Lincoln Electric POWER WAVE IM845-A User manual

POWER WAVE 355M
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
For use with machines Code 11141,11489
IM845-A
October, 2007
Safety Depends on You
Lincoln arc welding and cutting
equipment is designed and built
with safety in mind. However, your
overall safety can be increased by
proper installation ... and thought-
ful 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.
WARNING
WARNING AVISO DE
PRECAUCION
ATTENTION
!!
!!
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WARNING
REMOTE POWER
OFF
ON
POWER WAVE 355
• Sales and Service through Subsidiaries and Distributors Worldwide •
Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 U.S.A. TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone] WEB SITE: www.lincolnelectric.com
• World's Leader in Welding and Cutting Products •
Copyright © 2007 Lincoln Global Inc.

FOR ENGINE
powered equipment.
1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenance
work unless the maintenance work requires it to be running.
____________________________________________________
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
welding arc or when the engine is running.
Stop the engine and allow it to cool before
refueling to prevent spilled fuel from vaporiz-
ing 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.
____________________________________________________
1.d. Keep all equipment safety guards, covers and devices in
position 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.
____________________________________________________
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.
___________________________________________________
1.f. Do not put your hands near the engine fan.
Do not attempt to override the governor or
idler by pushing on the throttle control rods
while the engine is running.
___________________________________________________
1.g. To prevent accidentally starting gasoline engines while
turning the engine or welding generator during maintenance
work, disconnect the spark plug wires, distributor cap or
magneto wire as appropriate.
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SAFETY
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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
purchase 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 Electric Company, 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199.
BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE
PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.
WARNING
Mar ʻ95
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 can-
cer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, 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 below Threshold Limit Values (TLV)
using local exhaust or mechanical ventilation. In
confined spaces or in some circumstances, outdoors, 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 spe-
cific 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
to
form phosgene, a highly toxic gas, and other irritating prod-
ucts.
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 manufacturerʼs instructions for this
equipment and the consumables to be used, including the
material safety data sheet (MSDS) and follow your
employerʼs 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 manufacturerʼs
recommendations.
8.c. Ground the equipment in accordance with the U.S. National
Electrical Code and the manufacturerʼs 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.
Jan, 07
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 cir-
cuits. 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
During 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.

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Mar. ʻ93
PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ
Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions
et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce
manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suiv-
antes:
Sûreté Pour Soudage A LʼArc
1. Protegez-vous contre la secousse électrique:
a. Les circuits à lʼélectrode et à la piéce sont sous tension
quand la machine à souder est en marche. Eviter toujours
tout contact entre les parties sous tension et la peau nue
ou les vétements mouillés. Porter des gants secs et sans
trous pour isoler les mains.
b. Faire trés attention de bien sʼisoler de la masse quand on
soude dans des endroits humides, ou sur un plancher
metallique ou des grilles metalliques, principalement dans
les positions assis ou couché pour lesquelles une grande
partie du corps peut être en contact avec la masse.
c. Maintenir le porte-électrode, la pince de masse, le câble
de soudage et la machine à souder en bon et sûr état
defonctionnement.
d.Ne jamais plonger le porte-électrode dans lʼeau pour le
refroidir.
e. Ne jamais toucher simultanément les parties sous tension
des porte-électrodes connectés à deux machines à souder
parce que la tension entre les deux pinces peut être le
total de la tension à vide des deux machines.
f. Si on utilise la machine à souder comme une source de
courant pour soudage semi-automatique, ces precautions
pour le porte-électrode sʼapplicuent aussi au pistolet de
soudage.
2. Dans le cas de travail au dessus du niveau du sol, se protéger
contre les chutes dans le cas ou on recoit un choc. Ne jamais
enrouler le câble-électrode autour de nʼimporte quelle partie
du corps.
3. Un coup dʼarc peut être plus sévère quʼun coup de soliel,
donc:
a. Utiliser un bon masque avec un verre filtrant approprié
ainsi quʼun verre blanc afin de se protéger les yeux du ray-
onnement de lʼarc et des projections quand on soude ou
quand on regarde lʼarc.
b. Porter des vêtements convenables afin de protéger la
peau de soudeur et des aides contre le rayonnement de
lʻarc.
c. Protéger lʼautre personnel travaillant à proximité au
soudage à lʼaide dʼécrans appropriés et non-inflammables.
4. Des gouttes de laitier en fusion sont émises de lʼarc de
soudage. Se protéger avec des vêtements de protection libres
de lʼhuile, tels que les gants en cuir, chemise épaisse, pan-
talons sans revers, et chaussures montantes.
5. Toujours porter des lunettes de sécurité dans la zone de
soudage. Utiliser des lunettes avec écrans lateraux dans les
zones où lʼon pique le laitier.
6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de
prévenir tout risque dʼincendie dû aux étincelles.
7. Quand on ne soude pas, poser la pince à une endroit isolé de
la masse. Un court-circuit accidental peut provoquer un
échauffement et un risque dʼincendie.
8. Sʼassurer que la masse est connectée le plus prés possible
de la zone de travail quʼil est pratique de le faire. Si on place
la masse sur la charpente de la construction ou dʼautres
endroits éloignés de la zone de travail, on augmente le risque
de voir passer le courant de soudage par les chaines de lev-
age, câbles de grue, ou autres circuits. Cela peut provoquer
des risques dʼincendie ou dʼechauffement des chaines et des
câbles jusquʼà ce quʼils se rompent.
9. Assurer une ventilation suffisante dans la zone de soudage.
Ceci est particuliérement important pour le soudage de tôles
galvanisées plombées, ou cadmiées ou tout autre métal qui
produit des fumeés toxiques.
10. Ne pas souder en présence de vapeurs de chlore provenant
dʼopérations de dégraissage, nettoyage ou pistolage. La
chaleur ou les rayons de lʼarc peuvent réagir avec les vapeurs
du solvant pour produire du phosgéne (gas fortement toxique)
ou autres produits irritants.
11. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements sur la sûreté,
voir le code “Code for safety in welding and cutting” CSA
Standard W 117.2-1974.
PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ POUR
LES MACHINES À SOUDER À
TRANSFORMATEUR ET À
REDRESSEUR
1. Relier à la terre le chassis du poste conformement au code de
lʼélectricité et aux recommendations du fabricant. Le dispositif
de montage ou la piece à souder doit être branché à une
bonne mise à la terre.
2. Autant que possible, Iʼinstallation et lʼentretien du poste seront
effectués par un électricien qualifié.
3. Avant de faires des travaux à lʼinterieur de poste, la debranch-
er à lʼinterrupteur à la boite de fusibles.
4. Garder tous les couvercles et dispositifs de sûreté à leur
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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.
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of, and remains the sole responsibility of the customer. Many variables beyond the control of Lincoln Electric affect the results obtained in
applying these types of fabrication methods and service requirements.
Subject to Change – This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing. Please refer to www.lincolnelectric.com
for any updated information.

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vi TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Installation .......................................................................................................Section A
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................A-1
Safety Precautions.................................................................................................A-2
Select Suitable Location ........................................................................................A-2
Stacking ..........................................................................................................A-2
Tilting...............................................................................................................A-2
Input and Grounding Connections ..................................................................A-2
Power Cord Connection ..................................................................................A-2
Undercarriage Mountings................................................................................A-2
Output Cables, Connections and Limitations.........................................................A-3
Negative Electrode Polarity ...................................................................................A-3
Voltage Sensing ................................................................................................... A-4
Power Wave to Semi-automatic Power Feed Wire Feeder Interconnections........A-5
System Description................................................................................................A-5
System Set-Up...............................................................................................A-6, A-7
Welding with Multiple Power Waves......................................................................A-8
Control Cable Specifications..................................................................................A-8
Multiple Arc Unsynchronized sense and work leads .............................................A-9
I / O Receptacle Specifications............................................................................A-10
Dip Switch Settings and Locations...............................................................A-10
Control Board Dip Switch ..............................................................................A-10
________________________________________________________________________
Operation .........................................................................................................Section B
Safety Precautions.................................................................................................B-1
General Description...............................................................................................B-1
Recommended Processes and Equipment ...........................................................B-1
Recommended Processes ..............................................................................B-1
Required Equipment .......................................................................................B-2
Limitations .......................................................................................................B-2
Duty Cycle and Time Period ...........................................................................B-2
Case Front Controls ........................................................................................B-2
Nominal Procedures........................................................................................B-3
Fringe Procedures...........................................................................................B-3
Making a Weld ................................................................................................B-3
Welding Adjustment ........................................................................................B-3
Constant Voltage Welding...............................................................................B-4
Pulse Welding .................................................................................................B-5
TIG GTAW, SMAW, and Arc Gouging ............................................................B-6
Power Mode and Recommended Welding Procedures ..................................B-7
________________________________________________________________________
Accessories.....................................................................................................Section C
Optional Equipment...............................................................................................C-1
Factory Installed..............................................................................................C-1
Field Installed..................................................................................................C-1
Compatible Lincoln Equipment
________________________________________________________________________
Maintenance ....................................................................................................Section D
Safety Precautions ................................................................................................D-1
Capacitor Discharge Procedure ............................................................................D-1
Routine Maintenance.............................................................................................D-1
Periodic Maintenance............................................................................................D-1
Calibration Specification........................................................................................D-1
________________________________________________________________________
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................Section E
How to use Troubleshooting Guide .......................................................................E-1
Using the Status LED to Troubleshoot System Problems .....................................E-2
Troubleshooting Guide.............................................................................E-3 thru E-7
________________________________________________________________________
Wiring Diagram ............................................................................................Section F-1
Connection Diagram ....................................................................................Section F-2
Dimension Print............................................................................................Section F-3
________________________________________________________________________
Parts Lists...............................................................................................................P-418
________________________________________________________________________

A-1
INSTALLATION
POWER WAVE 355M
A-1
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - POWER WAVE 355M
INPUT AC VOLTAGE & DC OUTPUT
Product Ordering Input AC Rated DC Output Output Weight Dimensions
Name Information Voltage Amps/Volts/Duty Cycle Range with Cord HxWxD
(continuous)
200 350A / 34V / 60% 14.8” x 13.3” x
POWER K2368-1 208-230/ 27.8”*
WAVE 380-400/ AMPS (81.5 lbs.) (373 x 338 x
355M 415-460/ 5-425
(37.0 kg.)
706*)mm
575 300A / 32V /100%
1& 3 Phase * Includes Handles
50/60 Hz
* Overall Length Including Handle, 21.6” (549mm) without handle.
Insulation Class 180 (H)
Voltage
200
208
230
380
400
415
460
575
200
208
230
380
400
415
460
575
Phases
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
300Amps @
32Volts(100%)
Not
Recommended
76
69
Not
Recommended
Not
Recommended
41
36
31
41
39
36
23
22
22
19
16
350Amps @
34Volts(60%)
Not
Recommended
94
85
Not
Recommended
Not
Recommended
64
42
37
50
50
42
28
27
26
23
18
Line Cord
AWG
2
4
---
6
8
8
6
6
8
8
8
8
8
8
Fuse size
---
125A
125A
---
---
80A
70A
50A
80A
80A
70A
40A
40A
40A
40A
30A
POWER WAVE 355M INPUT CURRENT
OUTPUT CABLES, CONNECTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
Recommended Fuse Sizes Base On The U.S. National Electrical Code And Maximum Machine Outputs
Input 50/60 Hz Output Recommended
Note 1. Not rated is indicated by 4-xʼs in the box on the rating plate.
Note 2. When operating on these inputs, the line cord should be changed to an input conductor of 6 AWG or larger.
Select The output cable size based upon the following chart.*
Cable sizes for Combined Length of Electrode and Work Cable (Copper) 75°C rated:
DUTY CYCLE
100%
60%
CURRENT
300
350
LENGTH UP 200FT. (61m)
2/0
2/0
200-250 FT. (61-76m)
2/0
2/0
Notes
Note 1
Note 2
Note 2
Note 1
Note 1
Note 2
Note 2
Note 2
*Lincoln Electric recommends using a minimum of 2/0 welding cable for pulse welding.

A-2
INSTALLATION
POWER WAVE 355M
A-2
SELECT SUITABLE LOCATION
The Invertec POWER WAVE 355M will operate in
harsh environments. Even so, it is important that sim-
ple preventative measures are followed in order to
assure long life and reliable operation.
• The machine must be located where there is free cir-
culation of clean air such that air movement in the
back, out the sides and bottom will not be restricted.
• Dirt and dust that can be drawn into the machine
should be kept to a minimum. Failure to observe
these precautions can result in excessive operating
temperatures and nuisance shutdown.
• Keep machine dry. Shelter from rain and snow. Do
not place on wet ground or in puddles.
• DO NOT MOUNT OVER COMBUSTIBLE SURFACES.
Where there is a combustible surface
directly under stationary or fixed elec-
trical equipment, that surface shall be
covered with a steel plate at least
.06”(1.6mm) thick, which shall extend
not less than 5.90”(150mm) beyond the equipment
on all sides.
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STACKING
POWER WAVE 355M cannot be stacked.
TILTING
Place the machine directly on a secure, level surface
or on a recommended undercarriage. The machine
may topple over if this procedure is not followed.
INPUT AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS
• Only a qualified electrician should connect the
Invertec POWER WAVE 355M. Installation should
be made in accordance with the appropriate
National Electrical Code, all local codes and the
information detailed below.
• When received directly from the factory, multiple
voltage machines are internally connected for
460VAC. If 460VAC is the desired input, then the
machine may be connected to the power system
without any setup required inside the machine.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• TURN THE INPUT POWER OFF AT
THE DISCONNECT SWITCH BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO CONNECT OR DIS-
CONNECT INPUT POWER LINES,
OUTPUT CABLES, OR CONTROL CABLES.
• Only qualified personnel should perform this
installation.
• Connect the green or green/yellow lead of the
power cord to ground per U.S.National
Electrical Code.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
WARNING
• Initial 200VAC - 415VAC and 575VAC operation
will require an Input voltage panel setup.
• Open the access panel on the rear of the machine.
• For 200 or 230: Position the large switch to 200-
230.
• For higher voltages: Position the large switch to
380-575.
• Move the "A" lead to the appropriate terminal.
POWER CORD CONNECTION
A 10 ft.(3.5m) power cord is provided and wired into
the machine. Follow the power cord connection
instructions.
• Incorrect connection may result in equipment
damage.
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Single Phase Input
Connect green or green/yellow lead to ground per
National Electrical Code.
Connect black and white leads to power.
Wrap red lead with tape to provide 600V insulation.
Three Phase Input
Connect green or green/yellow lead to ground per
National Electric Code.
Connect black, red and white leads to power.
UNDERCARRIAGE MOUNTINGS
WARNING
WARNING AVISODE
PRECAUCION
ATTENTION
!!
!!
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WARNING
REMOTE POWER
OFF
ON
P O W E R WA V E 35 5
GREEN OR
GREEN/YELLOW
RED
BLACK
WHITE
5.50
10.00
MOUNTING HOLE LOCATIONS
M19527
1/4-20 NUT (4 PLACES)
NOTE: MOUNTING SCREWS CA
10/01
N NOT PROTRUDE MORE THAN
0.5 INCHES INSIDE THE MACHINE.
11.84
3.50
CAUTION
CAUTION

Output connections on some Power Waves are made
via 1/2-13 threaded output studs located beneath the
spring loaded output cover at the bottom of the case
front.
Most welding applications run with the electrode being
positive (+). For those applications, connect the elec-
trode cable between the wire feeder and the positive
(+) output Twist-Mate terminal on the power source.
Connect the other end of the electrode cable to the
wire drive feed plate. The electrode cable lug must be
against the feed plate. Be sure the connection to the
feed plate makes tight metal-to-metal electrical con-
tact. The electrode cable should be sized according to
the specifications given in the output cable connec-
tions section. Connect a work lead from the negative
(-) power source output Twist-Mate terminal to the
work piece. The work piece connection must be firm
and secure, especially if pulse welding is planned.
For additional Safety information regarding the elec-
trode and work cable set-up, See the standard "SAFE-
TY INFORMATION" located in the front of the
Instruction Manuals.
Excessive voltage drops caused by poor work
piece connections often result in unsatisfactory
welding performance.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
NEGATIVE ELECTRODE POLARITY
When negative electrode polarity is required, such as
in some Innershield applications, reverse the output
connections at the power source (electrode cable to
the negative (-) Twist-Mate terminal, and work cable
to the positive (+) Twist-Mate terminal.
When operating with negative electrode polarity the
"Electrode Sense Polarity" DIP switch must be set to
the "Negative" position on the Wire Drive Feed Head
PC Board. The default setting of the switch is positive
electrode polarity. Consult the Power Feed instruction
manual for further details.
A-3
INSTALLATION
POWER WAVE 355M
A-3
OUTPUT CABLES, CONNECTIONS AND
LIMITATIONS
Connect a work lead of sufficient size and length (per
table A.1) between the proper output terminal on the
power source and the work. Be sure the connection to
the work makes tight metal-to-metal electrical contact.
To avoid interference problems with other equipment
and to achieve the best possible operation, route all
cables directly to the work or wire feeder. Avoid
excessive lengths and do not coil excess cable.
When using an inverter type power source like the
Power Waves, use the largest welding (electrode
and work) cables that are practical. At least 2/0
copper wire - even if the average output current
would not normally require it. When pulsing, the
pulse current can reach very high levels. Voltage
drops can become excessive, leading to poor
welding characteristics, if undersized welding
cables are used.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
CABLE INDUCTANCE, AND ITS EFFECTS
ON PULSE WELDING
For Pulse Welding processes, cable inductance will
cause the welding performance to degrade. For the
total welding loop length less than 50 ft.(15.24m), tradi-
tional welding cables may be used without any effects
on welding performance. For the total welding loop
length greater than 50 ft.(15.24m)), the K1796 Coaxial
Welding Cables are recommended. The welding loop
length is defined as the total of electrode cable length
(A) + work cable length (B) + work length (C) (See
Figure A.3).
For long work piece lengths, a sliding ground should
be considered to keep the total welding loop length
less than 50 ft.(15.24m). (See Figure A.4.)
B
A
C
FIGURE A.3
POWER
WAVE
WORK
A
C
B
POWER
WAVE
FIGURE A.4
K1796 COAXIAL CABLE
MEASURE FROM END
OF OUTER JACKET OF
CABLE
C
A
B
WORK
SLIDING WORK

A-4
INSTALLATION
POWER WAVE 355M
A-4
VOLTAGE SENSING
The best arc performance occurs when the Power
Waves have accurate data about the arc conditions.
Depending upon the process, inductance within the
electrode and work lead cables can influence the
apparent voltage at the studs of the welder. Voltage
sense leads improve the accuracy of the arc condi-
tions and can have a dramatic effect on performance.
Sense Lead Kits (K940-10, -25 or -50) are available
for this purpose.
If the voltage sensing is enabled but the sense
leads are missing, improperly connected, or if the
electrode polarity switch is improperly configured,
extremely high welding outputs may occur.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
The ELECTRODE sense lead (67) is built into the
control cable, and is automatically enabled for all
semi-automatic processes. The WORK sense lead
(21) connects to the Power Wave at the four pin con-
nector. By default the WORK voltage is monitored at
the output stud in the POWER WAVE 355M. For more
information on the WORK sense lead (21), see "Work
Voltage Sensing” in the following paragraph.
Enable the voltage sense leads as follows:
TABLE A.1
Process Electrode Voltage Work Voltage
Sensing 67 lead * Sensing 21 lead
GMAW 67 lead required 21 lead optional
GMAW-P 67 lead required 21 lead optional
FCAW 67 lead required 21 lead optional
GTAW Voltage sense at studs Voltage sense at studs
SMAW Voltage sense at studs Voltage sense at studs
SAW 67 lead required 21 lead optional
CAC-C Voltage sense at studs Voltage sense at studs
* The electrode voltage 67 sense lead is integral to
the control cable to the wire feeder.
Work Voltage Sensing
The standard POWER WAVE 355Mʼs default to the
work stud (work sense lead disabled).
For processes requiring work voltage sensing, con-
nect the (21) work voltage sense lead (K940) from the
Power Wave work sense lead receptacle to the work
piece. Attach the sense lead to the work piece as
close to the weld as practical, but not in the return cur-
rent path of the electrode to the ground clamp. Enable
the work voltage sensing in the Power Wave. (See
Dip Switch Settings and Locations in Installation
Section of this manual.)
ELECTRODE VOLTAGE SENSING
Enabling or disabling electrode voltage sensing is
automatically configured through software. The 67
electrode sense lead is internal to the cable to the
wire feeder and always connected when a wire feeder
is present.
Important: The electrode polarity must be config-
ured at the feed head for all semi-automatic
processes. Failure to do so may result in extreme-
ly high welding outputs.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

POWER WAVE TO SEMI-AUTOMATIC
POWER FEED WIRE FEEDER INTERCON-
NECTIONS
The POWER WAVE 355M and semi-automatic Power
Feed family communicate via a 5 conductor control
cable (K1543). The control cable consists of two
power leads, one twisted pair for digital communica-
tion, and one lead for voltage sensing. The cables are
designed to be connected end to end for ease of
extension. The output receptacle on the POWER
WAVE 355M is on the case front. The input receptacle
on the Power Feed is typically located at the back of
the feeder, or on the bottom of the user interface.
Due to the flexibility of the platform the configuration
may vary. The following is a general description of the
system. For specific configuration information, consult
the semi-automatic Power Feed instruction manual.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The POWER WAVE 355M and Power Feed M family of
products utilize a digital communication system called
ArcLink. Simply put, ArcLink allows large amounts of
information to be passed at very high speeds between
components (nodes) in the system. The system requires
only two wires for communication, and because of its
bus-like structure, the components may be connected to
the network in any order, thus simplifying the system set-
up.
Each "system" must contain only one power source.
The number of wire feeders is determined by the type
of wire feeder. Refer to the wire feeder instruction
manual for details
A-5
INSTALLATION
POWER WAVE 355M
A-5

A-6
INSTALLATION
A-6
POWER WAVE 355M
CONFIGURING THE SYSTEM
The power source will “Auto Map” the system eliminat-
ing most of the need to set DIP switches to configure
the system.
If a system can not be “Auto Mapped” then the status
light on the power source will blink green fast and the
welder output will be disabled.
If a system is not “Auto-mappable”, then consult the
instruction manual for the accessory being used for
configuration information about DIP switch settings, or
consult your local Lincoln sales representative.
POWER WAVE
355M
ROBOT
PLC CONTROLLER
ANALOG INTERFACE
etc.
POWER WAVE 355M
POWER WAVE
355M
POWER WAVE
355M
FEED HEAD
FEED HEAD 1
CONTROL BOX
SINGLE HEAD FEEDER DUAL HEAD FEEDER
SINGLE HEAD BOOM FEEDER
PF-10R
SINGLE HEAD BOOM FEEDER
UP TO 4 WIRE FEEDERS
ALLOWED
UP TO 4 FEED HEADS
ALLOWED
WIRE
DRIVE
MODULE

A-7
INSTALLATION
POWER WAVE 355M
A-7
In this case the individual feed heads need to be assigned to the dual head control and the POWER WAVE
355M auto mapping disabled and the Equipment Groups set on (See Figure A-8). (See the Feeder documenta-
tion for information on setting the feeder DIP switches)
System that is NOT "Auto Mappable"
POWER WAVE 355M
POWER WAVE 355M
POWER WAVE
355M
DUAL HEAD
DUAL HEAD
ALTERNATE HARD AUTOMATIC APPLICATION
(using a User Interface, Wire Drive Module, and POWER FEED-10R)
COMBINATION HARD AUTOMATION APPLICATION
(w/ Semi-Auto Feeder, Wire Drive Module, and POWER FEED-10R)
DUAL HEAD BOOM FEEDER
(using two single heads)
PF-10R
FH-1 FH-2
PF-10R
WIRE
DRIVE
MODULE
(FH1)
WIRE
DRIVE
MODULE
(FH1)

A-8
INSTALLATION
POWER WAVE 355M
A-8
Connect All Work
Sense Leads at the End
of the Joint
Connect All Welding
Work Leads at the
Beginning of the Joint
Travel
Direction
POWER WAVE 355M
POWER WAVE 355M TWO POWER WAVES
FIGURE A.6
CONTROL CABLE SPECIFICATIONS
It is recommended that genuine Lincoln control cables
be used at all times. Lincoln cables are specifically
designed for the communication and power needs of
the Power Wave / Power Feed system.
The use of non-standard cables, especially in
lengths greater than 25 feet(7.6m), can lead to
communication problems (system shutdowns),
poor motor acceleration (poor arc starting) and low
wire driving force (wire feeding problems).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
The K1543 series of control cables can be connected
end to end for ease of extension. Do not exceed more
than 100 feet (30.5 m) total control cable length.
WELDING WITH MULTIPLE POWER
WAVES
Special care must be taken when more than one
Power Wave is welding simultaneously on a single
part. Arc blow and arc interference may occur or
be magnified.
Each power source requires a work lead from the
work stud to the welding fixture. Do not combine all of
the work leads into one lead. The welding travel direc-
tions should be in the direction moving away from the
work lead as shown below. Connect all of the work
sense leads from each power source to the work
piece at the end of the weld. (See Figure A.6)
For the best results when pulse welding, set the wire
size and wire feed speed the same for all the Power
Waves. When these parameters are identical, the
pulsing frequency will be the same, helping to stabilize
the arcs.
Every welding gun requires a separate shielding gas
regulator for proper flow rate and shielding gas cover-
age.
Do not attempt to supply shielding gas for two or more
guns from only one regulator.
If an anti-spatter system is in use then each gun must
have its own anti-spatter system.

A-9
INSTALLATION
POWER WAVE 355M
A-9
MULTIPLE ARC UNSYNCHRONIZED SENSE LEAD AND WORK LEAD PLACEMENT GUIDELINES

A-10
INSTALLATION
POWER WAVE 355M
A-10
I / O RECEPTACLE SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE A.2
WIRE FEEDER RECEPTACLE
PIN LEAD# FUNCTION
A 53 Communication Bus L
B 54 Communication Bus H
C 67A Electrode Voltage Sense
D 52 0vdc -
E 51 +40vdc +
TABLE A.3
VOLTAGE SENSE RECEPTACLE
PIN LEAD# FUNCTION
3 21A Work Voltage Sense
TABLE A.4
RS232 RECEPTACLE
PIN LEAD# FUNCTION
2 253 RS232 Receive
3 254 RS232 Transmit
4 # Pin5
5 # Pin4
6 # # Pin20
20 # # Pin6
7 251 RS232 Common
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS AND LOCATIONS
DIP switches on the P.C. Boards allow for custom configuration of
the Power Wave. To access the DIP switches:
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
1. Turn off power to the power source at the dis-
connect switch.
• Insulate yourself from the work and ground.
• Always wear dry insulating gloves.
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2. Remove the wrap around cover from the power source.
3. The control board is on the center assembly facing the case front.
Locate the 8-position DIP switch and look for switch 8 of the DIP
switch.
4. Using a pencil or other small object, slide the switch to the OFF
position if the work sense lead is NOT connected. Conversely, slide
the switch to the ON position if the work sense lead is present.
5. Replace the wrap around and screws. The PC board will “read” the
switch at power up, and configure the work voltage sense lead
appropriately.
CONTROL BOARD DIP SWITCH:
switch 1 = reserved for future use
switch 2 = reserved for future use
switch 3 = equipment group 1 selcted (default=off)
switch 4 = equipment group 2 selcted (default=off)
switch 5 = reserved for future use
switch 6 = reserved for future use
switch 7 = auto mapping
switch 8 = work sense lead
(See Figure A.8 for Dual Head Boom Feeder)
switch 8* work sense lead
off work sense lead not connected
on work sense lead connected
*Factory setting for Switch 8 is OFF.
switch 7 auto mapping
off auto mapping enable-default
on auto mapping disabled
CONTROL BOARD (DIP Switch Location)
FIGURE A.7
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}40VDC
FIGURE A.8

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Power Wave 355M semi-automatic power source
is designed to be a part of a modular, multi-process
welding system. Depending on configuration, it can
support constant current, constant voltage, constant
power and pulse welding modes.
The Power Wave 355M power source is designed to
be used with the semi automatic family of Power Feed
wire feeders, operating as a system. Each component
in the system has special circuitry to "talk with" the
other system components, so each component (power
source, wire feeder, user interface) knows what the
other is doing at all times. These components commu-
nicate with Arclink..
The POWER WAVE 355M is a high performance, dig-
itally controlled inverter welding power source capable
of complex, high-speed waveform control. Properly
equipped, it can support the GMAW, GMAW-P,
FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, and CAC-A processes. It car-
ries an output rating of 350 Amps, 34 Volts at 60%
duty cycle and 300 Amps, 32 volts at 100% duty
cycle.
RECOMMENDED PROCESSES AND
EQUIPMENT
RECOMMENDED PROCESSES
The POWER WAVE 355M can be set up in a number
of configurations, some requiring optional equipment
or welding programs. Each machine is factory prepro-
grammed with multiple welding procedures, typically
including GMAW, GMAW-P, FCAW, GTAW, and
CAC-A for a variety of materials, including mild steel,
stainless steel, cored wires, and aluminum.
The POWER WAVE 355M is recommended for semi-
automatic welding, and may also be suitable for basic
hard automation applications.
• This Power Wave is not recommended for processes
other than those listed.
B-1
OPERATION
B-1
POWER WAVE 355M
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read this entire section of operating instructions
before operating the machine.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Unless using cold feed feature, when
feeding with gun trigger, the elec-
trode and drive mechanism are
always electrically energized and
could remain energized several sec-
onds after the welding ceases.
• Do not touch electrically live parts or electrodes
with your skin or wet clothing.
• Insulate yourself from the work and ground.
• Always wear dry insulating gloves.
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FUMES AND GASES can be
dangerous.
• Keep your head out of fumes.
• Use ventilation or exhaust to remove fumes from
breathing zone.
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WELDING SPARKS can cause
fire or explosion.
• Keep flammable material away.
• Do not weld on containers that have
held combustibles.
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ARC RAYS can burn.
• Wear eye, ear, and body protection.
Observe additional guidelines detailed in the
beginning of this manual.

5. Internal POWER CIRCUIT BREAKER: Protects 115
volt AC circuit.
6. LEAD CONNECTOR (SENSE LEAD)
7. DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR (RS-232)
8. WIRE FEEDER RECEPTACLE (5-PIN)
9. NEGATIVE TWIST- MATE TERMINAL
10. POSITIVE TWIST- MATE TERMINAL
FIGURE B.1
10
4
6
1
3
2
5
7
8
9
CASE FRONT LAYOUT
POWER WAVE 355M
POWER WAVE 355M – Semi-Automatic Operation
Power Wave 355M can only be used with ArcLink
compatible Power Feed M semi-automatic wire feed-
ers. In addition, the Power Feed semi-automatic wire
feeders may require optional equipment to access
certain weld modes in the Power Wave. Other models
of Lincoln feeders, or any models of non-Lincoln wire
feeders, cannot be used.
All welding programs and procedures are selected
through the Power Feed M semi-automatic user inter-
face
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Any ArcLink compatible semi-automatic wire feeding
equipment. Specifically, the semi-automatic Power
Feed M family.
LIMITATIONS
• Only ArcLink compatible Power Feed M semi-
automatic wire feeders and users interfaces may be
used. Other Lincoln wire feeders or non-Lincoln wire
feeders cannot be used.
• POWER WAVE 355M Output Limitations
The POWER WAVE 355M will support maximum
average output current of 350 Amps @ 60% duty
cycle.
DUTY CYCLE AND TIME PERIOD
The duty cycle is based upon a ten minute period. A
60% duty cycle represents 6 minutes of welding and 4
minutes of idling in a ten minute period.
CASE FRONT CONTROLS
All operator controls are located on the case front of
the Power Wave. (See Figure B.1)
1. POWER SWITCH: Controls input power to the
Power Wave.
2. STATUS LIGHT: A two color light that indicates
system errors. Normal operation is a steady green
light. Error conditions are indicated, per
Troubleshooting E Section in this Manual.
NOTE: The POWER WAVE 355M status light will
flash green, and sometimes red and green, for up to
one minute when the machine is first turned on. This
is a normal situation as the machine goes through a
self test at power up.
B-2
OPERATION
B-2
POWER WAVE 355M
3. HIGH TEMPERATURE LIGHT (thermal overload):
A yellow light that comes on when an over temper-
ature situation occurs. Output is disabled and the
fan continues to run, until the machine cools down.
When cool, the light goes out and output is
enabled.
4. CB1 WIRE FEEDER CIRCUIT BREAKER:
Protects 40 volt DC wire feeder power supply.

WELDING ADJUSTMENTS
All adjustments are made on the system component
known as the User Interface (Control Box), which con-
tains the switches, knobs, and digital displays neces-
sary to control both the Power Wave and a Power
Feed wire feeder. Typically, the Control Box is sup-
plied as part of the wire feeder. It can be mounted
directly on the wire feeder itself, or mounted separate-
ly, as might be done in a welding boom installation.
Because the Control Box can be configured with many
different options, your system may not have all of the
following adjustments. Regardless of availability, all
controls are described below. For further information,
consult the Power Feed wire feeder instruction manu-
al.
• WFS / AMPS:
In synergic welding modes (synergic CV, pulse
GMAW) WFS (wire feed speed) is the dominant con-
trol parameter, controlling all other variables. The user
adjusts WFS according to factors such as weld size,
penetration requirements, heat input, etc. The Power
Wave then uses the WFS setting to adjust its output
characteristics (output voltage, output current) accord-
ing to pre-programmed settings contained in the
Power Wave.
In non-synergic modes, the WFS control behaves
more like a conventional CV power source where
WFS and voltage are independent adjustments.
Therefore to maintain the arc characteristics, the oper-
ator must adjust the voltage to compensate for any
changes made to the WFS.
In constant current modes (stick, TIG) this control
adjusts the output current, in amps.
• VOLTS / TRIM:
In constant voltage modes (synergic CV, standard
CV) the control adjusts the welding voltage.
In pulse synergic welding modes (pulse GMAW only)
the user can change the Trim setting to adjust the arc
length. It is adjustable from 0.500 to 1.500. A Trim set-
ting of 1.000 is a good starting point for most condi-
tions.
• WELDING MODE
May be selected by name (CV/MIG, CC/Stick Crisp,
Gouge, etc.) or by a mode number (10, 24, 71, etc.)
depending on the Control Box options. Selecting a
welding mode determines the output characteristics of
the Power Wave power source. For a more complete
description of the welding modes available in the
Power Wave, see the explanation following.
B-3
OPERATION
POWER WAVE 355M
B-3
NOMINAL PROCEDURES
The Power Wave is designed to operate with
3/4"(7.62) electrode stick-out for CV and Pulse
processes.
FRINGE PROCEDURES
Excessively short or long electrode stick-outs may
function only on a limited basis, if at all.
MAKING A WELD
The serviceability of a product or structure utiliz-
ing the welding programs is and must be the sole
responsibility of the builder/user. Many variables
beyond the control of The Lincoln Electric
Company affect the results obtained in applying
these programs. These variables include, but are
not limited to, welding procedure, plate chemistry
and temperature, weldment design, fabrication
methods and service requirements. The available
range of a welding program may not be suitable
for all applications, and the build/user is and must
be solely responsible for welding program selec-
tion.
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The steps for operating the Power Wave will vary
depending upon the options installed in the user inter-
face (control box) of the welding system. The flexibility
of the Power Wave system lets the user customize
operation for the best performance.
First, consider the desired welding process and the
part to be welded. Choose an electrode material,
diameter, shielding gas and process (GMAW, GMAW-
P, etc.)
Second, find the program in the welding software that
best matches the desired welding process. The stan-
dard software shipped with the Power Waves encom-
passes a wide range of common processes and will
meet most needs. If a special welding program is
desired, contact the local Lincoln Electric sales repre-
sentative.
To make a weld, the Power Wave needs to know the
desired welding parameters. The Power Feed (PF)
family of feeders communicate settings to the Power
Wave through control cable connection. Arc length,
wire feed speed, arc control, etc. are all communicat-
ed digitally via the control cable.
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