Lincoln Electric handy mig User manual

IM3000
11/2020
REV02
HANDY MIG / HANDY CORE
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ENGLISH
Lincoln Electric Bester Sp. z o.o.
ul. Jana III Sobieskiego 19A, 58-260 Bielawa, Poland
www.lincolnelectric.eu

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12/05
THANKS! For having choosen the QUALITY of the Lincoln Electric products.
Please Examine Package and Equipment for Damage. Claims for material damaged in shipment must be notified
immediately to the dealer.
For future reference record in the table below your equipment identification information. Model Name, Code & Serial
Number can be found on the machine rating plate.
Model Name:
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Code & Serial number:
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Date & Where Purchased:
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ENGLISH INDEX
Technical Specifications...............................................................................................................................................................1
ECO design information ...............................................................................................................................................................2
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ..........................................................................................................................................4
Safety............................................................................................................................................................................................5
Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................7
Installation and Operator Instructions ..........................................................................................................................................7
WEEE .........................................................................................................................................................................................11
Spare Parts.................................................................................................................................................................................11
REACh........................................................................................................................................................................................11
Authorized Service Shops Location...........................................................................................................................................11
Electrical Schematic ...................................................................................................................................................................11
Suggested Accessories..............................................................................................................................................................12

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Technical Specifications
NAME INDEX
HANDY MIG K14000-1
HANDY CORE K14001-1
INPUT
Input Voltage U1Input Power at Rated Cycle Frequency
MIG 230V± 10%
1-phase 2.5 kW @ 20% Duty Cycle 50/60Hz
CORE
RATED OUTPUT
Duty Cycle 40°C
(based on a 10 min. period) Output Current Output Voltage
MIG 20% 70A 17,5 Vdc
CORE 20% 70A 17,5 Vdc
OUTPUT RANGE
Welding Current Range Maximum Open Circuit Voltage
MIG 45A - 80A 29 Vdc
CORE 45A - 80A 29 Vdc
RECOMMENDED INPUT CABLE AND FUSE SIZES
Fuse or Circuit Breaker Size Power Lead
230V
MIG 16 A Superlag 3 Conductor, 1,5mm2
CORE 16 A Superlag 3 Conductor, 1,5mm2
DIMENSION
Weight Height Width Length
MIG 20,9 kg 345 mm 220 mm 455 mm
CORE 20,9 kg 345 mm 220 mm 455 mm
Protection Rating Operating Humidity (t=20°C) Operating Temperature Storage Temperature
IP23 ≤90 % from -10 ºC to +40 ºC from -25 ºC to +55 ºC

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ECO design information
The equipment has been designed in order to be compliant with the Directive 2009/125/EC and the Regulation
2019/1784/EU.
Efficiency and idle power consumption:
Index Name Efficiency when max power consumption
/ Idle power consumption Equivalent model
K14000-1 HANDY MIG 50,4 % / 26W No equivalent model
Idle state occurs under the condition specified in below table
IDLE STATE
Condition Presence
MIG mode
TIG mode
STICK mode
After 30 minutes of non-working X
Fan off
The value of efficiency and consumption in idle state have been measured by method and conditions defined in the product
standard EN 60974-1:20XX.
Manufacturer’s name, product name, code number, product number, serial number and date of production can be read from
rating plate.
XXXXXXXXXX
Code: XXXXX XXXXXX-X
S/N: P1YYMMXXXXX
12
34
5
P1 YY MM XXXXX
5A5A 5B 5D5C
XXXXXXX
Where:
1- Manufacturer name and address
2- Product name
3- Code number
4- Product number
5- Serial number
5A- country of production
5B- year of production
5C- month of production
5D- progressive number different for each machine

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Typical gas usage for MIG/MAG equipment:
Material type
Wire
diameter
[mm]
DC electrode positive Wire Feeding
[m/min] Shielding Gas Gas flow [l/min]
Current
[A]
Voltage
[V]
Carbon, low
alloy steel 0,9 ÷ 1,1 95 ÷ 200 18 ÷ 22 3,5 – 6,5 Ar 75%, CO225% 12
Aluminium 0,8 ÷ 1,6 90 ÷ 240 18 ÷ 26 5,5 – 9,5 Argon 14 ÷ 19
Austenic
stainless steel 0,8 ÷ 1,6 85 ÷ 300 21 ÷ 28 3 - 7 Ar 98%, O22% / He 90%, Ar 7,5% CO22,5% 14 ÷ 16
Copper alloy 0,9 ÷ 1,6 175 ÷ 385 23 ÷ 26 6 - 11 Argon 12 ÷ 16
Magnesium 1,6 ÷ 2,4 70 ÷ 335 16 ÷ 26 4 - 15 Argon 24 ÷ 28
Tig Process:
In TIG welding process, gas usage depends on cross-sectional area of the nozzle. For comonnly used torches:
Helium: 14-24 l/min
Argon: 7-16 l/min
Notice: Excessive flow rates causes turbulence in the gas stream which may aspirate atmospheric contamination into the
welding pool.
Notice: A cross wind or draft moving can disrupt the shielding gas coverage, in the interest of saving of protective gas use
screen to block air flow.
End of life
At end of life of product, it has to be disposal for recycling in accordance with Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE), information
about the dismantling of product and Critical Raw Material (CRM) present in the product, can be found at
https://www.lincolnelectric.com/en-gb/support/Pages/operator-manuals-eu.aspx

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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
11/04
This machine has been designed in accordance with all relevant directives and standards. However, it may still generate
electromagnetic disturbances that can affect other systems like telecommunications (telephone, radio, and television) or
other safety systems. These disturbances can cause safety problems in the affected systems. Read and understand this
section to eliminate or reduce the amount of electromagnetic disturbance generated by this machine.
This machine has been designed to operate in an industrial area. To operate in a domestic area it is necessary
to observe particular precautions to eliminate possible electromagnetic disturbances. The operator must install
and operate this equipment as described in this manual. If any electromagnetic disturbances are detected the
operator must put in place corrective actions to eliminate these disturbances with, if necessary, assistance from
Lincoln Electric.
Before installing the machine, the operator must check the work area for any devices that may malfunction because of
electromagnetic disturbances. Consider the following.
Input and output cables, control cables, and telephone cables that are in or adjacent to the work area and the machine.
Radio and/or television transmitters and receivers. Computers or computer controlled equipment.
Safety and control equipment for industrial processes. Equipment for calibration and measurement.
Personal medical devices like pacemakers and hearing aids.
Check the electromagnetic immunity for equipment operating in or near the work area. The operator must be sure that
all equipment in the area is compatible. This may require additional protection measures.
The dimensions of the work area to consider will depend on the construction of the area and other activities that are
taking place.
Consider the following guidelines to reduce electromagnetic emissions from the machine.
Connect the machine to the input supply according to this manual. If disturbances occur if may be necessary to take
additional precautions such as filtering the input supply.
The output cables should be kept as short as possible and should be positioned together. If possible connect the work
piece to ground in order to reduce the electromagnetic emissions. The operator must check that connecting the work
piece to ground does not cause problems or unsafe operating conditions for personnel and equipment.
Shielding of cables in the work area can reduce electromagnetic emissions. This may be necessary for special
applications.
WARNING
The Class A equipment is not intended for use in residential locations where the electrical power is provided by the public
low-voltage supply system. There can be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in those locations,
due to conducted as well as radio-frequency disturbances.

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Safety
01/11
WARNING
This equipment have to be used by qualified personnel. Be sure that all installation, operation, maintenance and repair
procedures are performed only by qualified person. Read and understand this manual before operating this equipment.
Failure to follow the instructions in this manual could cause serious personal injury, loss of life, or equipment damage. Read
and understand the following explanations of the warning symbols. Lincoln Electric is not responsible for damages caused
by improper installation, improper care or abnormal operation.
WARNING: This symbol indicates that instructions must be followed to avoid serious personal injury, loss
of life, or equipment damage. Protect yourself and others from possible serious injury or death.
READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTIONS: Read and understand this manual before operating this
equipment. Arc welding can be hazardous. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual could cause
serious personal injury, loss of life, or equipment damage.
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL: Welding equipment generates high voltages. Do not touch the electrode,
work clamp, or connected work pieces when this equipment is turned on. Insulate yourself from the
electrode, work clamp, and connected work pieces.
ELECTRICALLY POWERED EQUIPMENT: Turn off the input power using the disconnect switch at the
fuse box before working on this equipment. Ground this equipment in accordance with local electrical
regulations.
ELECTRICALLY POWERED EQUIPMENT: Regularly inspect the input, electrode, and work clamp
cables. If any insulation damage exists replace the cable immediately. Do not place the electrode holder
directly on the welding table or any other surface in contact with the work clamp to avoid the risk of
accidental arc ignition.
ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELD MAY BE DANGEROUS: Electric current flowing through any conductor
creates electromagnetic field (EMF). EMF fields may interfere with some pacemakers, and welders having
a pacemaker shall consult their physician before operating this equipment.
CE COMPLIANCE: This equipment complies with the European Community Directives.
ARTIFICIAL OPTICAL RADIATION: According with the requirements in 2006/25/EC Directive and
EN 12198 Standard, the equipment is a category 2. It makes mandatory the adoption of Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) having filter with a protection degree up to a maximum of 15, as required by
EN169 Standard.
FUMES AND GASES CAN BE DANGEROUS: Welding may produce fumes and gases hazardous to
health. Avoid breathing these fumes and gases. To avoid these dangers the operator must use enough
ventilation or exhaust to keep fumes and gases away from the breathing zone.
ARC RAYS CAN BURN: 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. To protect the skin, use suitable clothing made
of durable, fireproof material. Protect other nearby personnel with suitable, non-flammable screening and
warn them not to watch the arc nor expose themselves to the arc.

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WELDING SPARKS CAN CAUSE FIRE OR EXPLOSION: Remove fire hazards from the welding area
and have a fire extinguisher easily accessible. Welding sparks and hot materials from the welding process
can easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas. Do not weld on any tanks, drums,
containers, or material until the proper steps have been taken to insure that no flammable or toxic vapors
will be present. Never use this equipment when flammable gases, vapors or flammable liquids are
present.
WELDED MATERIALS CAN BURN: Welding generates a large amount of heat. Hot surfaces and
materials in work area can cause serious burns. Use gloves and pliers when touching or moving
materials in the work area.
CYLINDER MAY EXPLODE IF DAMAGED: Use only certificate, compressed gas cylinders containing
the correct shielding gas for the process used and properly operating regulators designed for the gas and
pressure used. Always keep cylinders in an upright position securely chained to a fixed support. Do not
move or transport gas cylinders with the protection cap removed. Do not allow the electrode, electrode
holder, work clamp or any other electrically live part to touch a gas cylinder. Gas cylinders must be
located away from areas where they may be subjected to physical damage or the welding process
including sparks and heat sources.
MOVING PARTS ARE DANGEROUS: There are moving mechanical parts in this machine, which can
cause serious injury. Keep your hands, body and clothing away from those parts during machine starting,
operating and servicing.
SAFETY MARK: This equipment is suitable for supplying power for welding operations carried out in an
environment with increased risk of electric shock.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes and/or improvements in design without upgrade at the same time the
operator’s manual.

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Introduction
The machine is a semiautomatic constant voltage DC arc
welder. The machine uses a single phase constant
voltage transformer, solid state rectifier and a DC
permanent magnet motor for feeding and welding solid
steel electrode and flux-cored electrode (for HANDY MIG)
and only flux-cored electrode (for HANDY CORE).
This machine is ideally suited for individuals having
access to 230 volt AC input power and wanting the ease
of use, quality and dependability of both metal inert gas
(MIG) welding and the Innershield electrode process (self-
shielded flux-cored welding). The machine will handle
reels of wire up to 1 Kg.
Installation and Operator Instructions
Read this entire section before installation or operation of
the machine.
Location and Environment
This machine will operate in harsh environments.
However, it is important that simple preventative
measures are followed to assure long life and reliable
operation.
Do not place or operate this machine on a surface with
an incline greater than 15° from horizontal.
Do not use this machine for pipe thawing.
This machine must be located where there is free
circulation of clean air without restrictions for air
movement to and from the air vents. Do not cover the
machine with paper, cloth or rags when switched on.
Dirt and dust that can be drawn into the machine
should be kept to a minimum.
This machine has a protection rating of IP21. Keep it
dry when possible and do not place it on wet ground
or in puddles.
Locate the machine away from radio controlled
machinery. Normal operation may adversely affect
the operation of nearby radio controlled machinery,
which may result in injury or equipment damage.
Read the section on electromagnetic compatibility in
this manual.
Do not operate in areas with an ambient temperature
greater than 40°C.
Duty cycle and Overheating
The duty cycle of a welding machine is the percentage of
time in a 10 minute cycle at which the welder can operate
the machine at rated welding current.
Example: 60% duty cycle:
Welding for 6 minutes Break for 4 minutes
Excessive extension of the duty cycle will cause the
thermal protection circuit to activate.
The machine is protected from overheating by a
temperature sensor.
Minutes or decrease
duty cycle
Input Supply Connection
WARNING
Only a qualified electrician can connect the welding
machine to the supply network. Installation the outlet plug
to power lead and connecting the welding machine had to
be made in accordance with the appropriate National
Electrical Code and local regulations.
Check the input voltage, phase, and frequency supplied to
this machine before turning it on. The allowable input
voltage is indicated in the technical specification section of
this manual and on the rating plate of the machine. Verify
the connection of grounding wires from the machine to the
input source.
Make sure the amount of power available from the input
connection is adequate for normal operation of the
machine. The necessary fuse and cable sizes are
indicated in the technical specification section of this
manual.

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Controls and Operational Features
1. Thermal Protection Indicator: The machine has a
rated output duty cycle of 20%. If the duty cycle is
exceeded, thermal protector will shut off the output
until the machine cools to a normal operating
temperature. This is an automatic function of the
machine and does not require user intervention.
2. Wire Speed Control
3. Power ON/OFF Switch: When the power is ON the
welding output and wire feeder are ON (“hot”)when the
gun trigger is pressed.
4. Low / High Heat Range Switch: A rocker switch control
that gives low or high coarse range adjustment of the
power source output voltage.
5. 1 - 2 Fine Heat Adjustment Switch: Allows fine
adjustment of the voltage within the selected Low or
High output range.
Changing Polarity (only for Handy MIG)
1. For Negative Polarity welding (DC-): Refer to below
Figure. As delivered, the machine is wired for
Negative polarity with the gun cable connected to the
Negative (-) output terminal. This is the typical
configuration for Flux Cored Welding (FCAW). To
complete the installation, connect the work cable’s
terminal lug to the Positive (+) output terminal. Make
sure that both thumbscrews are tigh.
2. For Positive Polarity (DC+): Refer to below Figure. To
wire for Positive polarity, connect the gun cable to the
Positive (+) output terminal and the work cable to the
Negative (-) terminal. This is the typical configuration
for the Metal Inert Gas (MIG) process. Make sure that
both thumbscrews are tight.
MIG Welding
Table below shows the recommended material/gas
combinations for MIG welding with solid electrodes.
Material Gas
Carbon Steel CO2or Argon / CO2
Low Alloy Steel CO2or Argon / CO2
Flux-cored (Innershield) Welding
The recommended electrode for the flux-cored, selfshield
process is 0.9 mm diameter Lincoln Innershield NR-211-
MP on 0.45 kg spools.
Shielding Gas Connection (only for
Handy MIG)
When using the MIG process, you will need a cylinder of
carbon dioxide (CO2) or argon-carbon dioxide mixed
shielding gas. The regulator should be installed on the gas
cylinder. An adapter and plastic washer are needed for
using 100% CO2 gas.
1. Open the cylinder valve slowly a fraction of a turn.
When the cylinder pressure gauge pointer stops
moving, open the valve fully.
2. Keep the cylinder valve closed, except when welding.
When finished welding:
Close the cylinder valve to stop gas flow.
Depress the gun trigger briefly to release the
pressure in the gas hose.
Turn off the machine.