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Lincoln Electric Power MIG 260 User Manual

Lincoln Electric Power MIG 260
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| Issue D ate June-18
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Table of Contents

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Lincoln Electric Power MIG 260 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLincoln Electric
ModelPower MIG 260
CategoryWelding System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Warnings and Propositions

California Proposition 65 Warnings

Specific warnings mandated by California Proposition 65 regarding diesel exhaust and welding fumes.

Engine Powered Equipment Safety

Critical safety procedures for operating engine-powered equipment.

Key Safety Hazards

Electric Shock and Arc Ray Dangers

Details risks of electric shock, arc rays, and the need for protective measures.

Fumes and Gases Hazards

Highlights health hazards from welding fumes and gases and ventilation requirements.

Fire, Explosion, and Cylinder Safety

Welding Sparks and Fire Prevention

Precautions against fire and explosion from welding sparks and hot materials.

Cylinder Safety

Safety measures for compressed gas cylinders to prevent explosion if damaged.

Electrically Powered Equipment Safety

Safety procedures for installation and grounding of electrically powered equipment.

Technical Specifications

Installation Guide

Product Description

Describes the POWER MIG 260 as a semiautomatic DC arc welding machine with advanced features.

Location and Tilting

Guidance on selecting a suitable location and securing the machine to prevent toppling.

Input Power, Grounding, and Diagram

Requirements for input power connection, grounding, and electrical codes.

Gun and Cable Installation

Instructions for installing the welding gun and cable, including tip selection.

Shielding Gas Setup

Step-by-step guide for connecting shielding gas supply, including regulator and hose installation.

Auxiliary Power Receptacles

Information about the machine's 15 Amp 120V receptacle and its approval ratings.

Operation Guide

Safety Precautions

General safety warnings to be observed before operating the machine.

Welding Capability and Limitations

Details machine's output ratings, duty cycle, and limitations, especially with generators.

Recommended Processes and Equipment

Lists recommended welding processes and compatible wire types and sizes.

Control Panel Overview

Describes front and back case controls including LED screen, buttons, and connectors.

Internal Controls

Details internal components like wire drive tension, output receptacles, and thermal breaker.

Wire Handling Procedures

Procedures for changing drive rolls and loading wire reels or spools.

Starting and Feeding Wire

Instructions on starting welder, feeding wire, and setting idle roll pressure.

Wire Drive Configuration

Explains changing the gun receiver bushing in the wire drive assembly.

Display Operation

Guides through machine's display screens: startup, welding, and mode selection.

Advanced Welding Options

Details advanced settings: material thickness, trigger modes, spot time, run-in, and burnback.

Welding Operations and Protections

Covers making a weld, fan control, line voltage, wire feed, thermal, and overcurrent protection.

Accessories and Options

Drive Roll Kits

Lists available drive roll kits for various wire types and sizes.

Alternative Gun Assemblies

Describes optional Magnum PRO gun and cable assemblies for different wire sizes.

Spool Gun Systems

Information on spool guns, connection kits, and compatibility with the POWER MIG 260.

Spool Gun Operation

Instructions for connecting and making welds using the spool gun.

Push-Pull Gun Operation and Calibration

Details connecting, welding with, and calibrating push-pull guns.

Maintenance Procedures

General Maintenance

Covers cleaning the welder with low-pressure air and maintaining drive rolls.

Contact Tip and Gas Nozzle Installation

Instructions for installing contact tips, gas nozzles, and diffusers.

Gun Cable and Liner Maintenance

Describes cleaning the gun cable liner and procedures for liner removal/replacement.

Liner Instructions and Gun Handle Disassembly

Detailed steps for trimming liners and disassembling the gun handle.

Troubleshooting Guide

Output Problems

Lists common output issues, possible causes, and recommended actions.

Feeding Problems

Addresses issues related to wire feed, including motor running and drive roll checks.

Gas Flow Problems

Covers troubleshooting gas flow issues.

Screen Problems

Addresses issues related to screen error codes like thermal trip and board offline.

Diagrams and Schematics

Customer Assistance Policy

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