Lincoln Electric IM10043-A manual TROUbLESHOOTING

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HOW TO USE TROUbLESHOOTING GUIDE

WARNING

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

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This Troubleshooting Guide is provided to help you locate 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 symptoms that the machine may exhibit. Find the listing that best describes the symptom that the machine is exhibiting.

Step 2. POSSIBLE CAUSE.

The second column labeled “POSSIBLE CAUSE” lists the obvious external possibilities that may contribute to the machine symptom.

Step 3. RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION This column provides a course of action for the Possible Cause, generally it states to contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility.

If you do not understand or are unable to perform the Recommended Course of Action safely, contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility.

CAUTION

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.

RANGER® 305LPG

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Contents Safety Depends on You RangerElectric Magnetic Fields SafetyFor Engine Electric Shock can kill Welding and Cutting Sparks can Cause fire or explosion IiiPrécautions DE Sûreté Sûreté Pour Soudage a L’ArcPlease Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately On-Line Product RegistrationTAbLE of Contents Vii Section DSection E Section FInstallation Technical Specifications Ranger 305LPG K2937-1Auxiliary Power Circuit bREAKER Other Circuit bREAKERS ReceptaclesSafety Precautions Additional Safety PrecautionsLocation and Ventilation High Altitude OperationPRE-OPERATION Service FuelVehicle Mounting Tighten by handElectrical Connections CAbLE Installation Total COMbINED Length of Electrode and Work CAbLESWelding Terminals Welding Output CAbLESElectrical Device USE with the Ranger 305LPG Type Common Electrical Devices Possible ConcernsAuxiliary Power Receptacles STANDbY Power ConnectionsConnection of Ranger 305LPG to Premises Connection of Lincoln Electric Wire Feeders Connection of LN-7 or LN-8 to the Ranger 305LPGConnection of LN-15 to the Ranger 305LPG Across The-Arc Model11INSTALLATIONA-11 For Auxiliary Power OperationGeneral Description Engine OperationWeld Mode Selector Switch Welding ControlsOutput Control Digital Output MetersEngine Controls Welder Operation Typical Current Ranges 1 for Tungsten ELECTRODES2 Wire WELDING-CVTIG Welding Ranger 305LPG Extension Cord Length Recommendations Auxiliary PowerARC Gouging Accessories Maintenance Engine Maintenance ComponentsKohler Engine FrequencyEngine Oil Refill Capacities Without oil filter replacement Air Cleaner ServiceEngine Oil Change Oil Filter ChangeAIR Filter Paper Element Spark Plug ServiceSpark Plug Checking the Electrolyte Level Engine AdjustmentServicing Optional Spark Arrestor Welder/Generator Maintenance Gfci Receptacle Testing and RESET- Ting ProcedureTROUbLESHOOTING PRObLEMS SymptomsIs Evident.Authorized Field Service Facility POSSIbLEAuthorized Field Service Facility Contact your local LincolnFaulty control cable. Repair or Stick Sive voltage dropDiagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Engine Welders /LN-8 Connection Diagram S24787-6Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Dimension PrintRanger 305LPG Ranger 305LPG Precaucion Guards off