Lincoln Electric IM972 manual Stacking, Tilting, Oil, Lifting, PRE-OPERATION Engine Service

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INSTALLATION

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STACKING

OUTBACK™ 185 machines CANNOT be stacked.

TILTING

Place the machine on a secure, level surface whenev- er you use it or store it. Any surfaces you place it on other than the ground must be firm, non-skid, and structurally sound.

The gasoline engine is designed to run in a level posi- tion for best performance. It can operate at an angle, but this should never be more than 15 degrees in any direction. If you do operate it at a slight angle, be sure to check the oil regularly and keep the oil level full. Also, fuel capacity will be a little less at an angle.

OIL

The OUTBACK™ 185 is shipped with the engine filled with SAE 10W30 oil. CHECK THE OIL LEVEL BEFORE YOU START THE ENGINE. This is an added precaution. Do not screw in dipstick when checking oil level. DO NOT OVERFILL. Be sure the fill plug is tight after servicing.

FUEL

Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh, regular grade (mini- mum 87 octane lead free gasoline. DO NOT MIX OIL WITH GAS. The OUTBACK™ 185 capacity is approx- imately 6.8 gallons (25.74 Liter). DO NOT OVER- FILL, allow room in the fuel tank for fuel expansion.

LIFTING

The OUTBACK™ 185 should be lifted by two people. (See Specification section for weight). The LowLift™ grab bars on both ends make lifting easier.

PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE

Read and understand the engine operating and

maintenance instructions supplied with this machine

before you operate the OUTBACK™ 185.

WARNING

•Keep hands away from muffler or HOT engine parts.

•Stop the engine when fueling.

•Do not smoke when fueling.

•Remove fuel cap slowly to release pressure.

•Do not overfill tank.

•Wipe up spilled fuel and allow fumes to clear before starting engine.

•Keep sparks and flame away from tank.

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SPARK ARRESTER

Some federal, state or local laws may require gaso- line engines to be equipped with exhaust spark arresters when they are operated in certain locations where unarrested sparks may present a fire hazard. The standard muffler included with this machine does not qualify as a spark arrester. For areas requiring spark arrestors, use K2793-1.

CAUTION

An incorrect additional arrester may lead to dam- age to the engine or adversely affect performance.

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Contents Safety Depends on You OutbackSafety 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 Height Width Depth Weight InstallationTechnical Specifications Outback 185 K2706-1 Amps @ DC Constant Current Duty Cycle Volts @ Rated AmperesLocation and Ventilation Safety PrecautionsStoring Tilting PRE-OPERATION Engine ServiceStacking OILTable A.1 Recommended Welding Cable Size and Length Outback 185 Output ConnectionsWelding Cable Connections Total Combined Length Electrode and Work CablesCable Installation Machine GroundingPlugs and Hand Held Equipment Auxiliary Power ReceptaclesPremises Wiring Circuit BreakersTable A.2 Electrical Device USE with the Outback Type Common Electrical Devices Possible ConcernsSafety Instructions OperationEngine Start Welding Capability LimitationsOutput Panel Controls Auxiliary PowerWELDER/GENERATOR Controls WeldingStopping the Engine Engine OperationKohler CS 12.75 HP After YOU Finish the Weld Welding OperationTo USE the Outback 185 for Welding Plasma Cutting with Lincoln Pro-CutGeneral Information Auxiliary Power OperationTo USE the Outback 185 AS AN Auxiliary Power Supply Table B.2 Electrode Selection GuideTable B.3 Auxiliary Power Applications Accessories OPTIONS/ACCESSORIESMaintenance MaintenanceSafety Precautions Engine MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Parts Spark Plug ServiceEngine Adjustments Slip RingsTroubleshooting HOW to USE Troubleshooting GuideCourse of Action ProblemsSymptoms Contact your local LincolnProblems Possible Symptoms Cause Recommended Course of ActionWelding Problems Diagrams Printdimension 185Outback Precaucion Warnung
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