Lincoln Electric IM836-B manual Welding without a control cable

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

 

 

 

 

PROBLEMS

(SYMPTOMS)

POSSIBLE

CAUSE

RECOMMENDED

COURSE OF ACTION

Engine shuts down while under a

1. High radiator coolant tempera-

load.

ture. Reduce load if it is exceed-

 

ing machine rating. Add coolant

 

to system if low. Clean fins on

 

radiator if dirty. Tighten fan belt if

 

loose. Remove objects blocking

 

or close to intake openings on

 

both sides of base and exhaust

 

end (case back).

 

 

Engine runs rough.

1. Dirty fuel or air filters. Inspect and

 

clean/replace filters as needed.

 

Inspect and clean/replace filters

 

as needed.

 

2. Water in fuel. If water found in

 

tank. Empty fuel tank and refill

 

then purge fuel lines.

 

 

Battery does not stay charged.

1. Faulty battery. Replace.

Engine alternator trouble light is on

2. Loose connections at battery or

while machine is running.

alternator. Clean and tighten con-

 

nections.

 

3. Faulty engine alternator or charg-

 

er module. Consult authorized

 

Engine Service Shop.

 

 

Engine will not idle down to low

1. Idler switch in High idle position.

speed.

Set switch to Auto.

 

2. External load on welder or auxil-

 

iary power. Remove all external

 

loads.

 

3. Faulty PC board or idler sole-

 

noid.

 

 

Engine will not go to high idle when

1. Poor work lead connection to

attempting to weld.

work. Make sure work clamp is

 

tightly connected to clean base

 

metal.

 

2. "Contactor" switch is in wrong

 

position. Set to "Welding On" when

 

welding without a control cable.

 

Refer to Operations chapter for prop-

 

er use of this switch.

 

3. Faulty PC board. Low idle speed

 

set to low.

 

 

If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked and the problem persists, 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.

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Contents Ranger 305D Safety California Proposition 65 WarningsElectric Shock can kill Welding and Cutting Sparks can Cause fire or explosion IiiPrécautions DE Sûreté Sûreté Pour Soudage a LʼArcThank You Table of Contents Section F Section DSection E P492AIR Cleaner Engine Idler Muffler Engine Protection InstallationHeight Width Depth Weight Lubrication Emissions Fuel System GovernorSafety Precautions Location and VentilationVehicle Mounting PRE-OPERATION Engine ServiceTowing OILElectrical Connections Welding Output Cables Cable InstallationWelding Terminals Total Combined Length of Electrode and Work CablesAuxiliary Power Receptacles Standby Power ConnectionsConnection of Ranger 305D to Premises Wiring Across The-Arc Model Connection of Lincoln Electric Wire FeedersConnection of LN-15 to the Ranger 305D Control Cable ModelTerminals on Connection of Prince XL Spool GUN to the Ranger 305DOperation General DescriptionWeld Mode Selector Switch Figure B.1Glow Plug Push Button Wire Feeder Voltmeter SwitchStart Push Button Welder Operation Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Typical Ranger 305D Fuel ConsumptionDownhill Pipe Welding TIG WeldingTypical Current Ranges 1 for Tungsten ELECTRODES2 Table B.2Wire WELDING-CV ARC GougingAuxiliary Power Ranger 305D Extension Cord Length RecommendationsAccessories Field Installed Options / AccessoriesEngine Maintenance Components Kubota D722 Diesel Engine MaintenanceKubota D722 Diesel Engine Engine Oil Change AIR CleanerEngine Oil Refill capacities Without oil filter replacement Oil Filter ChangeService Instructions & Installation Tips 3MAINTENANCED-3Bleeding the Fuel System Cooling SystemTightening the FAN Belt For CodeServicing Optional Spark Engine AdjustmentBattery Maintenance ArrestorWelder / Generator Maintenance Gfci Receptacle Testing and RESET- Ting ProcedureTroubleshooting HOW to USE Troubleshooting GuideLincoln Authorized Field Service FacilityContact your local Lincoln Welding without a control cable Functioning properly / linkage Faulty control cable. Repair or Field Service Facility Your local Lincoln AuthorizedDiagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Engine Welders LN/-8CONNECTION Diagram Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Enhanced For Codes 11188 Dimension Print M20334Ranger 305D Precaucion Warnung
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