Lincoln Electric IM10053 RANGER 305 D (AU) - Manual (Page 10)

PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE
READ the engine operating and maintenance instruc-
tions supplied with this machine.
• Stop engine and allow to cool before fueling
• Do not smoke when fueling.
• Fill fuel tank at a moderate rate and do not over-
fill.
• Wipe up spilled fuel and allow fumes to clear
before starting engine.
• Keep sparks and flame away from tank.
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OIL
The Ranger® 305D (AU) is shipped with the engine
crankcase filled with high quality SAE 10W-30 Oil that
meets classification CG-4 or CH-4 for diesel engines.
Check the oil level before starting the engine. If it is
not up to the full mark on the dip stick, add oil as
required. Check the oil level every four hours of run-
ning time during the first 50 running hours. Refer to
the engine Operatorʼs Manual for specific oil recom-
mendations and break-in information. The oil change
interval is dependent on the quality of the oil and the
operating environment. Refer to the Engine Operatorʼs
Manual for more details on the proper service and
maintenance intervals.
FUEL
DIESEL FUEL ONLY-Low sulphur fuel or ultra low
sulphur fuel in U.S.A. and Canada.
• Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh fuel. The
capacity of the tank is 12 gals. (45.4ltrs). When
the fuel gauge reads empty the tank contains
approximately 2 gals. (7.6ltrs.) of reserve fuel.
NOTE: A fuel shut off valve is located on the pre-
filter/sediment filter. Which should be in
the closed position when the welder is not
ran for extended periods of time.
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A-3 INSTALLATION
RANGER® 305D (AU)
A-3
TOWING
The recommended trailer for use with this equipment for road,
in-plant and yard towing by a vehicle(1) is Lincolnʼs K957-1. If
the user adapts a non-Lincoln trailer, he must assume responsi-
bility that the method of attachment and usage does not result
in a safety hazard nor damage the welding equipment. Some of
the factors to be considered are as follows:
1. Design capacity of trailer vs. weight of Lincoln equipment and
likely additional attachments.
2. Proper support of, and attachment to, the base of the weld-
ing equipment so there will be no undue stress to the frame-
work.
3. Proper placement of the equipment on the trailer to insure
stability side to side and front to back when being moved
and when standing by itself while being operated or ser-
viced.
4. Typical conditions of use, i.e., travel speed; roughness of sur-
face on which the trailer will be operated; environmental con-
ditions; like maintenance.
5. Conformance with federal, state and local laws. (1)
(1) Consult applicable federal, state and local laws regarding specific
requirements for use on public highways.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
VEHICLE MOUNTING
Improperly mounted concentrated loads may
cause unstable vehicle handling and tires or other
components to fail.
• Only transport this Equipment on serviceable
vehicles which are rated and designed for such
loads.
• Distribute, balance and secure loads so vehicle
is stable under conditions of use.
• Do not exceed maximum rated loads for compo-
nents such as suspension, axles and tires.
• Mount equipment base to metal bed or frame of
vehicle.
• Follow vehicle manufacturerʼs instructions.
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WARNING