Lincoln Electric speedtec 200c User manual

IM3049
05/2016
REV05
SPEEDTEC®200C
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ENGLISH
Lincoln Electric Bester Sp. z o.o.
ul. Jana III Sobieskiego 19A, 58-263 Bielawa, Poland
www.lincolnelectric.eu

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Declaration of conformity
Lincoln Electric Bester Sp. z o.o.
Declares that the welding machine:
K14099-2 SPEEDTEC
®
200C
conforms to the following directives:
2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU
and has been designed in compliance with the
following standards:
EN 60974-1:2012, EN 60974-5:2013,
EN 60974-10:2014
20.04.2016
Piotr Spytek
Operations Director
Lincoln Electric Bester Sp. z o.o., ul. Jana III Sobieskiego 19A, 58-263 Bielawa, Poland
12/05

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12/05
THANKS! For having chosen the QUALITY of Lincoln Electric products.
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ENGLISH INDEX
Safety.................................................................................................................................................................................. 1
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Installation and Operator Instructions.................................................................................................................................. 2
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)................................................................................................................................ 12
Technical Specifications.................................................................................................................................................... 13
WEEE ............................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Spare Parts ....................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Electrical Schematic.......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Accessories....................................................................................................................................................................... 15

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Safety
11/04
WARNING
This equipment must 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 damage to this
equipment. 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 damage to this equipment. 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 damage to this equipment.
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL: Welding equipment generates high voltages. Do not touch the
electrode, work clamp, or connected work pieces when this equipment is on. Insulate yourself from the
electrode, work clamp and connected work pieces.
ELECTRICALLY POWERED EQUIPMENT: Turn off 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.
ELECTRIC AND MAGNETIC FIELDS MAY BE DANGEROUS: Electric current flowing through any
conductor creates electric and magnetic fields (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. Use suitable clothing made from durable
flame-resistant material to protect you skin and that of your helpers. Protect other nearby personnel with
suitable, non-flammable screening and warn them not to watch the arc nor expose themselves to the
arc.
WELDING SPARKS CAN CAUSE FIRE OR EXPLOSION: Remove fire hazards from the welding area
and have a fire extinguisher readily available. 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 operate this equipment when flammable gases, vapors or liquid
combustibles are present.

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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 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. Never allow the electrode, electrode holder or
any other electrically “hot” parts to touch a 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 hazard of electric shock.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes and/or improvements in design without also changing the
operator’s manual.
Introduction
The welding machines SPEEDTEC®200C enables
welding:
GMAW (MIG/MAG)
FCAW-SS
SMAW (MMA)
GTAW (arc ignition using lift TIG)
The following equipment is included with the
SPEEDTEC®200C:
Work lead – 3m
An electrode holder with lead – 3m
Gas cooled welding gun (LG 250 G) – 3m
Gas regulator
Gas hose – 2m
Driving roll V0.8/V1.0 for solid wire (mounted in the
wire feeder).
For GMAW and FCAW-SS process, the technical
specification describes:
Type of welding wire
Wire diameter
Recommended equipment, which can be bought by
user, was mentioned in the chapter "Accessories".
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 IP23. 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.

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The machine is protected from overheating by a
temperature sensor.
Excessive extension of the duty cycle will cause the
thermal protection circuit to activate. The image is
shown by the display [7].
Input Supply Connection
WARNING
Only a qualified electrician can connect the welding
machine to the supply network. Installation 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. Verify the
connection of ground wires from the machine to the input
source. The welding machine SPEEDTEC®200C must
be connected to a correctly installed plug-in socket with
an earth pin.
The allowable input voltage is 230V, 50/60Hz. For more
information about input supply refer to the technical
specification section of this manual and to the rating
plate of the machine.
Make sure that the amount of mains power available
from the input supply is adequate for normal operation of
the machine. The necessary delayed fuse (or circuit
breaker with "B" characteristic) and cable sizes are
indicated in the technical specification section of this
manual.
WARNING
The welding machine can be supplied from a power
generator of output power at least 30% larger than input
power of the welding machine. Generator frequency in
the range of 50Hz and 60Hz. AC RMS voltage 170V -
280V. Out of this range undervoltage and overvoltage
protection will trigger.
WARNING
When powering welder from a generator be sure to turn
off welder first, before generator is shut down, in order to
prevent damage to welder!
Output Connections
Refer to points [1], [2] and [3] of the Figures below.
Controls and Operational Features
1. EURO Socket: For connecting a welding gun (for
GMAW / FCAW-SS process).
2. Positive Output Socket for the Welding
Circuit: For connecting an electrode
holder with lead / a work lead.
3. Negative Output Socket for the Welding
Circuit: For connecting an electrode
holder with lead / a work lead.
4. Left Knob: The value of parameter in the upper left
side of display [7] is adjusted.
5. Right Knob: The value of parameter in the upper
right side of display [7] is adjusted.
6. Set Knob: Type of welding procedure and welding
settings is changed by this knob.
7. Display: Parameters of welding process are shown.
8. User Button (left): Button function could be set:
Advanced menu:
Recalls advanced menu (default)
Recalls user memory.
Inductance.
Run-in WFS.
Burnback.
Basic menu – changes basic menu for advanced
menu.
9. Escape Button (right):
Cancels an action / exit menu.
Locks and unlocks knobs and buttons on the panel
(press and hold button for 4 seconds).
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2 3
4 5
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8
Figure 1.
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11
12
Figure 2.

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10. Power Switch ON/OFF (I/O): Controls the input
power to the machine. Be sure the power source is
connected to the mains supply before turning power
on ("I"). After input power is connected and the
power switch is turned on, the indicator will light up to
indicate the machine is ready to weld.
11. Gas Connector: Connection for gas line.
WARNING
The welding machine supports all suitable shielding
gases at a maximum pressure of 5,0 Bar.
12. Power Lead with Plug (2m): Power lead with plug is
a standard equipment. Connect the power lead with
plug to the main supply before turning power on.
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19
18
Figure 3.
13. Work Lead.
14. Wire Drive (for GMAW, FCAW-SS process): 2-Roll
wire drive.
15. Welding Wire (for GMAW / FCAW-SS).
16. Spooled Wire (for GMAW / FCAW-SS): The machine
does not include a spooled wire.
17. Wire Spool Support: Maximum 5kg spools. Accepts
plastic, steel and fiber spools onto 51mm spindle.
18. Shield of Changing Polarity.
19. Terminal Block of Changing Polarity (for GMAW /
FCAW-SS process): This terminal block enables to
set the welding polarity (+ ; -), which will be given at
the welding holder.
WARNING
Positive (+) polarity is set at the factory.
WARNING
Before welding check the polarity for using electrodes
and wires.
If the welding polarity has to be changed, user should:
Switch off the machine.
Determine the wire polarity for the wire to be used.
Consult the electrode data for this information.
Take off the terminal block’s shield [18].
The tip of the wire on the terminal block [19] and
work lead fix as is shown in the Table 1 or the
Table 2.
Put on the terminal block’s shield.
WARNING
The machine must be used with the door completely
closed during welding.
WARNING
Not use handle to move the machine during work.
Table 1.
Positive polarity
(factory setting)
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Table 2.
Negative polarity
13
Loading the Electrode Wire
Turn the machine off.
Load the wire spool [16] on the spindle [20] such that
the spool turns anticlockwise when the wire [15] is
fed into the wire feeder.
Put on the wire roll using the correct groove
corresponding to the wire diameter.
Free the end of the wire and cut off the bent end
making sure it has no burr.
WARNING
Sharp end of the wire can hurt.
Insert an electrode wire into welding gun.
Adjust force of pressure roll of the wire feeder
properly.
Wire Spool Loading
WARNING
Turn off the power source while mounting a wire spool.
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Figure 4.
Turn the machine off.
Open the left side panel.
Unscrew the Locking Nut [21] and remove it from the
Spindle [20].
Place the spool [16] on the Spindle [20] making
certain the Spindle Brake Pin [22] is put in the hole in
back side of spool.
WARNING
Position the spool so that it will rotate in a direction when
feeding so as to be de-reeled from bottom of the spool.
Re-install the Locking Nut [21]. Make sure that the
locking nut is tightened.
Adjustments of Brake Torque of Sleeve
To avoid spontaneous unrolling of the welding wire the
sleeve is fitted with a brake.
Adjustment is carried by rotation of its Allen screw M8,
which is placed inside of the sleeve frame after
unscrewing the Locking Nut of the sleeve.
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21
Figure 5.
21. Locking Nut.
23. Adjusting Allen screw M8.
24. Pressing spring.
Turning the Allen screw M8 clockwise increases the
spring tension and you can increase the brake torque
Turning the Allen screw M8 anticlockwise decreases the
spring tension and you can decrease the brake torque.
After finishing of adjustment, you should screw in the
Locking Nut again.

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Adjusting of Force of Pressure Roll
Force
The pressure arm controls the amount of force the drive
rolls exert on the wire.
Pressure force is adjusted by turning the adjustment nut
clockwise to increase force, counterclockwise to
decrease force. Proper adjustment of pressure arm
gives the best welding performance.
WARNING
If the roll pressure is too low the roll will slide on the wire.
If the roll pressure is set too high the wire may be
deformed, which will cause feeding problems in the
welding gun. The pressure force should be set properly.
Decrease the pressure force slowly until the wire just
begins to slide on the drive roll and then increase the
force slightly by turning of the adjustment nut by one
turn.
Inserting Electrode Wire into Welding
Gun
Turn the welding machine off.
Depending on welding process, connect the proper
gun to the Euro Socket, the rated parameters of the
gun and of the welding machine should be matched.
Remote the nozzle from the gun and contact tip or
protection cap and contact tip. Next, straighten the
gun out flat.
Insert the wire through the guide tube, over the roller
and guide tube of Euro Socket into liner of gun. The
wire can be pushed into the liner manually for a few
centimeters, and should feed easily and without any
force.
WARNING
If force is required it is likely that the wire has missed the
liner of gun.
Turn the welding machine on.
Depress the gun trigger to feed the wire through the
gun liner until the wire comes out of the threaded
end.
When trigger is released, spool of wire should not
unwind.
Adjust wire spool brake accordingly.
Turn the welding machine off.
Install a proper contact tip.
Depending on the welding process and the type of
the gun, install the nozzle (GMAW process) or
protection cap (FCAW-SS process).
WARNING
Take precaution to keep eyes and hands away from the
end of the gun while the wire is being come out of the
threated end.
Changing Driving Rolls
WARNING
Turn the input power off of the welding power source
before installation or changing drive rolls.
SPEEDTEC®200C is equipped with drive roll V0.8/V1.0
for steel wire. For others wire sizes, is available the
proper drive rolls kit (see "Accessories" chapter) and
follow instructions:
Turn the welding machine off.
Release the pressure roll lever [25].
Unscrew the fastening cap [26].
Change the drive roll [27] with the compatible ones
corresponding to the used wire.
WARNING
Be sure that the gun liner and contact tip are also sized
to match the selected wire size.
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25
Figure 6.
Screw fastening cap [26].
Manually feed the wire from the wire reel, the wire
through the guide tube, over the roller and guide tube
of Euro Socket into liner of gun.
Lock the pressure roll lever [25].
Gas Connection
Shield gas is required for welding GMAW and GTAW
process.
Gas flow regulator and gas hoses have been added to
SPEEDTEC 200C.
WARNING
The welding machine supports all suitable shielding
gases at a maximum pressure of 5,0 bar.
Gas Connecting – GMAW
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Figure 7.
Turn the welding machine off.
Install a proper gas flow regulator [28] to the gas
cylinder.

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WARNING
Always fasten gas cylinder properly in vertical position in
a special holder on the wall or on a carriage. Remember
to close gas cylinder valve after having finished welding.
Connect the gas hose [29] to the regulator [28] using
the hose clamp.
The other end of gas hose [29] connect to the Gas
Connector [11] located on the rear panel of the
machine (see Figure 2).
Turn the welding machine on.
Turn to open the gas cylinder valve.
Adjust the shielding gas flow of the gas regulator.
WARNING
To weld GMAW process with CO2shielding gas, CO2
gas heater should be used.
Gas Connecting – GTAW
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Figure 8.
Turn the welding machine off.
Install a proper gas flow regulator [28] to the gas
cylinder.
WARNING
Always fasten gas cylinder properly in vertical position in
a special holder on the wall or on a carriage. Remember
to close gas cylinder valve after having finished welding.
Connect the proper torch to Negative Output Socket
[3], the rated parameters of the torch and of the
welding machine should be matched.
Connect the gas hose of torch to gas flow regulator
[28].
Turn the welding machine on.
Turn to open the gas cylinder valve .
Adjust the shielding gas flow of the gas regulator.
Welding GMAW, FCAW-SS Process
SPEEDTEC®200C can be used to welding GMAW and
FCAW-SS process.
SPEEDTEC®200C has been provided with synergic
GMAW process.
SPEEDTEC®200C includes the gun necessary for
GMAW welding.
SPEEDTEC®200C does not include the gun necessary
for FCAW-SS welding.
Depending on the welding process, the gun can be
purchased separately (see "Accessories" chapter).
Preparation the Machine for Welding
GMAW and FCAW-SS Process.
Procedure of begin welding of GMAW or FCAW-SS
process:
Turn the machine off.
Place the machine conveniently near the work area
in a location to minimize exposure to weld spatter
and to avoid sharp bends in the gun cable.
Determine the wire polarity for the wire to be used.
Consult the wire data for this information.
Connect output the gas-cooled gun to GMAW /
FCAW-SS process to Euro Socket [1].
Depending on the using wire, connect the work lead
[13] to output socket [2] or [3]. See [19] point –
terminal block of changing polarity.
Connect the work lead to the welding piece with the
work clamp.
Install the proper wire.
Install the proper drive roll.
Manually push the wire into the gun’s liner.
Make a sure, if it is needed (GMAW process), that
the gas shield has been connected.
Turn the machine on.
Insert the wire into the welding gun.
WARNING
Keep the gun cable as straight as possible when loading
electrode through cable.
WARNING
Never use defected gun.
Close the left side panel.
The welding machine is now ready to weld.
WARNING
The right side panel has to be completely closed during
welding.
WARNING
Keep the gun cable as straight as possible when welding
or loading electrode through cable.
WARNING
Do not kink or pull cable around sharp corners.
By applying the principle of occupational health and
safety at welding, welding can be begun.

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Welding GMAW, FCAW-SS Process in
Manual Mode
In manual mode can be set:
SPEEDTEC®200C
Basic menu Advanced menu
The welding load
voltage
WFS
2-Step / 4-Step

The welding load
voltage
WFS
Burnback
Run-in WFS
Spot Time
Preflow Time/
Pastflow Time
2-Step/4-Step
Inductance
The 2-Step - 4-Step changes the function of the gun’s
trigger.
2 Step trigger operation turns welding on and off in
direct response to the trigger. Welding process is
performed when the gun’s trigger is pulled.
4-Step mode allows to continue welding, when the
gun’s trigger is released. To stop welding, the gun’s
trigger is pulled again. 4-step mode facilitates to
making long welds.
WARNING
4-Step does not work during Spot Welding.
The Burnback Time is the amount of time that the weld
output continues after the wire stops feeding. It prevents
the wire from sticking in the puddle and prepares the end
of the wire for the next arc start.
Run-in WFS sets the wire feed speed from the time the
trigger is pulled until an arc is established.
Spot Timer adjusts the time welding will continue even if
the trigger is still pulled. This option has no effect in 4-
Step Trigger Mode.
WARNING
Spot Timer has no effect in 4-Step Trigger Mode.
Preflow Time adjusts the time that shielding gas flows
after the trigger is pulled and prior to feeding.
Postflow Time adjusts the time that shielding gas flows
after the welding output turns off.
Inductance controls the arc characteristics when short-
arc welding. If the value is higher, the arc will be crisper
(more spatters).
Welding GMAW in Synergic Mode
In synergic mode, the welding load voltage is not set by
user. The correct welding load voltage will set by the
machine’s software. This value was recalled on the basis
of data (input data) had been loaded:
SPEEDTEC
®
200C
Basic menu Advanced menu
Wire type (material)
Wire diameter
Gas

Wire type (material)
Wire diameter
Gas
The welding load voltage can be changed depend on the
value of parameters are set by operators:
SPEEDTEC®200C
Basic menu Advanced menu

WFS
Welding current
Material thickness
WFS
Welding current
Material thickness
If it is needed, the welding load voltage can be adjusted
± 2V by the right knob [5].
Additionally, user can manually set:
SPEEDTEC
®
200C
Basic menu Advanced menu
No possibilities Burnback
Run-in WFS
Spot Timer
Preflow Time /
Pastflow Time
2-STEP/4-STEP
Inductance
The 2-Step - 4-Step changes the function of the gun’s
trigger.
2 Step trigger operation turns welding on and off in
direct response to the trigger. Welding process is
performed when the gun’s trigger is pulled.
4-Step mode allows to continue welding, when the
gun’s trigger is released. To stop welding, the gun’s
trigger is pulled again. 4-step mode facilitates to
making long welds.
WARNING
4-Step does not work during Spot Welding.
The Burnback Time is the amount of time that the weld
output continues after the wire stops feeding. It prevents
the wire from sticking in the puddle and prepares the end
of the wire for the next arc start.
Run-in WFS sets the wire feed speed from the time the
trigger is pulled until an arc is established.
Spot Timer adjusts the time welding will continue even if
the trigger is still pulled. This option has no effect in 4-
Step Trigger Mode. Adjusting range:
WARNING
Spot Timer has no effect in 4-Step Trigger Mode.
Preflow Time adjusts the time that shielding gas flows
after the trigger is pulled and prior to feeding.
Postflow Time adjusts the time that shielding gas flows
after the welding output turns off.
Inductance controls the arc characteristics when short-
arc welding. If the value is higher, the arc will be crisper
(more spatters).

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VRD (Voltage Reduction Device) -
GTAW / SMAW only
This machine is provided by VRD (Voltage Reduction
Device) function during welding GTAW/SMAW only.
This function reduces the voltage at the output below
32V at idle (no welding time).
The VRD function is enabled by factory default only on
machines that meet the AS 1674.2 Australian Standards.
(C-Tick logo " " on/near the Rating Plate applied on the
machine).
Welding SMAW (MMA) Process
SPEEDTEC®200C includes the electrode holder with
lead necessary for SMAW welding. The one can be
purchased separately (see "Accessories" chapter).
Procedure of begin welding of SMAW process:
First turn the machine off.
Determine the electrode polarity for the electrode to
be used. Consult the electrode data for this
information.
Depending on the polarity of using electrode,
connect the work lead [13] and the electrode holder
with lead to output socket [2] or [3] and lock them.
See the Table 3.
Table 3.
Output socket
POLARITY
DC (+)
The electrode holder
with lead to SMAW [8]
Work lead [9]
DC (-)
The electrode holder
with lead to SMAW [9]
Work lead [8]
Connect the work lead to the welding piece with the
work clamp.
Install the proper electrode in the electrode holder.
Turn the welding machine on.
Set the welding parameters.
The welding machine is now ready to weld.
WARNING
Do not kink or pull cable around sharp corners.
By applying the principle of occupational health and
safety at welding, welding can be begun.
An user can set functions:
SPEEDTEC
®
200C
Basic menu Advanced menu
The welding current
Switch on / switch off
the output voltage on
the output lead

The welding current
Switch on / switch off
the output voltage on
the output lead
HOT START
ARC FORCE
ARC FORCE: The output current is temporarily
increased to clear short circuit connections between the
electrode and the workpiece.
HOT START: Value in percentage of nominal value
welding current during arc start current. The control is
used to set the level of the increased current and arc
start current is made easy.
Welding GTAW Process
SPEEDTEC®200C can be used to GTAW process with
DC (-). Arc ignition can be achieved only by lift TIG
method (contact ignition and lift ignition).
SPEEDTEC®200C does not include the torch to GTAW
welding, but the one can be purchased separately. See
"Accessories" chapter.
Procedure of begin welding of GTAW process:
First turn the machine off.
Connect GTAW torch to [3] output socket.
Connect the gas shield.
Connect the work lead to [2] output socket.
Connect the work lead to the welding piece with the
work clamp.
Install the proper tungsten electrode in the GTAW
torch.
Turn the machine on.
Set the welding parameters.
The welding machine is now ready to weld.
WARNING
Do not kink or pull cable around sharp corners.
By applying the principle of occupational health and
safety at welding, welding can be begun.
During welding GTAW process, an user can set function:
SPEEDTEC®200C
Basic menu Advanced menu

The welding current
Switch on / switch off
the output voltage on
the output lead
The welding current
Switch on / switch off
the output voltage on
the output lead
Memory – Save, Recall, Delete
SPEEDTEC®200C enables saving, recalling and
deleting the parameter’s settings. 9 memories can be
used by user.
Saving, recalling and deleting process settings is
accessible in advanced menu of SPEEDTEC®200C.
Error’s Message
Contact with the Technical Service Center or Lincoln
Electric, when a machine’s display of SPEEDTEC®200C
will show a message of the Figure 9 or similar.
001
Figure 9.

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Guide’s Marking Interface SPEEDTEC®200C
Description of the user interface in "Quick Guide" chapter. See "Spare Parts".
Select Welding Process SMAW (MMA) Welding
Basic menu
Burnback
GMAW (MIG/MAG)
Manual Welding
Brightness Level
Run-in WFS
FCAW- Self shielded
Manual Welding
View Software and
Hardware Version
Information
Preflow Time
GMAW (MIG/MAG)
Synergic Welding
User Button
Postflow Time
Select Process by
Number
Cancel an Action
Inductance Select Gas
Switch On Output
Voltage (TIG / SMAW
only)
Spot Welding Setting
Select Wire Type
(material)
Switch Off Output
Voltage (TIG / SMAW
only)
Spot Timer
Select Wire Size
(diameter)
Unlock panel
Switch off Spot Welding
Select Function of Gun
Trigger (2-Step / 4-Step)
Unlock Panel by Code
2-Step Configuration and Set-up Hot Start
4-Step Lock / Unlock Panel Arc Force
Memory Lock Panel Adjust Voltage
Save a Memory Lock Panel by Code
Welding Material
Thickness
Recall a Memory (user
memory)
Recall Factory Setting Welding current
Clear a Memory
Select Menu (basic /
advanced)
Wire Feeder Speed
(WFS)
GTAW (TIG) Welding Advanced Menu
VRD on
Voltage Reduction
Device active (GTAW /
SMAW only)

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Maintenance
WARNING
For any repair operations, modifications or
maintenances, it is recommended to contact the nearest
Technical Service Center or Lincoln Electric. Repairs
and modifications performed by unauthorized service or
personnel will cause, that the manufacturer’s warranty
will become null and void.
Any noticeable damage should be reported immediately
and repaired.
Routine maintenance (everyday)
Check condition of insulation and connections of the
work leads and insulation of power lead. If any
insulation damage exists replace the lead
immediately.
Remove the spatters from the welding gun nozzle.
Spatters could interfere with the shielding gas flow to
the arc.
Check the welding gun condition: replace it, if
necessary.
Check condition and operation of the cooling fan.
Keep clean its airflow slots.
Periodic maintenance (every 200 working hours but
at list once every year)
Perform the routine maintenance and, in addition:
Keep the machine clean. Using a dry (and low
pressure) airflow, remove the dust from the external
case and from the cabinet inside.
If it is required, clean and tighten all weld terminals.
The frequency of the maintenance operations may vary
in accordance with the working environment where the
machine is placed.
WARNING
Do not touch electrically live parts.
WARNING
Before the case of welding machine will be removed, the
welding machine had to be turned off and the power lead
had to be disconnected from mains socket.
WARNING
Mains supply network must be disconnected from the
machine before each maintenance and service. After
each repair, perform proper tests to ensure safety.

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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
While a high electromagnetic field occurs, a welding current can fluctuate.
WARNING
This equipment complies with IEC 61000-3-12.
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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Technical Specifications
NAME INDEX
SPEEDTEC®200C K14099-2
INPUT
Input Voltage U1EMC Group / Class Frequency
230V ± 10%, 1-phase II / A 50 / 60 Hz
Input Power at Rated Cycle Input Amperes I1max cos φ
6,2kVA @ 25% Duty Cycle (40°C) 27A 0,99
RATED OUTPUT
Open Circuit
Voltage
Duty Cycle 40°C
(based on a 10 min. period) Output Current Output Voltage
GMAW 57 Vdc 100 110A 19,5 Vdc
25 200A 24 Vdc
FCAW-SS 57 Vdc 100 110A 19,5 Vdc
25 200A 24 Vdc
SMAW 32 Vdc 100 100A 24 Vdc
30 160A 26,4 Vdc
GTAW 32 Vdc 100 100A 14 Vdc
40 160A 16,4 Vdc
WELDING CURRENT RANGE
GMAW FCAW-SS MSAW GTAW
20A – 200A 20A – 200A 20 – 160A 20A – 160A
RECOMMENDED INPUT CABLE AND FUSE SIZES
Fuse or Circuit Breaker Size Power Lead
230V
B 16A (B 25A)** 3 Conductor, 2,5mm2
DIMENSION
Weight Height Width Length
17,3 kg 396 mm 246 mm 527 mm
WIRE DIAMETER / WIRE FEED SPEED RANGE
WFS RANGE Solid wires Aluminum wires Cored wires
1.5 ÷ 15 m/min 0.6 ÷ 1.0 0.9 ÷ 1.0 0.9 ÷ 1.1
Protection Rating Operating Humidity (t=20°C) Operating Temperature Storage Temperature
IP23 ≤95% from -10°C to +40°C from -25°C to 55°C
** When welding with maximum current replace input plug with one>16A.

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WEEE
07/06
Spare Parts
12/05
Part list reading instructions
Do not use this part list for a machine if its code number is not listed. Contact the Lincoln Electric Service
Department for any code number not listed.
Use the illustration of assembly page and the table below to determine where the part is located for your particular
code machine.
Use only the parts marked "●" in the column under the heading number called for in the assembly page (# indicate
a change in this printing).
First, read the Part List reading instructions above then refer to the "Spare Part" manual supplied with the machine,
which contains a picture-descriptive part number cross-reference).
Electrical Schematic
Refer to the "Spare Parts" manual supplied with the machine.
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Do not dispose of electrical equipment together with normal waste!
In observance of European Directive 2012/19/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) and its implementation in accordance with national law, electrical equipment that has reached
the end of its life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling
facility. As the owner of the equipment, you should get information on approved collection systems
from our local representative.
By applying this European Directive you will protect the environment and human health!

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Accessories
K10413-25-3M The gas-cooled gun LG250 G to GMAW process - 3m
KP10461-2 Gas nozzle conical Ø15mm
KP10461-7 Gas nozzle extra conical Ø11mm
KP10460-2 Gas nozzle cylindrical Ø20mm
KP10462-2 Gas nozzle bottle Ø14mm
KP10466-1 Gas nozzle bottle Ø11mm
KP10463-2 Gas nozzle spot weld Ø18mm
KP10441-08 Contact Tip M6x25mm ECu 0.8mm
KP10441-10 Contact Tip M6x25mm ECu 1.0mm
KP10441-10A Contact Tip M6x25mm Al 1.0mm
K10513-17-4V GTAW torch - 4m
E/H-200A-25-3M Welding cable with electrode holder to SMAW process - 3m
K14010-1 Work Lead -3m
KIT-200A-25-3M Lead’s KIT to SMAW process:
The electrode holder with lead to SMAW process - 3m
Work lead - 3m
R-0010-450-1R Protective screen
K14115-1 LINCBOX for Cart ST/VTX
K14114-1 Cart ST/VTX
LE250RG002 Gas Regulator
Drive rolls to 2 driven rolls
Solid wires:
KP14016-0.8 V0.6 / V0.8
KP14016-0.9 V0.9 / V1.0
KP14016-1.0 V0.8 / V1.0
Aluminum wires:
KP14016-0.9A U0.9 / U1.2
KP14016-1.2A U1.0 / U1.2
Cored wires:
KP14016-1.1R VK0.9 / VK1.1