Lincoln Electric COBRAMATIC IM597 User manual

Cobramatic®
For use with Push-Pull Torches Model K1589, K1590, K1591, K1592
World's Leader in Welding and Cutting Products
IM597
MK 091-0414
November 1999
Rev i
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WIRE FEEDER
Safety Depends on You
Lincoln arc welding equipment is
designed and built with safety in
mind. However, your overall safety
can be increased by proper
installation...and thoughful operation
on your part. DO NOT INSTALL,
OPERATE OR REPAIR THIS
EQUIPMENT WITHOUT READING
THIS MANUAL AND THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED
THROUGHOUT. And, most
importantly, think before you act
and be careful.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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Table of Contents
Section 1 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................... 10
Section 2 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT REQUIRED ................................ 10
Section 3 COOLANT RECOMMENDATIONS .................................... 10
Section 4 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES .............................................. 10
Section 5 INSTALLATION .............................................................. 10
5.1 Location ................................................................................................. 10
5.2 42 VAC Input Power Connections ............................................................. 11
5.3 Posa Start Connection ............................................................................. 11
Section 6 WIRE THREADING PROCEDURE .................................... 11
6.1 Wire Spool Installation ............................................................................ 11
6.2 Threading Procedure ............................................................................... 11
6.3 Pre-Setting Slave Motor Tension ............................................................... 12
Section 7 OPERATION ................................................................... 12
7.1 General .................................................................................................. 12
7.2 Feeder Controls ...................................................................................... 12
7.3 CV/CC Posa Start Operating Procedure .................................................... 13
Section 8 MAINTENANCE............................................................... 14
8.1 Testing the Torch .................................................................................... 14
8.2 Relay K2 Operation ................................................................................. 15
8.3 Testing the Input Power Circuits ............................................................... 15
8.4 Testing the Speed Control ........................................................................ 15
MAIN PC BOARD CONNECTIONS ................................... 16
TROUBLE SHOOTING ..................................................... 17
DRAWINGS .................................................................... 18
K1587-1 Wire Feed Cabinet - Exploded View ............................................. 18
003-2016 Front Panel - Exploded View ...................................................... 20
003-0570 Spindle Brake Assembly - Exploded View .................................... 21
003-1232 Slave Motor Assembly - Exploded View ...................................... 22
Wire Harness for Input Power from Power Source ...................................... 23
Main PC Board Parts Placement................................................................ 24
Front Panel Circuit Board ......................................................................... 26
SCHEMATICS.................................................................. 27
Wiring Schematic .................................................................................... 27
Torch Connections .................................................................................. 28
Block Diagram ........................................................................................ 29
WARRANTY REPAIR STATIONS ..................................... 30

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Section 1 SPECIFICATIONS
Wire Diameter Capacity .................................... .030 - 1/16" ALL Types
Wire Capacity .................................................... 12" Standard
(Insulated or Non-Insulated)
Power Input ....................................................... 42 VAC 50/60 Hz,
............................................................................ 150 Watts Peak (3 amps)
Weight ................................................................ 31 pounds
Shipping Weight ............................................... 36 pounds
For Use with these Lincoln Torches ............... K1589,K1590,K1591,K1592
Section 2 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
C.V. or C.C. Power Source of Sufficient Capacity for Your Needs.
Regulated Gas Supply and Hoses.
Properly Sized Power Leads from Power Source to Wire Feeder and Ground.
Water Source and Hose Capable of Providing a Minimum of 1 qt/min. at 45
p.s.i. when using water cooled torches.
Section 3 COOLANT RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Use a name-brand additive which does not contain reactive sulphur or
chlorine and does not react with copper, brass, or aluminum.
2. Check coolant periodically to remain within limits of the following:
A. Coolant Flow rate - 1 quart/minute at 45 p.s.i.
B. Resistivity - 10K ohms/centimeter
C. Ph Range - 5.5-8.5
D. Particle Size - .005"
Section 4 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Replacement Plastic Guides for Slave Motor
Lincoln MK Products
Inlet Guide S23980-1 753-0062
Outlet Guide with Knob S23980-2 003-0428
Section 5 INSTALLATION
5.1 LOCATION
The cabinet should be placed in a location where it can be protected from
damage. Lead lengths and accessibility must also be considered when
installing the cabinet.