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Lincoln Electric IM857 manual

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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 • MINIFLEX Portable High V acuum Fume Extraction Unit ™ OPERA TOR’S MANUAL IM857 June, 2005 Safety Depends on [...]

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    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. ________________________________________________[...]

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    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[...]

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    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[...]

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    iv SAFETY iv Mar. ‘93 PRÉCAUTIONS 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[...]

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    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[...]

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    vi vi T ABLE OF CONTENTS Page Safety .............................................................................................................................i-iv ________________________________________________________________________ Installation .................................................................................................[...]

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    A-1 INST ALLA TION MINIFLEX A-1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS - MINIFLEX PORT ABLE FUME EXTRACTOR ( K2376-1) INPUT PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS OPERA TING CAP ACITY Min. T emperature Max. Operating T emperature Max Rel. Humidity Stage One Stage T wo Stage Three Surface Area Stage Four (Optional) Stage Five Unit Efficiency Separate Mesh Screen Pre-filter Integra[...]

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    A-2 INST ALLA TION MINIFLEX A-2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Miniflex has been specifically designed for extracting and/or filtering welding fume. It is a high vacuum, low volume system that excels in the design and ease of handling. It can be completely disassem- bled in a matter of minutes for cleaning and mainte- nance. With an automatic start/stop f[...]

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    B-1 OPERA TION MINIFLEX B-1 Read and understand this entire section before operating your Miniflex. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Always operate this equipment with the filters installed and covers in place as these provide maximum protection from moving parts and insure proper vacuum operation and cooling air flow. -------------------------------------------[...]

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    B-2 OPERA TION B-2 MINIFLEX HIGH AND LOW MODE • In high mode, both motors are working at 100% capacity, extracting 135 CFM (230 m 3 /hr), (Figure B.2, Item B). • In low mode, both motors operate at 70% capacity, extracting 94 CFM (160 m 3 /hr). MANUAL VS. AUTOMA TIC ST ART/STOP OPERA TION • Use the Automatic Start/Stop feature to extend the l[...]

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    C-1 ACCESSORIES C-1 MINIFLEX GENERAL OPTIONS / ACCESSORIES The following options/accessories are available for your MINIFLEX Portable Fume Extractor from your local Lincoln Distributor. See Miniflex brochure Publication E13.11. EN 20 Extraction Nozzle - Order K2389-5 The EN 20 nozzle is designed for a wide array of welding applications. With its fu[...]

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    D-1 MAINTENANCE D-1 The particulate matter collected in the unit may be dangerous to your health. Take necessary precau- tions so that you and your fellow workers do not breathe dust and particulate. Wear a suitable respirator when disposing of the particulate. Follow local Environmental regulations for disposal of filters and particulate matter. -[...]

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    D-2 MAINTENANCE D-2 Replacing the LongLife-H™ Filter with Integrated Aluminum Mesh Pre-separator 1. Remove electrical cord of Miniflex unit from electri- cal outlet. 2. Loosen the side clips (A). 3. Remove the top cover (B) from the machine. 4. Remove LongLife-H™ Filter (C). 5. Check the main filter seals (D) before replacing the filter. If the[...]

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    D-3 MAINTENANCE D-3 MINIFLEX A. Side Clips B. T op Cover C. LongLife-H™ Filter D. Main Filter Seals E. Outlet Cover F . HEP A Filter G. Carbon Brushes H. Pre-filter Figure D.1 G B F E A C D H A[...]

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    E-1 TROUBLESHOOTING E-1 MINIFLEX 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. CAUTION This Troubleshooting Guide is provided to help you locate and repair possibl[...]

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    E-2 TROUBLESHOOTING E-2 MINIFLEX Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) POSSIBLE CAUSE RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION Motor does not start. Motor stops automatically. Poor suction. Unit will not sense current. Unit automatically cycles between low and high speeds. 1 . Ensure 115 VAC input power is available.[...]

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    F-1 WIRING DIAGRAM F-1 MINIFLEX NOTE: 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 Department for a replacement. Give the equipment code numb[...]

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    W ARNING A VISO DE PRECAUCION A TTENTION W ARNUNG A TENÇÃO Spanish French German Portuguese Japanese Chinese Korean Arabic READ AND UNDERST AND THE MANUF ACTURER’S INSTRUCTION FOR THIS EQUIPMENT AND THE CONSUMABLES TO BE USED AND FOLLOW YOUR EMPLOYER’S SAFETY PRACTICES. SE RECOMIENDA LEER Y ENTENDER LAS INSTRUCCIONES DEL F ABRICANTE PARA EL U[...]

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    W ARNING A VISO DE PRECAUCION A TTENTION W ARNUNG A TENÇÃO Spanish French German Portuguese Japanese Chinese Korean Arabic LEIA E COMPREENDA AS INSTRUÇÕES DO F ABRICANTE PARA 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 fro[...]

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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 •[...]