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Lincoln Vrtex 360 User Manual

Lincoln Vrtex 360
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VRTEX
360
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
IM10046-A
July, 2010
Safety Depends on You
Lincoln equipment is designed
and built with safety in mind.
However, your overall safety can
be increased by proper installa-
tion ... and thoughtful operation
on your part. DO NOT INSTALL,
OPERATE OR REPAIR THIS
EQUIPMENT WITHOUT READ-
ING THIS MANUAL AND THE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CON-
TAINED THROUGHOUT. And,
most importantly, think before
you act and be careful.
NOTICE
The VRTEX
TM
360 is a vir-
tual reality arc welding
training machine only
and NOT a real arc
welder. When welding
with arc welding equip-
ment, be aware of all
standard safety practices
associated with arc weld-
ing. Some standard
warnings are included in
this manual.
For use with machines having Code Numbers:
AD1332-1 Software Version 1.0.7.7
AD1332-2
• Sales and Service through Subsidiaries and Distributors Worldwide •
Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 U.S.A. TEL: 888.935.3878 FAX: 216.383.8823 WEB SITE: www.VRTEX360.com
• World's Leader in Welding and Cutting Products •
Copyright © Lincoln Global Inc.

Questions and Answers:

Lincoln Vrtex 360 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLincoln
ModelVrtex 360
CategoryWelding System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety and Product Introduction

Safety Depends on You

Emphasizes user responsibility for safety in operation and installation.

General Safety Guidelines

Electric and Magnetic Field Hazards

Warns about potential dangers of EMF fields and their effects on individuals, especially pacemaker users.

Specific Welding Hazard Warnings

Electric Shock Prevention

Details risks of electric shock during welding and necessary precautions.

Arc Ray Protection

Explains the hazards of arc rays and the protective measures required to prevent burns.

Fumes and Gases Safety

Addresses the dangers of welding fumes and gases and the need for proper ventilation.

Fire, Explosion, and Electrical Safety

Welding Sparks and Fire Hazards

Covers precautions to prevent fires and explosions caused by welding sparks.

Compressed Gas Cylinder Safety

Details safety guidelines for handling compressed gas cylinders to prevent explosions.

Installation Technical Data

Technical Specifications Overview

Provides detailed technical specifications including input, dimensions, temperature, and environmental data.

Installation Procedures

Installation Safety Precautions

Emphasizes critical safety steps for qualified personnel during installation.

Location and Environmental Setup

Guides on selecting a suitable indoor location and environmental conditions for the machine.

System Description and Uncrating

Hardware Overview and Uncrating

Lists system components and outlines the initial hardware uncrating process.

Installation: Hardware Uncrating Steps

Detailed Uncrating Procedures

Continues the step-by-step process for uncrating the VRTEXTM 360 machine and its components.

Installation: Stand Assembly

Table and Swing Arm Setup Procedure

Details the procedure for assembling the stand, including the table and swing arm components.

Installation: Monitor and Power Connection

Operation: Navigating the Interface

Operation: Stand and Coupon Positioning

Operation: System Startup Procedure

Powering Up the VRTEX 360 System

Step-by-step guide on how to properly power on the VRTEX 360 system.

Operation: Login and Joint Configuration

Operation: Process and Stand Setup

Stand Set-Up Screen Configuration

Instructs on configuring the physical stand's height, arm, and coupon rotation within the software.

Operation: Environment and Gas Setup

Operation: Welding Parameters

Weld Machine Settings Screen Guide

Details how to input welding parameters like wire feed speed, voltage, and polarity.

Operation: Action Menu and Visual Feedback

Operation: Welding Technique Cues (Part 1)

Operation: Welding Technique Cues (Part 2)

Operation: Advanced Cues and Views

Operation: LASER Evaluation Screen

LASER Screen Overview and Function

Summarizes the LASER screen's function in displaying welding performance and technique evaluation.

LASER Screen Examples

Shows examples of the LASER screen display for good and no-weld conditions.

Operation: Technique Parameter Details

Technique Parameters Explained

Details the tracked welding technique parameters and their graphical representation on the LASER screen.

Operation: Specific Technique Parameters

Operation: Weld Geometry and Defect Indicators

Operation: Weld Pass Details and Analysis

Operation: Weld Pass Review

Operation: Instructor Mode Features

Instructor Mode Overview and Access

Guides on accessing and navigating the instructor mode for system management.

Operation: Usage Tracking and Customization

Tolerance Editor Overview and Purpose

Introduces the tolerance editor for modifying system parameters and curriculum settings.

Operation: Tolerance Configuration

Operation: Tolerance Settings Adjustment

Tolerances Equipment Settings Screen

Details how to modify equipment settings like wire feed speed and voltage.

Operation: Fine-Tuning Tolerances

Tolerances Gas Screen Adjustments

Explains how to modify gas mixture and flow rate settings.

Modifying Overall Tolerance Values

Describes the process of adjusting various tolerance values for parameters.

Operation: Welding Technique Tolerances

Welding Technique Parameters Screen

Details modifying parameters like CTWD, work angle, and travel angle.

Pattern and Aim Screen Tolerances

Covers adjusting pattern types and weld placement (aim) tolerances.

Operation: Whip and Weave Technique Tolerances

Whip and Travel Speed Tolerances

Guides on modifying parameters for whipping technique and travel speed.

Weave Screen Tolerances Setup

Explains how to adjust parameters for weaving technique.

Operation: Default Settings Reference

Maintenance Procedures

Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting: Problem Identification

Troubleshooting: Cause and Solution

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