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ACTIV8X™

NOTE:  This diagram is for reference only.   It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual.  The specific diag

ram 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 replacem

ent.  Give the equipment code number.

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Summary of Contents for Activ8X

Page 1: ...orized Service and Distributor Locator www lincolnelectric com locator IM10458 A Issue Date Apr 19 Lincoln Global Inc All Rights Reserved For use with machines having Code Numbers 12759 12877 Save for...

Page 2: ...A LARGE ROOM OR OUTDOORS natural ventilation may be adequate if you keep your head out of the fumes See below USE NATURAL DRAFTS or fans to keep the fumes away from your face If you develop unusual s...

Page 3: ...hot engine parts and igniting Do not spill fuel when filling tank If fuel is spilled wipe it up and do not start engine until fumes have been eliminated 1 d Keep all equipment safety guards covers and...

Page 4: ...m to ANSI Z87 I standards 4 b Use suitable clothing made from durable flame resistant material to protect your skin and that of your helpers from the arc rays 4 c Protect other nearby personnel with s...

Page 5: ...nt passing through lifting chains crane cables or other alternate circuits This can create fire hazards or overheat lifting chains or cables until they fail 6 h Also see item 1 c 6 I Read and follow N...

Page 6: ...N ADAPTER BUSHING A 6 PROCEDURE TO INSTALL DRIVE ROLLS AND WIRE GUIDES A 7 PRESSURE ARM ADJUSTMENT A 7 GUN CONNECTION A 8 SHIELDING GAS CONNECTION A 8 OPERATION SECTION B POWER UP SEQUENCE B 1 CASE FR...

Page 7: ...motor powers the patented drive rolls for smooth steady feeding without slippage recoMMenDeD processes GMAW FCAW process liMitations Not recommended for stitch or spot welding eQUipMent liMitations T...

Page 8: ...del Height Width Depth Weight K3519 1 11 75 in 298 mm 7 4 in 188 mm 18 7 in 475 mm 27 5 lbs 12 4 kg K3519 2 11 75 in 298 mm 7 4 in 188 mm 18 7 in 475 mm 27 5 lbs 12 4 kg TEMPERATURE RANGES OPERATING T...

Page 9: ...the work Only use on power sources with open circuit voltages less than 110 VDC select sUitable location For best wire feeding performance place the Activ8X on a stable and dry surface Keep the wire f...

Page 10: ...ce Remote Local switch in the Local position _ Item K Description 1 K3519 1 Activ8X Tweco K3519 2 Activ8X CE Twistmate Dinse 2 Drive Roll Kit 3 Welding Gun 4 Flextec 350X 5 Work Cable 6 Work Clamp 7 W...

Page 11: ...XT Commander 300 Vantage 300 Vantage 400 Vantage 500 Air Vantage 500 Air Vantage 650 SAE 300 Dual Vantage 700 Classic 300 _ 1 3 5 6 4 2 7 1 3 4 2 Item K Description 1 K3519 1 Activ8X Tweco K3519 2 Act...

Page 12: ...IZES FOR COMBINED LENGTHS OF ELECTRODE AND WORK CABLES 0 to 50Ft 0 to15m 50 to 100Ft 15 to 30m 100 to 150 Ft 30 to 46m 150 to 200 Ft 46 to 61m 200 to 250 Ft 61 to 76m 200 60 2 2 2 1 1 0 200 100 2 2 2...

Page 13: ...from the wire drive 4 Remove the welding gun from the wire drive 5 Loosen the socket head cap screw that holds the connector bar against the gun adapter Important Do not attempt to completely remove...

Page 14: ...nstall a drive roll on each hub assembly secure with the locking hub 8 Install the outer wire guide by aligning it with the pins and tightening the knurled thumbscrews 9 Close the idle arm and engage...

Page 15: ...Published by the American Welding Society Maximum inlet pressure is 100 psi 6 9 bar Install the shielding gas supply as follows 1 Secure the cylinder to prevent it from falling 2 Remove the cylinder c...

Page 16: ...er user Many variables beyond the control of The Lincoln Electric Company affect the results obtained in using the Activ8X wirefeeder These variables include but are not limited to welding procedure p...

Page 17: ...llow the motor to cool To start welding again release the gun trigger inspect the gun cable liner and conduit Clean and make repairs as necessary Start welding again when the problem has been safely r...

Page 18: ...changes the function of the gun trigger 2 Step trigger operation turns welding on and off in direct response to the trigger Trigger Interlock operation allows welding to continue when the trigger is r...

Page 19: ...l of The Lincoln Electric Company affect the results obtained in using the Activ8X wire feeder These variables include but are not limited to welding procedure plate chemistry and temperature weldment...

Page 20: ...rce When connected to a power source with CrossLinc When connected to a power source without CrossLinc During Welding The value in the left display will be either amps or actual wire feed speed depend...

Page 21: ...r arc current Arc hours display on off After weld display hold time True Voltage Technology TVT enable disable CrossLinc enable disable CC or CV power source Wire feed speed calibration Arc voltage di...

Page 22: ...s Off 0 10 10sec Burnback adjustment prevents the wire from sticking to the weld at the end of a weld and helps to condition the wire for the next weld Postflow time POSt Flo OFF 0 10 10 0 OFF Postflo...

Page 23: ...o calibrate the voltage meter To calibrate the arc voltage display before entering the setup menu Determine the ratio of the actual arc voltage and the arc voltage displayed While in the setup menu ad...

Page 24: ...Figure B 4 for 29 volts 4 Determine the vertical line representing the CC Wire Feed Speed setting where the above two lines cross See Figure B 4 arrow line for 450 Set the Activ8X wire feed speed knob...

Page 25: ...power sources are used Lowering the wire feed speed raises the voltage raising the wire feed speed lowers the voltage Lengthening the contact tip to work distance raises the voltage shortening the con...

Page 26: ...0 8MM INCLUDES 2 V GROOVE DRIVE ROLLS AND INNER WIRE GUIDE KP1696 035S 035 0 9MM KP1696 045S 045 1 2MM KP1696 052S 052 1 4MM KP1696 1 16S 1 16 1 6MM KP1696 1 035 045 0 9 1 2MM KP1696 2 040 1 0MM Core...

Page 27: ...as Regulator Includes Deluxe Gas Regulator for Mixed Gases Adapter for CO2 and 10 3 0m Hose K283 Wire Feed Speed Meter Includes A wire feed speed meter with digital display K910 1 K910 2 Work Clamp Ja...

Page 28: ...work and ground and could remain energized several seconds after the gun trigger is released Do not operate with covers panels or guards removed or open Only qualified personnel should perform mainten...

Page 29: ...states to contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility If you do not understand or are unable to perform the Recommended Course of Action safely contact your local Lincoln Authorized F...

Page 30: ...tactor has failed 1 Verify the contactor coil connections 2 Replace the contactor No shielding gas 1 The gas supply is OFF or empty 2 The gas hose is cut or crushed 3 Dirt or debris is in the solenoid...

Page 31: ...er has failed 1 Verify all of the tachometer leads are properly connected 2 Replace the motor and tachometer assembly Variable or hunting arc 1 Wrong size worn and or melted contact tip 2 Worn work ca...

Page 32: ...B BLACK R RED W WHITE U BLUE 507 578 CONTACTOR COIL CONTACTOR 550 7 8 667 67A 821B SHOWN IN 2 STEP J1 J2 CAVITY NUMBERING SEQUENCE VIEWED FROM COMPONENT SIDE OF P C BOARD 6 5 10 1 J6 9 8 16 1 4 6 1 3...

Page 33: ...E 5 DIAGRAMS ACTIV8X L17408 A 01 13 00 CIRCLE 11 55 18 55 7 49 11 84 11 00 X 14 00 ELLIPSE...

Page 34: ...parts or electrode with skin or wet clothing l Insulate yourself from work and ground l No toque las partes o los electrodos bajo carga con la piel o ropa moja da l Aislese del trabajo y de la tierra...

Page 35: ...d Entl ftung des Arbeitsplatzes l Mantenha seu rosto da fuma a l Use ventila o e exhaust o para remover fumo da zona respirat ria l Turn power off before servicing l Desconectar el cable de ali mentac...

Page 36: ...ion or advice As a matter of practical consideration we also cannot assume any respon sibility for updating or correcting any such information or advice once it has been given nor does the provision o...

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