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Introduction 

 

COOL ARC

® 

26

 cooler is a stand alone recirculating 

cooling system designed to use with MIG welding power 
sources that lists the 

COOL ARC

® 

26

 as an approved 

accessory. 
 
The following equipment is included with the 

COOL ARC

® 

26

  Hose with quick water connector: 

 Blue (115 

mm), Red (150 

mm) hose for 

connection to a welding source. 

  Black hose that will be used in filing procedure 

(200 mm) 

  M5x20 screw for fixing to the power source by 

spanner size 8. 

 

The 

COOL ARC

® 

26

 is delivered empty with no coolant 

in the system. FREEZCOOL - W000010167 is 
recommended. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Unpacking 

 

Unpacking the COOL ARC

® 

26 

The packaging of the Cooler is designed to withstand 
shipping abuse, and contains a cardboard liner that 
surrounds the unit. If any shipping damages have been 
occurred, contact your certified Lincoln distributor or 
service center. 
 

When unpacking the unit, avoid thrusting sharp objects 
through the carton liner, which may puncture the plastic 
reservoir. Save the manual instruction and service 
directory supplied with the 

COOL ARC

® 

26

 for parts 

orders and future maintenance service. 
 
 
 

Installation on Power Source 

 
The 

COOL ARC

®

 26

 need to be mounted directly to the 

chassis of MIG welding power source that lists the 

COOL ARC

®

 26

 as an approved accessory. 

 

 WARNING

 

Only a qualified electrician can connect the welding 
machine to the supply. Installation had to be made in 
accordance with the appropriate National Electrical Code 
and local regulations. 
 

 WARNING

 

Before connecting 

COOL ARC

® 

26

 turn off the power 

source and disconnect it from the input supply. 
 
 

INSTALATION: 

  Unscrew the side panel (Figure1) 

  Remove the side panel (Figure 2) 

  Unscrew and remove the cover bracket (Figure 3) 

  Place cooler in the base positioning pins (Figure 4) 

  Screw the cable holder bracket (Figure 5) 

  Connect the 10-pin plug to receptacle and screw 

protective earth green/yellow wire terminal 
(Figure 6). 

  Screw side panel (Figure 7) 

  Screw side panel. (Figure 8) 

  Final assembly (Figure 9) 

 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for Cool Arc 26

Page 1: ...IM3101 12 2019 REV04 COOL ARC 26 OPERATOR S MANUAL ENGLISH Lincoln Electric Bester Sp z o o ul Jana III Sobieskiego 19A 58 263 Bielawa Poland ...

Page 2: ...the table below your equipment identification information Model Name Code Serial Number can be found on the machine rating plate Model Name Code Serial number Date Where Purchased INDEX Technical Specifications 1 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 2 Safety 3 Introduction 5 Unpacking 5 Installation on Power Source 5 Installation and Operator Instructions 8 WEEE 18 Spare Parts 18 REACh 18 Authorized ...

Page 3: ... 26 Recommended coolant FREEZCOOL W000010167 COOL ARC 26 Do not use Pre packaged welding industry coolants These coolants may contain oil based substances which attack the plastic components of the cooler Once added to the cooler these substances are impossible to purge from the water lines and heat exchanger Automotive anti freeze These coolants will damage the pump and block of the heat exchange...

Page 4: ...f disturbances occur if may be necessary to take additional precautions such as filtering the input supply The output cables should be kept as short as possible and should be positioned together If possible connect the work piece to ground in order to reduce the electromagnetic emissions The operator must check that connecting the work piece to ground does not cause problems or unsafe operating co...

Page 5: ...tor creates electric and magnetic fields EMF EMF fields may interfere with some pacemakers and welders having a pacemaker shall consult their physician before operating this equipment CE COMPLIANCE This equipment complies with the European Community Directives ARTIFICIAL OPTICAL RADIATION According with the requirements in 2006 25 EC Directive and EN 12198 Standard the equipment is a category 2 It...

Page 6: ...linders with the protection cap removed Do not allow the electrode electrode holder work clamp or any other electrically live part to touch a gas cylinder Gas cylinders must be located away from areas where they may be subjected to physical damage or the welding process including sparks and heat sources HOT COOLANT CAN BURN SKIN Always be sure coolant is NOT HOT before servicing the cooler The man...

Page 7: ...ting sharp objects through the carton liner which may puncture the plastic reservoir Save the manual instruction and service directory supplied with the COOL ARC 26 for parts orders and future maintenance service Installation on Power Source The COOL ARC 26 need to be mounted directly to the chassis of MIG welding power source that lists the COOL ARC 26 as an approved accessory WARNING Only a qual...

Page 8: ...English 6 English Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 ...

Page 9: ...English 7 English Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 ...

Page 10: ...gnetic compatibility in this manual Do not operate in areas with an ambient temperature higher than 40 C The ambient air temperature influences the parameters of cooling If the ambient temperature is higher the cooling system will be less effective WARNING Avoid placing the cooler near areas of extreme heat RECOMMENDED POWER SOURCE The COOL ARC 26 is designed for use with water cooled torches The ...

Page 11: ... Cooler Figure 12 WARNING Avoid kinking or putting sharp bends in any water lines WARNING Never operate the cooler with case off Modes of operation COOL ARC 26 can be operate using two interfaces The standard version U0 Figure 14 uses two LED displays While the advance version U7 Figure 13 uses a 7 display The method of operating both interfaces is describe in the operating instructions for the de...

Page 12: ...English 10 English Advanced User Interface U7 Cooler Configuration Settings Auto Off On Figure 13 ...

Page 13: ...English 11 English Standard User Interface U0 Figure 14 ...

Page 14: ...ly starts the filling procedure Figure 15 or 24 Remove the reservoir cap to prevent generating a partial vacuum Fill the coolant reservoir to the maximum level 4 liters Figure 16 or 25 Connect the short black hose with quick water connectors BYPASS included with the equipment to blue outlet socket on front of the power source Observe the coolant circuit wait till the coolant starts leak from the B...

Page 15: ...English 13 English Figure 19 Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23 Standard User Interface U0 Figure 24 Figure 25 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 32 ...

Page 16: ...e an image will be shown on the screen as on Figure 35 or 36 Figure 35 Figure 36 If during the second attempt filling procedure failed Figure 37 or 38 please turn the power source off and check cooling system hoses conditions bent or damaged coolant level WAIT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Procedure failed Figure 37 Figure 38 After review turn on the power source Machine will automatically start with filling pr...

Page 17: ...by unauthorized service or personnel will cause the manufacturer s warranty to become null and void Any noticeable damage should be reported immediately and repaired ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Check the condition of water cooler hoses and connections of the power lead Check the welding torch gun condition replace it if necessary Check condition and operation of the cooling fan Keep its airflow slots clea...

Page 18: ...rs may ask Lincoln Electric for advice or information about their use of our products We respond to our customers based on the best information in our possession at that time Lincoln Electric is not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice and assumes no liability with respect to such information or advice We expressly disclaim any warranty of any kind including any warranty of fitness fo...

Page 19: ... lead or order new lead set Clear blockage in hose Avoid kinking or putting sharp bends in water lines Repair leak Fill reservoir Replace fuse Internal water leak Hose clamp loose on one of internal hoses Internal hose punctured Heat exchanger leaking Tighten or replace hose clamp Replace punctured hose with new hose Replace heat exchanger Leak at inlet outlet connector block Hose clamp loose Tigh...

Page 20: ...ange in this printing First read the Part List reading instructions above then refer to the Spare Part manual supplied with the machine that contains a picture descriptive part number cross reference REACh 11 19 Communication in accordance with Article 33 1 of Regulation EC No 1907 2006 REACh Some parts inside this product contain Bisphenol A BPA EC 201 245 8 CAS 80 05 7 Cadmium EC 231 152 8 CAS 7...

Page 21: ...English 19 English Accessories W000010167 FREEZCOOL coolant T 5041 003 1R RED HOSE 150 mm T 5041 004 1R BLUE HOSE 115 mm D 2218 150 1R BYPASS HOSE 200 mm ...

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