Lincoln Electric SVM200-A manual

SVM200-A April, 2010 SER VICE MANUAL For use with machine code number: AD1332-1 AD1332-2 VR TEX ™ 360 • Sales and Service through Subsidiaries and Distributors Worldwide • Cleveland, Ohio 441 17-1 199 U.S.A. TEL: 888.935.3878 F AX: 216.383.8823 WEB SITE: www .VRTEX360.com • World's Leader in W elding and Cutting Products • Copyright [...]

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VRTEX TM 360 SAFETY i i FOR ENGINE pow ered equipment. 1 .a. T urn the engine off bef ore tr oubleshooting and maint enance work unless the maintenance work requir es it to be running . ____________________________________________________ 1 .b . Operate engines in open, w ell-ventilat ed areas or v ent the engine e xhaust fumes outdoors . _________[...]

SAFETY ii ii VRTEX TM 360 ARC R A Y S can bur n. 4.a. Use a shield with the pr oper filt er and cov er plates t o prot ect your e yes fr om sparks and the ra ys of the ar c when welding or observing open arc welding . Headshield and filt er lens should conform to ANSI Z87 . I standards. 4.b . Use suitable clothing made from dur able f lame-resistan[...]

VRTEX TM 360 SAFETY iii iii FOR ELECTRIC ALL Y pow ered equipment. 8.a. T ur n of f input power using the disconnect switch at the fuse bo x bef ore w orking on the equipment. 8.b . Install equipment in accordance with the U .S . National Electrical Code, all local codes and the manuf actur er’s recommendations . 8.c. Ground the equipment in acco[...]

6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammab les ou les recouvrir afin de pré v enir tout risque d’incendie dû aux étincelles. 7 . Quand on ne soude pas, poser la pince à une endroit isolé de la mass e. U n cour t-c ircuit acc idental pe ut provoquer un échauf fement et un risque d’incendie. 8. S’assurer que la masse est connectée le plus pr ?[...]

SAFETY v v VRTEX TM 360 Do not place objects on the T able Arm or Weld Machine. Handle the Face Mounted Display (FMD) integrated helmet with care. When not in use, the Helmet should be placed some- where where it will not fall down or be harmed. If you will not be using the sys- tem for longer than 4 hours, shut down your unit. Handle the VR SMA W [...]

SAFETY vi vi VRTEX TM 360 Recycling W elding Equipment at End of Life W aste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Recycling Recycling and reclamation of used electrical and electronic equipment is important to many nations and localities. Lincoln Electric provides information to assist in the recycling of welding equipment. This parts list co[...]

- MASTER T ABLE OF CONTENTS FOR ALL SECTIONS - I I VRTEX TM 360 Page S a f e t y ........................................................................... i - v i I n s t a l l a t i o n .................................................................. S e c t i o nA O p e r a t i o n .............................................................[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS - INST ALLA TION SECTION A-1 A-1 VRTEX TM 360 Installation...........................................................................................................Section A Graphic Symbols .................................................................................................................. A -2 T echnical Specifica[...]

INST ALLA TION A-2 A-2 VRTEX TM 360 INPUT POWER ON OFF CIRCUIT BREAKER INPUT POWER SINGLE PHASE AL TERNA TING CURRENT READ THIS OPERA T ORS MANU AL COMPLETEL Y INPUT VOL T AGE INPUT CURRENT PROTECTIVE GROUND W ARNING or CAUTION Documentation must be con- sulted in all cases where this symbol is displayed. Explosion Dangerous V oltage Shock Hazard G[...]

INST ALLA TION A-3 A-3 VRTEX TM 360 TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS: AD1332-1 (STD. FREQ.) / AD1332-2 (AL T . FREQ.) VRTEX ™ ™ 360 - VIRTUAL REALITY WELDING TRAINER MAKE/MODEL DESCRIPTION INPUT VOL T AGE INPUT CURRENT + /- 10 % ( M A X .) AD1332-1 Standard Frequency 1 15-230 V AC (50-60 HZ) 4A-2A Single Phase AD1332-2 Alternate Frequency 1 15-230 V A[...]

INST ALLA TION A-4 A-4 VRTEX TM 360 TIL TING Place the VR TEX TM 360 directly on a secure, level sur- face. HIGH FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE PRO- TECTION READ ENTIRE INST ALLA TION SECTION BEFORE ST ARTING INST ALLA TION. Safety Precautions ------------------------------------------------------------ SELECT SUIT ABLE LOCA TION The machine will not opera[...]

INST ALLA TION A-5 A-5 VRTEX TM 360 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The VRTEX TM 360 is a Virtual Welding T raining System. This computer controlled interactive system simulates arc welding through the use of realistic pud- dle graphics and sounds. This training system is capa- ble of simulating multiple arc welding processes on a wide variety of weld joint co[...]

INST ALLA TION A-6 A-6 VRTEX TM 360 10. Remove the four screws from the wooden rear cross brace. 1 1. Remove the wooden cross brace while ensuring the unit is steady and secure. 12. Carefully roll the machine off the rear of the skid. Ramping may be required. 13. Uncrate and unpack the table and table base. 9. Using the 3/8” wrench, remove the tw[...]

INST ALLA TION A-7 A-7 VRTEX TM 360 14. Insert the input supply power cord into the back of the VRTEX TM 360 and into a standard electrical outlet capable of 1 15 to 230 V AC at 4 to 2 Amps. T ABLE & SWING ARM SET -UP: 1. Using the 3/16” allen wrench, remove the two ¼” x 20 Allen-head screws from the base assembly . NOTE: The longer screw [...]

INST ALLA TION A-8 A-8 VRTEX TM 360 9. Carefully slide swing-arm onto post with the letters (on the collar) “ABC” up and the grey cable located on the bottom of the swing arm assembly . 10. Insert a third collar pin at a convenient height for holding the helmet. MONITOR: 1. Remove monitor from cardboard box. 2. Remove the cable ties from monito[...]

NOTES A-9 A-9 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS - OPERA TION SECTION B-1 B-1 VRTEX TM 360 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1 P roduct Description .............................................................. .................................B-2 User Int erf ace Ov er view ....[...]

OPERA TION B-2 B-2 VRTEX TM 360 FRONT OF MACHINE 1 2 3 6 7 8 10 11 9 6 5 4 12 14 13 PR ODUCT DESCRIPTION The VRTEX TM 360 is a vir tual reality arc welding train- ing machine only and NO T a r eal ar c welding machine. Please be awar e of all standard safety practices asso- ciated with welding . Some standard war nings are included in this manual. [...]

OPERA TION B-3 B-3 VRTEX TM 360 USER INTERF ACE OVER VIEW The VRTEX TM 360 is a virtual reality arc welding train- er . This computer based training system is an educa- tional tool designed to allow students to practice their welding technique in a simulated environment. It pro- motes the ef ficient transfer of welding skills to the weld- ing booth[...]

OPERA TION B-4 B-4 VRTEX TM 360 HARDW ARE SPECIFICS: VR GMA W/FCA W GUN The VR GMA W/FCA W gun should be placed on the round gun holder on the right side when not in use. The VR gun has a trigger that is used during the simu- lation of GMA W and FCA W processes to initiate and maintain the simulated welding arc. In order to strike an arc with the[...]

OPERA TION B-5 B-5 VRTEX TM 360 Helmet Users should first adjust the helmet so it fits comfort- ably . Adjustments can be made by depressing and turning the knob at the back of the helmet in until the desired size is achieved. If necessary , the user may also have to adjust the top crown adjustment to fit their head size. The helmet has an FMD (Fac[...]

OPERA TION B-6 B-6 VRTEX TM 360 POST W/PIN INSERTED IN #18 COUPON INSERTION / REMOV AL CAUTION Do not use excessive force when inserting and removing coupons into the arm. Stand The stand is comprised of the post, arm, table, collar pins, base and two weights. Users should position themselves at the stand during virtual welding. Post The arm and ta[...]

OPERA TION B-7 B-7 VRTEX TM 360 When setting up the virtual equipment, the user must set the welding parameters (e.g. wire feed speed for VR GMA W) within the ranges set in the tolerance edi- tor . The system ships with Lincoln default tolerances. Lincoln default tolerances can be reviewed in the toler- ance editor , or refer to the Default Weld Pr[...]

OPERA TION B-8 B-8 VRTEX TM 360 Imperi al M etr ic Ab bre vi ation Detail A bbre vi ation Detail Coupon thickness in inches mm mi ll im e t ers Gas flo w rate CFH cubic fe et p er ho ur LPM li t ers per m in u te Wi r e feed speed IPM inches p er m inu te MPM m eters p er mi nu te W eldome t er - B ase metal lbs kg k ilo g ram s W el dome t er - G [...]

OPERA TION B-9 B-9 VRTEX TM 360 Joint Configuration Selection Screen: Overview The user selects which joint configuration they want to virtually weld. First, the user selects the joint and posi- tion. Using the joystick and the red select button, the user can highlight and select the joint type and position in which to weld. A rotating view of the [...]

OPERA TION B-10 B-10 VRTEX TM 360 Process Selection Screen: Overview This screen allows the user to select the welding processes. T o change among VR GMAW , VR FCAW , and VR SMA W , the user moves the process switch on the front of the weld machine. See the joint configura- tion chart for available processes. If a process is not supported for the s[...]

OPERA TION B-11 B-11 VRTEX TM 360 T able/Arm Rotation Move the physical VR table and arm to the desired location for the position and joint configuration select- ed. T o raise or lower the arm or table, hold the arm/table in place and pull out the pin in the pole sup- porting it. Replace the pin in the hole that supports the arm/table at the proper[...]

OPERA TION B-12 B-12 VRTEX TM 360 Environment Screen: Overview The VRTEX TM 360 comes pre-configured with a num- ber of different virtual welding environments. T o select an environment, the user moves the joystick left or right and then presses the red select button or green continue button to choose the environment. Menu Selecting Logout takes th[...]

OPERA TION B-13 B-13 VRTEX TM 360 W eld Machine Settings Screen: Overview The user must enter the proper welding procedure and process settings, including wire feed speed, amperage, voltage, and polarity , where applicable. As in the gas setup screen, the user must enter values within the acceptable range as governed by the toler- ance editor . If [...]

OPERA TION B-14 B-14 VRTEX TM 360 Upper Overlays The welding technique set in the tolerance editor and other process details are displayed on the upper right portion of the screen. Push Buttons Menu Selecting Logout brings the user back to the login screen, with the user ʼs name removed. Action Button The orange action menu button has the followin[...]

OPERA TION B-15 B-15 VRTEX TM 360 The Arc Length cue is similar to the CTWD cue but represents arc length distance for the VR SMAW process. The goal is to get the tip of the arrow on the line and keep the arrow color Green. The T ravel/Work Angles can be used with the SMA W , GMA W or FCA W processes. The goal of this cue is to center the circle in[...]

OPERA TION B-16 B-16 VRTEX TM 360 LASER SCREEN (HORIZONT AL WELDING) NO WELD LASER SCREEN (VERTICAL WELDING) NO WELD LASER SCREEN (GRAPH, DEFECTS, DISCONTINUITIES, ETC.) WELD TECHNIQUE GRAPH DISCONTINUITY INDICA TOR LASER SCREEN (Live Action Student Evaluation Report) Overview This screen summarizes the students welding perfor- mance. Detailed info[...]

OPERA TION B-17 B-17 VRTEX TM 360 Each parameter can be toggled on or of f of the graph by highlighting the parameter with the joystick and pressing the red select button. Whipping and weaving parameters are graphed when the user uses these welding tech- niques. The following technique parameters are used in the following situations: Position is th[...]

OPERA TION B-18 B-18 VRTEX TM 360 Work Angle is the angle between the electrode and workpiece as seen in the work angle picture. T ravel Angle is the angle between the electrode and the workpiece in the direction of travel. The upper right area of the screen displays if the user should be pushing or dragging. If the user pushes when they should be [...]

OPERA TION B-19 B-19 VRTEX TM 360 T ravel Speed is how fast the electrode is traveling in respect to the workpiece. Dime Spacing is the distance from one solidified weld puddle to the next. (whip technique only) Whip Time is the time the user is in the whipping motion, or not dwelling in the weld puddle. (whip tech- nique only) Dwell Time is the ti[...]

OPERA TION B-20 B-20 VRTEX TM 360 End Pass When the user presses the green “End Pass” menu button, the pass is scored, a snapshot of the weld is taken, and the percentages of the weld containing dis- continuities are calculated. If the user has inserted a USB device, pressing “End Pass” also automati- cally saves a student report to the USB[...]

OPERA TION B-21 B-21 VRTEX TM 360 W eldometer TM Overview The W eldometer TM tracks virtual consumables, base material and gas usage. This information can be used to track materials and cost savings created by the use of virtual welding training. The Weldometer TM tracks material usage and arc time over a “trip” (since last reset) and over the [...]

OPERA TION B-22 B-22 VRTEX TM 360 Reset T rip Pressing Reset T rip zeroes out all items in the trip col- umn. This allows an instructor to track VR material savings over a certain time period. Save to File If a USB memory device is in the front of the unit, selecting “save to file” saves a file with all of the current Weldometer TM information.[...]

OPERA TION B-23 B-23 VRTEX TM 360 Choose T olerance Set-up This displays the list of all tolerance settings currently stored on the unit. All units ship with default settings. If the user presses the red select button while the file name is highlighted, it becomes the currently used tol- erance setting. This affects the visual cues, graphs, discont[...]

OPERA TION B-24 B-24 VRTEX TM 360 Back Pressing back returns the user to the previous page screen. Continue Pressing continue goes to the tolerance configuration selection screen, unless the user was renaming a file, in which case it goes back to the previous page. T olerances Joint Configuration Selection Screen Overview The user selects which con[...]

OPERA TION B-25 B-25 VRTEX TM 360 T olerances V alue Modifying Overview The user can modify the tolerance values. This is done by: 1) Use the joystick to highlight the equipment set- ting or parameter to change. 2) Press the red select button. 3) Use the joystick to change the value. Pressing the green set tolerances button will save the changes. T[...]

OPERA TION B-26 B-26 VRTEX TM 360 T olerances Pattern and Aim Screen Overview This screen allows the user to change the type of pat- tern being used (stringer , box weave, straight weave, whip, triangle weave) and the position of the root of the weld. The X and Y values change the location of where the weld bead should be placed. This affects the p[...]

OPERA TION B-27 B-27 VRTEX TM 360 T olerances Whip and T ravel Speed Screen Overview This screen allows for the modification of technique parameter relating to the whipping welding technique and travel speed including: • Dime Spacing • Whip T ime • Puddle T ime • T ravel Speed T olerances W eave Screen Overview This screen allows for the mo[...]

OPERA TION B-28 B-28 VRTEX TM 360 SMAW 1/8" E6010 Fleetweld 5P+ NA NA Flat .25" 90 (±5) NA DC+ SMAW 1/8" E6010 Fleetweld 5P+ NA NA 2F , 3F up, 4F .375" 90 (±5) NA DC+ SMAW 1/8" E6010 Fleetweld 5P+ NA NA 1G, 2G, 3G up, 4G .375" 90 (±5) NA DC+ SMAW 1/8" E7018 Excalibur 7018 NA NA Flat .25" 125 (±5) NA DC+ S[...]

NOTES B-29 B-29 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS - MAINTENANCE SECTION D-1 D-1 VRTEX TM 360 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-1 Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

MAINTENANCE D-2 D-2 VRTEX TM 360 CLEANING & MAINTENANCE FMD T aking proper care of the FMD (Face Mounted Display) is important for optimal functioning of the equipment. Occasionally , the FMD lens should be wiped with the lint free lens wipe that is provided. This can be done to remove fingerprints from the lenses. Y ou can also use a lens clot[...]

MAINTENANCE D-3 D-3 VRTEX TM 360 1. Case Front Assembly 2. Control Panel Assembly 3. Coupon Drawer Assembly 4. Base Assembly & Computer 5. Stand Assembly & Accessories 6. Cart Assembly 7. Covers FIGURE D.1 - MAJOR COMPONENT LOCA TION 1 1 3 3 4 4 7 7 6 6 2 2 5 5 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Sect[...]

NOTES D-4 D-4 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS-THEOR Y OF OPERA TION SECTION E-1 E-1 VRTEX TM 360 Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-1 General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

THEOR Y OF OPERA TION E-2 E-2 VRTEX TM 360 NOTE: Unshaded areas of Block Logic Diagram are the subject of discussion GENERAL DESCRIPTION The V irtual W elding T raining System VR TEX TM 360 is a computer controlled interactive system that, through the combination of realistic puddle simulation and arc welding sound provides the user with a realisti[...]

THEOR Y OF OPERA TION E-3 E-3 VRTEX TM 360 FIGURE E.3 - INPUT POWER & DISTRIBUTION INPUT POWER & DISTRIBUTION The single phase input power (1 15-240V AC) is applied through a terminal strip and a momentary switch to four discreet components. They are the computer assembly (CPU), the 5VDC supply , the 12VDC supply and the monitor . These com[...]

THEOR Y OF OPERA TION E-4 E-4 VRTEX TM 360 NOTE: Unshaded areas of Block Logic Diagram are the subject of discussion COMPUTER ASSEMBL Y (CPU) FUNCTIONS, USER CONTROLS, INDICA T ORS & VIDEO/AUDIO COMPONENTS Once the CPU is powered up it becomes the main information processing component of the VRTEX TM 360. The CPU receives commands from User Int[...]

THEOR Y OF OPERA TION E-5 E-5 VRTEX TM 360 NOTE: Unshaded areas of Block Logic Diagram are the subject of discussion FMD CONTROL UNIT , POLHEMUS INTERF ACE MODULE, WELDING ST AND, HELMET , RELA Y BOARD AND WELDING DEVICES The FMD Control Unit forwards the video and audio information it receives from the CPU to the Helmet for real time user performa[...]

NOTES E-6 E-6 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS - TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-1 F-1 VRTEX TM 360 T roubleshooting and Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-1 How to Use T roubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-2 F-2 VRTEX TM 360 This T roubleshooting Guide is provided to help you locate and repair possible machine malfunctions. Simply follow the three-step procedure listed below . Step 1. LOCA TE PROBLEM (SYMPTOM). Look under the column labeled “PROBLEM (SYMPTOMS)”. This column describes pos- sible symptoms that the mach[...]

Sometimes machine failures appear to be due to PC board failures. These problems can sometimes be traced to poor electrical connections. T o avoid prob- lems when troubleshooting and replacing PC boards, please use the following procedure: 1. Determine to the best of your technical ability that the PC board is the most likely component causing the [...]

If for a ny reason you do not understand the tes t procedur es or are unable to per form the tests/repairs safely , contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubles hooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1- 888-935-3878 . CAUTION TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-4 F-4 VRTEX TM 360 POWER-UP PROBLEMS Observe Safety Guidelines [...]

POWER-UP PROBLEMS Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual. PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) POSSIBLE AREAS OF MISADJUSTMENT(S) RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION If for a ny reason you do not understand the tes t procedur es or are unable to per form the tests/repairs safely , contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical tr[...]

If for a ny reason you do not understand the tes t procedur es or are unable to per form the tests/repairs safely , contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubles hooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1- 888-935-3878 . CAUTION TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-6 F-6 VRTEX TM 360 POWER-UP PROBLEMS Observe Safety Guidelines [...]

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely , contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1- 888-935-3878 . CAUTION TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-7 F-7 VRTEX TM 360 Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginni[...]

If for a ny reason you do not understand the tes t procedur es or are unable to per form the tests/repairs safely , contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubles hooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1- 888-935-3878 . CAUTION TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-8 F-8 VRTEX TM 360 Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the be[...]

If for a ny reason you do not understand the tes t procedur es or are unable to per form the tests/repairs safely , contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubles hooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1- 888-935-3878 . CAUTION TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-9 F-9 VRTEX TM 360 FUNCTION PROBLEMS Observe Safety Guidelines [...]

CAUTION TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-10 F-10 VRTEX TM 360 If for a ny reason you do not understand the tes t procedur es or are unable to per form the tests/repairs safely , contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubles hooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1- 888-935-3878 . FUNCTION PROBLEMS Observe Safety Guideline[...]

CAUTION TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-11 F-11 VRTEX TM 360 If for a ny reason you do not understand the tes t procedur es or are unable to per form the tests/repairs safely , contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubles hooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1- 888-935-3878 . FUNCTION PROBLEMS Observe Safety Guideline[...]

FUNCTION PROBLEMS Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual. PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) POSSIBLE AREAS OF MISADJUSTMENT(S) RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION If for a ny reason you do not understand the tes t procedur es or are unable to per form the tests/repairs safely , contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical tr[...]

FUNCTION PROBLEMS Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual. PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) POSSIBLE AREAS OF MISADJUSTMENT(S) RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION If for a ny reason you do not understand the tes t procedur es or are unable to per form the tests/repairs safely , contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical tr[...]

NOTES F-14 F-14 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

Service and repair should be performed only by Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty . For your safety and to avoid electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed thr[...]

5 VOL T SUPPL Y FIGURE F .1 – 5 VDC SUPPL Y LOCA TION 5 VDC SUPPL Y TEST PROCEDURE (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-16 F-16 VRTEX TM 360 TEST PROCEDURE 1. Disconnect the input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Connect the input power . 5. Power up the machine.[...]

+ + - - 5VDC/5A DPP25-5 N L D C ON DPP50-15 DPP50-15 + + - - + + - - 15VDC/3.4A 15VDC/3.4A N L N L DC ON DC ON Ground (Green) 102A ( White) 103B (Pink/Red) 81 81 50 50 FIGURE F .2 – 5 VDC SUPPL Y LEAD LOCA TION 5 VDC SUPPL Y TEST PROCEDURE (continued) 8. Using a volt/ohmmeter , check for the presence of input power at leads 102A to 103B at the su[...]

NOTES F-18 F-18 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

Service and repair should be performed only by Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty . For your safety and to avoid electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed thr[...]

FIGURE F .3 – 12/15 VDC SUPPL Y LOCA TION 12/15 VDC SUPPL Y TEST PROCEDURE (continued) TEST PROCEDURE 1. Disconnect the input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Connect the input power . 5. Power up the machine. 6. Locate the 12/15 V olt Supply . See Figure F .3. 7. Che[...]

+ + - - + + - - 5 VDC/5A 5VDC/5A DPP25-5 DPP25-5 N L N L DC ON DC ON DPP50-15 DPP50-15 + + - - + + - - 1 5VDC/3.4A 15VDC/3.4A N L N L D C ON DC ON Ground (Green) 102B ( White) 103C (Pink/Red) 71 71 72 72 FIGURE F .4 – 12/15 VDC SUPPL Y LEAD LOCA TION 12/15 VDC SUPPL Y TEST PROCEDURE (continued) 8. Using a volt/ohmmeter , check for the presence of[...]

NOTES F-22 F-22 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

Service and repair should be performed only by Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty . For your safety and to avoid electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed thr[...]

F MD CONTROLLER HORIZ ONT AL MOUNTING SHELF F MD (HELME T ) DOOR FIGURE F .5 – FMD LOCA TION F ACE MOUNTED DISPLA Y (FMD) CONTROL UNIT TEST (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-24 F-24 VRTEX TM 360 TEST PROCEDURE 1. Disconnect the input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedur[...]

RED LED F R O N T FIGURE F .6 – FMD CONTROL UNIT F ACE MOUNTED DISPLA Y (FMD) CONTROL UNIT TEST (continued) 9. Check for loose or faulty connections between the FMD control unit and the following; • VGA Splitter • Polhemus Control • CPU NOTE: See wiring diagram. 10. If the FMD controller is receiving 5VDC and all the proper connections are [...]

NOTES F-26 F-26 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

Service and repair should be performed only by Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty . For your safety and to avoid electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed thr[...]

INTERF ACE MODULE DIGIT AL I/O HORIZ ONT AL MOUNTING SHELF INTERF ACE MODULE (USB) FIGURE F .7 – INTERF ACE DIGIT AL MODULE I/O LOCA TION INTERF ACE DIGIT AL MODULE I/O TEST PROCEDURE (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-28 F-28 VRTEX TM 360 TEST PROCEDURE 1. Disconnect the input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure [...]

I/O LINE PULL HIGH L OW - + 12VDC , 1A INTERF ACE MODULE DIGIT AL I/O INTERF ACE MODULE (USB) DIGIT AL I/O MOUNTING SCREW FIGURE F .8 – INTERF ACE DIGIT AL MODULE I/O (REAR) INTERF ACE DIGIT AL MODULE I/O TEST PROCEDURE (continued) 7. Check to make sure the green LED on the back of the Interface Digital Module I/O is lit. See Figure F .8. 8. If t[...]

NOTES F-30 F-30 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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INTERF ACE MODULE DIGIT AL I/O HORIZ ONT AL MOUNTING SHELF INTERF ACE MODULE (USB) FIGURE F .9 – USB INTERF ACE MODULE LOCA TION USB INTERF ACE MODULE TEST PROCEDURE (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-32 F-32 VRTEX TM 360 TEST PROCEDURE 1. Disconnect the input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the C[...]

I/O LINE PULL HIGH L OW - + 12VDC , 1A INTERF A CE MODULE DIGIT AL I/O INTERF A CE MODULE (USB) GREEN LED FIGURE F .10 – USB INTERF ACE MODULE GREEN LED (REAR) USB INTERF ACE MODULE TEST PROCEDURE (continued) 7. Check to make sure the green LED on the back of the USB Interface Module is lit. See Figure F .10. 8. If the green LED is lit, check for[...]

NOTES F-34 F-34 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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POLHEMUS MODULE HORIZ ONT AL MOUNTING SHELF FIGURE F .1 1 – POLHEMUS INTERF ACE MODULE LOCA TION POLHEMUS INTERF ACE MODULE TEST PROCEDURE (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-36 F-36 VRTEX TM 360 TEST PROCEDURE 1. Disconnect the input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure[...]

SENSOR 1 SENSOR 2 SOURCE SYS RS 232 USB C ONFIG O N ON OFF DC IN FRONT BA CK LED FIGURE F .12 – POLHEMUS INTERF ACE MODULE POLHEMUS INTERF ACE MODULE TEST PROCEDURE (continued) 7. Check to make sure the LED on the front of the Polhemus Interface Module is lit. See Figure F .12. NOTE: At initial power up, the LED will be red, then a flashing red. [...]

NOTES F-38 F-38 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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FIGURE F .13 – VGA & POWER CORD LOCA TION MONIT OR AND PEDEST AL REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Disconnect the power supply cord and VGA (blue) input cable from monitor . See Figure F .13. 3. Using a phillips screwdriver , remove two bottom monitor mounting screws. See Figure F .13[...]

Mounting Screws (4) Lock W asher W asher Pedestal FIGURE F .14 – PEDEST AL MOUNTING BOL TS MONIT OR AND PEDEST AL REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Install pedestal and secure using previously removed mounting screws and associated washers. 2. Loo sel y in st all pre vio us ly r emo ved to p t wo screws into [...]

NOTES F-42 F-42 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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Mounting S crews (4) Lock Washer W asher P edestal Grommet FIGURE F .15 – CASE COVERS CASE COVER REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Using 3/8” wrench, remove the nine screws securing the case roof. 4. Remove the black plastic gromme[...]

Draw er Release T abs (one tab on each side) FIGURE F .16 – DRA WER RELEASE T ABS CASE COVER REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Replace left case side using previously removed screws. 2. Replace right case side using previously removed screws. 3. Install the coupon drawer mounting frame using the previously re[...]

NOTES F-46 F-46 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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POLHEMUS MODULE HORIZ ONT AL MOUNTING SHELF FIGURE F .17 – POLHEMUS MODULE LOCA TION POLHEMUS MODULE REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Locate the Polhemus Module. See Fig ure F .17. 5. La[...]

SENSOR 1 SENSOR 2 SOURCE S YS RS 232 USB C ONFIG O N ON OFF DC IN FRONT BA CK LED FIGURE F .18 – POLHEMUS (FRONT) POLHEMUS MODULE REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Install the new Polhemus Module using Hook & Loop mounting pads. 2. Connect the five previously removed cables to the Polhemus Module. NOTE: M[...]

NOTES F-50 F-50 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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F MD CONTROLLER HORIZ ONT AL MOUNTING SHELF F MD (HELME T ) DOOR FIGURE F .19 – FMD DEVICE LOCA TION FMD CONTROLLER AND HELMET REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Locate the FMD Controller [...]

AC CESS PLA TE 3/8” SCREWS STRAIN RELIEF DEVICES FIGURE F .20 – ACCESS PLA TE FMD CONTROLLER AND HELMET REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Replace FMD Controller and Helmet. 2. Carefully install the FMD Controller into its proper position. 3. Connect the previously removed plug into the FMD Controller . See [...]

NOTES F-54 F-54 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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RELA Y BOARD FIGURE F .21 – RELA Y PC BOARD LOCA TION RELA Y PC BOARD REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Locate the Relay PC Board. See Figure F .21. 5. Label and remove the three cables ([...]

J4 J3 J2 PL UG J1 FIGURE F .22 – PLUG LOCA TION RELA Y PC BOARD REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Replace the Relay PC Board. 2. Mount the board to the machine by carefully pressing the board onto the four mounting stand-offs. 3. Insert previously removed 8-pin molex plug J1. 4. Connect the three cables (J2, [...]

NOTES F-58 F-58 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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5 VOL T SUPPL Y FIGURE F .23 – 5 VOL T SUPPL Y LOCA TION 5VDC SUPPL Y MODULE REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Locate the 5VDC Supply Module. See Figure F .23. Note: There are two supply [...]

+ + - - 5VDC/5A DPP25-5 N L DC ON DPP50-15 DPP50-15 + + - - + + - - 15VDC/3.4A 15VDC/3.4A N L N L DC ON DC ON Ground (Green) 102A ( White) 103B (Pink/Red) 81 81 50 50 FIGURE F .24 – 5 VOL T SUPPL Y LEAD LOCA TIONS 5VDC SUPPL Y MODULE REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Replace the 5VDC Supply Module. 2. Secure [...]

NOTES F-62 F-62 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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12/15 VOL T SUPPL Y FIGURE F .25 – 12/15 VOL T SUPPL Y MODULE LOCA TION 12/15VDC SUPPL Y MODULE REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Locate the 12/15VDC Supply Module. See Figure F .25. Note[...]

+ + - - + + - - 5VDC/5A 5VDC/5A DPP25-5 DPP25-5 N L N L DC ON DC ON DPP50-15 DPP50-15 + + - - + + - - 15VDC/3.4A 15VDC/3.4A N L N L D C ON DC ON Ground (Green) 102B ( White) 103C (Pink/Red) 71 71 72 72 FIGURE F .26 – 12/15 VOL T SUPPL Y LEAD LOCA TIONS 12/15VDC SUPPL Y MODULE REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1.[...]

NOTES F-66 F-66 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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ON BUT T ON FIGURE F .27 – ON BUTT ON LOCA TION ON BUTTON REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Locate the ON Button. See Figure F .27. 5. Label and remove the four associated leads (101B, 10[...]

FIGURE F .28 – ON SWITCH LEADS ON BUTTON REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Replace the ON Button. 2. Install the ON Button by pushing in and turning a ¼ turn clockwise. 3. Connect the previously re moved leads to the ON Button. 4. Perform the Case Cover Replacement Procedure . 5. Perform the Monitor and Pede[...]

NOTES F-70 F-70 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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INTERF ACE MODULE DIGIT AL I/O HORIZ ONT AL MOUNTING SHELF INTERF ACE MODULE (USB) FIGURE F .29 – INTERF ACE MODULE DIGIT AL I/O LOCA TION INTERF ACE MODULE DIGIT AL I/O REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Remova[...]

FIGURE F .30 – PLUG LOCA TIONS INTERF ACE MODULE DIGIT AL I/O REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Install the new Interface Module Digital I/O and secure using the previously removed screw . 2. Connect the previously removed USB cable. 3. Connect the large ribbon cable previously removed. NOTE: Make sure that t[...]

FIGURE F .31 – SHORTCUT T O ST ART -UP SIM SCREEN SHOT INTERF ACE MODULE DIGIT AL I/O REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) 1 1. Click on the following in order: • Start • All Programs • National Instruments • Measurement and Automation See Figure F .32. • Devices and Interfaces (click “+”) • NI-DAQmx Devices Right click:[...]

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INTERF ACE MODULE DIGIT AL I/O HORIZ ONT AL MOUNTING SHELF INTERF ACE MODULE (USB) FIGURE F .33 – INTERF ACE MODULE (USB) LOCA TION INTERF ACE MODULE (USB) REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . [...]

FIGURE F .34 – PLUG & TERMINAL STRIP LOCA TION INTERF ACE MODULE (USB) REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Install the new Inter face Module (USB) using Hook & Loop mounting pads. 2. Install the 16-pin terminal strip previously removed. NOTE: The terminal strip must be plugged into the side marked 1 thr[...]

FIGURE F .35 – SHORTCUT T O ST ART -UP SIM SCREEN SHOT INTERF ACE MODULE DIGIT AL (USB) REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) 1 1. Click on the following in order: • Start • All Programs • National Instruments • Measurement and Automation See Figure F .36 • Devices and Interfaces (click “+”) • USB Devices • T ools • N[...]

FIGURE F .36 – MEASUREMENTS & AUT OMA TION INTERF ACE MODULE DIGIT AL (USB) REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-79 F-79 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TO[...]

NOTES F-80 F-80 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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DISPLA Y BOARD 3/8” SCREWS CONTROL P ANEL FIGURE F .37 – DISPLA Y LED BOARD LOCA TION DISPLA Y BOARD REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Using the 3/8” wrench, remove the two screws from the top of the control panel. See Figure F .37. 3. Carefully lower the control panel. 4. Locate the [...]

PL UG J37 ( VIEWED FROM REAR) FIGURE F .38 – DISPLA Y LED BOARD PLUG LOCA TION DISPLA Y BOARD REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Install the new Display Board onto the three mounting stand-of fs. 2. Replace plug J37 previously removed from the Display Board. 3. Close the control panel. 4. Install the two 3/8?[...]

NOTES F-84 F-84 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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MO TOR C ONTROL BO ARD FIGURE F .39 – MOTOR CONTROL BOARD LOCA TION MOT OR CONTROL BOARD REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Locate the Motor Control Board. See Figure F .39. 5. Label all l[...]

FIGURE F .40 – CONTROL BOARD LEAD LOCA TION MOT OR CONTROL BOARD REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Install the new Motor Control Board using the previously removed nuts, bolts and spacers. 2. Connect all previously removed leads to their proper terminals. See wiring diagram. 3. Perform Case Cover Replacement [...]

NOTES F-88 F-88 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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FIGURE F .41 – VR SMA W DEVICE LOCA TION VR SMA W (STICK) DEVICE REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Locate the VR SMA W Device. See Figure F .41. 5. Disconnect plug J3 from the relay board[...]

FIGURE F .42 – STRAIN RELIEF VR SMA W (STICK) DEVICE REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Install the new VR SMA W Device by replacing the two screws securing the sheet metal strain relief to the front panel. 2. Connect plug J3 to the relay board. 3. Reconnect the 16 pin molex cable splice. 4. T urn on input pow[...]

NOTES F-92 F-92 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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FIGURE F .43 – VR GMA W/FCA W DEVICE LOCA TION VR GMA W/FCA W (MIG) DEVICE REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Locate the VR GMA W/FCA W Device. See Figure F .43. 5. Using the 3/8” wrench[...]

FIGURE F .44 – STRAIN RELIEF VR GMA W/FCA W (MIG) DEVICE REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Install the new VR GMA W/FCAW Device by replacing the two screws securing the sheet metal strain relief to the front panel. 2. Reconnect previously removed VGA cables, “Y - adapter” and audio style connector . 3. Pe[...]

NOTES F-96 F-96 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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VGA SPLIT TER FMD C ONTR OLLER FIGURE F .45 – VGA SPLITTER LOCA TION VGA SPLITTER REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Locate the VGA Splitter . See Figure F .45. 5. T o gain access to the V[...]

FIGURE F .46 – VGA SPLITTER LEAD LOCA TION VGA SPLITTER REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Install the new VGA Splitter onto the horizontal mounting shelf using Hook & Loop mounting pads. 2. Connect the four cables previously removed. See wiring diagram. 3. Attach the FMD controller to the VGA Splitter usi[...]

NOTES F-100 F-100 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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SOURCE SYS FIGURE F .47 – “SOURCE’ CABLE CONNECTED T O POLHEMUS MODULE T ABLE SWING ARM REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Remove any coupons that are inserted into the swing arm. 5. D[...]

FIGURE F .48 – CASE BACK (REAR) T ABLE SWING ARM REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Replace the T able Swing Arm. 2. Carefully guide the T able Swing Arm cable through the 1¾” access hole in the case back. 3. Insert the plastic grommet into the 1¾” access hole. 4. Slide the new T able Swing Arm onto the [...]

NOTES F-104 F-104 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

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CPU FIGURE F .49 – CPU LOCA TION CPU REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REMOV AL PROCEDURE 1. Remove input power . 2. Perform the Monitor and Pedestal Removal Procedure . 3. Perform the Case Cover Removal Procedure . 4. Locate the CPU. See Figure F .49. 5. Using a 3/8” wrench, remove the first three ground leads and associated washe[...]

FIGURE F .50 – GROUND LEADS CPU REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Attach Hook & Loop where necessary . NOTE: Hook & Loop is supplied with new CPU. 2. Position new CPU into place between top and bottom foam layers. 3. Install the four previously removed horizontal mounting shelf screws. NOTE: Make sure[...]

FIGURE F .51 – CASE BACK CPU REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-108 F-108 VRTEX TM 360 STRAIN RELIEF 3/8” SCREWS Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

FIGURE F .52 – CPU PLUG LOCA TIONS CPU REMOV AL AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING AND REP AIR F-109 F-109 VRTEX TM 360 Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC[...]

1. Make sure the stand, the monitor , the VR GMA W/FCA W gun and the VR SMA W device are properly connected to the unit and are not damaged. 2. Connect the external speakers if available. 3. Connect the machine to the 1 15 – 230V AC power source. 4. Using the green circular push button turn on the V ertex TM ‘ 360. Keep the button depressed for[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS - DIAGRAM SECTION G-1 G-1 VRTEX TM 360 Electrical Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .G-1 Schematic - Entire Machine - G3244-565 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS VRTEX™ 360 NOTE: This diagram is for reference only . It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. SCHEMA TIC - ENTIRE MACHINE - G3244-565 U SB PORT 12V SOURCE SENSOR 2 PH.1 PH.2 15 COMPUTER ASSEMBLY M22219-2 INPUT VOLTAG E R ANG E 115 VAC- 23 0VAC 50/ 60 Hz SINGL E PHAS E HOT N EUTRAL TO EARTH GROUND PER TH[...]

ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS G-3 VRTEX™ 360 SCHEMA TIC - RELA Y PC BOARD - M22295-1D0 G-3 NOTE: This diagram is for reference only . It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. Return to Section T OC Return to Section T OC Return to Section T OC Return to Section T OC Return to Master T OC Return to Master T OC Return to Master T OC Re[...]

NOTE: Lincoln Electric assumes no responsibility for liablilities resulting from board level troubleshooting. PC Board repairs will invalidate your factory warranty . Individual Printed Circuit Board Components are not available from Lincoln Electric. This information is pro- vided for reference only . Lincoln Electric discourages board level troub[...]