Lincoln Electric IM660 RANGER 200 - Manual (Page 18)

DO NOT FILL THE TANK TO THE POINT OF OVER-
FLOW.
3. Replace the fuel tank cap and tighten securely.
4. See Engine Owner’s Manual for specific fuel rec-
ommendations.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Remove all plugs connected to the AC power
receptacles.
2. Set IDLER switch to AUTO .
3. Set the RUN/STOP switch to RUN.
4. Pull the choke to the full out position.
5. Press and hold the engine START button until the
engine starts.
6. Release the engine START button when the
engine starts.
7. Push the choke back in.
8. The engine will run at high idle speed for approxi-
mately 12 seconds and then go to low idle speed.
Allow the engine to warm up at low idle for several
minutes before applying a load and/or switching to
high idle. Allow a longer warm up time in cold
weather.
Operating the starter motor for more than 5 seconds
can damage the motor. If the engine fails to start,
release the switch and wait 10 seconds before opera-
tion the starter again. Do
NOT push the START
button while the engine is running because this can
damage the ring gear and/or the starter motor.
NOTE: When starting a Ranger 200 for the first
time, or after and extended period of time of not oper-
ating, it will take longer than normal because the fuel
pump has to fill the fuel line and carburetor.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Remove all welding and auxiliary power loads and
allow the engine to run at low idle speed for a few
minutes to cool the engine.
2. Stop the engine by placing the
RUN/STOP in the
STOP position.
NOTE: A fuel shut off valve is not required on the
Ranger 200 because the fuel tank is mounted below
the engine.
CAUTION
B-3 OPERATION B-3
ENGINE CONTROLS (CONTINUED)
B. When the electrode touches the work or power is
drawn for lights or tools (approximately 100 Watts
minimum) the engine accelerates and operates at
full speed.
C. When welding ceases or the AC power load is
turned off, a fixed time delay of approximately 12
seconds starts. If the welding or AC power load is
not restarted before the end of the time delay, the
idler reduces the engine speed to low idle speed.
D. The engine will automatically return to high idle
speed when there is welding load or AC power load
reapplied.
9. ENGINE ALTERNATOR TROUBLE
LIGHT
: The yellow engine alternator light is off when
batterycharging system is functioning normally. If light
turns on, the alternator or the voltage regulator may
not be operating correctly. The light may also come
on due to the battery not holding a charge. It is nor-
mal for the light to come on while starting the engine.
10. ENGINE HOUR METER: Displays the total
time that the engine has been running. This meter is
useful for scheduling prescribed maintenance.
ENGINE OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE:
1. Be sure the machine is on a level surface.
2. Open top engine door and remove the engine oil
dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. Reinsert the
dipstick and check the level on the dipstick.
3. Add oil (if necessary) to bring the level up to the full
mark. Do not overfill. Close engine door.
4. See Engine Owner’s Manual for specific oil recom-
mendations.
Check and fill the engine fuel tank:
GASOLINE fuel can cause fire
or explosion.
• Stop engine when fueling.
• Do not smoke when fueling.
• Do not overfill tank.
• Keep sparks and flame away from tank.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
2. Fill the tank approximately 4 inches (100 mm) from
the top of the filler neck to allow for fuel expansion
(observe the fuel gauge.)
RANGER 200
WARNING