Lincoln Electric IM837-A manual Your local Lincoln Authorized, Field Service Facility

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E-6	TROUBLESHOOTING	E-6

	Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

PROBLEMS

(SYMPTOMS)

POSSIBLE

CAUSE

RECOMMENDED

COURSE OF ACTION

The welding arc is “cold.” The weld- 1. Make sure the MODE selector
ing arc is not stable or is not satis-	switch is in the correct position for
factory. the engine runs normally.	the process being used. (For exam-
The auxiliary power is normal.	ple, CV-WIRE, PIPE, CC-STICK.)

2.Make sure the electrode (wire, gas, voltage, current etc.) is correct for the process being used.

3.Check for loose or faulty connec- tions at the weld output terminals and welding cable connections.

4.The welding cables may be too long or coiled, causing an excessive

voltage drop.	If all recommended possible areas of
	misadjustment have been checked
	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.

RANGER 305D (CE)

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Contents Ranger 305 D CE Safety California Proposition 65 WarningsElectric Shock can kill Welding Sparks can cause fire or explosion IiiPrécautions DE Sûreté Sûreté Pour Soudage a L’ArcSafety Spain Ranger 305D CEVii Viii Thank You Table of Contents Section F Section DSection E P494Installation Technical Specifications Ranger 305D CESafety Precautions Location and VentilationVehicle Mounting PRE-OPERATION Engine ServiceTowing OILElectrical Connections Welding Terminals Auxiliary PowerStandby Power Connections Welding Output CablesAcross The-Arc Model Connection of Lincoln Electric Wire FeedersConnection of LN-15 to the Ranger 305D Control Cable ModelConnection of LN-742 and Cobramatic to Ranger 305D CE Connection of Prince XL Spool GUN toOperation General DescriptionWeld Mode Selector Switch Digital Output MetersGlow Plug Push Button Wire Feeder Voltmeter SwitchGround Stud Typical Ranger 305D CE Fuel Consumption Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Table B.1Duty Cycle Welder OperationTypical Current Ranges 1 for Tungsten ELECTRODES2 TIG WeldingARC Gouging Wire WELDING-CVSimultaneous Welding and Auxiliary Power Loads 8000 Amps 6500 100 5000 150 3500 200 2000 250Accessories Field Installed Options AccessoriesKubota D722 Diesel Engine MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Components Kubota D722 Diesel Engine OIL Filter Change AIR CleanerEngine OIL Refill Capacities Without oil filter replacement Service Instructions & Installation Tips 3MAINTENANCED-3Bleeding the Fuel System Cooling SystemTightening the FAN Belt For Codes 11122Servicing Optional Spark Engine AdjustmentBattery Maintenance ArrestorWelder / Generator Maintenance Troubleshooting HOW to USE Troubleshooting GuideContact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service FacilityYour local Lincoln Welding without a control cable Functioning properly / linkage Troubleshooting Field Service Facility Your local Lincoln AuthorizedDiagrams Diagrams Engine Welders /LN-742 Connection Diagram Diagrams Diagrams Enhanced Diagram Ranger 305D CE Kubota Wiring Diagram UK for Code Diagrams Ranger 305D CE Kubota Wiring Diagram -EUROPE for Code Dimension Print Center of GravityRanger 305D CE Ranger 305D CE Ranger 305D CE Precaucion Guards off