Lincoln Electric IM612 manual Operation, General Description, Design Features, Other Features

B-1 OPERATION B-1

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The RANGER 8+ DIESEL is a diesel-engine driven, multi-process AC and DC arc welder and AC power generator for commercial and residential applications. As a generator it can supply up to 9,000 continuous watts of 115/230 volt, 60 Hz, single-phase AC power at unity power factor to operate AC power tools, bat- tery chargers, and lighting; It is suitable for long term primary power, and temporary standby, or emergency power, using engine manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule. As a welder it provides 250 amps of AC current for welding with AC stick elec- trodes or 225 amps of DC current for DC stick weld- ing. The RANGER 8+ DIESEL can also perform AC/DC TIG welding and DC semiautomatic wire feed welding.

The engine used on the RANGER 8+ DIESEL machines is the Ruggerini, 2 cylinder RD 201 engine. The RD 201 is an air-cooled diesel with Direct Injection and Diecast Aluminum Crankcase.

The RANGER 8+ DIESEL machines are housed in a heavy gauge steel case that is protected by a durable powder paint finish. The welder alternator has all cop- per windings and a high temperature insulation sys- tem that includes three coats of electrical grade var- nish.

DESIGN FEATURES

AC/DC STICK WELDING (Constant Current)

•AC 40 - 250 Amps

•DC 40 - 225 Amps

•100% Duty Cycle on All Settings

•Output Selector with 6 Ranges

•Output Control for Fine Current Adjustment

•Use with a broad range of AC & DC Electrodes Including Fleetweld® 5P

DC SEMIAUTOMATIC WIRE FEED WELDING (Constant Voltage)

•CV Tap Setting for 40-200 Amps.

•100% Duty Cycle.

•Excellent Performance with .068” (1.7mm) NR®-211-MP Innershield® Electrode.

•Limited MIG Welding with L-50 & L-56 using blended Argon Shielding Gas.

•The Recommended Wire Feeder is the LN-25, but Can Also be Used with the LN-7 Wire Feeder.

( LN-7 and LN-25 without contactor require the K240 Contactor Kit)

AC/DC TIG WELDING (Constant Current)

•AC & DC TIG Welding Can be Done at All Constant Current Output Range Settings.

AUXILIARY POWER

•9000 Watt AC 115/230 Volt 60 Hz. Generator.

•Operates AC Power Tools.

•Powers Battery Chargers.

•Powers a 1.5 HP Motor (If Started Under No Load).

•Lights Ninety 100 Watt Incandescent Bulbs.

•Can be Used for Standby Power.

OTHER FEATURES

•Bottom Mounted 9 Gallon (34 L) Fuel Tank with a Convenient Top Fill and Fuel Gauge.

•Polarity Switch for Selecting DC+, DC-, or AC Welding Output.

•K930-2 TIG Module Available.

•Remote Control Receptacle Kit Available.

•Electronic Engine Idler. Engine Automatically Goes to Low Idle in 10 to 14 Seconds after Welding or Use of Auxiliary Power. Includes High Idle Switch.

•Electric Starting.

•Battery Charging light to monitor proper operation.

•Full 9 kVA Auxiliary Output Receptacle.

•Factory Installed Engine Hour Meter.

•Factory Installed Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.

•Built-in Feet for Easy Mounting to Truck Bed or Trailer.

•All Copper Alternator Windings and High Quality Insulation for Long-Life and Dependability.

•Powder Painted Case and Base for Outstanding Corrosion Protection.

RANGER 8+ DIESEL