitchGlow Plug Push Button Engine ControlsStarting the Engine Table B.2Welder Operation Stopping the EngineConstant Current CC-STICK Welding Duty CycleTIG Welding Typical Current Ranges 1 for Tungsten ELECTRODES2Table B.3 Auxiliary Power Wire WELDING-CVARC Gouging PlusAccessories Field Installed OptionsWelders Vantage Routine Maintenance MaintenanceEngine OIL Change AIR CleanerOIL Filter Change Such as dust and dirt being drawn into the engineService Instructions Cooling System Tightening the FAN BeltBleeding the Fuel System Engine Adjustment Battery MaintenanceServicing Optional Spark Arrestor Gfci Module Testing and Resetting Procedure Welder / Generator MaintenanceHOW to USE Troubleshooting Guide TroubleshootingContact your local Lincoln Welding without a control cable Authorized Field Service Facility Authorized Field Service Facility Your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service FacilityDiagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Wiring Diagram500 Dimension Print Vantage Vantage Aviso DE Keep your head out of fumes Turn power off before servicing
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