Lincoln-electric IM982 RED-D-ARC DX500e (CE) User Manual

RED-D-ARC DX500e (CE)IM982-BDecember, 2012Red-D-Arc Spec-Built Welding EquipmentThisRED-D-ARCwelder is built to RED-D-ARC Extreme Dutydesign spec

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DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)Lift Bail weight rating 2300 lbs. (1043 kg.) Maximum.(1) Output rating in watts is equivalent to volt-amperes at unity power f

A-2INSTALLATION DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)A-2MODEL NUMBERS K2754-1MACHINE SPECIFICATIONSReceptaclesResidual Current Device (RCD)Circuit Brea

A-3INSTALLATION DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)A-3SAFETY PRECAUTIONSDo not attempt to use this equipment until youhave thoroughly read the engine manufactu

A-4INSTALLATION DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)A-4HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATIONAt higher altitudes, output derating may be necessary. Formaximum rating, derate t

OILThe DX500e (CE) is shipped with the engine crankcase filled withhigh quality SAE 10W-30 Oil that meets classification CG-4 or CH-4for diesel engine

A-6INSTALLATION DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)A-6ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONSMACHINE GROUNDINGBecause this portable engine driven welder creates itsown power, i

CONNECTION OF LINCOLN ELECTRICWIRE FEEDERSConnection of LN-15 to the DX500e (CE)1. Shut the welder off.2. For electrode Positive, connect the electrod

A-8INSTALLATION DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)A-8Connection of the LN-25 to the DX500e (CE). Shutoff welder before making any electrical connec-tions.----

FOR ENGINEpowered equipment.1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenancework unless the maintenance work requires it to be running.

B-1OPERATIONDX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)B-1SAFETY PRECAUTIONSDo not attempt to use this equipment until youhave thoroughly read the engine manufacturerʼsm

B-2OPERATIONB-2WELDING CONTROLS (Figure B.1)1. OUTPUT CONTROL- The OUTPUT dial is used to preset theoutput voltage or current as displayed on the digi

B-3OPERATIONB-34. ARC CONTROL- The ARC CONTROL dial is active in the CV-WIRE, CC-STICK and DOWNHILL PIPE modes, and has differentfunctions in these mo

B-4OPERATIONB-4ENGINE CONTROLS: 12. RUN/STOP SWITCH - RUN position energizes theengine prior to starting. STOP position stops theengine. The oil press

WELDER OPERATIONDUTY CYCLEDuty Cycle is the percentage of time the load is beingapplied in a 10 minute period. For example a 60% dutycycle, represents

When in the TOUCH START TIG mode and when aAmptrol is connected to the 6-Pin connector the OUT-PUT CONTROL dial is used to set the maximum cur-rent ra

Carbon DiameterCurrent Range (DC, electrode positive)1/8"(3.2mm) 60-90 Amps5/32"(4.0mm) 90-150 Amps3/16"9(4.8mm) 200-250 Amps1/

C-1ACCESSORIESC-1FIELD INSTALLED OPTIONS /ACCESSORIES K903-1 SPARK ARRESTOR - Includes a heavy gage steel,approved spark arrestor, clamp and adapter f

D-1MAINTENANCED-1DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)SAFETY PRECAUTIONS• Have qualified personnel do all maintenanceand troubleshooting work.• Turn the engine off

D-2MAINTENANCED-2ENGINE OIL CHANGEDrain the engine oil while the engine is warm to assurerapid and complete draining. It is recommended thateach time

ARC RAYS can burn.4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and coverplates to protect your eyes from sparks andthe rays of the arc when welding or obs

D-3MAINTENANCED-3DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)Unfasten or unlatch theservice cover. Becausethe filter fits tightly over theoutlet tube to create the critic

D-4MAINTENANCED-4COOLING SYSTEMHOT COOLANT can burn skin.• Do not remove cap if radiator ishot.------------------------------------------------------

D-5MAINTENANCED-5FUEL FILTER1. Check the fuel filter and fuel pre-filter for wateraccumulation or sediment.2. Replace the fuel filter if it is found w

D-6MAINTENANCED-6DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)WELDER / GENERATORMAINTENANCESTORAGE: Store in clean, dry protected areas.CLEANING: Blow out the generator an

E-1TROUBLESHOOTINGE-1DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs sa

E-2TROUBLESHOOTINGE-2DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the

E-3TROUBLESHOOTINGE-3Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are u

E-4TROUBLESHOOTINGE-4DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the

E-5TROUBLESHOOTINGE-5DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the

E-6TROUBLESHOOTINGE-6Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are u

FOR ELECTRICALLYpowered equipment.8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnectswitch at the fuse box before working onthe equipment.8.b. Install equ

F-1DIAGRAMSF-1DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)

F-2DIAGRAMSF-2DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)

F-3DIAGRAMSF-3DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)

F-4DIAGRAMSF-4DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)

F-5WIRING DIAGRAMF-5DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manua

F-6DIAGRAMSF-6DX500E (CE) (RED-D-ARC)NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The

F-7DIMENSION PRINTF-7DX500e (CE) (RED-D-ARC)L13047B25.82655.827.00685.85.75146.035.94913.024.00609.639.41100120.60523.328.95735.336.06915.930.81782.6

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ivSAFETYivPRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉPour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructionset les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parra

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viSAFETYviElectromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)ConformanceProducts displaying the CE mark are in conformity with European Community Council Directive of

viiSAFETYviiElectromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)The size of the surrounding area to be considered will depend on the structure of the building and othe

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