Lincoln Electric IM893 RANGER 305 D (CE) - Manual (Page 15)

A-3 INSTALLATION
RANGER 305D (CE)
A-3
TOWING
Check with distributor for the recommended trailer for use with
this equipment for road, in-plant and yard towing by a vehicle. 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 laws in nation / region to be used.
OIL
The machine 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 running time
during the first 50 running hours. Refer to the engine
Operatorʼs Manual for specific oil recommendations
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 mainte-
nance intervals.
FUEL
USE DIESEL FUEL ONLY
• Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh fuel. The
capacity of the tank is, about 45 ltr.ʼs (12 Gal.ʼs).
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
operated for extended periods of time.
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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Air to cool the engine is drawn in the base sides
and exhaust through radiator & case back. It is
important that the intake and exhaust air is not
restricted. Allow a minimum clearance of 0.6m (2
feet) from the case back and 40cm (16”) from
either side of the base to a vertical surface.
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BATTERY CONNECTION
Use caution as the electrolyte is a strong acid that
can burn skin and damage eyes.
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The machine is shipped with the negative battery
cable disconnected. Make certain that the RUN-STOP
switch is in the STOP position. Attach the negative
battery cable to the negative battery terminal and
tighten using a 13mm socket or wrench. It may be
helpful to remove the coolant over-fill bottle. Pull up on
bottle to remove from bracket.
WARNING
CAUTION
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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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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WARNING
WARNING