Lincoln Electric Cruiser Operating instructions

Brand: Lincoln Electric

Model: Cruiser

Category: Welding System

Type: Operating instructions

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CRUISER

™

TRACTOR

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

IM946-A

August, 2010

Safety Depends on You

Lincoln arc welding and cutting

equipment is designed and built

with safety in mind. However,

your overall safety can be in-

creased by proper installation ...

and thoughtful operation on your

part. DO NOT INSTALL, OPER-

ATE OR REPAIR THIS EQUIP-

MENT WITHOUT READING

THIS MANUAL AND THE

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CON-

TAINED THROUGHOUT. And,

most importantly, think before

you act and be careful.

For use with machines having Code Numbers:

11437

IEC 60974-5

WEB SITE: www.lincolnelectric.com

This manual covers equipment which is no

longer in production by The Lincoln Electric Co.

Specications and availability of optional

features may have changed.

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SAFETY

FOR ENGINE

powered equipment.

1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenance

work unless the maintenance work requires it to be running.

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1.b. Operate engines in open, well-ventilated

areas or vent the engine exhaust fumes

outdoors.

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1.c. Do not add the fuel near an open flame weld-

ing arc or when the engine is running. Stop the

engine and allow it to cool before refueling to

prevent spilled fuel from vaporizing on contact

with 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.

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1.d. Keep all equipment safety guards, covers and devices in posi-

tion 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.

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1.e. In some cases it may be necessary to remove safety

guards to perform required maintenance. Remove

guards only when necessary and replace them when the

maintenance requiring their removal is complete.

Always use the greatest care when working near moving

parts.

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1.f. Do not put your hands near the engine fan. Do

not at

tempt to override the governor or idler by

pushing on the throttle control rods while the

engine is running.

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1.g. To prevent accidentally starting gasoline engines while

tur

ning the engine or welding generator during maintenance

work, disconnect the spark plug wires, distributor cap or

magneto wire as appropriate.

ARC WELDING CAN BE HAZARDOUS. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR DOCTOR BEFORE OPERATING.

Read and understand the following safety highlights. For additional safety information, it is strongly recommended that you pur-

chase a copy of “Safety in Welding & Cutting - ANSI Standard Z49.1” from the American Welding Society, P.O. Box 351040, Miami,

Florida 33135 or CSA Standard W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” booklet E205 is available from the Lincoln Elec-

tric Company, 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199.

BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE PER-

FORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.

WARNING

ELECTRIC AND

MAGNETIC FIELDS

may be dangerous

2.a. Electric current flowing through any conductor causes

localized Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF). Welding

current creates EMF fields around welding cables and

welding machines

2.b. EMF fields may interfere with some pacemakers, and

welders having a pacemaker should consult their physician

before welding.

2.c. Exposure to EMF fields in welding may have other health

effects which are now not known.

2.d. All welders should use the following procedures in order to

minimize exposure to EMF fields from the welding circuit:

2.d.1.

Route the electrode and work cables together - Secure

them with tape when possible.

2.d.2. Never coil the electrode lead around your body.

2.d.3. Do not place your body between the electrode and

work cables. If the electrode cable is on your right

side, the work cable should also be on your right side.

2.d.4. Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as

possible to the area being welded.

2.d.5. Do not work next to welding power source.

1.h. To avoid scalding, do not remove the

radiator pressure cap when the engine is

hot.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS

Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents

are known to the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, and other reproductive harm.

The engine exhaust from this product contains chem-

icals known to the State of California to cause can-

cer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

The Above For Diesel Engines

The Above For Gasoline Engines

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ARC RAYS can burn.

4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover

plates to protect your eyes from sparks and

the rays of the arc when welding or observing

open arc welding. Headshield and filter lens

should conform 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 suitable, non-flammable

screening and/or warn them not to watch the arc nor expose

themselves to the arc rays or to hot spatter or metal.

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. Insulate yourself from work and ground using dry insulation.

Make certain the insulation is large enough to cover your full

area of physical contact with work and ground.

In addition to the normal safety precautions, if welding

must be performed under electrically hazardous

conditions (in damp locations or while wearing wet

clothing; on metal structures such as floors, gratings or

scaffolds; when in cramped positions such as sitting,

kneeling or lying, if there is a high risk of unavoidable or

accidental contact with the workpiece or ground) use

the following equipment:

• Semiautomatic DC Constant Voltage (Wire) Welder.

• DC Manual (Stick) Welder.

• AC Welder with Reduced Voltage Control.

3.c. In semiautomatic or automatic wire welding, the electrode,

electrode reel, welding head, nozzle or semiautomatic

welding gun are also electrically “hot”.

3.d. Always be sure the work cable makes a good electrical

connection with the metal being welded. The connection

should be as close as possible to the area being welded.

3.e. Ground the work or metal to be welded to a good electrical

(earth) ground.

3.f.

Maintain the electrode holder, work clamp, welding cable and

welding machine in good, safe operating condition. Replace

damaged insulation.

3.g. Never dip the electrode in water for cooling.

3.h. Never simultaneously touch electrically “hot” parts of

electrode holders connected to two welders because voltage

between the two can be the total of the open circuit voltage

of both welders.

3.i. When working above floor level, use a safety belt to protect

yourself from a fall should you get a shock.

3.j. Also see Items 6.c. and 8.

FUMES AND GASES

can be dangerous.

5.a. Welding may produce fumes and gases

hazardous to health. Avoid breathing these

fumes and gases. When welding, keep

your head out of the fume. Use enough

ventilation and/or exhaust at the arc to keep

fumes and gases away from the breathing zone. When

welding with electrodes which require special

ventilation such as stainless or hard facing (see

instructions on container or MSDS) or on lead or

cadmium plated steel and other metals or coatings

which produce highly toxic fumes, keep exposure as

low as possible and within applicable OSHA PEL and

ACGIH TLV limits using local exhaust or mechanical ven-

tilation. In confined spaces or in some circumstances, out-

doors, a respirator may be required. Additional

precautions are also required when welding on galvanized

steel.

5. b. The operation of welding fume control equipment is affected by

various factors including proper use and positioning of the

equipment, maintenance of the equipment and the specific

welding procedure and application involved. Worker exposure

level should be checked upon installation and periodically

thereafter to be certain it is within applicable OSHA PEL and

ACGIH TLV limits.

5.c.

Do not weld in locations near chlorinated hydrocarbon

vapors

coming from degreasing, cleaning or spraying operations. The

heat and rays of the arc can react with solvent vapors

form

phosgene, a highly toxic gas, and other irritating products.

5.d. Shielding gases used for arc welding can displace air and

cause injury or death. Always use enough ventilation,

especially in confined areas, to insure breathing air is safe.

5.e. Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions for this

equipment and the consumables to be used, including the

material safety data sheet (MSDS) and follow your

employer’s safety practices. MSDS forms are available from

your welding distributor or from the manufacturer.

5.f. Also see item 1.b.

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FOR ELECTRICALLY

powered equipment.

8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnect

switch at the fuse box before working on

the equipment.

8.b. Install equipment in accordance with the U.S. National

Electrical Code, all local codes and the manufacturer’s

recommendations.

8.c. Ground the equipment in accordance with the U.S. National

Electrical Code and the manufacturer’s recommendations.

CYLINDER may explode

if damaged.

7.a. Use only compressed gas cylinders

containing the correct shielding gas for the

process used and properly operating

regulators designed for the gas and

pressure used. All hoses, fittings, etc. should be suitable for

the application and maintained in good condition.

7.b. Always keep cylinders in an upright position securely

chained to an undercarriage or fixed support.

7.c. Cylinders should be located:

• Away from areas where they may be struck or subjected to

physical damage.

• A safe distance from arc welding or cutting operations and

any other source of heat, sparks, or flame.

7.d. Never allow the electrode, electrode holder or any other

electrically “hot” parts to touch a cylinder.

7.e. Keep your head and face away from the cylinder valve outlet

when opening the cylinder valve.

7.f. Valve protection caps should always be in place and hand

tight except when the cylinder is in use or connected for

use.

7.g. Read and follow the instructions on compressed gas

cylinders, associated equipment, and CGA publication P-l,

“Precautions for Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in

Cylinders,” available from the Compressed Gas Association

1235 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA 22202.

WELDING and CUTTING

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. Avoid welding near

hydraulic lines. Have a fire extinguisher readily available.

6.b. Where compressed gases are to be used at the job site,

special precautions should be used to prevent hazardous

situations. Refer to “Safety in Welding and Cutting” (ANSI

Standard Z49.1) and the operating information for the

equipment being used.

6.c. When not welding, make certain no part of the electrode

circuit is touching the work or ground. Accidental contact can

cause overheating and create a fire hazard.

6.d. Do not heat, cut or weld tanks, drums or containers until the

proper steps have been taken to insure that such procedures

will not cause flammable or toxic vapors from substances

inside. They can cause an explosion even

though

they have

been “cleaned”. For information, purchase “Recommended

Safe Practices for the

Preparation

for Welding and Cutting of

Containers and Piping That Have Held Hazardous

Substances”, AWS F4.1 from the American Welding Society

(see address above).

6.e. Vent hollow castings or containers before heating, cutting or

welding. They may explode.

6.f.

Sparks and spatter are thrown from the welding arc. Wear oil

free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy shirt,

cuffless trousers, high shoes and a cap over your hair. Wear

ear plugs when welding out of position or in confined places.

Always wear safety glasses with side shields when in a

welding area.

6.g. Connect the work cable to the work as close to the welding

area as practical. Work cables connected to the building

framework or other locations away from the welding area

increase the possibility of the welding current 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 NFPA 51B “ Standard for Fire Prevention Dur-

ing Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work”, available from NFPA,

1 Batterymarch Park, PO box 9101, Quincy, Ma 022690-9101.

6.j. Do not use a welding power source for pipe thawing.

Refer to http://www.lincolnelectric.com/safety for additional safety information.

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Thank You

for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you

to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product •••

as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you!

Read this Operators Manual completely before attempting to use this equipment. Save this manual and keep it

handy for quick reference. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions we have provided for your protection. The

level of seriousness to be applied to each is explained below:

WARNING

This statement appears where the information must be followed exactly to avoid serious personal injury or loss of life.

This statement appears where the information must be followed to avoid minor personal injury or damage to this equipment.

CAUTION

Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately

When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaser upon receipt by the carrier. Consequently, Claims

for material damaged in shipment must be made by the purchaser against the transportation company at the time

the shipment is received.

Please record your equipment identification information below for future reference. This information can be found

on your machine nameplate.

Product _________________________________________________________________________________

Model Number ___________________________________________________________________________

Code Number or Date Code_________________________________________________________________

Serial Number____________________________________________________________________________

Date Purchased___________________________________________________________________________

Where Purchased_________________________________________________________________________

Whenever you request replacement parts or information on this equipment, always supply the information you

have recorded above. The code number is especially important when identifying the correct replacement parts.

On-Line Product Registration

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• For faxing: Complete the form on the back of the warranty statement included in the literature packet

accompanying this machine and fax the form per the instructions printed on it.

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WEB SITE at www.lincolnelectric.com. Choose “Quick Links” and then “Prod-

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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE POLICY

The business of The Lincoln Electric Company is manufacturing and selling high quality welding equipment, consumables, and cutting equip-

ment. Our challenge is to meet the needs of our customers and to exceed their expectations. On occasion, purchasers 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 ad-

vice. We expressly disclaim any warranty of any kind, including any warranty of fitness for any customer’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 in-

formation or advice once it has been given, nor does the provision 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 sold by Lincoln Electric is solely within the control

of, and remains the sole responsibility of the customer. Many variables beyond the control of Lincoln Electric affect the results obtained in ap-

plying these types of fabrication methods and service requirements.

Subject to Change – Please refer to www.lincolnelectric.com for any updated information. The material in this document is for information only

and is subject to change without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy,

The Lincoln Electric Co. assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained

herein.

The Lincoln Electric Co. reserves the right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TOC-1TOC-1

Chapter 1, Product Overview

Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 1-1

Product Summary ..................................................................................................................... 1-2

General Physical Description .............................................................................................. 1-2

Recommended Processes and Equipment ............................................................................... 1-3

Recommended Processes .................................................................................................. 1-3

Process Limitations ............................................................................................................. 1-3

Equipment Limitations ......................................................................................................... 1-3

Recommended Power Sources .......................................................................................... 1-3

Design Features ........................................................................................................................ 1-4

Arc Performance ................................................................................................................. 1-4

User Controls ...................................................................................................................... 1-4

Wire Drive ........................................................................................................................... 1-4

Cruiser™ Tractor and Frame .............................................................................................. 1-4

Chapter 2, Initial Setup

Accessories Included with the Cruiser™ Tractor ...................................................................... 2-1

Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature ............................................................................................... 2-2

Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature Continued .............................................................................. 2-3

Tools Needed ............................................................................................................................ 2-4

Assembly Preparation ............................................................................................................... 2-5

Chapter 3, Assembly

Right-Hand Horizontal Fillet Welds ........................................................................................... 3-1

Right-Hand Butt and Groove Welds .......................................................................................... 3-7

Flat Fillet ................................................................................................................................. 3-15

Chapter 4, Wheel Configurations

Track Guided Welding .............................................................................................................. 4-1

Self-Guided, Four-Wheeled Welding ........................................................................................ 4-2

Manually Steered, Three-Wheeled Welding ............................................................................. 4-4

Joint Guide Wheels ................................................................................................................... 4-6

Chapter 5, Wire Guides and Drive Roll Removal and Installation

Wire Guides and Drive Roll Removal and Installation .............................................................. 5-1

Chapter 6, Wire Straightener Adjustment

Wire Straightener Adjustment ...................................................................................................6-2

Chapter 7, Leveling

Leveling ..................................................................................................................................... 7-1

Chapter 8, Alternate Configurations

Feed Plate Positions ................................................................................................................. 8-1

Wire Reel Spindle Positions ...................................................................................................... 8-4

Flux Hopper Mounting Options ................................................................................................. 8-5

Slide Positions ........................................................................................................................... 8-

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Chapter 9, Cables and Connections

System Setup ............................................................................................................................ 9-1

Wire Drive Connection .............................................................................................................. 9-2

Controller and Power Source Connectors ................................................................................ 9-3

ArcLink Control Cables ............................................................................................................. 9-4

Weld Cable Sizes ...................................................................................................................... 9-5

Connecting Welding Power Cables to Contact Nozzle Assembly - All Configurations ............. 9-6

Loading Electrode ..................................................................................................................... 9-8

Loading a Coil on to a Reel................................................................................................. 9-8

Chapter 10, Operation

Safety Precautions .................................................................................................................. 10-1

Pendant Controls .................................................................................................................... 10-5

Making a Weld ........................................................................................................................ 10-6

Constant Current ...............................................................................................................10-7

Constant Voltage ................................................................................................................... 10-8

Weld Sequence ............................................................................................................... 10-11

Start Options ................................................................................................................... 10-11

End Options .................................................................................................................... 10-12

Restrike Timer ................................................................................................................. 10-12

Weld Mode Searching ........................................................................................................... 10-18

Memories .............................................................................................................................. 10-18

Recalling a Memory with Memory Buttons ...................................................................... 10-18

Saving a Memory with Memory Buttons ......................................................................... 10-19

Limits ..................................................................................................................................... 10-20

Setting Limits .................................................................................................................. 10-20

Enabling/Disabling Limits ................................................................................................ 10-22

Setup Features Menu ........................................................................................................... 10-24

Accessing the Setup Menu ............................................................................................. 10-24

User Defined Parameters Touch Sense................................................................................. 10-25

Moving the Cruiser™ Tractor ................................................................................................ 10-29

Driving the Cruiser™ Tractor Without Welding ............................................................... 10-30

Chapter 11, Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................... 11-1

Maintenance ........................................................................................................................... 11-4

Chapter 12, Software Installation

Connecting the Cruiser™ Tractor to a Computer ................................................................... 12-1

Updating Software .................................................................................................................. 12-3

Chapter 13, Kits and Accessories

Optional Kits and Accessories ................................................................................................ 13-1

Drive Roll and Guide Tube Kits ............................................................................................... 13-2

Chapter 14, Diagram

Machine Wiring Diagram ................................................................................................ 14-1

Parts List ......................................................................................................................... P-571

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

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Specifications

Note:

*Duty Cycle is based upon the amount of welding performed in a 10 minute period.

Specifications

VOLTAGE INPUT AMPERES

40 VDC 8 A

Rated Output at 140

F (40

DUTY CYCLE* AMPERES

100% 1000 A

Temperature Ranges

OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE

-40 to 122

F -40 to 185

(-40 to 50

C) (-40 to 85

Physical Dimensions

(Overall Size and Weight Dependent Upon Configuration)

MODEL HEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH WEIGHT (as shipped)

K2607-1 29 Inches 23 Inches 36 Inches 179 Lbs.

(736mm) (548mm) (914mm) (81 kg)

SAW

GEARING WFS Range Wire Sizes

57:1

50 to 500 ipm

(1.3 to 12.5 m/min)

15 to 300 ipm

(0.4 to 7.5 m/min)

15 to 200 ipm

(0.4 to 5.0 m/min)

142:1

(Factory Installed Gearing)

95:1

1/16 to 7/32 inch

(1.6 to 5.6 mm)

1/16 to 3/32 inch

(1.6 to 2.4 mm)

1/16 to 5/64 inch

(1.6 to 2.4 mm)

Travel Speed Range

10 to 100 ipm

(0.25 to 2.5 m/min)

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Product Summary

General Physical Description

The Cruiser™ tractor is a self-propelled carriage for performing subarc welds, specifi-

cally designed to improve productivity.

The Cruiser™ tractor features a patent pending mast and arm structure for fast setup.

Heat-treated aluminum alloy tubing is used for the mast and arm resulting in a rigid frame

that keeps the wire drive in a steady position. The main components are: wire drive,

spool spindle and flux hopper. Grooves in the tubing align with a key in the clamp to let

the clamp slide along the length of the tubing without rotating. Other clamps do not have

the key and rotate as well as slide on the tubing.

Wire is fed to the arc with a wire drive based on the proven PF-10S. All of the drive rolls,

nozzles and contact tips from the PF-10S may be assembled to the Cruiser™ tractor. A

new low-friction wire straightener reliably straightens the wire. The wire drive rotates

about two axes for setting torch drag/pull angle and torch tilt angle.

The wire drive is mounted to two heavy-duty X-Y slides. The cross slides allow easy ad-

justment of the electrode stickout and position of the wire in the joint.

The entire mast and arm structure separates from the base for portability and mobility

purposes.

Driving the Cruiser™ tractor is a permanent magnet direct current (DC) motor with all

metal gears. The motor transfers power to the axle through a worm drive for smooth

transmission. A tachometer keeps the Cruiser™ tractor speed consistent. The wheels

are made from reinforced aluminum oxide and withstand high heat, abrasive flux and im-

pact. A gear and wheels are mounted on the axle for operating on K396 track sections.

The front wheels of the Cruiser™ tractor may be configured for three- or four-wheel op-

eration. The flexible wheel configuration lets the Cruiser™ tractor be assembled in a

manner for the best balance while aligning the wheels for the best tracking of the joint.

All of the controls are housed in a light-weight pendant that connects with a cable to the

Cruiser™ tractor. The pendant housing is fabricated from aluminum to resist impacts and

high temperatures.

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Recommended Processes and Equipment

Recommended Processes

• SAW (alternating current [AC], DC+ and DC-) up to 1,000 amps

• Tiny Twin.

Process Limitations

• The Cruiser™ tractor does not support open arc procedures.

• The Cruiser™ tractor only supports one arc.

Equipment Limitations

• Because of cable inductance, do not use more than 100 feet (30 m) of electrode and

100 feet (30 m) of work cable.

• For robust digital communications, do not use more than 200 feet (60 m) of control

cable.

• The Cruiser™ tractor operates on 40 volts direct current (VDC) only.

• There is no 115 volts alternating current (VAC) in the Cruiser™ tractor.

• The flux hopper holds a maximum of 15 lbs (6.8 kg) of flux.

Recommended Power Sources

• Power Wave AC/DC 1000.

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Design Features

Arc Performance

The Cruiser™ tractor and Power Wave AC/DC 1000 combination brings high productiv-

ity to field welding.

User Controls

• Light weight, hand-held pendant

• Four memories for quick selection of common procedures

• Full sequence control for tailoring the weld from start to end

• All welding controls located at the pendant including program selection.

Wire Drive

• Changeable gears for feeding small diameter wires at high speed and large diame-

ter wires at low speed

• High torque, permanent magnet DC motor with tachometer for accurate wire-feed

speed control

• Three-roll wire straightener

• Compatible with standard Lincoln Electric submerged-arc contact nozzles.

Cruiser™ Tractor and Frame

• Three- or four-wheel patent-pending design for the best tracking and balancing

• Permanent magnet DC motor with tachometer for steady, accurate travel speeds

• Metal gears for long life

• Easily engaged travel clutch

• Fully assembled for track use

• Aluminum-oxide wheels for superior traction and heat resistance

• Heavy-duty slides for adjusting the electrode position in the joint.

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Accessories Included with the Cruiser™ Tractor

Note:

*The Lincoln Electric Cruiser™ tractor does not include a control cable.

Accessories*

Conduit Tubing

Flux Tube

Connectors (Two)

5/32 Inch Flux

Cone Assembly

5/32 Inch

Contact Tip

Contact Nozzle

Extension

Nozzle Extension

Insulator

Flux Tubing

(Three)

Flux Tube

Retaining Springs

(Two)

Wire Reel

Assembly

Wheels for Track

Operation

Manual Guided

Steering Wheel

Front and Rear

Guide Bars

Butt/Fillet/Lap Joint

Tracker

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Flux Hopper Lift Bail

Mast Tube

Clamp Handle

Vertical Slide

Spindle

Brake

Wire Drive Clamp

Wire Straightener

Adjustment Arm

Wire Straightener

Idle Arm

Reel Holder

Drive Roll

Flux Hopper

Feedplate

Brackets

Reel

Contact Nozzle

Electrode Cable

Connection

Front

Guide

Wheel

Heat Shields

Outgoing

Wire Drive

Drive

Tube

Voltage Sense Lead (67)

Feedplate

Locking Screw

Steering Knob

Front Guide Bar

Locking Nut

Front Tubes

Front Wheel and Clamp

Assembly, Left Bar

Wheel Scraper

Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature

Figure 2-1 Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature

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Manual Steering Wheel

Collar

Wire Guide

Anchor

Horizontal Slide

Flux Valve

Slide Bracket

Clutch

Slide Tube

Clamp

Electrode Cable Strain Relief

Rear Guide Bar

Controller Bracket

Rear Guide Wheel

Control Cables Strain Relief

Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature Continued

Figure 2-2 Cruiser™ Tractor Nomenclature Continued

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1-inch (Preferred) or

25 mm Combination Wrench

1/2-inch (Preferred) or

13 mm Combination Wrench

9/16-inch (Preferred) or

15 mm Combination Wrench

7/16-inch (Preferred) or

11 mm Combination Wrench

Tools Needed

To set up the Cruiser™ tractor, the following tools are needed.

1/4-inch (Preferred) or

6 mm Allen Wrench

5/16-inch (Preferred) or

8 mm Allen Wrench

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Assembly Preparation

Before configuring the Cruiser™ tractor for welding, parts must be removed from their

shipped positions. The following steps configure the Cruiser™ tractor to be put in various

welding configurations. Depending on the joint to be welded, some parts will not be used.

1. Remove the conduit anchor using a

7/16-inch (11 mm) wrench. Set aside.

2. Loosen (two) clamp screws using a

1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench and remove

the joint tracking wheel assembly. Set

aside.

Cruiser™ Tractor

INITIAL SETUP

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3. Remove wire reel mounting spindle and

bracket. Loosen (two) clamp screws

using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench and

slide wire reel mounting spindle and

bracket off the long support tube. Set

aside.

4. Remove the flux hopper assembly.

Loosen (two) clamp screws using a 1/2-

inch (13 mm) wrench and slide flux hop-

per assembly off the long support arm.

Set aside.

5. Remove manual steering wheel

assembly. Loosen (two) clamp screws

using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench and

slide the assembly off the long support

tube. Set aside.

The Cruiser™ tractor is now ready to be assembled for welding. See Chapter 3,

Assembly.

Cruiser™ Tractor

ASSEMBLY

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Assembly

Before the Cruiser™ tractor can be set up for welding, all steps in Assembly Preparation

on page 2-5 must be completed.

Right-Hand Horizontal Fillet Welds

Figure 3-1 The Cruiser™ Tractor Configured for

Track Guided Right-Hand Horizontal Fillet Welds

Cruiser™ Tractor

ASSEMBLY

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1. Loosen wire drive mounting bracket

from horizontal slide by loosening four

nuts using a 1/2-inch (13 mm) wrench.

Relocate the wire drive bracket lo-

cated almost in the center of the hori-

zontal slide.

2. Turn the crank as shown to locate the

wire drive mounting bracket in the cen-

ter of the horizontal slide. Tighten the

four nuts.

3. Loosen the feedplate locking screw

using a 5/16 inch (8 mm) Allen

wrench. Rotate the feedplate counter-

clockwise to 45˚. Tighten the feedplate

locking screw.

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Lincoln Electric Cruiser Operating instructions

Brand: Lincoln Electric

Model: Cruiser

Category: Welding System

Type: Operating instructions

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