Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product IDEALARC CV-250 Lincoln Electric
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IDEALARC C V -250 OPERA TOR’S MANUAL IM505 December, 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 your part.
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 b urn. 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.
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.
iv SAFETY iv PRÉCA UTIONS DE SÛRETÉ Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instruc- tions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suivantes: Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Arc 1.
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.
vi T ABLE OF CONTENTS Page Installation .......................................................................................................Section A Technical Specifications .........................................................................
A-1 CV-250 A-1 INST ALLA TION TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS – IDEALARC CV -250 Code Number 10013 10014 Volts at Rated Amperes 30 32 30 Auxiliary Power 42 Volts AC, 10 Amps 115 Volts AC, 5 Amps ( Both Ci.
A-2 INST ALLA TION CV-250 A-2 Read entire installation section before starting installation. SAFETY PRECA UTIONS SELECT SUIT ABLE LOCA TION Place the welder where clean cooling air can freely circulate in through the side louvers and out through the rear louvers.
A-3 INST ALLA TION CV-250 A-3 FIELD INST ALLED OPTIONS For installation of compatible field installed options (see the ACCESSORIES section of this manual and refer to the instructions included with those options. REQUIRED EQ UIPMENT -CONTROL CABLE CONNECTIONS Follow the instructions below which are appropriate for the wire feeder that will be used.
A-4 INST ALLA TION CV-250 A-4 P ARALLELING The CV-250 is not designed to be paralleled with any other power source. CONNECTION OF A UXILIAR Y EQUIPMENT T O THE WIRE FEEDER RECEPT A CLE Occasionally, it may be necessary to make connection to the circuits present in the 14-pin wire feeder recep- tacle.
B-1 OPERA TION B-1 CV-250 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 be dangerous. • Keep your head out of fumes.
B-2 OPERA TION B-2 When using a CV-250 power source with wire feed- ers, there will be a small spark if the electrode con- tacts the work or ground within several seconds after releasing the trigger.
B-3 OPERA TION B-3 A. POWER SWITCH - A two-position toggle switch.Controls the input power to the CV-250. B. VOLTAGE ADJUST - Controls the CV-250 output voltage. C. THERMAL PROTECTION INDICATION LIGHT - Indicates that the protection thermostat has activated.
B-4 OPERA TION B-4 J. WIRE FEEDER VOLTMETER SWITCH - This switch selects the polarity of the wire feeder voltmeter, if so equipped. When weld- ing electrode positive (MIG, Outershield and some Innershield processes) set the switch to "+". - When welding electrode negative (most Innershield electrodes) set the switch to "-".
B-5 OPERA TION B-5 CV-250 A., B., C. OUTPUT CONNECTORS -Each connector is a Magnum Twist-Mate™, receptacle. Insert a mating Twist-Mate™ plug, and twist clockwise to secure. For GMAW processes, and most FCAW processes, the positive output connection goes to the wire feeder.
B-6 OPERA TION B-6 ST AR TING THE MA CHINE The power switch at the extreme right side of the con- trol panel energizes the CV-250. ADJUSTING THE OUTPUT V OL T A GE USING THE DIGIT AL METER The digital meters in the CV-250 incorporate a voltage pre- set function.
C-1 A CCESSORIES C-1 F A CT OR Y INST ALLED OPTIONS/A CCESSORIES There are no factory installed options/accessories on the CV-250. FIELD INST ALLED OPTIONS REMO TE V OL T A GE CONTR OL (K857) The K857 consists of a control box with 25 feet (7.6 m) of four conductor cable.
D-1 MAINTENANCE D-1 SAFETY PRECA UTIONS GENERAL MAINTENANCE 1. The fan motor has sealed bearings which require no service. 2. In extremely dusty locations, dirt may clog the air channels causing the welder to run hot with prema- ture tripping of thermal protection.
E-1 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-1 CV-250 This Troubleshooting Guide is provided to help you locate and remedy possible prob- lems with machine setup or operation. Simply follow the three-step procedure listed below. Step 1. LOCATE PROBLEM (SYMPTOM). Look under the column labeled “PROBLEM (SYMPTOMS)”.
E-2 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-2 CV-250 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.
E-3 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-3 CV-250 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.
E-4 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-4 CV-250 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.
E-5 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-5 CV-250 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.
E-6 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-6 CV-250 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.
E-7 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-7 CV-250 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.
E-8 TR OUBLESHOO TING E-8 CV-250 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.
F-1 DIA GRAMS F-1 CV-250 CONNECTOR CAVITY NUMBERING SEQUENCE (COMPONENT SIDE OF P. C. BOARD) ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS PER E1537 + - L1 SECONDARY THERMOSTAT 222 223 224 D4 C1 C2 C3 C4 + + + + R1 SCR2 D2 D5 222 204A 204D CONTROL P. C. BOARD 221 6 PIN 4 PIN 8 PIN SNUBBER/BYPASS P.
F-2 DIA GRAMS F-2 CV-250 CV PO WER SOURCE T O AN LN-7 AND K857 Only qualified persons should install, use or service this machine. using the disconnect switch at the fuse box WARNING Turn off input power to the Welding Power Source Before connecting the wire feeder.
F-3 DIA GRAMS F-3 CV-250 CV PO WER SOURCE T O A K867 UNIVERSAL AD APTER N.A. WELDING CABLE MUST BE SIZED FOR CURRENT AND DUTY CYCLE OF APPLICATION. N.C. INSULATE EACH UNUSED LEAD INDIVIDUALLY. N.C. 76 82 81 SPARE 2 4 41 42 31 32 GND 21 77 75 REMOTE OUTPUT CONTROL N.
F-4 DIA GRAMS F-4 CV-250 CV PO WER SOURCE T O A K867 / K775 / LN-7 N.A. WELDING CABLE MUST BE SIZED FOR CURRENT AND DUTY CYCLE OF APPLICATION. N.C. INSULATE EACH UNUSED LEAD INDIVIDUALLY. SPARE 82 81 42 41 31 32 2 4 21 GND 75 76 77 31 32 2 4 21 GND N.
F-5 DIA GRAMS F-5 CV-250 CV PO WER SOURCE T O AN LN-25 Only qualified persons should install, use or service this machine. using the disconnect switch at the fuse box WARNING Turn off input power to the Welding Power Source Before connecting the wire feeder.
F-6 DIA GRAMS F-6 CV-250 CV PO WER SOURCE T O AN LN-25 / K444-1 Only qualified persons should install, use or service this machine. using the disconnect switch at the fuse box WARNING Turn off input power to the Welding Power Source Before connecting the wire feeder.
F-7 DIA GRAMS F-7 CV-250 LINCOLN PO WER SOURCE T O AN LN-742 Only qualified persons should install, use or service this machine. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL ELECTRODE CABLE - + 14 PIN AMPHENOL POWER SOURCE LINCOLN TO WORK LN-742 WIRE FEEDER Power Source before connecting the wire feeder.
F-8 DIA GRAMS F-8 CV-250 K867 UNIVERSAL AD APTER INST ALLA TION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS THIS CONNECTOR IS MEANT TO BE USED WITH LINCOLN POWER SOURCES WHICH HAVE A 14-PIN TO ANY OF THE 14 CIRCUITS PRESENT IN THE WIRE FEEDER RECEPTACLE.
F-9 DIA GRAMS F-9 CV-250 TWIST -MA TE CABLE PLUG INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS TURN THE POWER SWITCH OF THE WELDING POWER SOURCE "OFF" BEFORE INSTALLING PLUGS ON CABLES OR WHEN CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING PLUGS TO WELDING POWER SOURCE. 1. WELDING CABLE BOOT TRIM Slide the copper tube into the brass plug.
F-10 DIA GRAMS F-10 CV-250 CONNECTION OF NON-LINCOLN WIRE FEEDERS.
F-11 DIA GRAMS F-11 CV-250 DIMENSION PRINT 5-18-90J N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A. FOUR SLOTS IN BASE FOR MOUNTING WELDER DOWN USING 5/16 SCREWS 1.68 N.B. N.B. HANDLE CONFIGURATION ON EARLIER MODELS. 20.05 (509) 19.65 (499) 19.20 (487) 41.58 (1056) 26.00 (660) 3.
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