Lincoln Electric SPEEDTEC 215C AUS, Operator'S Manual

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Spot Timer adjusts the time welding will continue even if
the trigger is still pulled. This option has no effect in 4-Step
Trigger Mode.
WARNING
Spot Timer has no effect in 4-Step Trigger Mode.
Preflow Time adjusts the time that shielding gas flows
after the trigger is pushed and prior to feeding.
Postflow Time adjusts the time that shielding gas flows
after the welding output turns off.
Welding GMAW in Synergic Mode
In synergic mode, the welding load voltage is not set by
user. The correct welding load voltage will set by the
machine’s software. This value was recalled on the basis
of data (input data) had been loaded:
Basic menu Advanced menu

Wire type (material)

Wire diameter

Gas

Wire type (material)

Wire diameter

Gas
The welding load voltage can be changed depend on the
value of parameters are set by operators:
Basic menu Advanced menu

WFS

Welding current

Material thickness

WFS

Welding current

Material thickness
If it is needed, the welding load voltage can be adjusted ±
2V by the right knob [10].
Additionally, user can manually set:
Basic menu Advanced menu
No possibilities 
Burnback

Run-in WFS

Spot Timer

Preflow Time / Pastflow
Time

2-STEP/4-STEP

Inductance
The 2-Step - 4-Step changes the function of the gun’s
trigger.

2 Step trigger operation turns welding on and off in
direct response to the trigger. Welding process is
performed when the gun’s trigger is pulled.

4-Step mode allows to continue welding, when the
gun’s trigger is released. To stop welding, the gun’s
trigger is pulled again. 4-step mode facilitates to
making long welds.
WARNING
4-Step does not work during Spot Welding.
The Burnback Time is the amount of time that the weld
output continues after the wire stops feeding. It prevents
the wire from sticking in the puddle and prepares the end
of the wire for the next arc start.
Run-in WFS
sets the wire feed speed from the time the
trigger is pulled until an arc is established.
Spot Timer adjusts the time welding will continue even if
the trigger is still pulled. This option has no effect in 4-Step
Trigger Mode. Adjusting range:
WARNING
Spot Timer has no effect in 4-Step Trigger Mode.
Preflow Time adjusts the time that shielding gas flows
after the trigger is pulled and prior to feeding.
Postflow Time adjusts the time that shielding gas flows
after the welding output turns off.
VRD (Voltage Reduction Device) -
GTAW / SMAW only
This machine is provided by VRD (Voltage Reduction
Device) function during welding GTAW/SMAW only.
This function reduces the voltage at the output below 32V
at idle (no welding time).
The VRD function is enabled by factory default only on
machines that meet the AS 1674.2 Australian Standards.
(C-Tick logo " " on/near the Rating Plate applied on the
machine).
Welding SMAW (MMA) Process
SPEEDTEC 215C includes the electrode holder with lead
necessary for SMAW welding. The one can be purchased
separately (see "Accessories" chapter).
Procedure of begin welding of SMAW process:

First turn the machine off.

Determine the electrode polarity for the electrode to be
used. Consult the electrode data for this information.

Depending on the polarity of using electrode, connect
the work lead [19] and the electrode holder with lead
to output socket [5] or [6] and lock them. See the
Table 3.
Table 3
Output socket
POLARITY
DC (+)
The electrode holder
with lead to SMAW
[5]
Work lead [6]
DC (-)
The electrode holder
with lead to SMAW
[6]
Work lead [5]

Connect the work lead to the welding piece with the
work clamp.

Install the proper electrode in the electrode holder.

Turn the welding machine on.

Set the welding parameters.

The welding machine is now ready to weld.
WARNING
Do not kink or pull cable around sharp corners.

By applying the principle of occupational health and
safety at welding, welding can be begun.