Lincoln Welder, #AC 225-5

[mulligan]

I have a question and not sure if this is the proper place. Recently I was given a Lincoln Electric Arc Welder, #AC 225-5. Seems to be in good shape, but has no manual and none of the welding cables - electrodes - ground. All I have is the basic box. Does anyone know where I can order or find reasonable priced parts / cables. I hate to spend a lot because I am not sure if it even works. Any suggestions.

Thanks

[smawgmaw]

As far as a manual, you can probably download one from Lincoln's web site. You may need either the model or code number or both, so have them handy when you visit the site. If you know someone who has cables that could be borrowed and hooked up temporarily, you might try that route first. Most of these type welders very rarely have a problem that cause them not to operate, so chances are good it will. Unless you were given it because it didnt work. Anyway, good luck.

[AndyA]

If you're buying a lot of cable. Last time I looked around these guys beat everyone's prices.
http://www.cableyard.com/catalog/

For eletrode holders or ground clamps, I'd probably use
http://www.cyberweld.com.

If you want it today and don't want to wait for shipping then try the local welding supply, Tractor supply, Home depot, Lowes, etc, etc. Don't expect great quality stuff from the big box stores.

[duaneb55]

mulligan,
Is that AC-225/5 as in an engine drive unit or AC-225-S as in an AKA 230VAC "Buzz Box"?

I suspect it's the buzz box but either way you can get your manual here http://www.mylincolnelectric.com/Cat...ualsearch.aspx

[duaneb55]

Originally Posted by AndyA

If you're buying a lot of cable. Last time I looked around these guys beat everyone's prices.
http://www.cableyard.com/catalog/

AndyA,
FYI, weldingsupply.com smokes cableyard on welding cable prices. So does my LWS.