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VRTEX® 360

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

IM10046-EOctober 2012

Safety Depends on YouLincoln equipment is designedand built with safety in mind.However, your overall safety canbe increased by proper installa-tion ... and thoughtful operationon your part. DO NOT INSTALL,OPERATE OR REPAIR THISEQUIPMENT WITHOUT READ-ING THIS MANUAL AND THESAFETY PRECAUTIONS CON-TAINED THROUGHOUT. And,most importantly, think beforeyou act and be careful.

NOTICE

The VRTEX® 360 is a virtu-al reality arc weldingtraining machine onlyand NOT a real arcwelder. When weldingwith arc welding equip-ment, be aware of allstandard safety practicesassociated with arc weld-ing. Some standardwarnings are included inthis manual.

For use with machines having Code Numbers: AD1332-1 Software Version 1.2.4AD1332-2AD1332-4AD1332-5

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Copyright © Lincoln Global Inc.

THANK YOU FOR SELECTING A QUALITY PRODUCT BY LINCOLN ELEC TRIC.

PLEASE EXAMINE CARTON AND EQUIPMENT FORDAMAGE IMMEDIATELY

When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaserupon receipt by the carrier. Consequently, claims for materialdamaged in shipment must be made by the purchaser against thetransportation company at the time the shipment is received.

SAFETY DEPENDS ON YOU

Lincoln arc welding and cutting equipment is designed and builtwith safety in mind. However, your overall safety can be increasedby proper installation ... and thoughtful operation on your part. DO NOT INSTALL, OPERATE OR REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT READING THIS MANUAL AND THE SAFETYPRECAUTIONS CONTAINED THROUGHOUT. And, most importantly,think before you act and be careful.

This statement appears where the information must be followedexactly to avoid serious personal injury or loss of life.

This statement appears where the information must be followedto avoid minor personal injury or damage to this equipment.

KEEP YOUR HEAD OUT OF THE FUMES.

DON’T get too close to the arc.Use corrective lenses if necessaryto stay a reasonable distanceaway from the arc.

READ and obey the Safety DataSheet (SDS) and the warning labelthat appears on all containers ofwelding materials.

USE ENOUGH VENTILATION orexhaust at the arc, or both, tokeep the fumes and gases from your breathing zone and the general area.

IN A LARGE ROOM OR OUTDOORS, natural ventilation may beadequate if you keep your head out of the fumes (See below).

USE NATURAL DRAFTS or fans to keep the fumes away from your face.

If you de velop unusual symptoms, see your supervisor. Perhaps the welding atmosphere and ventilation system should be checked.

WEAR CORRECT EYE, EAR & BODY PROTECTION

PROTECT your eyes and face with welding helmetproperly fitted and with proper grade of filter plate(See ANSI Z49.1).

PROTECT your body from welding spatter and arcflash with protective clothing including woolenclothing, flame-proof apron and gloves, leatherleggings, and high boots.

PROTECT others from splatter, flash, and glarewith protective screens or barriers.

IN SOME AREAS, protection from noise may be appropriate.

BE SURE protective equipment is in good condition.

Also, wear safety glasses in work areaAT ALL TIMES.

SPECIAL SITUATIONS

DO NOT WELD OR CUT containers or materials which previouslyhad been in contact with hazardous substances unless they areproperly cleaned. This is extremely dangerous.

DO NOT WELD OR CUT painted or plated parts unless specialprecautions with ventilation have been taken. They can releasehighly toxic fumes or gases.

Additional precautionary measures

PROTECT compressed gas cylinders from excessive heat,mechanical shocks, and arcs; fasten cylinders so they cannot fall.

BE SURE cylinders are never grounded or part of an electrical circuit.

REMOVE all potential fire hazards from welding area.

ALWAYS HAVE FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT READY FORIMMEDIATE USE AND KNOW HOW TO USE IT.

WARNING

CAUTION

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SECTION A:WARNINGS

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS

WARNING: Breathing diesel engine exhaustexposes you to chemicals known to the Stateof California to cause cancer and birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.• Always start and operate the engine in a

well-ventilated area.• If in an exposed area, vent the exhaust to the outside.• Do not modify or tamper with the exhaust system. • Do not idle the engine except as necessary.For more information go to www.P65 warnings.ca.gov/diesel

WARNING: This product, when used for welding or

cutting, produces fumes or gases which contain

chemicals known to the State of California to cause

birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California

Health & Safety Code § 25249.5 et seq.)

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm

www.P65warnings.ca.gov

ARC WELDING CAN BE HAZARDOUS. PROTECTYOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUSINJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS SHOULD CONSULT WITHTHEIR DOCTOR BEFORE OPERATING.

Read and understand the following safety highlights. Foradditional 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 AREPERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.

FOR ENGINE POWEREDEQUIPMENT.

1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshootingand maintenance work unless themaintenance work requires it to be running.

1.b. Operate engines in open, well-ventilated areas or vent the engineexhaust fumes outdoors.

1.c. Do not add the fuel near an open flame weldingarc or when the engine is running. Stop theengine and allow it to cool before refueling toprevent spilled fuel from vaporizing on contact

with hot engine parts and igniting. Do not spill fuel when fillingtank. If fuel is spilled, wipe it up and do not start engine untilfumes 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 orrepairing equipment.

1.e. In some cases it may be necessary to remove safety guards toperform required maintenance. Remove guards only whennecessary and replace them when the maintenance requiringtheir removal is complete. Always use the greatest care whenworking near moving parts.

1.f. Do not put your hands near the engine fan. Do not attempt tooverride the governor or idler by pushing on the throttle controlrods while the engine is running.

1.g. To prevent accidentally starting gasoline engines while turningthe engine or welding generator during maintenance work,disconnect the spark plug wires, distributor cap or magneto wireas appropriate.

1.h. To avoid scalding, do not remove the radiatorpressure cap when the engine is hot.

ELECTRIC ANDMAGNETIC FIELDS MAYBE DANGEROUS

2.a. Electric current flowing through any conductorcauses 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 physicianbefore welding.

2.c. Exposure to EMF fields in welding may have other health effectswhich are now not known.

2.d. All welders should use the following procedures in order tominimize exposure to EMF fields from the welding circuit:

2.d.1. Route the electrode and work cables together - Securethem 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 workcables. If the electrode cable is on your right side, thework cable should also be on your right side.

2.d.4. Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as pos-sible to the area being welded.

2.d.5. Do not work next to welding power source.

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ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL.

3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits areelectrically “hot” when the welder is on. Donot 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 areaof 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 weldinggun are also electrically “hot”.

3.d. Always be sure the work cable makes a good electricalconnection with the metal being welded. The connection shouldbe 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 andwelding machine in good, safe operating condition. Replacedamaged insulation.

3.g. Never dip the electrode in water for cooling.

3.h. Never simultaneously touch electrically “hot” parts of electrodeholders connected to two welders because voltage between thetwo can be the total of the open circuit voltage of bothwelders.

3.i. When working above floor level, use a safety belt to protectyourself from a fall should you get a shock.

3.j. Also see It ems 6.c. and 8.

ARC RAYS CAN BURN.

4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect youreyes from sparks and the rays of the arc when welding orobserving open arc welding. Headshield and filter lens shouldconform to ANSI Z87. I standards.

4.b. Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant materialto protect your skin and that of your helpers from the arc rays.

4.c. Protect other nearby personnel with suitable, non-flammablescreening and/or warn them not to watch the arc nor exposethemselves to the arc rays or to hot spatter or metal.

FUMES AND GASESCAN BE DANGEROUS.

5.a. Welding may produce fumes and gaseshazardous to health. Avoid breathing thesefumes and gases. When welding, keep your head out of the fume.Use enough ventilation and/or exhaust at the arc to keep fumesand gases away from the breathing zone. When welding

hardfacing (see instructions on container or SDS)

or on lead or cadmium plated steel and other

metals or coatings which produce highly toxic

fumes, keep exposure as low as possible and

within applicable OSHA PEL and ACGIH TLV limits

using local exhaust or mechanical ventilation

unless exposure assessments indicate otherwise.

In confined spaces or in some circumstances,

outdoors, a respirator may also be required.

Additional precautions are also required when

welding

on galvanized steel.

5. b. The operation of welding fume control equipment is affected byvarious factors including proper use and positioning of theequipment, maintenance of the equipment and the specificwelding procedure and application involved. Worker exposurelevel should be checked upon installation and periodicallythereafter to be certain it is within applicable OSHA PEL andACGIH TLV limits.

5.c. Do not weld in locations near chlorinated hydrocarbon vaporscoming from degreasing, cleaning or spraying operations. Theheat and rays of the arc can react with solvent vapors to formphosgene, a highly toxic gas, and other irritating products.

5.d. Shielding gases used for arc welding can displace air and causeinjury or death. Always use enough ventilation, especially inconfined areas, to insure breathing air is safe.

5.e. Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions for thisequipment and the consumables to be used, including theSafety Data Sheet (SDS) and follow your employer’s safetypractices. SDS forms are available from your weldingdistributor or from the manufacturer.

5.f. Also see item 1.b.

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WELDING AND CUTTINGSPARKS CAN CAUSEFIRE OR EXPLOSION.

6.a. Remove fire hazards from the welding area. Ifthis is not possible, cover them to prevent the welding sparksfrom starting a fire. Remember that welding sparks and hotmaterials from welding can easily go through small cracks andopenings 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, specialprecautions 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 istouching the work or ground. Accidental contact can causeoverheating and create a fire hazard.

6.d. Do not heat, cut or weld tanks, drums or containers until theproper 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 SafePractices for the Preparation for Welding and Cutting ofContainers 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 orwelding. They may explode.

6.f. Sparks and spatter are thrown from the welding arc. Wear oil freeprotective garments such as leather gloves, heavy shirt, cufflesstrousers, high shoes and a cap over your hair. Wear ear plugswhen welding out of position or in confined places. Always wearsafety glasses with side shields when in a welding area.

6.g. Connect the work cable to the work as close to the welding areaas practical. Work cables connected to the building framework orother locations away from the welding area increase thepossibility of the welding current passing through lifting chains,crane cables or other alternate circuits. This can create firehazards 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 DuringWelding, Cutting and Other Hot Work”, available from NFPA, 1Batterymarch Park, PO box 9101, Quincy, MA 022690-9101.

6.j. Do not use a welding power source for pipe thawing.

CYLINDER MAY EXPLODE IFDAMAGED.

7.a. Use only compressed gas cylinders containingthe correct shielding gas for the process usedand properly operating regulators designed forthe gas and pressure used. All hoses, fittings,etc. should be suitable for the application andmaintained in good condition.

7.b. Always keep cylinders in an upright position securely chained toan undercarriage or fixed support.

7.c. Cylinders should be located:

• Away from areas where they may be struck or subjectedto physical damage.

• A safe distance from arc welding or cutting operationsand any other source of heat, sparks, or flame.

7.d. Never allow the electrode, electrode holder or any otherelectrically “hot” parts to touch a cylinder.

7.e. Keep your head and face away from the cylinder valve outletwhen opening the cylinder valve.

7.f. Valve protection caps should always be in place and hand tightexcept 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 forSafe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders,” available fromthe Compressed Gas Association, 14501 George Carter WayChantilly, VA 20151.

FOR ELECTRICALLYPOWERED EQUIPMENT.

8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnectswitch at the fuse box before working on the equipment.

8.b. Install equipment in accordance with the U.S. National ElectricalCode, all local codes and the manufacturer’s recommendations.

8.c. Ground the equipment in accordance with the U.S. NationalElectrical Code and the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Refer to

http://www.lincolnelectric.com/safety

for additional safety information.

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PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉPour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructionset les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans cemanuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suiv-antes:

Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Arc1. Protegez-vous contre la secousse électrique:

a. Les circuits à l’électrode et à la piéce sont sous tensionquand la machine à souder est en marche. Eviter toujourstout contact entre les parties sous tension et la peau nueou les vétements mouillés. Porter des gants secs et sanstrous pour isoler les mains.

b. Faire trés attention de bien s’isoler de la masse quand onsoude dans des endroits humides, ou sur un planchermetallique ou des grilles metalliques, principalement dans les positions assis ou couché pour lesquelles une grandepartie du corps peut être en contact avec la masse.

c. Maintenir le porte-électrode, la pince de masse, le câblede soudage et la machine à souder en bon et sûr étatdefonctionnement.

d.Ne jamais plonger le porte-électrode dans l’eau pour lerefroidir.

e. Ne jamais toucher simultanément les parties sous tensiondes porte-électrodes connectés à deux machines à souderparce que la tension entre les deux pinces peut être letotal de la tension à vide des deux machines.

f. Si on utilise la machine à souder comme une source decourant pour soudage semi-automatique, ces precautionspour le porte-électrode s’applicuent aussi au pistolet desoudage.

2. Dans le cas de travail au dessus du niveau du sol, se protégercontre les chutes dans le cas ou on recoit un choc. Ne jamaisenrouler le câble-électrode autour de n’importe quelle partiedu corps.

3. Un coup d’arc peut être plus sévère qu’un coup de soliel,donc:

a. Utiliser un bon masque avec un verre filtrant appropriéainsi qu’un verre blanc afin de se protéger les yeux du ray-onnement de l’arc et des projections quand on soude ouquand on regarde l’arc.

b. Porter des vêtements convenables afin de protéger lapeau de soudeur et des aides contre le rayonnement del‘arc.

c. Protéger l’autre personnel travaillant à proximité ausoudage à l’aide d’écrans appropriés et non-inflammables.

4. Des gouttes de laitier en fusion sont émises de l’arc desoudage. Se protéger avec des vêtements de protection libresde l’huile, 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 desoudage. Utiliser des lunettes avec écrans lateraux dans leszones où l’on pique le laitier.

6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin deprévenir tout risque d’incendie dû aux étincelles.

7. Quand on ne soude pas, poser la pince à une endroit isolé dela masse. Un court-circuit accidental peut provoquer unéchauffement et un risque d’incendie.

8. S’assurer que la masse est connectée le plus prés possiblede la zone de travail qu’il est pratique de le faire. Si on placela masse sur la charpente de la construction ou d’autresendroits éloignés de la zone de travail, on augmente le risquede voir passer le courant de soudage par les chaines de lev-age, câbles de grue, ou autres circuits. Cela peut provoquerdes risques d’incendie ou d’echauffement des chaines et descâbles jusqu’à ce qu’ils se rompent.

9. Assurer une ventilation suffisante dans la zone de soudage.Ceci est particuliérement important pour le soudage de tôlesgalvanisées plombées, ou cadmiées ou tout autre métal quiproduit des fumeés toxiques.

10. Ne pas souder en présence de vapeurs de chlore provenantd’opérations de dégraissage, nettoyage ou pistolage. Lachaleur ou les rayons de l’arc peuvent réagir avec les vapeursdu 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” CSAStandard W 117.2-1974.

PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ POURLES MACHINES À SOUDER ÀTRANSFORMATEUR ET ÀREDRESSEUR

1. Relier à la terre le chassis du poste conformement au code del’électricité et aux recommendations du fabricant. Le dispositifde montage ou la piece à souder doit être branché à unebonne mise à la terre.

2. Autant que possible, I’installation et l’entretien du poste seronteffectués par un électricien qualifié.

3. Avant de faires des travaux à l’interieur de poste, la debranch-er à l’interrupteur à la boite de fusibles.

4. Garder tous les couvercles et dispositifs de sûreté à leurplace.

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Do not place objects on the VR Table, Arm orWeld Machine.

Handle the Face Mounted Display (FMD) integrat-ed helmet with care. When not in use, the Helmetshould be placed on the helmet hanger peg. Ifyou will not be using the system for longer than 4hours, shut down your VRTEX™ 360 System.

Handle the VR SMAW device and VRGMAW/FCAW gun with care. When not in use,these items should be placed on the appropriateholders located on the sides of the VR machine.These devices are customized and cannot be usedon normal welding machines.

Handle the VR Coupons with care. When not inuse, store them in the Coupon Drawer at the backof the VR Weld Machine.

During lightning storms, turn off the system andunplug it from the power outlet.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Before using the FMD please read carefully thesesafety instructions.

Read this handbook and use the FMD device instrict accordance in order to prevent any damageto your eye, other injury, loss of visual functions,property damage or death.

We strongly advise you to get familiar with theFMD device and its capabilities before you use itfor the first time.

Misuse or overuse of this product mayinjure your eye or affect visual function.

Overexposure to video and flashing light may causeor aggravate the following health effects to light-sensi-tive users:

• Eye disease and/or injury, Glaucoma.• Epileptic and other Seizures.• Heart disease or high blood pressure.

Consult your physician before using the FMD if youhave been diagnosed with or are susceptible to any ofthe above health effects.

Some users may experience a seizure when exposedto certain visual images, including flashing lights orpatterns. Even people who have no history of seizuresor epilepsy may have an undiagnosed condition thatcan cause "photosensitive epileptic seizures."

WARNINGS

VRTEX® 360

Seizures may cause loss of consciousness or convul-sions that can lead to injury from falling down or strik-ing nearby objects.

Do not use the FMD when you are drowsy or fatigued.

Immediately, stop using the FMD and consult yourphysician if you experience any of the following symp-toms:

• Double vision or Inability to focus on the display.• Nausea or motion sickness.• Eye fatigue or irritation.• Headaches or dizziness.• Aches and pain in the neck or shoulders.

Electric Shock can kill:• Do not use or store the FMD when

wet or in wet areas.• Do not wrap the cable around your

neck, body or arms.• Turn the power switch off and

unplug the FMD when it will not beused.

------------------------------------------------------------------------General Safety Precautions:

Adjust the headband so the FMD helmet is secureand will not fall off in use. Do not use the FMD if tem-perature is below 0°C/32°F or above 40°C/104°F or inwet, humid, dusty or smoky areas.

Avoid dropping or impact of the FMD frame and dis-plays. If the FMD is damaged contact your retailer.There are no user serviceable parts. Only qualifiedservice personnel should perform any repair on thisproduct.

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Recycling Welding Equipment at End of LifeWaste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

RecyclingRecycling and reclamation of used electrical and electronic equipment is important to many nations and localities. LincolnElectric provides information to assist in the recycling of welding equipment.

This parts list contains a “WEEE” column. The WEEE column describes potential recyclable materials. Materials thatrequire selective trea®ent, according to national regulations, are also identified in the WEEE column.

The following table describes substances that are potentially recyclable. Components with high substance content areidentified within the parts list. Easily identified and common components such as steel screws, steel nuts, steel washersand copper wire are not identified on the list, but are also recyclable. Some components may contain mixed substances.

WEEE in EuropeThis instruction is mandatory for equipment in Europe that displays this symbol:

Do not dispose of electrical equipment together with normal waste!

In observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and its imple-mentation in accordance with national law, electrical equipment that has reached the end of its life must be collected sep-arately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility. As the owner of the equipment, you should getinformation on approved collection systems from your local Lincoln representative. By applying this European Directiveyou will protect the environment and human health!

The following components must be removed from the welding equipment and shall be selectively treated. They shall bedisposed of or recovered in compliance with Council Directive 75/442/EEC. They are identified within the parts pages:

ComponentSelective Trea®ent

Identification

Printed circuit boards with surface greater than 10 square centimeters ST

Liquid crystal displays with surface greater than 100 square centimeters ST

External electric cables (not all external cables are shown on parts pages) ST

Electrolyte capacitors with height >25 mm and diameter >25 mm or proportionatelysimilar in volume

ST

SubstanceRecyclable Material

Identification

Steel, Iron Fe

Aluminum Al

Copper Cu

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Installation .......................................................................................................Section AGraphic Symbols ..................................................................................................................A-1Technical Specifications.......................................................................................................A-2Safety ...................................................................................................................................A-3Location................................................................................................................................A-3Environmental Area..............................................................................................................A-3Stacking/Tilting/Lifting ..........................................................................................................A-3High Frequency Interference Protection...............................................................................A-3General Description..............................................................................................................A-4Design Features ...................................................................................................................A-4Hardware Uncrating & Set-up........................................................................................A-4/A-7

________________________________________________________________________________Operation .........................................................................................................Section B

Product Description ..............................................................................................................B-1User Interface Overview.......................................................................................................B-2Hardware Specifications ................................................................................................B-3/B-5Powering Up.........................................................................................................................B-6Login Screen ........................................................................................................................B-7Theory Screen......................................................................................................................B-8Joint Configuration ...............................................................................................................B-8Process Selection.................................................................................................................B-9Stand Set-up ........................................................................................................................B-9VR Coupons .........................................................................................................................B-9Table/Arm Rotation ............................................................................................................B-10Environment .......................................................................................................................B-11VR Gas Set-up ...................................................................................................................B-11Weld Machine Settings.......................................................................................................B-12Push Buttons ......................................................................................................................B-13Travel / Work Angle............................................................................................................B-14Welders View .....................................................................................................................B-15Instructors View..................................................................................................................B-15LASER (Live Action Student Evaluation Report)................................................................B-15Technique Parameters .......................................................................................................B-16Position...............................................................................................................................B-17Work/Travel Angle..............................................................................................................B-17Pass Number, Travel Direction, Discontinuities .................................................................B-18Instructor Mode ..................................................................................................................B-19Updates ..............................................................................................................................B-19License Information ............................................................................................................B-20Weldometer® ......................................................................................................................B-20Tolerance Editor .................................................................................................................B-21Choosing Tolerance Set-up................................................................................................B-22Choosing Tolerance To Load .............................................................................................B-22Tolerances Screen(s) ................................................................................................B-22/B-25Tolerances Whip & Travel Speed.......................................................................................B-26VRTEX® 360 Extensions Upgrade 2, Bend Test ................................................B-27 thru B-33VRTEX® 360 Extensions Upgrade 3, License Agreement .................................B-35 thru B-38Default Weld Processes Settings .......................................................................................B-39

________________________________________________________________________________Maintenance ....................................................................................................Section D

Cleaning & Maintenance .......................................................................................D-1________________________________________________________________________

Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................Section EHow to Use Troubleshooting Guide.......................................................................E-1Troubleshooting Guide....................................................................................E-2/E-3

________________________________________________________________________Wiring Diagrams ..............................................................................................Section F

________________________________________________________________________Parts Pages.............................................................................................................P-638

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A-1INSTALLATION

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A-1

INPUT POWER

ON

OFF

CIRCUIT BREAKER

INPUT POWER

SINGLE PHASE ALTERNATING CURRENT

READ THIS OPERATORSMANUAL COMPLETELY

INPUT VOLTAGE

INPUT CURRENT

PROTECTIVEGROUND

WARNING or CAUTIONDocumentation must be con-sulted in all cases where thissymbol is displayed.

Explosion

Dangerous Voltage

Shock Hazard

GRAPHIC SYMBOLS THAT APPEAR ONTHIS MACHINE OR IN THIS MANUAL

U1

I1

1

Shock Hazard

USB

WFS/AMPS

VOLTSV

VGA OUTPUT

AUDIO OUTPUT( ( ) )( ( ) )

A-2INSTALLATION

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A-2

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: AD1332-1,-4 (STD. FREQ.) / AD1332-2, -5 (ALT. FREQ.)

VRTEX™ 360 - VIRTUAL REALITY WELDING TRAINER

MAKE/MODEL DESCRIPTION INPUT VOLTAGE INPUT CURRENT +/- 10% (MAX.)

AD1332-1, -4 Standard Frequency 115-230 VAC (50-60 HZ) 4A-2A Single PhaseAD1332-2, -5 Alternate Frequency 115-230 VAC (50-60 HZ) 4A-2A Single Phase

INPUT

HEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH WEIGHT

71.0 in. 30.0 in. 50.0 in. 360 lbs.1803 mm 762 mm 1270 mm 163 kg.

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS (MACHINE W/MONITOR)

C1 THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN TESTED TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 61010-1,2ND EDITION, INCLUDING AMENDMENT 1, OR A LATER VERSION OF THE SAME STANDARDINCORPORATING THE SAME LEVEL OF TESTING REQUIREMENTS.

HEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH WEIGHT

78.0 in. 39.0 in. 47.0 in. 102 lbs.1981 mm 990 mm 1194 mm 46 kg.

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS (STAND)

OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE STORAGE TEMPERATURE RANGE590 - 950 F 150 - 350 C 320 - 1490 F 00 - 650 C

TEMPERATURE RANGES

80% For Temperatures Up To 880 F / 310 C50% @ 1040 F / 400 C 6562 Feet (2000 Meters)

RELATIVE HUMIDITY* OPERATING ALTITUDES

This Product is Pollution Degree 1.

ENVIRONMENT

MAKE/MODEL DESCRIPTION OPERATING FREQUENCY

AD1332-1, -4 Standard Frequency HIGH AD1332-2, -5 Alternate Frequency LOW

TRACKING SYSTEM FREQUENCY

WARNINGTHIS PRODUCT INCORPORATES A PROTECTIVE EARTH IN THE AC POWER CORD. THE AC PLUG SHOULD

ONLY BE INSERTED INTO A SOCKET OUTLET PROVIDED WITH A PROTECTIVE EARTH CONTACT.

*Condensation on lenses may appear in high humidity enviroment. Run FMD (Face Mounted Display) for approximately10 minutes to clear up moisture from the lenses. See Section B (Helmet Lenses).

STACKING

The VRTEX® 360 cannot be stacked.

TILTING

Place the VRTEX® 360 directly on a secure, level sur-face.

A-3INSTALLATION

VRTEX® 360

A-3

HIGH FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE PRO-TECTION

READ ENTIRE INSTALLATION SECTION BEFORESTARTING INSTALLATION.

Safety Precautions

------------------------------------------------------------SELECT SUITABLE LOCATION

The machine will not operate in harsh environments.It is important that simple preventative measures arefollowed in order to assure long life and reliable opera-tion. This product is for INDOOR USE ONLY.

• Dirt and dust that can be drawn into the machineshould be kept to a minimum. Failure to observethese precautions can result in excessive operatingtemperatures and nuisance shutdown.

• Do not locate where monitor is exposed to directsunlight.

• Do not place equipment near radiant heat sources.

• Do not place in a confined space. Allow a minimumof 3 feet of clearance around machine and stand atall times. Adequate ventilation is necessary.

• The circuit breaker switch on the rear panel is theinput power disconnect device. Do not position theequipment so that it is difficult to operate the circuitbreaker.

• Route and protect power cable to minimize exposureto damage.

• Single or Multi-Outlet surge protector (or SurgeSuppessor) is highly recommended to protect themachine from voltage spikes going through the inputline.

ENVIRONMENTAL AREA

Keep the machine inside and dry at all times. Do notplace it on wet ground or in puddles. Never place liq-uids on top of the machine.

ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.• Only qualified personnel should per-

form this installation.• Turn the input power OFF and

unplug the machine from the recep-tacle before working on this equip-ment.

• Insulate yourself from the work and ground. • Always connect the VRTEX® 360 to a power sup-

ply grounded according to the National ElectricalCode and local codes.

WARNING

CAUTION

USE CAUTION WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINEAROUND OTHER EQUIPMENT.

• Large equipment, such as cranes, may interferewith the operation of this machine.

• This machine may interfere with the operation ofother equipment in work / training area.

• High frequency process, such as TIG machines,may interfere with the operation of this machine.

• Lift only with equipment of ade-quate lifting capacity.

• Be sure machine is stable whenlifting.

• Do not operate machine whilesuspended or when lifting.

FALLING EQUIPMENT can cause injury.

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WARNING

LIFTINGIf lifting the VRTEX® 360 is required, use two straps, each

rated for 500 pounds (226.8 kg) or more. Do not attemptto lift the VRTEX® 360 with accessories attached to it.

STRAPS

A-4INSTALLATION A-4

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The VRTEX® 360 is a Virtual Welding Training Systemand VRAW® (Virtual Reality Arc Welding) Solution.This computer controlled interactive system simulatesarc welding through the use of realistic puddle graph-ics and sounds. This training system simulates multi-ple arc welding processes on a wide variety of weldjoint configurations. The VRTEX® 360 represents thenext generation of Virtual Reality (VR) welding train-ing.

DESIGN FEATURES

HARDWARE OVERVIEW:

• Virtual Welding Machine, including:- Monitor- Coupon Drawer (back drawer)- VR GMAW/FCAW Gun- VR SMAW Device- VR GMAW/FCAW Gun Holder - VR SMAW Device Holder - VR Helmet w/Face Mounted Display (FMD)- Arm- Speakers- Five VR Coupons - Flat Plate

T-JointGroove Joint2” Pipe XXS6” Pipe Schedule 40

• Stand, including:- Post- Table- Pins- Base- Weights

HARDWARE UNCRATING:TOOLS NEEDED3/8” (9.5 mm) Wrench3/16” (4.8 mm) Allen WrenchPhillips Screwdriver

1. Decide on a location for your unit.NOTE: The system requires approximately 8ʼ L x 8ʼ

D x 8ʼ H (2.4 m L x 2.4 m D x 2.4 m H) ofspace. Keep at least 3 feet in all directions ofboth the stand and VR weld machine free fromobstruction. In addition, be conscious of whereyou are placing the unit to avoid magnetic fields,conductive, and high frequency objects andprocesses.

NOTE: Avoid setting up the VRTEX® 360 near highfrequency TIG machines and power sources.Having these types of objects in the area cancause interference and result in increased jitterand/or distortion in the motion tracking.

For best results, do not install VRTEX® 360machine in the welding lab. Electrical interfer-ence from power lines, though generally small,can be present. Therefore all electrical power orlighting wiring within 50 feet of the welding areashall be enclosed in grounded rigid metallic con-duit. In the event the VRTEX® 360 is affected byinterference, it is the user's responsibility to takesteps to isolate and/or eliminate the interfer-ence.

An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) may berequired for the protection of the system frompower irregularities or disruption.

It is strongly recommended that a single orMulti-Outlet surge protector be used to protectthe machine from any unwanted voltagesabove a safe threshold.

MULTIPLE SYSTEM INSTALLATIONS

If multiple systems are required to operate together inone location, a unique frequency transmitter can beinstalled during the manufacturing process at LincolnElectric to reduce potential interference between sys-tems. AD1332-1, -4 systems have a standard frequencysource installed. AD1332-2, -5 systems have an alter-nate frequency source installed. For multiple systeminstallations, alternate the -1, -4 and -2, -5 systems forbest operation:

For Example: If 8 systems are to be installed in the VRwelding lab, the standard and alternate frequenciesshould be positioned as seen below.

VRTEX® 360

-1/-4 -1/-4

-1/-4-1/-4

-2/-5 -2/-5

-2/-5-2/-5

A-5INSTALLATION

VRTEX® 360

A-5

10. Remove the four screws from the wooden rearcross brace.

11. Remove the wooden cross brace while ensuringthe unit is steady and secure.

12. Carefully roll the machine off the rear of the skid.Ramping may be required.

13. Uncrate and unpack the table and table base.

3/8” BOLTS

REMOVEFRONT PANELSSTEP (2)

DO NOTREMOVEREAR PANEL FRONT

(upper)

FRONT

(lower)

9. Using the 3/8” wrench, remove the two screws fromthe rear base securing the unit to the wooden crate.

7. Carefully cut and remove plastic wrapping.8. Remove the monitor from the front of the machine.

4. Carefully sl ide the crate assembly from theVRTEX® 360.

5. Slide towards the rear of the machine. Be careful toavoid damaging the welding device holders locatedon each side of the machine.

6. Carefully remove the post (long cylinder-shapedcardboard) from the crate.

3. Remove the six 3/8” bolts (three on each side) fromthe bottom of the crate assembly.

2. Using the 3/8” (9.5 mm) wrench, remove the screwsfrom the upper and lower front panels on the ship-ping crate.

NOTE: Do not remove rear panel.

A-6INSTALLATION

VRTEX® 360

A-6

TABLE & SWING ARM SET-UP:

1. Place counter weights on base.

2. Using the 3/16” (4.8 mm) allen wrench, remove thetwo 1/4” x 20 Allen-head screws from the baseassembly.

NOTE: The longer screw is in the top.

3. Insert red post into base assembly aligning the flaton the pole with the hole.

NOTE: The post will only insert one way.

4. Using the 3/16” (4.8 mm) allen wrench, secure thepost into position by replacing and tightening thescrews.

6. Insert one of the pins into the post at the #6 loca-tion.

7. From the top, slide the table onto the post letting itrest on the pin inserted in previous step.

8. Insert the second pin into the post at the #13 posi-tion.

9. Obtain the swing-arm from the rear of the VRTEX®

360 by removing the cable ties from the swing armand cable. Grey cable should remain connected tothe VRTEX® 360 (DO NOT CUT THE GREYCABLE!).

Pins

5. Obtain the three post T pins from the factory pack-aging of the VRTEX® 360.

Swing ArmTable Post

Table

Weights

Base

Screws

A-7INSTALLATION

VRTEX® 360

A-7

9. Carefully slide swing-arm onto post with the letters(on the collar) “ABC” up and the grey cable locatedon the bottom of the swing arm assembly.

10. Insert a third T pin at a convenient height for hold-ing the helmet.

MONITOR:Note: always use the factory suppliedmonitor with the VRTEX® 3601. Remove monitor from cardboard box.

2. Remove the cable t ies from monitor cablessecured to the monitor mounting post.

3. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to carefully mountthe monitor onto the mounting post bracket.Tighten the four Phillips-head screws securely.

4. Connect input power cable and VGA cable into themonitor.

APPLY SYSTEM POWER:

1. Insert the input supply power cord into the backof the VRTEX® 360 and into a standard electricaloutlet capable of 115 to 230 VAC at 4 to 2 Amps.

NOTE: Surge protector (or Surge Suppessor) may berequired to protect the electronic componentsof the machine from input power surges.

2. Verify Circuit Breaker/Rocker Switch is in the Onposition. (See Figure “Back of Machine”)

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

1. The welding coupons are stored in the coupondrawer in the rear of the machine.

2. The weld simulation can be displayed on an exter-nal monitor or projector by using the VGA outputon the back of the machine. The external displaymust support 1024x780 resolution.

3. External speakers may be connected using theaudio jack located on the back of the machine.

TRACKING SYSTEM FUNDAMENTALS:

The magnetic tracking system is composed of the following:

• Control Unit (Inside VR Machine)- Contains the hardware and software necessary

to compute position and orientation.

• Source (part of the Swing Arm) - The source contains electromagnetic coils

enclosed in a plastic shell that emit a magneticfield. The source is the systemʼs referenceframe for sensor measurements.

• Sensor (in the VR GMAW/FCAW gun, VR SMAWdevice, and helmet)

- The sensor contains electromagnetic coilsenclosed in a plastic shell that detect the mag-netic fields emitted by the source. The sensorʼsposition and orientation are precisely measuredas it moves in reference to the source. Thesensor is completely passive, having no activevoltage applied to it.

VGA

INPUTPOWER

SCREWSMONITOR (Mounting Screws)

VGA Out

Audio Jack

Always inthe On position

Input Powerconnection

BACK OF MACHINE

B-1OPERATION

VRTEX® 360

B-1

FRONT OF MACHINE

PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONThe VRTEX® 360 is a virtual reality arc welding train-ing machine only and NOT a real arc weldingmachine. Please be aware of all standard safetypractices associated with welding. Some standardwarnings are included in this manual.

If the equipment is used in a manner not specified bythe manufacturer, the protection provided to theequipment and user may be impaired.

Access panels are not to be removed except by quali-fied service personnel due to risk of electric shockfrom accessible live parts.

B-2OPERATIONB-2

USER INTERFACE OVERVIEWThe VRTEX® 360 is a virtual reality arc welding train-er. This computer based training system is an educa-tional tool designed to allow students to practice theirwelding technique in a simulated environment. It pro-motes the efficient transfer of welding skills from theclassroom to the welding booth, while reducing mater-ial waste and energy consumption associated with tra-ditional welding training.

See figure on page B-1 for locations of operator con-trols and indicators.

1. The monitor allows the student to view the setupscreens and provides an active view of the actualwelding process for teachers and students. Themonitor can be rotated for ease of viewing. Makecertain the power button on the monitor is ON andthe green LED is lit.

2. The joystick allows the operator to navigatethrough various options by moving the red highlight-ed box and zoom / rotate the coupon in theInstructor View.

3. The colored buttons on the front of the machinecorrelate to the colored rectangles at the bottom ofthe monitor screen when the simulation software isrunning. These buttons perform various functionsdepending upon the command shown in the corre-sponding box on the screen.

4. The wire feed speed/amperage dial allows theuser to input wire feed speed or amperage depend-ing on the VR welding process selected.

5. The voltage dial allows the user to input the weld-ing voltage. This dial also allows input of trim val-ues when pulse process is in use.

6. The left and right white screen select arrowsallow the operator to cycle through various screens.

7. The process selector switch is used to selectedthe virtual welding process. (GMAW, FCAW, orSMAW)

8. The polarity selector switch is used to indicatethe welding polarity for any given process. (DC+,DC-, or AC).

9. The USB port is used to upload software anddownload user data from the system.

10. The key switch is located on the lower right of thecontrol panel. When the system is in the loginscreen the instructor may insert the key shippedwith the system into the key lock and then rotate it90 degrees to the right. This allows the instructorto access the instructor mode which includes theWeldometer®, Tolerance Editor, Options andUpdate screens.

11 Pressing and holding the green circular buttonfor 5 seconds powers up the VRTEX® 360 system.

Note: The green power button does not powerdown the system. Select Log Out and Shutdownfrom the red menu to turn off the system

12. The red select button accepts (enters) the datadisplayed or highlighted on the monitor.

13. VR GMAW/FCAW gun holder should be used tostore the VR GMAW/FCAW gun when not in use.

14. VR SMAW device holder should be used tostore the VR SMAW device when not in use.

VRTEX® 360

B-3OPERATIONB-3

VRTEX® 360

HARDWARE SPECIFICS:

VR GMAW/FCAW GUNThe VR gun has a trigger that is used during the simu-lation of GMAW and FCAW processes to initiate andmaintain the simulated welding arc. The VRGMAW/FCAW gun should be placed on the round gunholder on the right side when not in use.

In order to strike an arc with the VR SMAW device,strike or tap the tip of the rod (of the VR SMAWdevice) on the coupon being welded. To break thearc, move the VR SMAW device rod away from thework piece.

Do not try to strike the arc with excessive force,as the arc start is distance based. Excessiveforce may result in damage to the VR SMAWdevice.

The angle of the rod can be changed by squeezingthe handle of the VR SMAW device. This allows therod to be moved into the 45 or 90 degree position.Once the rod is at one of these angles, release thehandle. The rod should now be fixed in that position.Do not change the rod angle while the rod isextending or retracting.

VR SMAW DEVICE

VR GMAW/FCAW GUN

CAUTION

VR GMAW/FCAW GUN (Properly Stored)

CAUTIONStore gun as shown below to

avoid damage.

VR SMAW DEVICE (Properly Stored)

CAUTIONStore device as shown below to

avoid damage.

VR SMAW DEVICEThe VR SMAW device has a rod that represents astick electrode. This rod retracts when a virtual arc isstruck to simulate the electrode burning off during thevirtual welding process. When the virtual electrodeburns down to a stub, the rod will stop retracting andthe user will no longer be able to weld. When the userpresses “new stick” in the orange actions and cuesmenu button, the rod extends out, simulating that anew electrode was put into the VR SMAW device.When not in use, the VR SMAW device should beplaced in the VR SMAW holder on the left side of theVR weld machine.

B-4OPERATIONB-4

VRTEX® 360

HelmetHEAD SIZE ADJUSTMENT: HEADGEAR TIGHTNESS isadjusted by pushing in the Ratchet Knob and turning toadjust for the desired head size. This knob is located at theback of the helmet. HEADGEAR CROWN ADJUSTMENTis made by adjusting for comfort and snapping the pin intothe hole to lock securely in place.

TILT: Tilt adjustment is located on right side of helmet.Loosen the right headgear tension knob and push the topend of the adjustment lever outward until the leverʼs StopTab clears the notches. Then rotate the lever forward orback to the desired tilt position. The Stop will automaticallyengage again when released locking the helmet into posi-tion.

FORE / AFT ADJUSTMENT: Adjusts the distance betweenthe userʼs face and lens. To adjust, loosen the outside ten-sion knobs and slide forward or back to desired position andretighten. NOTE: Make sure both sides are equally posi-tioned for proper operation.

The helmet has an FMD (Face Mounted Display) onthe inside. These FMD lenses display the virtual envi-ronment to the user. Each lens can be shifted left orright to align with the users eyes by applying gentlepressure. In addition, the lenses can be lifted up anddown as well as shifted forward and back for the bestfit. The user should make sure the lenses are parallelto their eyes. Keep the lenses clean at all times. SeeCleaning and Maintenance Section D.

COUPON DRAWER

Coupon DrawerThe coupon drawer houses the physical coupons.When not in use, the coupons should be stored in thedrawer. To open the drawer, press the top indentdown, and slide the drawer out. Each coupon fits inits own area defined by the foam locator in the draw-er.

CouponsThe coupons represent the various workpieces onwhich the user can virtually weld. During the virtualwelding process, they provide physical feedback tothe student.

There are five VR Coupons:

1. Flat Plate2. T-Joint3. 3/8” Groove Joint w/Backing Bar4. 2” Diameter XXS Pipe5. 6” Diameter Schedule 40 Pipe

The coupons along with the VR SMAW device and VRGMAW/FCAW gun have been factory calibrated atLincoln Electric.

Push In

Tilt

Crown

Adjustment

Adjustment

Adjustment

Fore-Aft

Lenses

Tilt

Ratchet Knob

HELMET LENSES*

When not in use, the helmet should be hung from thestand or placed in the right front drawer to avoid beingdamaged.

A welding cap should be used and headgear shouldbe cleaned before using the Helmet.

LENSES

VR COUPONS

1

2

3

4

5

EAR BUDSThe ear buds are closeto the ears so the opera-tor can hear the properwelding sounds.

NOTE:Do not remove or adjustear buds on headband.

*Condensation on lenses mayappear in high humidity enviro-ment. Run FMD for approxi-mately 10 minutes to clearup moisture from the lenses.

B-5OPERATIONB-5

VRTEX® 360

POST W/PIN INSERTED IN #18

COUPON INSERTION / REMOVAL

CAUTIONDo not use excessive force when inserting andremoving coupons into the arm.

StandThe stand is comprised of the post, arm, table, Threepins, base and two weights. Users should positionthemselves at the stand during virtual welding.

PostThe arm and table slide up and down and rest on thecollar pins that are inserted into the post. Hole num-bers 0 through 28 indicate position of welding for pro-gram accuracy. The position that the table or arm islocated is read by identifying the numbered hole thatthe pin has been inserted into.

Coupon Positioning In Swing ArmThe coupons can be inserted into the arm to accom-modate flat, horizontal, vertical or overhead weldingpositions. The knob on the front of the swing arm canbe pulled out for coupons to be inserted or removedand pushed in for coupons to be secured. The front ofthe swing arm can be rotated down at a 45 or 90-degree angle to allow 2G, 5G and 6G pipe weldingpositions. The arm can also be rotated around thepost to comfortably accommodate left and right hand-ed welders or simulate specific welding applications.

TableThe table can be used to gain stability and learn prop-er body positioning. The base supports the stand andhas weights on the back to maintain stability. Thetable can be swung out of the way when not in use.

Do not use the Stand/Table without the basecounter weights properly positioned.___________________________________________

TABLE ROTATION

CAUTION

SWING ARM ROTATION

System Setup InformationWhen setting up the virtual equipment, the user mustset the welding parameters (e.g. wire feed speed forVR GMAW) within the ranges set in the tolerance edi-tor. The system ships with Lincoln default tolerances.Lincoln default tolerances can be reviewed in the tol-erance editor, or refer to the Default Weld ProcessSettings Chart (if using the default settings) located atthe end of this OPERATION SECTION. Electroniccopies of the WPSʼS are available on the USB memo-ry stick that is shipped with the VRTEX® 360 System.

B-6OPERATIONB-6

VRTEX® 360

GREEN CIRCULAR BUTTON LOCATION

However, users can set and use their own tolerancesfor teaching beginner welders. The tolerances alsodetermine how the user is scored on such parametersas work angle, travel angle, travel speed, position,and contact tip to work distance or arc length. Thesoftware will step the user through the following setupscreens:

• Login• Joint configuration selection• Process selection• Stand set up• Environment• Gas set up• Weld machine settings• Instructorʼs view• Welderʼs view• LASER (Live Action Student Evaluation Report)

The key provided with the system allows the user toaccess the Instructor Mode with additional informationand set-up pages.

• Weldometer®

• Tolerance Editor • Options• Update• License Information

LOGIN SCREEN

4. Your system will start up.

5. Wait a few minutes until your system displays thelogin screen on your monitor.

Powering Up Your System:1. After you have set up the hardware and have

become familiar with the user controls, you will beready to use your system.

2. Plug the power cord into a standard outlet.

3. Press and hold the green circular button on thefront panel until it lights up and you hear fans run-ning inside the machine. (approx. 5 seconds)

B-7OPERATIONB-7

VRTEX® 360

Login Screen:OverviewThis page allows the user to:

• Enter Username • Select Language Preference “Orange Button”• Select Imperial or Metric Units “Blue Button”• Shutdown System “Red Menu Button”• Continue to the next Setup Screen “Green Button”• Theory “Yellow Button”

1. On Screen KeyboardThe user enters their name by using the joystick andred select button on the VR weld machine. The joy-stick allows the user to navigate the keyboard graphicto highlight letters. Pressing the red select buttonenters the letter highlighted into the enter name boxas indicated. The virtual keyboard starts with shiftenabled, so the first letter is automatically capitalized.The user can select shift or lock (equivalent to capslock on a standard keyboard) at any time. If the usermakes a mistake, they can select the back arrow todelete the last character entered.

LOGIN SCREEN

2. LanguageSelecting the orange language menu button brings upthe list of languages the software supports. Use thejoystick to highlight the desired language. Press the red select button to accept.

Press the orange language menu button again to exitthe language menu. The system stores the languageselection and will automatically start up in the same lan-guage the next time.

3. Measurement UnitsThe blue unit menu button brings up the measurementsystem. Use the joystick to highlight the desired unit ofmeasurement. Press the red select button to accept.Press the blue button again to exit the measurementunit menu. Selecting Metric or Imperial converts theuser interface into the corresponding measurement sys-tem. The system stores the measurement selection, soit will automatically start up in the same unit of measure-ment the next time. The system uses the units shownin Table B.1.

4. MenuThe red menu button allows the student to shut downthe system. If the user selects shutdown, a submenuappears asking the user if they are sure that they wantto shut down the system. This prompt prevents theuser from accidentally shutting down the system. If theuser selects “Yes”, the VRTEX® 360 will shut down.

THIS METHOD SHOULD ALWAYS BE USED TOSHUT DOWN THE VRTEX® 360. Failure to do thiscould cause damage to the system.

5. ContinueAfter the user enters their name and all selections out-lines above have been made, the green panel button ispressed to continue to set up process.

6. USB IndicatorThe circular USB icon in the upper right corner of thescreen indicates the presence of a USB memory stick inthe front of the machine. A translucent icon indicates noUSB memory stick is present. A green icon indicates aUSB memory stick is in place in the front of themachine.

CAUTION

MEASUREMENT UNITS

Coupon ThicknessGas Flow RateWire Feed SpeedWeldometer™ - Base MetalWeldometer™ - GasWeldometer™ - Consumables

Abbrev. Abbrev.Details DetailsImperial Metric

in.CFMIPMlbsCFlbs

inchescubic feet per minuteinch per minutepoundscubic feetpounds

mmLPMMPMkgLkg

millimetersliters per minutemeters per minutekilogramsliterskilograms

TABLE B.1

B-8OPERATIONB-8

VRTEX® 360

Joint Configuration Selection Screen:

OverviewThe user selects which joint configuration they want tovirtually weld. First, the user selects the joint andposition. Using the joystick and the red select button,the user highlights and selects the joint type and posi-tion in which to weld. A rotating view of the highlight-ed coupon shows in the upper area. For some config-urations, the user will be given the choice of materialthicknesses to choose from. The user selects materi-al thickness by using the joystick and red select but-ton. See Table B.2 for supported joint configurations.

JOINT CONFIGURATION SELECTION SCREEN

MenuSelecting Logout takes the user to the login screen,with the userʼs name removed.

BackSelecting Back takes the user back to the previousscreen.

Position Thickness (in) Thickness (mm) Short Arc Axial Spray Pulse STT E7018 E6010 E6013 Gas ShieldedFlat 1/4 6 X X X X X X

10 GA. 3 X X1/4 6 X3/8 10 X X X X1/4 6 X3/8 10 X X X

3F down 10 GA. 3 X X10 GA. 3 X

1/4 6 X3/8 10 X X X

1G 3/8 10 X X X X X X2G 3/8 10 X X X X X X3G 3/8 10 X X X X X X4G 3/8 10 X X X X X

2" XXS 50 X6" Sch 40 150 X X X X X2" XXS 50 X

6" Sch 40 150 X X X X X2" XXS 50 X

6" Sch 40 150 X X X X X6G

2G

5G

PIP

E

TABLE B.2FCAW

PL

AT

E

GMAW

2F

4F

SMAW

3F up

7. Theory Button Screen

OverviewThe THEORY button has been implemented to assistusers with additional content, images and informationrelated to the area of the application where you areworking. This information can be accessed by select-ing the yellow THEORY button on the front of theVRTEX® 360. When selected, the button allows thestudent to access visual and definitional informationabout the different welding terms being used on eachscreen. Welding terms that correspond with eachpage are listed in the boxes on the left-hand side ofthe screen. The joystick on the VRTEX® 360 is usedto highlight the term and then open a description ofthat term. When finished with reviewing the THEORYdata, the student can press the THEORY button againto exit the screen.

THEORY SCREEN

B-9OPERATIONB-9

VRTEX® 360

Process Selection Screen:

OverviewThis screen allows the user to select the weldingprocesses. To change among VR GMAW, VR FCAW,and VR SMAW, the user moves the process switch onthe front of the weld machine. See the joint configura-tion chart for available processes. If a process is notsupported for the selected material/thickness, it isgreyed out on this screen and cannot be selected. Tochoose among different sub-processes, use the joy-stick and red select button or green continue button.

At the top of the screen, the user can see the couponposition and thickness selected. As the user contin-ues to set up the simulation, additional information willbe added to the right of this readout, so that the usercan reference what has previously been selected.

MenuSelecting Logout brings the user back to the loginscreen, with the userʼs name removed.

Change Coupon TypeSelecting Change Coupon Type goes back to theconfiguration selection screen.

BackSelecting Back takes the user to the previous screen.

Stand Set-Up Screen:Overview

The correct VR stand information must be put intothe software for the VRTEX® 360 to operate prop-erly in all virtual welding applications.

PROCESS SELECTION SCREEN

STAND SET-UP SCREEN

Coupon InsertionInsert one of the VR coupons into the desired positionin the physical VR stand. Make sure the coupon isfully seated into the track and then lock the coupon inplace by pushing in the knob at the end of the arm.To release, pull the knob into the unlocked positionand remove the coupon. When the system is in use,the coupon should always be locked in place toassure system accuracy.

VR COUPON (UNLOCKED POSITION)

B-10OPERATIONB-10

VRTEX® 360

Table/Arm RotationMove the physical VR table and arm to the desiredlocation for the position and joint configuration select-ed. To raise or lower the arm or table, hold thearm/table in place and pull out the pin in the pole sup-porting it. Replace the pin in the hole that supportsthe arm/table at the proper height and rest thearm/table on the pin. If the table is not needed,swing the table to the left or right and out of the way.The arm can also be rotated to the left (A), center (B)or right (C) of the table.

TABLE ROTATION

SWING ARM ROTATION

Pin PositionsWhen the physical stand is in the desired position,proceed with the following: Use the joystick and redselect button to enter the numbers that appear next tothe pin positions for the table and arm height into thestand setup screen. The image on the right side ofthe stand setup screen moves to match the selectionsentered on the left. If the table is in the “away” posi-tion, enter a table height value of 0. Next, enter thearm rotation position A (left), B (center), or C (right).The arm position letter aligns with the vertical pinnumber sticker. An arm height of 18 and arm rotationof A are shown in the picture below.

PIN POSITIONS 18 A

Note: If the table height indicator in the softwarecannot be moved to the pin height indicatedon the post, move the arm height indicatorin the software to a higher position and tryagain. See Troubleshooting Guide if neces-sary.

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Environment Screen:OverviewThe VRTEX® 360 comes pre-configured with a num-ber of different virtual welding environments. Toselect an environment, the user moves the joystick leftor right and then presses the red select button orgreen continue button to choose the environment.

MenuSelecting Logout takes the user back to the loginscreen, with the userʼs name removed.


Gas Set-Up Screen:OverviewOn this screen, the user selects the gas mixture andgas flow rate. The correct gas mixture and flow ratemust be entered according to the tolerance editor. Ifacceptable values are not entered, this will be indicat-ed on a later screen and the user may have to goback and change the selection on this screen.

To select the gas mixture, use the joystick and the redselect button. The available gas mixtures are shownon the gas set-up screen below.

To select the gas flow rate, use the joystick. Pressthe red select button or green continue button to pro-ceed.

VRTEX® 360

ENVIRONMENT SCREEN

GAS SET-UP SCREEN

MenuSelecting Logout takes the user back to the loginscreen, with the userʼs name removed.


STAND SET-UP SCREEN OVERLAY


Indicate the coupon orientation used on the physicalstand in the coupon rotation area of the stand setupscreen. The red arrow indicates which side of thecoupon that the weld will be made. For pipe configu-rations, the coupon rotation is replaced with armangle. The arm angle can be adjusted by removingthe pin at the end of the arm, rotating the arm to 45 or90 degrees from its original location, and reinsertingthe pin. This is only used to accommodate 2G, 5Gand 6G pipe welding.

The physical stand should match the stand imagewhen these selections are completed. To continue,press the green continue button. The stand setup ver-ification screen will be displayed. This screen servesas a reminder to make sure VR stand componentsmatch the screen. When verified, press the greencontinue button again.

STAND SET-UP SCREEN (PIPE)

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Weld Machine Settings Screen:OverviewThe user must enter the proper welding procedureand process settings, including wire feed speed,amperage, voltage, polarity, and trim where applica-ble. As in the gas setup screen, the user must entervalues within the acceptable range as governed bythe tolerance editor. If not, they will be notified by theincorrect weld setting screen when the green checksettings button is pressed.

The user changes the wire feed speed or amperageby rotating the wire feed speed/amperage dial. Thedisplay above the dial indicates the setting.

The user changes the voltage by rotating the voltagedial. The display above the dial indicates the setting.Some processes may not allow the user to pre-setthe voltage, in which case the display will be blank.

WELD MACHINE SETTINGS SCREEN

THE INCORRECT WELD SETTINGS SCREEN

THE CORRECT WELD SETTINGS SCREEN

MenuSelecting Logout brings the user back to the loginscreen, with the userʼs name removed.

BackPressing Back goes back to the previous screen.

Virtual Welding OverviewWhile a user is welding, observers can see theWelderʼs view, LASER screen, or Instructorʼs viewdisplayed on the monitor. The Welderʼs view showswhat the user with the helmet on is seeing through theFMD. The LASER screen displays a real time graphof the weld being made and gives a score when theuser selects “end pass”. The Instructorʼs view allowsanother user to zoom in/out and rotate the coupon toview the weldment from different angles in real time.

Polarity SelectorChange the polarity by rotating the polarity selectorswitch. The user can select the following:

• AC• DC+• DC-

If default tolerances are being used, refer to theDefault Weld Process Settings included in thismanual.

Once the user has set the welding parameters, theyshould press the green check settings button. If theuser has entered any settings outside the acceptablerange specified by the settings in the tolerance editor,the incorrect weld setting screen will appear.

The user will then have to change any settings thatare not correct. If the settings are correct and thegreen check settings button is pressed, the welderʼsview screen will appear on the monitor and in the hel-metʼs stereo visor. The user will then be able to startvirtual welding.

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Upper OverlaysThe welding technique set in the tolerance editor andother process details are displayed on the upper rightportion of the screen.

Push ButtonsMenuSelecting Logout brings the user back to the loginscreen, with the userʼs name removed.

Orange Action and Cues ButtonThe orange action menu button has the followingoptions:• Clean• Trim• Quench• New Stick• “Cheater” Lens – Off, 1.25X, 1.5X, 1.75X, 2X• Travel Speed Visual Cue• CTWD (Contact To Work Distance) Visual Cue• Arc Length Visual Cue• Travel/Work Angles Visual Cue• AIM• Whip• Weave

These options are only available when applicable tothe welding process.

Clean removes the weld slag. Trim cuts back the VRGMAW or VR FCAW wire. Quench simulates quicklycooling the metal. New Stick extends the rod stickout to a fixed length on the VR SMAW device to simu-late replacing the consumed rod.

Visual Cues

Visual cues are aids to help users learn faster. Thetravel speed, CTWD, arc length, and travel/work anglecues indicate whether the user is within the tolerancesset in the tolerances editor. Generally, these cues arecolor coded as well as symbolic. When cues are red,they indicate being out of tolerance. Yellow cues indi-cate close to tolerance, but not optimal. Green cuesindicate being within tolerance and close to optimal.

The “Cheater” Lens magnifies the image as seen bythe user in the helmet and in the welderʼs view. Theuser can toggle between Off, 1.25X, 1.5X, 1.75X, 2Xselect their option with the red select button.

Travel Speed turns on the travel speed visual cue.This cue is located on the side of the VRGMAW/FCAW Gun or VR SMAW device. This cueuses the color coding position to indicate travel speed.

Note: The goal is to keep the arrow in the center ofthe graph which will also keep it green.

TRAVEL SPEED VISUAL CUE

The CTWD (Contact Tip To Work Distance) cue isonly available for VR GMAW and VR FCAW process-es. This cue uses color and position to indicate properCTWD. The goal is to get the tip of the green arrowon the line of the “H” bar and keep the arrow colorgreen.

CTWD (Contact Tip to Work Distance)

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The Arc Length cue is similar to the CTWD cue butrepresents arc length distance for the VR SMAWprocess. The goal is to get the tip of the arrow on theline and keep the arrow color Green.

The Travel/Work Angle cue can be used with theSMAW, GMAW or FCAW processes. The goal of thiscue is to center the circle in the cross hair and keepthe color green.

The Aim cue can be used with the VR SMAW, VRGMAW or VR FCAW processes. The goal of this cueis to position the VR GMAW/FCAW Gun or VR SMAWdevice so the aim cue is a thin green line. This indicat-ed that the weld is being made in the correct locationor position.

TRAVEL/WORK ANGLE

AIM

The Whip cue can be used with the E6010 VR SMAWprocess. This cue helps the student use correct spac-ing between whipping motions, puddle time and whiptime. Correct whipping technique is indicated by agreen outter ring (spacing) with a green center (puddleand whip timing).

The Weave cue can be used with the VR SMAW, VRGMAW or VR FCAW processes but is only available ifthe technique identified in the Tolerance Editor is atype of weave. The goal of this cue is to space theweave so the outter ring is green (good weave spac-ing), set the width of the weave so line is green (goodweave width) and a green filled ring (good dwell timeon the toes of the previous weld).

Weave

Whip

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New CouponPressing the blue new coupon menu button instantlyreplaces the current coupon with a fresh, unweldedcoupon. Note that this is a quick way to start over onthe same configuration and process but that it willremove all passes from the coupon and the graphs onthe LASER screen.

White Screen Select ArrowsPressing the white screen select arrows allow the userto rotate through the LASER screen, instructorʼs viewand welderʼs view.

Welderʼs View screenOverviewThis screen shows the virtual view as seen by theuser wearing the helmet.

Instructorʼs View screenOverviewThis screen shows the coupon and virtual weld in realtime. An observer can rotate and/or zoom in or out onthe coupon. This view also shows the VRGMAW/FCAW gun or VR SMAW device being used.Move the joystick to rotate the coupon. Press the redselect button to toggle the joystick from rotate to zoommode. Use the joystick to zoom in and out when inzoom mode.

NOTE: Changing views on the monitor does notchange the userʼs view in the helmet.

LASER SCREEN(Live Action Student Evaluation Report)

OverviewThis screen summarizes the studentʼs welding perfor-mance. Detailed information about the studentʼswelding technique for each pass are displayed on thisscreen.

INSTRUCTORS VIEW (POOR WELD)

LASER SCREEN (GOOD WELD)

LASER SCREEN (HORIZONTAL WELD)NO WELD

LASER SCREEN (GOOD VERTICAL WELD)

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LASER SCREEN(GRAPH, DEFECTS, DISCONTINUITIES, ETC.)

TABLE B.3

TECHNIQUE PARAMETERSThe upper left area of the screen shows the technique parameters being tracked and the graph of these parame-ters is located to the right. When the user welds, each parameter is graphed using a line that is of the samecolor as the technique parameter box. For example, “position” is written in the blue box and indicated by the blueline. The left side of the graph represents the left side of the coupon, and the right side represents the right sideof the coupon. For vertical welds, the graph is rotated so that it is vertical, with the bottom representing the bot-tom of the coupon and the top representing the top of the coupon. The graph also shows how close the parame-ter was to the ideal value. The ideal value is indicated by the red line located in the center of the graph. Thisvalue is determined by the tolerance editor settings. The upper and lower white lines represent the acceptablemaximum and minimum values that the parameter should be within. These values are also determined by thetolerance editor setting. Anything above the top white line or below the bottom white line is out of tolerance. Thecloser the user is to the ideal line, the better the weld. Each parameter can be toggled on or off of the graph byhighlighting the parameter with the joystick and pressing the red select button. Whipping and weaving parame-ters are graphed when the system is set up to use these welding techniques (see tolerance editor section). Thefollowing technique parameters are used (See Table B.3).

WHIP

SMAW SMAWSMAW E6010 Only

GMAW or

FCAW

GMAW orFCAW

WEAVESTRINGER

PARAMETER

PositionCTWDArc LengthWork AngleTravel AngleTravel SpeedDime SpacingWhip TimePuddle TimeWidth of WeaveWeave TimingWeave Spacing

x

xxxx

x

xxx

xxx

xx

xx

xxx

x

xxx

xxx

xx

xxx

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Position is the userʼs ideal weld root location. Thislocation can change with each pass. When weaving,the ideal location is considered the centerline of theweave.

Contact Tip to Work Distance (CTWD) (for VRGMAW and VR FCAW) and Arc Length (for VRSMAW) are the distances from the tip of the VRGMAW/FCAW gun or VR SMAW device to a planegoing through the ideal position location.

Travel Angle is the angle between the electrode andthe workpiece in the direction of travel. The upper rightarea of the screen displays if the user should be push-ing or dragging. If the user pushes when they shouldbe dragging, they will not receive maximum points. Forpipe welding, this is the angle between the electrodeand the tangent of the pipe at that point.

Work Angle is the angle between the electrode andworkpiece as seen in the work angle picture below.

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Travel Speed is how fast the electrode is traveling inrespect to the workpiece.

Dime Spacing is the distance from one solidified weldpuddle to the next. (whip technique only)

Whip Time is the time the user is in the whippingmotion, or not dwelling in the weld puddle. (whip tech-nique only)

Dwell Time is the time the user is dwelling, or keepingthe VR Stick electrode in the virtual puddle. (whiptechnique only)

Width of Weave is the side-to-side distance of wherethe VR GMAW/FCAW gun or VR SMAW device wasaimed when completing one weave cycle in a seriesthat make up a weld. (weave technique only)

Weave Timing is the time taken to complete one sideto side weaving motion. (weave technique only)

Weave Spacing is the distance in the overall directionof travel between one weave cycle in a series thatmake up a weld. (weave technique only)

Pass numberThe pass number is displayed on the left center of thescreen. To change the pass being viewed, use thejoystick to highlight the pass number and then joystickleft or right to change the pass number. For pipe, theinformation is displayed in a similar manner on a 2Dscreen as though the pipe is unraveled and put on aflat surface. The user can choose between viewingthe whole pipe or one of the four quadrants of thepipe. Use the joystick to highlight the pipe sectiondesired.

Travel DirectionThe travel direction is located on the right side in themiddle of the screen. When the user first starts toweld, a travel direction is sensed by the system andan arrow indicating the direction is displayed. Forvisual cues, the system assumes these directions.The visual cues will automatically adapt to the traveldirection used when the arc is struck.

Bead RenderAn image of the completed pass appears in the mid-dle of the screen.

Discontinuity IndicatorThe lower left side of the screen list potential disconti-nuities. When a student uses incorrect welding tech-niques, this causes specific weld discontinuities. Aline is drawn at the location indicating these disconti-nuities. For example, too long an arc length will causeporosity.

Potential discontinuities include:

• Incomplete Fusion/Penetration• Slag Inclusion• Porosity• Undercut• Poor Bead Placement• Wrong Weld Size• Convex/Excessive Reinforcement• Concave/Underfill• Excess Spatter• Melt Through/Blow Through

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End PassWhen the user presses the green “End Pass” menu button,the pass is scored, a snapshot of the weld is taken, and thepercentages of the weld containing discontinuities are calcu-lated. If the user has inserted a USB device, pressing“End Pass” also automatically saves a student report tothe USB memory device at the front of the weldmachine. If no USB memory stick is present a red circlewith a cross through it will appear on the USB icon in theupper right hand corner of the screen. This also indicatesthat the student report has not saved. Allow 10 secondsafter pressing the “End Pass” button to allow time for the fileto be saved. Student reports are not saved internally onthe VRTEX® 360. If the file is not saved on the USB deviceat the time of the weld, and another weld is made, the previ-ous weld data will be lost.

ScoreOn the upper right of the screen, a score for each parameteris calculated. The closer each parameter is to the idealvalue, the higher the score will be (out of 100). The totalscore at the bottom of the scoring section is calculated asan average of each parameter. To achieve the maximumscore, the weld must be made on the entire length of thecoupon.

Student ReportThe student report is a PDF file that captures the graph, dis-continuities, bead render, score and other information aboutthe weld. This PDF file can be printed or archived fromanother computer to track student progress. Example ofPDF below shows students record.

Peak and Background CurrentThese welding parameters are shown on the LASERscreen when the student is using the STT weldingprocess. These settings cannot be modified but are indi-cated on the system to allow the student to becomefamiliar with the terms.

Instructor ModeOverviewThe Instructor Mode gives users the option of viewing theWeldometer®, using the tolerance editor and setting otherpreferences. In order to access instructor mode, theuser must first go back to the login screen.

INSTRUCTOR MODE

UpdateOverviewThe update screen in the instructor mode allows theuser to update their software or to update specificconfiguration files from the USB memory device in thefront of the weld machine. Clicking on this brings uptwo options:

Update SoftwareUpdate Configuration File

SoftwareSelecting this option loads a newer version of the soft-ware if one is available on the USB in the front of themachine. Updating to a different version may shutdown or restart the system.

After updating, the system may need to be shut downand restarted for changes to take effect.

Configuration FileSelecting this option loads any configuration changesfrom the USB in the front of the machine. This isused for part replacement.

OptionsThe options screen in the instructor mode allows theuser to change the volume of the user interfacesounds and welding sounds. Move the joystick leftand right and then hit the select button to choose thevolume. A volume of 0 will mute the sound, while avolume of 10 is the loudest.

This can be done on most screens by pressing menu,logout, and selecting yes. Then the user must place thekey into the turn key slot at the front of the weld machineand rotate the key 90 degrees to the right. Selecting theorange back menu button brings the system out of theinstructor mode.

Instructor mode includes the following:• Options • Weldometer®

• Update • Tolerances• License Information

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This means that a machine with different versions ofsoftware, may have different enabled features or func-tions. The License screen is available within theInstructor Mode. It provides a list of the features areenabled or operational on your VRTEX® 360 trainingsystem and the MAC Address of your machine. Youcan scroll through the list of features to see the com-plete list.

The License screen also shows Reserved spots whichcan be loaded with future enhancements through theVRTEX® 360 Software Upgrade program.

For more information on the VRTEX® 360 UpgradeProgram, please contact your Lincoln Electric salesrepresentative or the Lincoln Electric AutomationDivision. TEL: 1-216-481-8100, Ask for the

Automation Division.

Weldometer®

OverviewThe Weldometer® tracks virtual consumables, basematerial and gas usage. This information can be usedto track materials and cost savings incurred by theuse of virtual welding training. The Weldometer®

tracks material usage and arc time over a “trip” (sincelast reset) and over the VR systemʼs lifetime.

Arc Time keeps track of the amount of t ime(hours:min:seconds) students have a virtual arc struckwith each process.

VRTEX® 360

WELDOMETER®

LICENSE INFORMATION SCREEN

License Information

The VRTEX® 360 is a full featured virtual reality arcwelding training solution. As a software based sys-tem, the VRTEX® 360 provides the end user with fea-tures and functionality that are licensed, or enabled,when they operate on the machine.

An example of such a feature is the Desert BaseEnvironment on the VRTEX® 360. If a new electrodeor welding process is added to the VRTEX® 360, itwould be enabled as a Licensed Feature as well. Thelicensed features on the VRTEX® 360 are specific tothe MAC Address, or computer address of eachmachine specifically.

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Base Metal tracks how many virtual coupons havebeen used and their cumulative weight. Note thatplate 3/8” includes groove joints as well as T-joints,while plate 10GA. and 1/4" includes both T-joints andpractice plates.

Gas tracks how much virtual gas was used.

Consumables tracks the cumulative weight of eachtype of virtual consumable used. It also displays howmany virtual SMAW electrodes are used.

At the bottom of the screen, the Simulated WelderTime keeps track of how long the unit has been on(time in hours:minutes:seconds).

Reset TripPressing Reset Trip zeroes out all items in the tripcolumn. This allows an instructor to track VR materialsavings over a certain time period.

Save to FileIf a USB memory device is inserted in the unit, select-ing “save to file” saves a file with all of the currentWeldometer® information. Once the file has saved,the user can take the USB to a computer or printer toprint, email, copy, store or view the file.

BackPressing Back takes the user to the previous screen.

Tolerance EditorOverviewThe tolerance editor allows users to modify the sys-tem settings from the default to fit their curriculum.

The VRTEX® 360 ships with Lincoln “default” weldingparameters pre-installed. The parameters can bemodified by the instructor to reflect a specific weldingapplication or technique. The welding parameters thatcan be modified include:

- WFS range- Voltage range- Amperage range- Gas mixture- Gas flow rate

The technique parameters ideal range values can alsobe modified:

- Position- CTWD/Arc length- Work angle- Travel angle- Travel Speed- Whip- Weave

TOLERANCES

CAUTION

Changing the settings in the tolerance editor willdramatically affect how the system runs, includingscoring, visual cues, and discontinuities. Takecare in changing the settings of the tolerance edi-tor as not to reflect unrealistic welding situations.

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Choose Tolerance Set-upThis displays the list of all tolerance settings currentlystored on the unit. All units ship with default settings.If the user creates multiple tolerance files, the file inuse is selected by pressing the red button. Thisaffects the visual cues, graphs, discontinuities andscore. The current tolerance settings in use are alsolisted on this screen.

Choose Tolerance to LoadThis displays the list of all tolerance sets currentlystored on the USB device. Files can be transferred toand from a VRTEX® 360 with a USB memory device.

BackPressing back returns the system to the login screen.

EditThis menu button affects the file currently beingshown in the choose tolerance setup window. Thismenu has the following options:

• Create New• Save to File• Copy• Delete• Rename

Pressing Create New creates a new file on the unit.The file starts with the default settings. Pressing thisbutton takes the user to a keyboard screen so that anew file name can be entered.

Pressing Save to File saves the current file to a USBmemory device if USB is inserted in the front of themachine.

Pressing Copy makes a copy of the file currentlybeing shown on the choose tolerance setup window.The copy is identified with the same name plus anincremented number after it.

Pressing Delete brings up an “are you sure” dialogue.Selecting yes deletes the file currently shown. Theuser can cancel out by pressing no or pressing theback button.

Pressing Rename brings the user to a keyboardscreen where the name of the current file can bechanged.

USB EditThis menu relates only to the files on the USB memo-ry device. If there is a file name currently listed in thechoose tolerance to load box, pressing the options onthe menu will take action on that file. This menu hasthe following options:

• Copy to List• Delete• Rename• Load from USB

Pressing Copy to List copies the file currently beingshown on the choose tolerance to load box and savesit to the VRTEX® 360.

Pressing Delete brings up an “are you sure” dialogue.Selecting yes deletes the file currently being shown onthe choose tolerance to load. This deletes the filefrom the USB memory device. The user can also can-cel out by pressing no or pressing the back button.

Pressing Rename brings the user to a keyboardscreen where the name of the current file can bechanged.

Pressing Load loads the names of the files currentlyon the USB memory device. The names show up inthe choose tolerance to load box. The user will needto select this in order to see what is on their USBmemory device.

Tolerances Keyboard Screen

OverviewAllows the user to name or rename tolerance files.

TOLERANCES (KEYBOARD SCREEN)

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BackPressing back returns the user to the previous pagescreen.

ContinuePressing continue goes to the tolerance configurationselection screen, unless the user was renaming a file,in which case it goes back to the previous page.

Tolerances Joint ConfigurationSelection Screen

OverviewThe user selects which configuration to modify.

Menu

Selecting Logout and then yes in the submenu takesthe user back to the Login screen.

Selecting Change Process brings the user back tothe tolerances process selection screen.

BackPressing Back goes back to the previous screen.

ContinuePressing Continue goes to the tolerance processselection screen.

Tolerances Process SelectionScreen

OverviewThe user selects which process to modify.

MenuSelecting Logout and then yes in the submenu bringsthe user back to the login screen in welding mode.

Selecting Change Coupon Type takes the user backto the tolerances configuration selection screen.

BackPressing Back goes back to the tolerance configura-tion selection screen.

ContinuePressing Continue goes to the tolerance equipmentsettings screen.

TOLERANCE CONFIGURATION SELECTION

TOLERANCES SELECTED (DEFAULTS)

TOLERANCES PROCESS SELECTION SCREEN

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Modifying TolerancesOverviewThe user can modify the tolerance values. This isdone by: 1) Use the joystick to highlight the equipment setting

or parameter to change. 2) Press the red select button. 3) Use the joystick to change the value. Pressing the

green set tolerances button will save the changes.

The following screens are used to modify tolerances:

• Tolerances Equipment Settings screen• Tolerances Gas screen• Tolerances Welding Technique Parameters screen• Tolerances Pattern and Aim screen• Tolerances Whip and Travel Speed screen• Tolerances Weave screen

Next & PreviousUse the arrow buttons to cycle through the toleranceeditor screens.

The configuration and process selected are shown atthe top of the screen.

In the upper right of the screen is the name of the tol-erance set being modified.

Ideal values represent the ideal weld technique para-meters. If the user welds using the technique listed asideal, they will get the best score. The ideal valuesare represented by the red line on the LASER screen.Changing the +/- changes the acceptable toleranceindicated by the white lines on the LASER screen.Any welding technique used within that +/- range isacceptable but will be scored lower the further it isfrom the ideal value. As an example, a work anglewith an ideal of 45 degrees and a +/- of 10 degreesmeans that the user can use a work angle between 35and 55 degrees and create an acceptable weld.

Settings that are non-applicable to the process select-ed are greyed out and cannot be changed.

MenuThis is the same as the tolerance configuration selec-tion screen.

BackPressing back goes to the previous screen withoutsaving changes.

Prev PassThe previous pass button changes the pass beingmodified. If this is the first pass, this option is notavailable. The pass number currently being modifiedis shown in the upper right of the screen.

Next PassThe next pass button changes the pass being modi-fied to the next pass in the series. If this is the lastpass, this option will not be available.

Tolerances Equipment SettingsScreen

OverviewThis screen allows for the modification of the followingwelding parameters:

• Wire Feed Speed• Amperage• Voltage• Polarity

Tolerances Gas screen

OverviewThis screen allows for the modification of:

• Gas Mixture Selected• Gas Flow Rate

TOLERANCES EQUIPMENT SETTINGS SCREEN

TOLERANCES GAS SCREEN

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Tolerances Pattern and Aim ScreenOverviewThis screen allows the user to change the type of pat-tern being used (stringer, box weave, straight weave,whip, triangle weave) and the position of the root ofthe weld. The X and Y values change the location ofwhere the weld bead should be placed. This affectsthe position parameter on the LASER screen. The +/-determines how far off from the ideal position the stu-dent can place the electrode before it results in a mis-placed weld.

Tolerances Welding TechniqueParameters Screen OverviewThis screen allows the modification of:

• CTWD/Arc Length• Work Angle• Travel Angle

TOLERANCES WELDING TECHNIQUE PARAMETERS

PATTERN & AIM SCREEN

Z

Y

X

XX Z

TEE PIPE GROOVE

Note: The travel angle for drag welding techniquesshould always be less than 90 degrees. Thetravel angle for pushing technique shouldalways be greater than 90 degrees.

COORDINATE CHART FOR WELD PLACEMENT (POSITION)

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Tolerances Whip and Travel SpeedScreenOverviewThis screen allows for the modification of techniqueparameter relating to the whipping welding techniqueand travel speed including:

• Dime Spacing• Whip Time• Puddle Time• Travel Speed

Tolerances Weave ScreenOverviewThis screen allows for the modification of weavingwelding technique including:

• Width of Weave• Weave Timing• Weave Spacing

WHIP & TRAVEL SPEED SCREEN

TOLERANCES WEAVE SCREEN

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VRTEX® 360 Extensions™ Upgrade 2

The VRTEX® 360 Extensions upgrade program isdesigned to expand and enhance features and function-ality on the VRTEX® 360. The VRTEX® 360 UpgradeProgram can be purchased from Lincoln Electric. Theupgrade packages are sent directly to customers whopurchase them with supporting literature, materials andcurriculum components to be used in any welding train-ing environment. For more information on the VRTEX®

360, please contact: The Lincoln Electric Company -Automation Division at 22221 St. Clair Avenue,Cleveland, OH 44117-2522, via phone at 1(888) 935-3878 or e-mail at:

[email protected].

For more information, visit http://www.vrtex360.com/

BEND TEST

Overview:

Many welding codes require bend tests as part of thetesting required to qualify welders according to weldingprocedures specifications (WPS’s). By adding the virtu-al bend test to the VRTEX® 360, a student can see whatcauses a bend test to pass and fail. This functionalityalso enhances the instructor tool set by reinforcingclassroom instruction and allows students to pass andfail in a virtual environment before entering a real weld-ing booth, saving both time and money.

The virtual bend test certificate serves as recognition ofa student’s achievement on a certain level in training.The bend test certificate also adds motivation for thestudents in their welding training program.

The BEND TEST application has been implemented toallow the user to see the results of their weld by simulat-ing the destructive testing method used in many shopsand schools called the Bend Test. The virtual bend testgives the user instant results of the quality of their weldby bending the weld 180º. Once the user completes agroove or pipe weld the BEND TEST option appears inthe same location as the green CONTINUE button. Theuser can select this option by pressing the green BENDTEST button once the weld is completed.

NOTE: Fillet welds cannot be bent on the VRTEX®

360.

Selecting Samples to bend:

Use the joystick to toggle between the “A” and “B” sam-ple the user wishes to bend.

Sample A

Sample B

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Selecting Root or Face:

Use the joystick to highlight and toggle between theROOT and FACE bend. Once the desired sample ischosen, press the red SELECT button to begin thebend test.

ROOT

FACE

Once the first sample has been bent, use the whiteNEXT or PREV arrow buttons to select the next tab tobend.

GREEN TO BEND

BENDING

WHITE BUTTON “NEXT” OR “PREV”

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The bent sample can also be rotated for further visualinspection by using the joystick. FaceBend visualinspection Passed.

FaceBend Visual Passed

BEND TEST FAILURE:

The VRTEX® 360 will visually inspect the weld beforeallowing it to be bent. If the weld passes the visualinspection, the user can move proceed with the bendtest. If a weld fails the bend test, the details such as apercentage of failure will be displayed in the informa-tion box on the right side of the screen. The weld fail-ure is measured in three different aspects includingLack of Fusion, Porosity, and Slag Inclusion. If theuser fails the bend test there will not be a virtual bendtest certificate in the student report.

Beginning to Fail

Failed

Percentages of RootBend Failure

Joystick Rotate RootBend Failure

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EXITING THE BEND TEST:

To exit the bend test application, press the red MENUbutton and use the joystick to toggle to YES thenpress the red SELECT button. This will take the userback to the LASER screen.

PRESS RED MENU BUTTON TO EXIT

ARE YOU SURE PRESS YES RED SELECT BUTTON

THE CERTIFICATE:

The BEND TEST CERTIFICATE is located in theSTUDENT REPORT, which can be saved andaccessed if there is a USB memory device in the USBslot on the front of the VRTEX® 360 while performingthe virtual bend test procedure.

Sample A Root Bend and B Face Bend Guided Results

Bend Test Certificate

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SCORING MODULES:

Overview:

After welding a pass, the user can now see whethereach defect/discontinuity was within acceptable stan-dards (passed) or not (failed). The acceptable stan-dards implemented in VRTEX® 360 are known asscoring modules. Instructors can use the InstructorMode to enable the scoring module they would like touse (i.e., AWS D1.1 or ASME). The pass/fail markswill appear on the LASER screen for relevant passes(scoring modules do not cover all of the availableVRTEX® 360 welds).

The SCORING MODULE feature can be used whenthe user wishes to have their welding evaluatedagainst the ASME or AWS D1.1 standards. Thisoption can be selected by entering the INSTRUC-TORS MODE using the instructor’s key. From theSign In screen, turn the Instructor’s Key 90º to theright. Use the joystick to highlight SCORING MOD-ULE located at the bottom right corner of theInstructors Mode screen. Use the red SELECT buttonto open the options in the module. Use the joystick totoggle between Based on ASME Standards, Based onD1.1 Standards, and None. Use the red SELECT but-ton to choose a standard. Press the orange BACKbutton twice to return to the Sign In screen.

Instructor Mode (Scoring Modules)

Scoring Modules Select Button

Choose Scoring Module Standards

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Overview:

The Visual Cues and Actions that have been selectedby the user will now appear as icons on the LASERscreen below the Discontinuities window. The iconswill remain ghosted until the user selects the option touse the Visual Cue or Action. The icons will be high-lighted when a cue or action is/has been used.

LASER Screen Icon Ghosted

Selects Visual Cues or Action

Selects Visual Cues or Action

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PANNING MODE:

Overview:

The panning view function enhances the instructor’sability to view a weldment as a student welds to bettertrain the student on proper welding technique. Threemodes that include rotate, zoom and pan are nowavailable.

The panning mode allows the user to move the weldpiece on the Instructor View screen in any direction.This feature allows for better view of the work piecefor both the user and the instructor. To use thePanning mode, use the white NEXT or PREV arrowbutton to display the Instructor View screen. Use thered SELECT button to select the PAN option and thejoystick to move the work piece around the screen.

Panning Mode NEXT or PREV Arrow Button

Red Select Button To select PAN option and Joystick

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VRTEX® 360 Extensions™ Upgrade 3

The VRTEX® 360 Extensions™ upgrade program isdesigned to enhance feature and functionality on theVRTEX® 360. The VRTEX® 360 Upgrade Programcan be purchased from Lincoln Electric. The upgradepackages are sent directly to customers who pur-chase them with supporting literature, materials andcurriculum components to be used in any weldingtraining environment. For more information on theVRTEX® 360, please contact: The Lincoln ElectricCompany – Automation Division at 22221 St. ClairAve. Cleveland, OH 44117-2522, via phone at 1(888)935-3878 or e-mail at: [email protected]

For more information, visit http://www.vrtex360.com

LICENSE AGREEMENT:

Overview:

The License Agreement is an agreement to the termsand conditions on which Lincoln Electric grants to thebusiness entity registered with Lincoln on the pur-chase of the Software (“Software Licensee”), a non-exclusive l icense to use the Software andDocumentation accompanying this license on theVRTEX® 360 Virtual Reality Welding Trainer. Thelicense granted herein is strictly limited to the installa-tion of said Software on the VRTEX® 360 VirtualReality Welding Trainer that the Licensee has properlyregistered with Lincoln.

This is the first screen that will appear once theSoftware upgrade has been accomplished. In pastupgrades the system would move directly into theLicense page of the Instructors mode. This upgradethe user must agree to the terms and conditionsbefore moving forward.

Reading the Agreement:

To fully read the End User License Agreement(EULA), use the joystick up and down motion to togglethrough the pages ensuring to read each page care-fully.

Selecting Agree or Do Not Agree:

Once the user has completely read the EULA usingthe joystick left and right motion they can highlight the“I have read the EULA and agreed to its terms” andmove forward or select “I do not agree” which will turnoff the machine. Once the user has made their deci-sion they use the red “Select” button to select theirchoice.

Selecting “I do not agree” will turn the machine off.Selecting the “I have read the EULA and agreed to itsterms” will take the user to the “License” screen.

NOTE: The user cannot continue on the VRTEX®360 until they AGREE to the License Agreement.

End User License Agreement (EULA)

The License Screen:

The License screen allows the user to view theupgrades that are unlocked with a brief description forthe current software version. Using the joystick up anddown motion allows the user to toggle between the“Sets.” The “Sets” will list the current unlocked itemsand show some of the future items coming soon. Toview each license that was unlocked use the joystickleft and right motion to highlight the licenses and thejoystick up and down motion to toggle through the dif-ferent components of the upgrades.

Printing the EULA:

The user has the option of printing the EULA for futureviewing of the agreement. Once the user has selected“I have read and agreed to its terms” the VRTEX®360 program will take the user to the “License” screenand they can view and print a .pdf formatted version ofthe agreement.

Once the user has agreed to the terms of the EULAthey can view a pdf copy of the EULA by pressing thewhite “EULA” arrow located on each end colored but-ton bar on the face of the VRTEX® 360. Pressing thearrow will take the user directly to a copy of the EULAthat can be saved and printed. To return to theLicense Information screen press the white arrowslabeled “License” of press the orange “Back” buttonlocated on the colored button bar.

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Use joystick to highlight and the red �Select� button to choose �I have read the EULA and agreed to its terms.�

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GETTING TO THE EULA

Saving the EULA to a USB can be done by plugging aUSB memory device into the USB port next to theInstructor Key slot and selecting the blue “Save toUSB” button located on the colored button bar. In thetop right hand corner of the screen there is a ghostedimage of the USB symbol. Once the USB device hasbeen recognized this will turn green and blink whenthe data is being transferred. Once the data has beentransferred remove the USB device from the VRTEX®360 and take it to a computer that is connected to aprinter to print the document.

NOTE: You cannot print directly from the VRTEX®360.

Aluminum Welding Simulation:

Overview:The Aluminum GMAW feature in your VRTEX 360allows the system to simulate the look, sound, discon-tinuities, equipment settings and Theory definitions forthe Aluminum GMAW process. Aluminum GMAWsimulates Pulse and Spray welding on tee joints (2Fand 3F) and groove (1G, 2G and 3G) on 3/8” and 10gage material. The electrode of choice for this trainingis the SuperGlaze™ 4043 electrode and the basematerial is 6061 grade aluminum.

Selecting Aluminum Welds:

The general set up is the same as setting up for themild steel welds. The user signs in on the “Sign in”screen using the joystick and the red “Select” button.Once the users name has been placed in the nameblock the user will press the green “Continue” button.This will take the user to the “Joint Selection” screen.There are some different applications on this screenwith the new Software upgrade. The first thing theuser should notice will be that there are red arrowslocated in the joint selection box.

Material Selection Arrows

This is the box that the joint is rotating in. Once youselect the desired joint by using the joystick and red“Select” button, if it is a joint that aluminum welds canbe simulated, the user can toggle left and right usingthe joystick to select between mild steel and alu-minum. The joints aluminum is available in are 2F, 3F,1G, 2G and 3G. Once the user selects the aluminumjoint to be welded they may also have the option toselect a material thickness. There are two distinctmaterial thicknesses available on the VRTEX® 360.They are 3/8” and 10 gage aluminum plate in the “F”or fillet weld selections. Once the user selects thematerial thickness the program will move into theprocess selection screen.

Process selection for aluminum is limited to GMAW-Spray transfer and GMAW-Pulse transfer. Use the“Process Selector” switch located on the face of theVRTEX® 360 to the GMAW position. Selectingbetween Spray and Pulse can be accomplished bymoving the joystick in the up and down motion andpressing the red “Select” button to choose the desiredmode of transfer. Continue using the normal setupprocess.

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The gas selection for the aluminum welding process is100% Argon. To select this gas use the joystick upmotion to highlight 100% Argon and press the red“Select” button. The next step is to set the gas flowrate. Refer to the WPS to see the recommended flowrate for the weld joint chosen. Continue normal set up.

Gas Selection Screen

NOTE: Not all joints or material thicknesses havealuminum simulation capabilities. Please see theWPS book for this information.

Aluminum Theory:

The theory is located inside the existing Theory appli-cation. To access the aluminum Theory on anyscreen, press the yellow “Theory” button located onthe colored button bar. Pressing this button will causethe “Theory” menu to pop up. Use the joystick up anddown motion to toggle through the different terms anddefinitions on each screen.

New Aluminum Theory

REPLAY MODE:Overview:

The Video Replay feature in your VRTEX 360 pro-vides the ability to view your virtual weld video onceyou have completed it. This feature offers studentsand instructors the ability to refine skills by replayingthe weld performed from the different viewing anglesand discussing technique.

Replaying Welds:

Upon completion of a weld, press the green “EndPass” button located on the colored button bar. Oncethe weld has been scored, press the red “Menu” but-ton located on the colored button bar. Use the joystickup motion to highlight “Replay Mode” and the red“Select” button, to activate the mode. This will take theuser directly into the replay of the weld. The user canthen toggle between the welders view, the instructorʼscam and the LASER screen during replay using thewhite “Prev” and “Next” buttons located on the coloredmenu button bar. The user can pause the weld duringreplay by pressing the green “Pause” button locatedon the colored button bar. The user can replay theweld as many times as needed by pressing theorange “Reset” button located on the colored buttonbar. Pausing the video allows the user and instructorto view the angles and motions from many differentvantage points. This allows the user to see the view ofthe instructor during the weld. It also allows the userto see what negative actions caused the negativereaction.

Replay Mode Selection

To exit the “Video Replay” mode press the red “Menu”button on the colored button bar then “Exit WeldReplay.” Use the joystick left and right motion to high-light “Yes” and press the red “Select” button.

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LEARNING LEVELS:

Overview:

The Learning Levels, or Tolerance Level, feature inyour VRTEX 360 provides 3 skill levels (Entry Level,Intermediate and Advanced) for students in your weld-ing training program. As the progression of skills andcapabilities progress, you can enable different levelsto keep students challenged, excited and engaged inlearning.

Default:

The “Default” settings are the original settings createdfor the VRTEX® 360 program. They are a general set-ting used to teach the user the proper welding angles,distances and motions. See the Operators Manualprovided with the unit for further information.

Default Tolerance Selection

Entry Level:

The “Entry Level” Learning Level is designed to trainthe Entry Level welder. The tolerance settings areslightly easier to allow the beginner to become familiarwith the welding motions. They are slightly more chal-lenging than the “Default” settings but teach the samegeneral techniques.

Entry Level Tolerance Selection

Intermediate:

The “Intermediate” Learning Level is designed to bemore challenging than the “Entry Level” setting. Thislevel is for the student with some welding experience.

Intermediate Tolerance Selection

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Advanced:The “Advanced” Learning Level is designed to be themost challenging. This level is for the student that hasmore welding experience. This level is the most chal-lenging and hardest level to score well in. The toler-ances are set very close forcing the user to almostperfect the angles, distance and motion of the welds.

Advanced Tolerance Setting

Accessing the Learning Levels:

From the “Sign In” screen, turn the Instructors Keyone quarter turn to the right. Once in the InstructorsMode use the joystick right motion to highlight the“Tolerance” block and press the red “Select” button.The Tolerance Selection Box will appear below theTolerance block. Use the joystick left and right motionto toggle through the available Learning Levels.

Selecting a Learning Level:

Once “Tolerance” has been selected using the redSelect button, use the joystick to toggle between thedifferent Learning Levels. In the Tolerance SelectionBox there will be four options that have an image of alock next to them. The lock indicates the tolerancecannot be changed. The four tolerances are “Default,Entry Level, Intermediate and Advanced.” Use the red“Select” button to activate the Learning Level desired.Upon selection, a prompt box will appear asking if theselection is the intended tolerance level desired.Press the red “Select” button again setting the chosenLearning Level.

Any additional tolerance settings that have been cre-ated by the user will also appear in this box. Thosetolerance settings can still be accessed and changedas the user deems necessary. The “Learning Levels”are designed to teach student progression startingwith the “Entry Level” and progressing through the“Intermediate” and “Advanced” levels until theybecome proficient with the welding movements.

Exiting the Learning Levels:

Once the user has chosen the Learning Level, pressthe orange “Back” button located on the colored but-ton bar two times. This will take the program back tothe “Sign In” screen. Follow the setup procedures tobegin the learning experience.

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

FMD

Taking proper care of the FMD (Face MountedDisplay) is important for optimal functioning of theequipment. Occasionally, the FMD lens should bewiped with the lint free lens wipe that is provided.This can be done to remove fingerprints from the lens-es. You can also use a lens cloth (e.g., from a cam-era shop). Paper towels or household cloths mayscratch or damage the lenses and should not be used.Avoid exposing the FMD to liquids. Cleaning solu-tions should not be used to clean the FMD. Do notuse Isopropyl alcohol or solutions containing alcoholto clean the lenses or plastic parts on the FMD. Youcan also use a camera pressure canister to occasion-ally blow out dirt.

You may want to clean the inside of the helmet occa-sionally. Be sure to do so without exposing the FMDto any unacceptable materials, as explained above.

The FMD should be kept in a clean and dry locationout of direct sunlight. Avoid dirty or sandy environ-ments, as these can lead to scratching of optics anddamage the FMD mechanical adjus®ents.

Monitor

The monitor is not a touch screen and can bedamaged by touching or poking it with any object.Use care when cleaning screen. Use only a softdry cloth (cotton or flannel). Avoid chemicals andsolvents (alcohol, benzine, acidic or alcazine sol-vent cleaners). Avoid granular or abrasive clean-ing agents.

CAUTION

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VRTEX® 360

This Troubleshooting Guide is provided to help youlocate and repair possible machine malfunctions.Simply follow the three-step procedure listed below.

Step 1. LOCATE PROBLEM (SYMPTOM).Look under the column labeled “PROBLEM (SYMP-TOMS)”. This column describes possible symptomsthat the machine may exhibit. Find the listing thatbest describes the symptom that the machine isexhibiting.

Step 2. POSSIBLE CAUSE.The second column labeled “POSSIBLE CAUSE” liststhe obvious external possibilities that may contributeto the machine symptom.

Step 3. RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTIONThis column provides a course of action for thePossible Cause.

If you do not understand or are unable to perform theRecommended Course of Action safely, contact theLincoln Electric Automation Division: 22221 St. ClairAve. Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 U.S.A.

Phone: 1-888-935-3878Fax: 216-383-8823

If the equipment is used in a manner not specified bythe manufacturer, the protection provided by theequipment may be impaired.

HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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 andmachine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid ElectricalShock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.

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Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

PROBLEMS(SYMPTOMS)

POSSIBLE CAUSE

RECOMMENDEDCOURSE OF ACTION

There is jitter, shake or wobble in theHelmet display and Monitor.

As viewed through the helmet theentire stand assembly appears in themiddle of the screen and the envi-ronment does not move.

The weld coupon image is a differentconfiguration than the physicalcoupon.

The arm and/or table are differentthan the visuals in the software.

When the check settings are activat-ed the incorrect settings appear.

Holding the green button in does notshut down the VRTEX® 360. This isnormal.

The studentsʼ reports are not acces-sible.

Make sure the helmet is close to thework piece. The further the helmetis from the work piece the more jitterthere may be in the helmet display.

Local interference.

The leads to the Polhemus InterfaceModule may be faulty or loose.

Either the wrong coupon is on thestand or the wrong configuration hasbeen selected in the software.

The software information may beincorrect. Press the menu buttonand select change process. Makesure the images on the screenmatch the hardware being used.

The settings in the Instructor Modeare incorrect.

Holding the green button in does notshut down the VRTEX® 360. This isnormal.

USB not in front of machine.

Check for loose or faulty connectionsbetween the Helmet/Monitor and theVRTEX 360 machine. See thewiring diagram.

Make sure there are not otherobjects or frequencies that are inter-fering with the system. See theInstallation Section of this manual.

Check all cables and leads to thePolhemus Interface Module.

Press the menu button and selectchange coupon type. Change thesoftware selections so that theimages on the screen match thehardware you are using.

N/A

Make sure all of the settings in thetolerance editor are correct for theprocess and parameters being used.Check for the acceptable ranges forthe Lincoln defaults.

To shut down the VRTEX® 360select menu and then select shut-down. The green button is not usedfor system shutdown.

The studentsʼ reports can only besaved via the USB port on the frontof the VRTEX® 360. Plug in a USBmemory device into the front of themachine. If a USB memory stick isnot plugged into the USB port or ifthere is not available memory on theUSB stick the studentsʼ reports willnot be saved.


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Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

PROBLEMS(SYMPTOMS)

POSSIBLE CAUSE

RECOMMENDEDCOURSE OF ACTION

Previous weld pass data is notaccessible on the LASER screen.

Some or none of the welding para-meters, defects, or discontinuitiesare shown on the LASER screengraph.

The user is not sure of which toler-ance set they are using.

The machine was shut down and willnot turn back on when the green cir-cular button is pressed.

The user cannot weld a secondpass.

The VR FCAW/GMAW or VR SMAWdevice(s) location do not correspondwith the image shown in the FMD(Face Mounted Display) device.

Not all of the buttons are lit on thefront of the machine.

The VRTEX® 360 does not start upwhen the green circular button ispressed.

“End Pass” must be activated beforestarting a new pass. If a newcoupon is started the data will onlybe available for the first pass. Again“End Pass” must be pressed beforea new pass is started

These items may be “toggled” off.

The tolerance set displayed in thetolerance editor is the one beingused.

The tolerance set can also be readfrom the student report.

The system may still be in the shutdown mode.

The joint configuration may be set upfor one pass only.

The system may be located nearlarge metal objects.

Only the buttons that are availablefor use light up.

Make sure the correct input power isbeing applied to the machine.

Verify Circuit Breaker is in the Onposition.

Use the joystick to go to pass num-ber and change which pass data youare looking for. Note that some con-figurations only have one pass capa-bilities. See the Lincoln default tol-erances.

Use the joystick to highlight thedesired items and then press the redselect button to toggle them on.Also, make sure that you are on acurrently welded pass.

Go to the instructor mode to changetolerances. Go to the login screen,turn the key and select tolerances toverify tolerance set.See the Operation Section in thismanual.

Wait 20 seconds, then press andhold the green circular button for 5seconds to start the machine.

Check the tolerance editor to verifythe joint configuration allows for mul-tiple pass welding.

Move the system to a suitable loca-tion. See the Installation Section ofthis manual.

N/A

Be sure to hold the green circularbutton in for at least 5 seconds.

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ATTENTION

WARNUNG

ATENÇÃO

Spanish

French

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Portuguese

Japanese

Chinese

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

SE RECOMIENDA LEER Y ENTENDER LAS INSTRUCCIONES DEL FABRICANTE PARA EL USO DE ESTE EQUIPO Y LOSCONSUMIBLES 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 AETRE 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.

Do not touch electrically live parts orelectrode with skin or wet clothing.Insulate yourself from work andground.

No toque las partes o los electrodosbajo carga con la piel o ropa moja-da.Aislese del trabajo y de la tierra.

Ne laissez ni la peau ni des vête-ments mouillés entrer en contactavec des pièces sous tension.Isolez-vous du travail et de la terre.

Berühren Sie keine stromführendenTeile oder Elektroden mit IhremKörper oder feuchter Kleidung!Isolieren Sie sich von denElektroden und dem Erdboden!

Não toque partes elétricas e elec-trodos com a pele ou roupa molha-da.Isole-se da peça e terra.

Keep flammable materials away.

Mantenga el material combustiblefuera del área de trabajo.

Gardez à l’écart de tout matérielinflammable.

Entfernen Sie brennbarres Material!

Mantenha inflamáveis bem guarda-dos.

Wear eye, ear and body protection.

Protéjase los ojos, los oídos y elcuerpo.

Protégez vos yeux, vos oreilles etvotre corps.

Tragen Sie Augen-, Ohren- und Kör-perschutz!

Use proteção para a vista, ouvido ecorpo.

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ATTENTION

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LEIA E COMPREENDA AS INSTRUÇÕES DO FABRICANTE PARA ESTE EQUIPAMENTO E AS PARTES DE USO, E SIGA ASPRÁTICAS DE SEGURANÇA DO EMPREGADOR.

Keep your head out of fumes.Use ventilation or exhaust toremove fumes from breathing zone.

Los humos fuera de la zona de res-piración.Mantenga la cabeza fuera de loshumos. Utilice ventilación oaspiración para gases.

Gardez la tête à l’écart des fumées.Utilisez un ventilateur ou un aspira-teur pour ôter les fumées des zonesde travail.

Vermeiden Sie das Einatmen vonSchweibrauch!Sorgen Sie für gute Be- undEntlüftung des Arbeitsplatzes!

Mantenha seu rosto da fumaça.Use ventilação e exhaustão pararemover fumo da zona respiratória.

Turn power off before servicing.

Desconectar el cable de ali-mentación de poder de la máquinaantes de iniciar cualquier servicio.

Débranchez le courant avant l’entre-tien.

Strom vor Wartungsarbeitenabschalten! (Netzstrom völlig öff-nen; Maschine anhalten!)

Não opere com as tampas removidas.Desligue a corrente antes de fazerserviço.Não toque as partes elétricas nuas.

Do not operate with panel open orguards off.

No operar con panel abierto oguardas quitadas.

N’opérez pas avec les panneauxouverts ou avec les dispositifs deprotection enlevés.

Anlage nie ohne Schutzgehäuseoder Innenschutzverkleidung inBetrieb setzen!

Mantenha-se afastado das partesmoventes.Não opere com os paineis abertosou guardas removidas.

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