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Magnum™ X-Tractor 1GX February, 1995

For use with equipment having Code Number: 10204

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
thoughtful operation on your part.
DO NOT INSTALL, OPERATE
OR REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT
WITHOUT READING THIS MAN-
UAL AND THE SAFETY PRE-
CAUTIONS CONTAINED
THROUGHOUT. And, most
importantly, think before you act
and be careful.

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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WARNING 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 pur-
chase 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 PER-
FORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.

ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. ARC RAYS can burn.

1.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits 2.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover
are electrically “hot” when the welder is on. plates to protect your eyes from sparks and
Do not touch these “hot” parts with your bare the rays of the arc when welding or observing
skin or wet clothing. Wear dry, hole-free open arc welding. Headshield and filter lens
gloves to insulate hands. should conform to ANSI Z87. I standards.

1.b. Insulate yourself from work and ground using dry insulation. 2.b. Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant
Make certain the insulation is large enough to cover your full material to protect your skin and that of your helpers from
area of physical contact with work and ground. the arc rays.

In addition to the normal safety precautions, if welding 2.c. Protect other nearby personnel with suitable, non-flammable
must be performed under electrically hazardous screening and/or warn them not to watch the arc nor expose
conditions (in damp locations or while wearing wet themselves to the arc rays or to hot spatter or metal.
clothing; on metal structures such as floors, gratings or
scaffolds; when in cramped positions such as sitting,
kneeling or Iying, if there is a high risk of unavoidable or FUMES AND GASES
accidental contact with the workpiece or ground) use
the following equipment: can be dangerous.
• Semiautomatic DC Constant Voltage (Wire) Welder. 3.a. Welding may produce fumes and gases
• DC Manual (Stick) Welder. hazardous to health. Avoid breathing these
• AC Welder with Reduced Voltage Control. fumes and gases.When welding, keep
your head out of the fume. Use enough
1.c. In semiautomatic or automatic wire welding, the electrode, ventilation and/or exhaust at the arc to keep
electrode reel, welding head, nozzle or semiautomatic fumes and gases away from the breathing zone. When
welding gun are also electrically “hot”. welding with electrodes which require special
ventilation such as stainless or hard facing (see
1.d. Always be sure the work cable makes a good electrical instructions on container or MSDS) or on lead or
connection with the metal being welded. The connection cadmium plated steel and other metals or coatings
should be as close as possible to the area being welded. which produce highly toxic fumes, keep exposure as
low as possible and below Threshold Limit Values (TLV)
1.e. Ground the work or metal to be welded to a good electrical using local exhaust or mechanical ventilation. In
(earth) ground. confined spaces or in some circumstances, outdoors, a
respirator may be required. Additional precautions are
1.f. Maintain the electrode holder, work clamp, welding cable and also required when welding on galvanized steel.
welding machine in good, safe operating condition. Replace
3.b. Do not weld in locations near chlorinated hydrocarbon vapors
damaged insulation.
coming from degreasing, cleaning or spraying operations.
The heat and rays of the arc can react with solvent
1.g. Never dip the electrode in water for cooling.
vapors to form phosgene, a highly toxic gas, and other irri-
tating products.
1.h. Never simultaneously touch electrically “hot” parts of
electrode holders connected to two welders because voltage
3.c. Shielding gases used for arc welding can displace air and
between the two can be the total of the open circuit voltage
cause injury or death. Always use enough ventilation,
of both welders.
especially in confined areas, to insure breathing air is safe.
1.i. When working above floor level, use a safety belt to protect
3.d. Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions for this
yourself from a fall should you get a shock.
equipment and the consumables to be used, including the
material safety data sheet (MSDS) and follow your
1.j. Also see Items 4.c. and 6.
employer’s safety practices. MSDS forms are available from
your welding distributor or from the manufacturer.

3.e. Also see item 7b.

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WELDING SPARKS can CYLINDER may explode

cause fire or explosion. if damaged.
4.a. Remove fire hazards from the welding area.
If this is not possible, cover them to prevent 5.a. Use only compressed gas cylinders
the welding sparks from starting a fire. containing the correct shielding gas for the
Remember that welding sparks and hot process used and properly operating
materials from welding can easily go through small cracks regulators designed for the gas and
and openings to adjacent areas. Avoid welding near pressure used. All hoses, fittings, etc. should be suitable for
hydraulic lines. Have a fire extinguisher readily available. the application and maintained in good condition.

4.b. Where compressed gases are to be used at the job site, 5.b. Always keep cylinders in an upright position securely
special precautions should be used to prevent hazardous chained to an undercarriage or fixed support.
situations. Refer to “Safety in Welding and Cutting” (ANSI
Standard Z49.1) and the operating information for the 5.c. Cylinders should be located:
equipment being used. • Away from areas where they may be struck or subjected to
physical damage.
4.c. When not welding, make certain no part of the electrode
circuit is touching the work or ground. Accidental contact can • A safe distance from arc welding or cutting operations and
cause overheating and create a fire hazard. any other source of heat, sparks, or flame.

4.d. Do not heat, cut or weld tanks, drums or containers until the 5.d. Never allow the electrode, electrode holder or any other
proper steps have been taken to insure that such procedures electrically “hot” parts to touch a cylinder.
will not cause flammable or toxic vapors from substances
inside. They can cause an explosion even though they have 5.e. Keep your head and face away from the cylinder valve outlet
been “cleaned”. For information, purchase “Recommended when opening the cylinder valve.
Safe Practices for the Preparation for Welding and Cutting of
Containers and Piping That Have Held Hazardous 5.f. Valve protection caps should always be in place and hand
Substances”, AWS F4.1 from the American Welding Society tight except when the cylinder is in use or connected for
use.
(see address above).
5.g. Read and follow the instructions on compressed gas
4.e. Vent hollow castings or containers before heating, cutting or
cylinders, associated equipment, and CGA publication P-l,
welding. They may explode.
“Precautions for Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in
Cylinders,” available from the Compressed Gas Association
4.f. Sparks and spatter are thrown from the welding arc. Wear oil
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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 FOR ELECTRICALLY
welding area. powered equipment.
6.a. Turn off input power using the disconnect
4.g. Connect the work cable to the work as close to the welding
switch at the fuse box before working on
area as practical. Work cables connected to the building
the equipment.
framework or other locations away from the welding area
increase the possibility of the welding current passing
6.b. Install equipment in accordance with the U.S. National
through lifting chains, crane cables or other alternate circuits.
Electrical Code, all local codes and the manufacturer’s
This can create fire hazards or overheat lifting chains or
recommendations.
cables until they fail.
6.c. Ground the equipment in accordance with the U.S. National
4.h. Also see item 7c.
Electrical Code and the manufacturer’s recommendations.

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FOR ENGINE ELECTRIC AND MAG-

powered equipment. NETIC FIELDS
7.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenance
work unless the maintenance work requires it to be running.
may be dangerous
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8.a. Electric current flowing through any conductor causes
localized Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF). Welding
7.b. Operate engines in open, well-ventilated current creates EMF fields around welding cables and
areas or vent the engine exhaust fumes welding machines
outdoors.
8.b. EMF fields may interfere with some pacemakers, and
welders having a pacemaker should consult their physician
____________________________________________________ before welding.

8.c. Exposure to EMF fields in welding may have other health

7.c. Do not add the fuel near an open flame effects which are now not known.
welding arc or when the engine is run-
ning. Stop the engine and allow it to cool 8d. All welders should use the following procedures in order to
before refueling to prevent spilled fuel minimize exposure to EMF fields from the welding circuit:
from vaporizing on contact with hot
engine parts and igniting. Do not spill fuel 8.d.1. Route the electrode and work cables together - Secure
when filling tank. If fuel is spilled, wipe it them with tape when possible.
up and do not start engine until fumes
have been eliminated. 8.d.2. Never coil the electrode lead around your body.

____________________________________________________ 8.d.3. Do not place your body between the electrode and
work cables. If the electrode cable is on your right
7.d. Keep all equipment safety guards, covers side, the work cable should also be on your right side.
and devices in position and in good repair.
Keep hands, hair, clothing and tools away 8.d.4. Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as
from V-belts, gears, fans and all other possible to the area being welded.
moving parts when starting, operating or
repairing equipment. 8.d.5. Do not work next to welding power source.

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7.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.

7.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.

7.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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7.h. To avoid scalding, do not remove the

radiator pressure cap when the engine is
hot.

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PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ 6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de

Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions prévenir tout risque d’incendie dû aux étincelles.
et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce
manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suiv- 7. Quand on ne soude pas, poser la pince à une endroit isolé de
antes: la masse. Un court-circuit accidental peut provoquer un
échauffement et un risque d’incendie.
Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Arc
1. Protegez-vous contre la secousse électrique: 8. S’assurer que la masse est connectée le plus prés possible de
la zone de travail qu’il est pratique de le faire. Si on place la
a. Les circuits à l’électrode et à la piéce sont sous tension masse sur la charpente de la construction ou d’autres endroits
quand la machine à souder est en marche. Eviter toujours éloignés de la zone de travail, on augmente le risque de voir
tout contact entre les parties sous tension et la peau nue passer le courant de soudage par les chaines de levage,
ou les vétements mouillés. Porter des gants secs et sans câbles de grue, ou autres circuits. Cela peut provoquer des
trous pour isoler les mains. risques d’incendie ou d’echauffement des chaines et des
b. Faire trés attention de bien s’isoler de la masse quand on câbles jusqu’à ce qu’ils se rompent.
soude dans des endroits humides, ou sur un plancher met-
allique ou des grilles metalliques, principalement dans 9. Assurer une ventilation suffisante dans la zone de soudage.
les positions assis ou couché pour lesquelles une grande Ceci est particuliérement important pour le soudage de tôles
partie du corps peut être en contact avec la masse. galvanisées plombées, ou cadmiées ou tout autre métal qui
c. Maintenir le porte-électrode, la pince de masse, le câble de produit des fumeés toxiques.
soudage et la machine à souder en bon et sûr état defonc-
tionnement. 10. Ne pas souder en présence de vapeurs de chlore provenant
d.Ne jamais plonger le porte-électrode dans l’eau pour le d’opérations de dégraissage, nettoyage ou pistolage. La
refroidir. chaleur ou les rayons de l’arc peuvent réagir avec les vapeurs
e. Ne jamais toucher simultanément les parties sous tension du solvant pour produire du phosgéne (gas fortement toxique)
des porte-électrodes connectés à deux machines à soud- ou autres produits irritants.
er parce que la tension entre les deux pinces peut être le
total de la tension à vide des deux machines. 11. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements sur la sûreté, voir
f. Si on utilise la machine à souder comme une source de le code “Code for safety in welding and cutting” CSA Standard
courant pour soudage semi-automatique, ces precautions W 117.2-1974.
pour le porte-électrode s’applicuent 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
PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ POUR
enrouler le câble-électrode autour de n’importe quelle partie LES MACHINES À SOUDER À
du corps.
TRANSFORMATEUR ET À
3. Un coup d’arc peut être plus sévère qu’un coup de soliel, REDRESSEUR
donc:

a. Utiliser un bon masque avec un verre filtrant approprié 1. Relier à la terre le chassis du poste conformement au code de
ainsi qu’un verre blanc afin de se protéger les yeux du ray- l’électricité et aux recommendations du fabricant. Le dispositif
onnement de l’arc et des projections quand on soude ou de montage ou la piece à souder doit être branché à une
quand on regarde l’arc. bonne mise à la terre.
b. Porter des vêtements convenables afin de protéger la peau
de soudeur et des aides contre le rayonnement de l‘arc. 2. Autant que possible, I’installation et l’entretien du poste seront
c. Protéger l’autre personnel travaillant à proximité au effectués par un électricien qualifié.
soudage à l’aide d’écrans appropriés et non-inflammables.
3. Avant de faires des travaux à l’interieur de poste, la debranch-
4. Des gouttes de laitier en fusion sont émises de l’arc de er à l’interrupteur à la boite de fusibles.
soudage. Se protéger avec des vêtements de protection libres
de l’huile, tels que les gants en cuir, chemise épaisse, pan- 4. Garder tous les couvercles et dispositifs de sûreté à leur
talons sans revers, et chaussures montantes. place.

5. Toujours porter des lunettes de sécurité dans la zone de

soudage. Utiliser des lunettes avec écrans lateraux dans les
zones où l’on pique le laitier.
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for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you

Thank You to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product •••
as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you!

Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately

When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaser upon receipt by the carrier. Consequently, Claims
for material damaged in shipment must be made by the purchaser against the transportation company at the
time the shipment is received.

Please record your equipment identification information below for future reference. This information can be found
on your machine nameplate.
Model Name & Number _____________________________________

Code & Serial Number _____________________________________

Date of Purchase _____________________________________

Whenever you request replacement parts for or information on this equipment always supply the information you
have recorded above.

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.

CAUTION
This statement appears where the information must be followed to avoid minor personal injury or damage to
this equipment.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Safety .......................................................................................................................................i-iv

Installation.......................................................................................................................Section A
Technical Specifications .......................................................................................................A-1
Safety Precautions ...............................................................................................................A-2
General Description..............................................................................................................A-2
Connection to Power Supply and Welding Power Source....................................................A-2
Connection to the Gun and Cable Assembly .......................................................................A-3
Locating the Vacuum Source ...............................................................................................A-3

Operation.........................................................................................................................Section B
Safety Instructions................................................................................................................B-1
Operating Instructions ..........................................................................................................B-1

Maintenance....................................................................................................................Section C
Safety Precautions ...............................................................................................................C-1
Routine and Periodic Maintenance ......................................................................................C-1
Emptying the Spark Trap...............................................................................................C-1
Replacing the Filter .......................................................................................................C-1
Changing Motor Brushes ..............................................................................................C-1

Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................Section D

Parts Manual ...................................................................................................................Appendix

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A-1 INSTALLATION A-1

Technical Specifications- Magnum X-Tractor 1GX

INPUT
Sales Spec Input Voltage Input Current

K173-2 120V, 1ø 50/60 Hz 10 A (light duty, intermittent use)

VACUUM SPECIFICATIONS
Air Flow without a hose Air Flow with provided hose attached

3 3 3 3
96 ft / min (164 m / hr) 88 ft / min (149 m / hr)

FILTER LIFE
Approximately 400 lbs. of electrode under normal solid wire GMAW conditions

OPERATING SOUND LEVEL

75 dBA

AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF DELAY

5 to 25 seconds (user adjustable)

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
HEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH WEIGHT

14.4” (365 mm) 8.1” (205 mm) 32.5” (825 mm) 34 lbs (15.5 kg)

MAGNUM X-TRACTOR 1GX

A-2 INSTALLATION A-2

Read this entire installation section before you GENERAL DESCRIPTION

start installation.

The K173-2 Magnum X-Tractor vacuum source is

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS made up of a vacuum motor and control assembly, a
Do not attempt to use this equipment until you have sheet metal filter cabinet with filter, and a metal spark
thoroughly read all installation, operating and mainte- trap with an inlet pipe on it. These three basic compo-
nance information supplied with your equipment. They nents fasten together and can easily be separated for
include important safety precautions and detailed servicing. The vacuum is also shipped with a hose
operating and maintenance instructions. adapter to fit 1-3/4” (45 mm) exhaust hose. Lincoln
Electric has 1-3/4” hoses for both regular duty (PVC
WARNING flexhose S19947- ) and heavy duty (Reinforced rubber
S14927-8) applications.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
The vacuum motor and control are enclosed in a mold-
•Do not touch electrically live parts such ed housing. Inside the housing are the vacuum motor
as internal wiring. and blower. The motor uses a separate source of cool-
ing air, independent of the warm filtered air, to assure
•Insulate yourself from the work and cool operation. The motor also uses long life carbon
ground. brushes that can be replaced should they ever wear
out. On top of the housing are the power on/off/auto
•Always wear dry insulating gloves. rocker switch, adjustable rotary knob to set the auto-
------------------------------------------------------------------------ matic shut off delay time after welding stops, a full filter
indicator light to signal when the filter needs changing,
MOVING PARTS can injure. a pilot light to indicate that the power switch is in the
“auto” mode, and an area designed to accept the work
•Do not operate with covers open or fil- cable so the unit can sense welding current in the
ter removed. cable.
•Keep away from moving parts. The sheet metal filter cabinet is a non-pressurized cab-
------------------------------------------------------------------------ inet. All the vacuum air flow passes through the totally
Only qualified personnel should install, use or service enclosed disposable filter and out the top of the cabi-
this equipment. net through a sound trap. This means that the cabinet
can be drilled and mounted more permanently, as long
The Magnum X-Tractor 1GX vacuum source was as the fasteners don’t puncture the cardboard filter
designed to provide the required fume extraction vacu- box. The filter can be removed from the cabinet with-
um for any semiautomatic Magnum X-Tractor fume out tools, thrown away as a unit, and a new one
extraction gun and cable assembly. The X-Tractor 1GX installed in one or two minutes. Because the filter
will filter the collected visible particulate matter and media is totally enclosed, the user will not come in con-
exhaust visibly clean air. There is an indicator light on tact with the collected matter. The filter life varies
the unit that signals when the filter needs to be based on the electrode and welding parameters used.
changed. The 1GX uses a cardboard enclosed, dis- The filter efficiency is 99.7%.
posable filter that is extremely easy and clean to
change. At the opposite end of the filter cabinet from the vacu-
um is the sheet metal spark trap and inlet pipe. The
The 1GX vacuum is portable and is intended for light spark trap can be removed without tools, emptied, and
duty or intermittent use. Because it has a disposable replaced in about a minute.
(i.e. not cleanable) paper filter, the X-Tractor 1GX is not
recommended for heavy duty applications such as
Innershield®. The 1GX can be operated either in the Connection to Power Supply and
continuous mode or in the automatic mode. The auto Welding Power Source
mode senses the current in the welding cable to turn
the vacuum on, and after a user determined time delay, The Magnum X-Tractor 1GX vacuum source is shipped
will turn itself off after welding stops. from the factory with a standard grounded 115 volt plug
attached to the end of the 16.4 ft. (5 meter) long input
power cord. This plug can be mated to any 115V/50/60
Hz supply, either in the wall or the auxiliary receptacles
provided on some welding power sources.

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A-3 INSTALLATION A-3

In order to take advantage of the automatic stop/start instructions provided with that equipment.
feature of the K173-2, the work cable from the power
source needs to be routed through the sensor located d)Mark and drill both the vacuum cabinet and
at the motor end of the vacuum source. This sensor, or the other panel for the fasteners to be used.
cable holder, is located on top of the plastic motor
housing and has two bristle brushes on it which keep e)Fasten the cabinet to the mating panel, using
the cable in place. For low current welding applica- any spacers if they are required. Carefully
tions, the work cable may need to be routed through choose fasteners with flat heads or other low
the cable holder twice to assure 100% performance of type head so they don’t interfere inside the
the sensor. vacuum cabinet with filter installation.

Connection to the Gun and Cable f)Carefully reassemble and connect both the
power source (or other equipment) and the
Assembly vacuum unit.

The hose adapter supplied will mate with any 1-3/4”

(45 mm) exhaust hose. Lincoln Electric has 1-3/4”
hoses for both regular duty (PVC flexhose S19947- )
and heavy duty (Reinforced rubber 14927-8) applica-
tions. Simply connect the hose adapter to the hose
and connect the adapter to the K173-2. Do the same
at the other end of the hose with the gun or suction
head being used.

Tighten the hose clamps to keep the hose in place.

Locating the Vacuum Source

Because of its size and weight, the X-Tractor 1GX can
be located almost anywhere in the work area. Since
only particulate matter is filtered out of the air and
because the unfiltered gases may contain odors, it is
recommended that the vacuum be placed away from
the user and other personnel as far as convenient with-
in the constraints of the hoses and cables.

The filter cabinet of the 1GX is not pressurized, so it is

possible to drill holes in the sheet metal box without
affecting performance. This means that a more per-
manent mounting can be achieved by bolting or screw-
ing the vacuum to a power source or other nearby
equipment. If this type of mounting is desired:

a)Physically check that the vacuum will fit in

the desired location, and that the spark trap
and filter cartridge can still be maintained
after the installation. This may require that a
special spacer or washer be made to keep
the vacuum spaced away from the other
equipment.

b)Remove the spark trap, filter cartridge, and

blower/motor assembly from the cabinet.

c)Carefully remove the panel from the power

source or other equipment that the vacuum
will be mounted to, following all warnings and

MAGNUM X-TRACTOR 1GX

B-1 OPERATION B-1

Read and understand this entire section before operat- OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ing your Magnum X-Tractor 1GX.
The 1GX vacuum can be operated in either the “On” or
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS “Auto” mode by selecting the desired operation at the
rocker switch on the motor housing. In the “On” posi-
Do not attempt to use this equipment until you have tion, the vacuum will be on continuously. In the “Auto”
thoroughly read all operating and maintenance man- position, the “Auto On” light will be illuminated but the
uals supplied with your equipment and any related vacuum will only come on when the sensor detects
welding machine it will be used with. They include welding current in the cable.
important safety precautions, operating and mainte-
nance instructions and parts lists. NOTE:The work cable must be routed through the
cable holder on the motor housing in order for the
“Auto” feature to work.
WARNING
“Auto” operation of the vacuum will reduce shop noise
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. when there is no welding being done. It will also
increase the life of the vacuum motor and brushes dra-
•Do not touch electrically live parts such matically since, in semiautomatic welding, the unit will
as output terminals or internal wiring. probably be off more than 50% of the time.

•Insulate yourself from the work and When utilizing the “Auto” feature, the operator should
ground. adjust the delay knob for the application. This knob will
allow the vacuum to continue operating from 5 to 25
•Always wear dry insulating gloves. seconds after welding stops. The longer delay time
------------------------------------------------------------------------ should be used when:

WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or •There is a series of very quick tack welds, so
explosion. the vacuum doesn’t keep stopping and start-
ing.
•Keep flammable material away.
•In applications that cause the gun to run hot,
•Do not weld upon containers which the delay will help the gun cool off more quick-
have held combustibles. ly between welds.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
•In very smoky conditions, the delay will help
ARC RAYS can burn. clear out more residual fumes.

•Wear eye, ear and body protection.

------------------------------------------------------------------------
Only qualified personnel should operate this equip-
ment.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Always operate this equipment with the filter installed

and covers in place as these provide maximum protec-
tion from moving parts and insure proper vacuum oper-
ation and cooling air flow.

MAGNUM X-TRACTOR 1GX

C-1 MAINTENANCE C-1

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION

WARNING
EXCESSIVE AIR FILTER RESTRICTION WILL
•Have a qualified technician do the maintenance RESULT IN REDUCED VACUUM LIFE. ALWAYS
and troubleshooting work. CHANGE THE FILTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
AFTER THE CHANGE FILTER LIGHT ILLUMINATES.
•Turn the equipment off before working inside the ------------------------------------------------------------------------
machine.
a)Turn off power to the vacuum.
•Remove covers only when necessary and replace
them when the maintenance requiring their b)Remove the hose from the spark trap.
removal is complete.
c)Release the latches and remove the trap
•Always use the greatest care when working near from the filter cabinet.
moving parts.
------------------------------------------------------------------------ d)Pull the filter out of the cabinet.

Read the Safety Precautions in front of this manual and e)Push a new filter into the cabinet. Be sure it
the welder instruction manual before working on this is fully inserted (a small pipe inside the cab-
machine. inet must be forced through the back of the
filter, so be sure to push the cartridge com-
Keep all equipment covers and devices in position and pletely in).
in good repair. Keep hands, hair, clothing and tools
away from fans and all other moving parts when oper- f)Reinstall the spark trap and replace the hose.
ating or repairing the equipment.
Changing Motor Brushes

ROUTINE AND PERIODIC If the carbon motor brushes become worn out, replace
them by following the instructions provided with the
MAINTENANCE replacement brushes.

Emptying the Spark Trap

The spark trap should be emptied each time a filter is

changed, and more often when the welding conditions
cause high spatter.

a)Remove the hose from the spark trap.

b)Release the latches and pull the trap from

the filter cabinet.

c)Shake the opening of the spark trap over a

waste bin until the trap is empty.

d)Reinstall the trap and reconnect the hose.

Replacing the Filter

The filter cartridge in the Magnum X-Tractor 1GX is dis-

posable and should last through the use of about 400
lbs. of electrode under normal solid wire GMAW condi-
tions. The indicator light on the motor housing will light
up when the filter is in need of replacement.

MAGNUM X-TRACTOR 1GX

D-1 TROUBLESHOOTING D-1

HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

WARNING
Service and Repair should only be performed by Lincoln Electric Factory Trained Personnel.
Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician
and machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid
Electrical Shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this
manual.
__________________________________________________________________________
This Troubleshooting Guide is provided to
help you locate and repair possible machine
malfunctions. Simply follow the three-step
procedure listed below.

Step 1. LOCATE PROBLEM (SYMPTOM). Step 3. RECOMMENDED COURSE OF

Look under the column labeled “PROBLEM ACTION
(SYMPTOMS)”. This column describes pos-
sible symptoms that the machine may exhib- If you have exhausted all of the items in step
it. Find the listing that best describes the 2. Contact your Local Lincoln Authorized
symptom that the machine is exhibiting. Field Service Facility.
Symptoms are grouped into the following
categories: engine problems, function prob-
lems and output problems.

Step 2. PERFORM EXTERNAL TESTS.

The second column labeled “POSSIBLE
AREAS OF MISADJUSTMENT(S)” lists the
obvious external possibilities that may con-
tribute to the machine symptom. Perform
these tests/checks in the order listed. In
general, these tests can be conducted with-
out removing the case wrap-around cover.

CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local
Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.

MAGNUM X-TRACTOR 1GX

D-2 TROUBLESHOOTING D-2

Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

PROBLEMS POSSIBLE AREAS OF RECOMMENDED
(SYMPTOMS) MISADJUSTMENTS(S) COURSE OF ACTION
PROBLEMS
Low Vacuum. 1.Be sure all tubing connections are
tight and there are no punctures in
hose.

Motor won’t operate in any mode. 1.Verify power to the unit.

2.Check motor brushes and replace

if necessary. Contact your Local Lincoln Authorized
Field Service Facility for technical
Motor won’t operate in “Auto” mode. 1.Check to see that the “Auto” light is troubleshooting assistance.
on.
2.Be sure that the welding “work”
cable is properly routed through the
cable holder on the vacuum motor
housing. Route the cable through
twice for lower current welding appli-
cations.

CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local
Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.

MAGNUM X-TRACTOR 1GX

1 PARTS 1

MAGNUM
X-TRACTOR 1GX
PARTS MANUAL
Code: 10204

NOTE: This Parts Manual is provided as an informative guide only, when ordering parts always refer to the
Lincoln Electric Parts List.

MAGNUM X-TRACTOR 1GX

2 PARTS 2
P-202-K
MAGNUM X-TRACTOR VACUUM SOURCE


















L8481
2-3-95K
NOTE: This Parts Manual is provided as an informative guide only, when ordering parts always
refer to the Lincoln Electric Parts List.

MAGNUM X-TRACTOR 1GX

3 PARTS 3
P-202-K.1
MAGNUM X-TRACTOR VACUUM SOURCE
Part No.
Item Description No. Req’d.
1 Filter S20000-1 1
2 Complete Motor Assembly S20000-2 1
3 Brush (To Hold Work Cable) S20000-3 1
4 Rubber Feet (3 pieces) S20000-4 1
5 Handle S20000-5 1
6 Sound Trap S20000-6 1
7 Spark Trap S20000-7 1
8 Rocker Switch (3 Position) S20000-8 1
9 Potentiometer S20000-9 1
10 Knob S20000-10 1
11 Circuit Board S20000-11 1
12 Carbon Brushes S20000-12 1
15 Exhaust Cover S20000-15 1

ITEMS NOT ILLUSTRATED

13 Hose Dia. 45mm (1.77”) x 5m (16.4 ft) long
(Standard on K173-1, Optional on K173-2) S19947-5 1
14 Hose Connector S20591-12 1

2-22-95

NOTE: This Parts Manual is provided as an informative guide only, when ordering parts always refer to the
Lincoln Electric Parts List.

MAGNUM X-TRACTOR 1GX

 ● Do not touch electrically live parts or ● Keep flammable materials away. ● Wear eye, ear and body protection.

WARNING electrode with skin or wet clothing.

● Insulate yourself from work and
ground.
Spanish
● No toque las partes o los electrodos ● Mantenga el material combustible ● Protéjase los ojos, los oídos y el
AVISO DE bajo carga con la piel o ropa moja-
da.
fuera del área de trabajo. cuerpo.

PRECAUCION ● Aislese del trabajo y de la tierra.

French ● Ne laissez ni la peau ni des vête- ● Gardez à l’écart de tout matériel ● Protégez vos yeux, vos oreilles et
ments mouillés entrer en contact inflammable. votre corps.
ATTENTION avec des pièces sous tension.
● Isolez-vous du travail et de la terre.

German ● Berühren Sie keine stromführenden ● Entfernen Sie brennbarres Material! ● Tragen Sie Augen-, Ohren- und Kör-
Teile oder Elektroden mit Ihrem perschutz!
WARNUNG Körper oder feuchter Kleidung!
● Isolieren Sie sich von den
Elektroden und dem Erdboden!
Portuguese
● Não toque partes elétricas e elec- ● Mantenha inflamáveis bem guarda- ● Use proteção para a vista, ouvido e
trodos com a pele ou roupa molha- dos. corpo.
ATENÇÃO da.
● Isole-se da peça e terra.

Japanese

Chinese

Korean

Arabic

READ AND UNDERSTAND THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTION FOR THIS EQUIPMENT AND THE CONSUMABLES TO
BE USED AND FOLLOW YOUR EMPLOYER’S SAFETY PRACTICES.

SE RECOMIENDA LEER Y ENTENDER LAS INSTRUCCIONES DEL FABRICANTE PARA EL USO DE ESTE EQUIPO Y LOS
CONSUMIBLES QUE VA A UTILIZAR, SIGA LAS MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD DE SU SUPERVISOR.

LISEZ ET COMPRENEZ LES INSTRUCTIONS DU FABRICANT EN CE QUI REGARDE CET EQUIPMENT ET LES PRODUITS A
ETRE EMPLOYES ET SUIVEZ LES PROCEDURES DE SECURITE DE VOTRE EMPLOYEUR.

LESEN SIE UND BEFOLGEN SIE DIE BETRIEBSANLEITUNG DER ANLAGE UND DEN ELEKTRODENEINSATZ DES HER-
STELLERS. DIE UNFALLVERHÜTUNGSVORSCHRIFTEN DES ARBEITGEBERS SIND EBENFALLS ZU BEACHTEN.
● Keep your head out of fumes. ● Turn power off before servicing. ● Do not operate with panel open or
● Use ventilation or exhaust to
remove fumes from breathing zone.
guards off.
WARNING
● Los humos fuera de la zona de res- Spanish
● Desconectar el cable de ali- ● No operar con panel abierto o
piración.
● Mantenga la cabeza fuera de los
mentación de poder de la máquina
antes de iniciar cualquier servicio.
guardas quitadas. AVISO DE
humos. Utilice ventilación o
aspiración para gases.
PRECAUCION
● Gardez la tête à l’écart des fumées. ● Débranchez le courant avant l’entre- ● N’opérez pas avec les panneaux French
● Utilisez un ventilateur ou un aspira- tien. ouverts ou avec les dispositifs de
teur pour ôter les fumées des zones
de travail.
protection enlevés. ATTENTION
● Vermeiden Sie das Einatmen von ● Strom vor Wartungsarbeiten ● Anlage nie ohne Schutzgehäuse German
Schweibrauch! abschalten! (Netzstrom völlig öff- oder Innenschutzverkleidung in
● Sorgen Sie für gute Be- und
Entlüftung des Arbeitsplatzes!
nen; Maschine anhalten!) Betrieb setzen! WARNUNG
Portuguese
● Mantenha seu rosto da fumaça. ● Não opere com as tampas removidas. ● Mantenha-se afastado das partes
● Use ventilação e exhaustão para ● Desligue a corrente antes de fazer moventes.
remover fumo da zona respiratória. serviço. ● Não opere com os paineis abertos ATENÇÃO
● Não toque as partes elétricas nuas. ou guardas removidas.

Japanese

Chinese

Korean

Arabic

LEIA E COMPREENDA AS INSTRUÇÕES DO FABRICANTE PARA ESTE EQUIPAMENTO E AS PARTES DE USO, E SIGA AS
PRÁTICAS DE SEGURANÇA DO EMPREGADOR.
 LIMITED WARRANTY
STATEMENT OF WARRANTY: TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE:

The Lincoln Electric Company (Lincoln) warrants to the You are required to notify Lincoln Electric, your Lincoln
original purchaser (end-user) of new equipment that it will Distributor, Lincoln Service Center or Field Service Shop of
be free of defects in workmanship and material. any defect within the warranty period. Written notification is
recommended.
This warranty is void if Lincoln finds that the equipment has
been subjected to improper care or abnormal operation.
WARRANTY REPAIR:
WARRANTY PERIOD:
If Lincoln's inspection of the equipment confirms the exis-
All warranty periods date from the date of shipment to the tence of a defect covered by this warranty, the defect will be
original purchaser and are as follows: corrected by repair or replacement at Lincoln's option.

Three Years: WARRANTY COSTS:

Transformer Welders
Motor-generator Welders You must bear the cost of shipping the equipment to a
Inverter Welders Lincoln Service Center or Field Service Shop as well as
Automatic Wire Feeders return shipment to you from that location.
Semiautomatic Wire Feeders
Plasma-cutting Power Source IMPORTANT WARRANTY LIMITATIONS:
Engine Driven Welders (except engine and engine
accessories) with operating speed under 2,000 RPM • Lincoln will not accept responsibility for repairs made
without its authorization.
Two Years:
Engine Driven Welders (except engine, engine
• Lincoln shall not be liable for consequential damages
accessories and Power-Arc generator/welders)
(such as loss of business, etc.) caused by the defect or
with operating speed over 2,000 RPM
reasonable delay in correcting the defect.
ed

All engine and engine accessories are warranted by the

• Lincoln's liability under this warranty shall not exceed
1 sed

engine or engine accessory manufacturer and are not cov-

ered by this warranty. the cost of correcting the defect.

• This written warranty is the only express warranty

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One Year:
Equipment not listed above such as gun and cable assem- provided by Lincoln with respect to its products.
Warranties implied by law such as the Warranty of
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blies, water coolers, FAS TRAK or MIG-TRAK equipment,

Power-Arc generator/welders, Wire Feed Module (Factory Merchantability are limited to the duration of this
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Installed) and field-installed optional equipment. limited warranty for the equipment involved.
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August, ‘94
superseded

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