Lincoln Electric IM644-A manual Possible Areas, Symptoms, Course of Action

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E-2			TROUBLESHOOTING			E-2

		Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

	PROBLEMS		POSSIBLE AREAS OF	RECOMMENDED
	(SYMPTOMS)		MISADJUSTMENTS(S)	COURSE OF ACTION

ENGINE PROBLEMS

Major Physical or Electrical Damage	1. Contact your Local Lincoln
is Evident.		Authorized Field Service Facility.
Engine will not “crank”.	1. Battery is low. Charge Battery.
	2.	Loose battery cable connections.
		Inspect, clean and tighten.

Engine will “crank” but not start.	1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank.
	2.	Fuel shut off valve is in off
		position.
	3.	High oil temperature (Indicator
		light lit. Check engine cooling
		system. (Consult engine service
		dealer.
	4.	Low battery voltage.

Engine shuts down shortly after	1. Low fuel. (Indicator light lit K1585-
starting.		2 only) Add fuel.
	2.	Low output of battery charging
		alternator. (Indicator light lit)
		Check cooling blower belt. Replace
		if neccessary.
	3.	High oil temperature (Indicator
		light lit). Check engine cooling
		system. (Consult engine service
		dealer.

Battery does not stay charged.	1. Faulty battery. Replace

Contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance.

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.

COMMANDER 500

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Contents Commander Safety Depends on YouSafety California Proposition 65 WarningsElectric Shock can kill Welding Sparks can cause fire or explosion IiiPrécautions DE Sûreté Sûreté Pour Soudage a L’ArcThank You Table of Contents Section E Section CSection D Section FHEIGHT2 Width Depth Weight InstallationWelding Range Open Circuit Voltage Auxiliary Power1 Bore x StrokeStoring Safety PrecautionsLocation / Ventilation StackingHigh Altitude Operation High Temperature OperationLifting TowingOIL PRE-OPERATION Engine ServiceEngine Cooling System Battery Connection Fuel USE Diesel Fuel onlyHigh Frequency Generators for TIG Applications Remote ControlWelding Terminals Welding Output Cables Auxiliary Power ReceptaclesStandby Power Connections Machine GroundingPower Connection of the LN-25 to the Commander Connection of Lincoln Electric Wire FeedersConnection of LN-7 or LN-8 to the Commander Connection of AN LN-23P Wire Feeder to the Commander Operation Safety InstructionsDesign Features and Advantages Operating InstructionsK1639-1 Commander 500 Standard Model For Auxiliary PowerOther Features Welding CapabilityStart Pushbutton Controls and SettingsRUN- Stop Switch Fuel Level Gauge and LightIdler Operational exceptions Idler SwitchOIL Pressure Gauge K1639-2 Std., K1639-1 Opt. and Light Hour MeterAuxiliary Power Controls Starting the Engine Engine OperationStopping the Engine Typical Fuel Consumption Welder OperationBREAK-IN Period Stick WeldingCommander 500 Settings When Using the K930-1 TIG Module Commander 500 Settings When Using the K799 HI-FREQ UnitTable B.3 Typical Current Ranges 1 for Tungsten ELECTRODES2 Wire Feed Constant Voltage WELD- ING Auxiliary Power OperationSimultaneous Welding and AUXIL- Iary Power Loads Table B.4 Commander 500 Simultaneous Welding and Power Loads Optional Field Installed Accessories AccessoriesRecommended Optional Equipment Routine and Periodic Maintenance MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Fuel PRE-FILTER/WATER Separator ASSEM- BLY Fuel FiltersWater Separator Element Battery Handling Cooling System Cooling Blower BeltCleaning Nameplates / Warning Decals MaintenanceWelder / Generator Maintenance Brush Removal and ReplacementTroubleshooting HOW to USE Troubleshooting GuidePossible Areas SymptomsCourse of Action Function Problems Output Problems Diagrams Commander 500 Wiring DiagramConnection Diagram Commander / K867 / K775 / LN-7 Connection Diagram To Work Electrode Cable To Wire Feed UnitTo Wire Feed Unit Connection DiagramRemote Control Electrode CableConnection Diagram Commander to K867 Adapter Connection DiagramCommander / K867 / LN-8 Connection Diagram Remove the Three Screws Shown and USE PIN Amphenol To LN-8 Input Cable Plug K595 Control Cable Commander / LN-8 Connection DiagramTo Work To Work PIN Commander / K930 TIG Module / Connection Diagram Commander / LN-742 Connection Diagram To LN-742 Input Cable Plug K592 Control CableDimension Print 24.97Basic Course $700.00Precaucion Aviso DE