Lincoln Electric Wire Feed Module 12207 Operator'S Manual Download Page 13

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INSTALLATION

WIRE FEED MODULE™

4.  Remove 2 screws from brush wraparound cover.

Loosen and rotate the wraparound cover until neg-
ative brushholder is exposed. (Large flat head
screwdriver and pliers).

5.  The negative brushholder is in the 11:00 O’clock

position looking at the control panel end of the gen-
erator. Remove negative brushholder 5/16” bolt.
(1/2” Socket, ratchet, and small extension.)

6.  Position Wire Feed Module control box next to the

right side of the machine (as shown). 

7.  Feed power cable assembly through the rectangu-

lar window on the bottom of the generator.

8.  Connect power cable/thermostat assembly and the

existing cables to the negative brushholder using
the .75” long 5/16” hex head cap screw, (provided
in the mounting hardware packet).  Make certain
the thermostat assembly does not touch the brush-
holder spring and the cable is clear of any moving
parts.  Make certain the thermostat is assembled
under the cable connections.  (1/2” socket, ratchet,
small extension).

9.  Reposition the brush wraparound cover and   tight-

en with the hardware removed in step 5.  Keep the
tightening flanges below the 3:00 O’clock position.
(Large flat head screwdriver and pliers.)

Summary of Contents for Wire Feed Module 12207

Page 1: ...achines having Code Numbers 12207 Need Help Call 1 888 935 3877 to talk to a Service Representative Hours of Operation 8 00 AM to 6 00 PM ET Mon thru Fri After hours Use Ask the Experts at lincolnelec...

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: ...ri s et non inflammables 4 Des gouttes de laitier en fusion sont mises de l arc de soudage Se prot ger avec des v tements de protection libres de l huile tels que les gants en cuir chemise paisse pan...

Page 7: ...nection of Lincoln Electric Wire Feeders A 8 OPERATION Section B Design Features B 1 Recommended Wire Feeders and Accessories B 1 Additional Safety Precautions B 1 Wire Feed Module Operation B 1 MAINT...

Page 8: ...ectrode welding and other open arc processes With the module installed the welder can be easily set to operate in either the constant voltage or the stan dard constant current modes The constant volta...

Page 9: ...top engine before servicing Keep away from moving parts Only qualified personnel should install use or service this equipment MACHINE GROUNDING Because a portable engine driven welder or generator cre...

Page 10: ...all Flat Head Screwdriver Pliers 3 32 Allen Wrench 3 8 Drive Ratchet with Small Extension 1 2 Socket 9 16 Deep Well Socket 3 4 Socket 5 16 Nut Driver and Socket 1 2 Open End Wrench 9 16 Open End Wrenc...

Page 11: ...all wires connected to it mounting tab down INSTALLATION SEQUENCE SAE 300 HE See Exploded View the following Page 1 Remove the bottom 3 mounting screws from the upper control nameplate Keep the screw...

Page 12: ...ENTIOMETER SPACER AMPHENOL RECEPTACLE MOUNT WITH KEY LOCATED IN THE BOTTOM POSITION POTENTIOMETER SHAFT SEAL CONTROL KNOB CENTER SHAFT SEAL AND SPACER UNDER KNOB AND WITH PRESSURE ON THE KNOB AGAINST...

Page 13: ...eed power cable assembly through the rectangu lar window on the bottom of the generator 8 Connect power cable thermostat assembly and the existing cables to the negative brushholder using the 75 long...

Page 14: ...right side of the machine and save hardware 12 Position control box into place Four plastic fuel tank mounting bolts require loosening to slide the tank towards the engine The control box must be mane...

Page 15: ...e guard from the left side of the welder Using two screws from the mounting hardware package fasten the out put terminal also from the mounting hardware package to the guard Connect the WFM control bo...

Page 16: ...t processes CONNECTION OF THE LN 7 LN 7 GMA TO THE WIRE FEED MODULE Requires K584 L input cable K864 adapter and optionally the K857 for remote control See the connection diagram in the Diagrams secti...

Page 17: ...standard output terminal is not used for CV welding of either polarity Refer to diagrams section to determine the correct con nection to the remote control receptacle When the WFM is in the CV mode th...

Page 18: ...tle linkage will cause an increase in the A C auxiliary voltage If this voltage goes above 140 volts the control circuits of the WFM and wire feeders will be damaged The engine governor setting is pre...

Page 19: ...do not understand or are unable to perform the Recommended Course of Action safely contact your local Authorized Field Service Facility TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Have qualified personnel do the maintenanc...

Page 20: ...ion 2 Refer to quick check procedure for generator only 3 Refer to procedure for Checking the Cold Tip Contactor CR4 4 Turn engine off Remove short circuit 5 Broken or loose connections from WFM to co...

Page 21: ...Capacitors in power source output cir cuit failed A failure is indicated if the small vent plug on the top of a capaci tor is raised or blown out 5 Opening in feedback circuit 6 Faulty P C Board 1 Ch...

Page 22: ...ion contamination or looseness b Check leads in the plug harness for loose or inter mittent connection 2 If P C Board is visibly damaged electrically before possibly subjecting the new P C Board to th...

Page 23: ...voltage is present at leads 630 631 measure the voltage between L2 terminal and ter minal opposite L2 If the voltage is equal to the output voltage across the positive and negative output terminals r...

Page 24: ...the problem exists in the Wire Feed Module Refer to Troubleshooting chart 2 If there is no generator output in step 1 proceed with the following a If jumper plug P10 is available a quick check can be...

Page 25: ...may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual The specific diagram for a particular code is pasted inside the machine on one of the enclosure pan els If the diagram is illegible write to...

Page 26: ...GATIVE CV OUTPUT TERMINAL PANEL CONNECT TO NEG BRUSH HOLDER 250 AMP THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY WIRE FEED MODULE ON MACHINE REMOVE PLUG P10 FROM CONNECTOR J5 CONNECT P5 ON W F M TO CONNECTOR J5 ON MACHINE CON...

Page 27: ...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 28: ...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 29: ...tomer s particular purpose with respect to such information or advice As a matter of practical consideration we also cannot assume any responsibility for updating or correcting any such information or...

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