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Lincoln Electric VANTAGE 575 Operator's Manual

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For use with machines having Code Numbers:
Safety Depends on You
Lincoln arc welding and cutting
equipment is designed and
built with safety in mind.
However, your overall safety
can be increased by proper
installation . . . and thoughtful
operation on your part. DO
NOT INSTALL, OPERATE OR
REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT
WITHOUT READING THIS
MANUAL AND THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED
THROUGHOUT.
Most
importantly, think before you
act and be careful.
Date of Purchase: __________
Serial Number: _____________
Code Number: _____________
Model: ___________________
Where Purchased:__________
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
• Sales and Service through Subsidiaries and Distributors Worldwide •
Sydney, NSW, Australia Tel: 02 9772 7222 Fax: 02 9792 2420
Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 USA Tel: 216.481.8100 Fax: 216.486.1751 Web Site: www.lincolnelectric.com
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Vantage 575
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• World's Leader in Welding and Cutting Products •
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February, 2003
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  • Page 1 Vantage 575 For use with machines having Code Numbers: Safety Depends on You Lincoln arc welding and cutting equipment is designed and built with safety in mind. However, your overall safety can be increased by proper installation . . . and thoughtful operation on your part.

  • Page 2: California Proposition 65 Warnings

    CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS For Diesel Engines: diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. ARC WELDING CAN BE HAZARDOUS. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.

  • Page 3: Electric Shock Can Kill

    ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. 3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits are electrically “hot” when the welder is on. Do not touch these “hot” parts with your bare skin or wet clothing. Wear dry, hole-free gloves to insulate hands. 3.b.
  • Page 4 WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or explosion 6 a Remove fire hazards from the welding area. If this is not possible, cover them to prevent the welding sparks from starting a fire. Remember that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.

  • Page 5: Safety

    PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suivantes: Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Arc 1. Protegez-vous contre la secousse électrique: a.

  • Page 6: Welding, Emf & Pacemakers

    WELDING, EMF & PACEMAKERS All welders should follow safe practices that minimise their exposure to electric and magnetic fields (EMF). For welders wearing implanted pacemakers, safe welding practices are particularly important and additional procedures should be followed by those who have decided to continue to weld.

  • Page 7: Assessment Of Area

    Australian/New Zealand Standard (Emission):- AS/NZS 3652 ‘Electromagnetic Compatibility - Arc Welding Equipment’ (Identical to and reproduced from British Standard EN 50199) • for using with other Lincoln Electric/LiquidArc equipment. • designed for industrial and professional use. Introduction electrical...
  • Page 8 This statement appears where the information must be followed exactly to avoid minor personal injury or damage to this equipment. for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product -...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Connection of Lincoln Electric Wire Feeders ........
  • Page 10 ..............P.466 Series Vantage 575...

  • Page 11: Installation

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - Vantage 575 (K2170-1) Make /Model Description Cummins 4 cylinder B3.3 36kw (48 HP) Diesel Engine @ 1500 RPM RATED OUTPUT @ 40°C(104°F) - WELDER Duty Cycle 100% OUTPUT @ 40°C(104°F) - WELDER AND GENERATOR Outlets x Phase...

  • Page 12: Safety Precautions

    Vantage 575 machines cannot be stacked. ANGLE OF OPERATION To achieve optimum engine performance the Vantage 575 should be run in a level position. The maximum angle of operation for the Cummins engine is 35 degrees in all directions. If the engine is to...

  • Page 13: Lifting

    5. Proper preventative maintenance of trailer. 6. Conformance with federal, state and local laws Consult applicable federal, state and local laws regarding specific requirements for use on public highways. Vantage 575 is Lincoln’s K953-1. If the...

  • Page 14: Pre-Operation Engine Service

    • Wear gloves and eye protection and be careful when working near battery. • Follow instructions printed on battery. IMPORTANT: To prevent ELECTRICAL DAMAGE WHEN: a) Installing new batteries. b) Using a booster. Use correct polarity — Negative Ground. Vantage 575...

  • Page 15: Muffler Outlet Pipe

    The Australian Standard AS/NZS 3000 lists a number of alternate means of grounding electrical equipment. A machine grounding stud marked with the symbol front of the welder. Vantage 575 46-61 L 61-76 L 2 x 50 Connections”...

  • Page 16: Remote Control

    (minimum) x 4 conductor cable of the desired length. (The 20 amp, plug is available in the optional KA1373 plug kit). 4. Plug this cable into the 3 phase receptacle on the Vantage case front. Vantage 575 manufacturer’s recommended...

  • Page 17: Connection Of Lincoln Electric Wire Feeders

    • Set the ARC CONTROL to “0” initially and adjust to suit. • Set the “IDLE” switch to the “AUTO” position. When not welding, the Vantage 575 engine will be at the low idle speed. If you are using an LN-23P with the K350-1 adapter kit, the electrode is not energized until the gun trigger is closed.
  • Page 18 WELDING SYSTEM TO THE VANTAGE For connection diagrams and instructions for connecting an NA-3 Welding System to the Vantage, refer to the NA-3 Welding System instruction manual. The connection diagram for the LN-8 can be used for connecting the NA-3.

  • Page 19: Operation

    Core welding. In addition the Vantage can be used for Arc Gouging with carbons up to 10mm (3/8”) diameter. The Vantage is not recommended for pipe thawing. GENERATOR The Vantage provides smooth output for auxiliary power and emergency standby power. Vantage 575...

  • Page 20: Controls And Settings

    Displays the level of diesel fuel in the fuel tank. The operator must watch the fuel level closely to prevent running out of fuel and possibly having to bleed the system. 5. ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge displays the engine coolant temperature. Vantage 575...

  • Page 21: Oil Pressure Gauge

    • If the triggering device remains pressed but no welding load is applied within approximately 12 seconds the engine will return to low idle speed. • If the triggering device is released or welding ceases the engine will return to low idle speed after approximately 12 seconds. Vantage 575...

  • Page 22: Welding Controls

    This is a 380 VAC receptacle that provides auxiliary power. This receptacle has a 20 amp rating. Refer to the AUXILIARY POWER RECEPTACLES section in the installation chapter for further information about this receptacle. Also refer to the AUXILIARY POWER OPERATION section later in this chapter. Vantage 575...

  • Page 23: Engine Operation

    STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Switch the RUN/STOP switch to “STOP”. This turns off the voltage supplied to the shutdown solenoid. A backup shutdown can be accomplished by shutting off the fuel valve located on the fuel line. Vantage 575...

  • Page 24: Welder Operation

    (Amptrol or Arc Start Switch) is pressed. When using the TIG Module, the OUTPUT control on the Vantage 575 is used to set the maximum range of the CURRENT CONTROL on the TIG Module or an Amptrol if connected to the TIG Module. Vantage 575...

  • Page 25: Typical Current Ranges For Tungsten Electrodes

    15-30 6-8 (13-17) 25-40 7-11 (15-23) 40-55 10-12 (21-25) 55-80 11-13 (23-27) 80-125 13-15 (28-32) 11-13 (23-27) Vantage 575 TIG TORCH Nozzle Size (4), (5) 2-4 (3-8) #4, #5, #6 3-5 (5-10) 3-5 (5-10) 4-6 (9-13) #5, #6 5-7 (11-15)

  • Page 26: Cv-Wire Mode

    It must be noted that the above auxiliary power ratings are with no welding load. Simultaneous welding and power loads are specified in table B.4. The permissible currents shown assume that current is being drawn from either the 220VAC or 380VAC supply (not both at the same time). Vantage 575...
  • Page 27 Maximum Allowable Cord Length in m (ft) for Conductor Size mm (12AWG) 6.0 mm (10AWG) 10.0 mm (8AWG) 16.0 (75) (150) (60) (100) Vantage 575 @ 380 V ±10% 14 amp/phase 18.5 amp/phase 18.5 amp/phase 18.5 amp/phase mm (6AWG) 25.0...

  • Page 28: Accessories

    Has convenient plug for easy connection to the welder. The Vantage 575 is equipped with a 6-pin connector for connecting the remote control. KIT 1700 - Includes 10m (35ft) of electrode cable and 9m (30ft) of work cable.

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    (less than 2.81 kg/cm 6. Dry element before reuse with warm air at less than 71°C. Do not use a light bulb to dry the element. Vantage 575 psi maximum with nozzles at maximum without nozzle. ) to remove all suds and dirt.

  • Page 30: Fuel Filters

    • Do not spill fuel ! • Do not smoke ! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Vantage 575 is equipped with a Fuel Filter located after the lift pump and before fuel injectors.The procedure for changing the filter is as follows. 1. Close the fuel shutoff valve.

  • Page 31: Nameplate / Warning Decal Maintenance

    Inspect and replace monthly, as FF5079 required. Replace annually. C6003112130 Replace every 500 hours or 6 months, FS19594 whichever is less. BCI GROUP 34 Inspect every 500 hours ----- Change every 750 hours or 3 months, whichever is less. Check daily. Vantage 575...

  • Page 32: How To Use Troubleshooting Guide

    HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Service and Repair should only be performed by Lincoln Electric Factory Trained Personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician and machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid Electrical Shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    1. Dirty fuel or air filters may need cleaned/replaced. 2. Water in fuel. 1. Fuel Shutdown solenoid not functioning properly / linkage binding. CAUTION Vantage 575 RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked and the problem persists, Contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility.

  • Page 34: Function Problems

    2. Auxiliary power load is less than 100 watts. 3. Faulty Pull Coil/Battery PCB or Weld Control PCB. CAUTION Vantage 575 RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked and the problem persists, Contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility.
  • Page 35 Coil/Battery PCB or Chopper PCB. 1. Open circuit breakers. 2. Faulty connections to auxiliary receptacles. 3. Faulty auxiliary circuit wiring. CAUTION Vantage 575 RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked and the problem persists, Contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility.
  • Page 36 DIAGRAMS 208B Vantage 575 405B 232F 405A 262A 232D...

  • Page 37: Connection Diagram

    DIAGRAMS CONNECTION DIAGRAM: Vantage 575...
  • Page 38 DIAGRAMS CONNECTION DIAGRAM: Vantage 575...
  • Page 39 DIAGRAMS CONNECTION DIAGRAM Vantage 575...
  • Page 40 DIAGRAMS CONNECTION DIAGRAM Vantage 575...
  • Page 41 DIAGRAMS CONNECTION DIAGRAM Vantage 575...
  • Page 42 DIAGRAMS CONNECTION DIAGRAM Vantage 575...
  • Page 43 DIAGRAMS CONNECTION DIAGRAM Vantage 575...
  • Page 44 DIAGRAMS CONNECTION DIAGRAM Vantage 575...
  • Page 45 DIAGRAMS F-10 F-10 CONNECTION DIAGRAM Vantage 575...
  • Page 46 DIAGRAMS F-11 F-11 CONNECTION DIAGRAM Vantage 575...
  • Page 47 DIAGRAMS F-12 F-12 CONNECTION DIAGRAM Vantage 575...
  • Page 48 DIAGRAMS F-13 F-13 CONNECTION DIAGRAM Vantage 575...

  • Page 49: Dimension Print

    DIAGRAMS F-14 F-14 DIMENSION PRINT Vantage 575...
  • Page 50 NOTES Vantage 575...
  • Page 51 NOTES Vantage 575...
  • Page 52 ● WARNING ● Spanish ● AVISO DE PRECAUCION ● French ● ATTENTION ● ● German WARNUNG ● Portuguese ● ATENÇÃO ● Japanese Chinese Korean Arabic ● ● ● ● ● Vantage 575 ● ● ● ● ●...
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  • Page 54 World’s Leader in Welding and Cutting Products • Sales and Service through Subsidiaries and Distributors Worldwide • Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 USA Tel: 216.481.8100 Fax: 216.486.1751 Web Site: www.lincolnelectric.com...

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