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OPERATION

MINIFLEX

®

PORTABLE WELDING FUME EXTRACTOR

OPERATING 

INSTRUCTIONS

The MINIFLEX provides enough suction for one fume gun or small
suction nozzle.  Do not attach more than one fume gun or suction
nozzle to the MINIFLEX unit.

1. Connect the extraction hose at one side to the air

inlet of the machine (Figure 3, Item A) and at the
other side to the welding torch or small suction
nozzle.  

2. Lay the work cable of the welding machine into the

slot on top of the machine (Figure 4, Slot) (when
using Automatic Start/Stop mode). 

3. Start up the machine by pressing the switch, located

on the side of the machine. 

4. At the top of the unit, there is a High/Low button and

an Automatic Start/Stop Button (See Manual Vs.
Automatic Start/Stop Operation for further
instructions). 

FIGURE 3

Recommended Positioning: Upright

For optimal performance, unit is designed to operate in upright
position. 

If unit is operated in an upright or horiz ontal position, air
inlet and outlet (Figure 3, Items A and B) must be free
from obstruction.

WARNING

Summary of Contents for Miniflex

Page 1: ...s K3972 3 K2497 18 Save for future reference Date Purchased Code ex 10859 Serial ex U1060512345 Operator s Manual Need Help Call 1 888 935 3877 to talk to a Service Representative Hours of Operation 8...

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: ...nnect to a properly grounded outlet only See Grounding Instructions This appliance must be grounded If it should malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric cur...

Page 4: ...rs and devices in position and in good repair Keep hands hair clothing and tools away from V belts gears fans and all other moving parts when starting operating or repairing equipment 1 e In some case...

Page 5: ...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 su...

Page 6: ...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 7: ...cal device used to capture welding fume at or near the arc and filter conta minants out of the air The ventilation or exhaust needed for your application depends upon many factors such as Workspace vo...

Page 8: ...ebsite at http www aws org Supplemental Information Not listed Nuisance value maximum is 10 milligrams per cubic meter PEL value for iron oxide is 10 milligrams per cubic meter TLV value for iron oxid...

Page 9: ...nstallation 11 Operation Safety Precautions 11 Recommended Uses 11 Operating Instructions 12 Maintenance 14 Troubleshooting Guide 17 Accessories 18 Wiring Diagram 19 Parts List parts lincolnelectric c...

Page 10: ...d maximum hose length is 24 ft 7 5m on extraction side of unit Consult lincoln electric automation department at 1 888 935 3878 before using any other size or length of hose TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1...

Page 11: ...ace as these provide maximum protection from moving parts and insure proper vacuum operation and cooling air flow The MINIFLEX is a portable high vacuum welding fume extractor designed for the removal...

Page 12: ...able of the welding machine into the slot on top of the machine Figure 4 Slot when using Automatic Start Stop mode 3 Start up the machine by pressing the switch located on the side of the machine 4 At...

Page 13: ...owcheck tests for a minimum airflow of approximately 60 CFM Flowcheck Procedure 1 Remove all connected apparatus such as hoses nozzles etc from inlet and outlet 2 Switch unit to On main switch O I 3 W...

Page 14: ...filter out of the bottom compartment of the unit 5 Remove pre filter H 6 Empty the collection pan D and dispose of waste properly 7 Replace the pre filter and the LongLife H Filter to the bottom unit...

Page 15: ...if applicable 1 Remove electrical cord of MINIFLEX unit from electrical outlet 2 Loosen the side clips A 3 Remove the top cover B from the machine 4 Place carbon filter directly on top of LongLife H...

Page 16: ...16 MAINTENANCE MINIFLEX PORTABLE WELDING FUME EXTRACTOR Carbon brush rePlaCement instruCtions FIGURE 8 E D C F G...

Page 17: ...0Hz K3972 3 230 VAC 50Hz K2497 18 input power at the machine Circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker Carbon brushes worn Check brushes replace if necessary Unit is in OFF mode Press and release...

Page 18: ...le 20 inches 500 mm Fume Extraction Guns To extract welding fumes Lincoln Electric s Magnum 400XA GMAW gun and the 350A 500A FCAW SS guns can be connected to the MINIFLEX and its extraction hose Extra...

Page 19: ...nside 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 number D1 D2 S1 S4 H1 U1 D5 D4 D3 S2 S3 D7 U4 U2...

Page 20: ...HEET M 3 17 9SFC0615580010 BUNDLE BAND HOLDER 2 18 9SS25930 10 8 32 X 38 TORX BUTTON HEAD SCREW 2 19 9SFC0711011030 MF PLATE 1 20 9SFC0801740350 TOP COVER MINIFLEX 1 21 9ST10800 59 SWITCH 1 22 9SS1999...

Page 21: ...MBER DESCRIPTION QTY 9SS31223 4 CARBON BRUSH KIT 115V MINIFLEX 2 9SFC0810100070 GASKET MAIN FILTER 1 K3972 3 General Assembly 4 Miniflex Fume Extraction K3972 3 Printed 04 27 2016 at 13 02 59 Produced...

Page 22: ...P 880 C jpg K3972 3 General Assembly Miniflex Fume Extraction K3972 3 5 Printed 04 27 2016 at 13 02 59 Produced by Enigma...

Page 23: ...HEAD SCREW 2 17 9SFC0326711100 PCB CONTROLLER MINIFLEX 1 18 9SFC0615580010 BUNDLE BAND HOLDER 2 19 9SFC0711011030 MF PLATE 1 20 9SFC0801740350 TOP COVER MINIFLEX 1 21 9ST10800 59 SWITCH 1 22 9SS19999...

Page 24: ...BER DESCRIPTION QTY 9SS31223 9 CARBON BRUSH KIT 230V MINIFLEX 2 9SFC0810100070 GASKET MAIN FILTER 1 K2497 18 General Assembly 4 Miniflex Fume Extraction K2497 18 Printed 04 27 2016 at 13 02 07 Produce...

Page 25: ...P 883 C jpg K2497 18 General Assembly Miniflex Fume Extraction K2497 18 5 Printed 04 27 2016 at 13 02 07 Produced by Enigma...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...ion of information or advice create expand or alter any warranty with respect to the sale of our products Lincoln Electric is a responsive manufacturer but the selection and use of specific products s...

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