Lincoln Electric IM972 manual Thank You

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Thank You

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for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product

••• as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you!

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE POLICY

The business of The Lincoln Electric Company is manufacturing and selling high quality welding equipment, consumables, and cutting equip- ment. Our challenge is to meet the needs of our customers and to exceed their expectations. On occasion, purchasers may ask Lincoln Electric for advice or information about their use of our products. We respond to our customers based on the best information in our posses- sion at that time. Lincoln Electric is not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice, and assumes no liability, with respect to such infor- mation or advice. We expressly disclaim any warranty of any kind, including any warranty of fitness for any customerʼs particular purpose, with respect to such information or advice. As a matter of practical consideration, we also cannot assume any responsibility for updating or correcting any such information or advice once it has been given, nor does the provision of information or advice create, expand or alter any warranty with respect to the sale of our products.

Lincoln Electric is a responsive manufacturer, but the selection and use of specific products sold by Lincoln Electric is solely within the control of, and remains the sole responsibility of the customer. Many variables beyond the control of Lincoln Electric affect the results obtained in applying these types of fabrication methods and service requirements.

Subject to Change – This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing. Please refer to www.lincolnelectric.com for any updated information.

Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately

When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaser upon receipt by the carrier. Consequently, Claims for material damaged in shipment must be made by the purchaser against the transportation company at the time the shipment is received.

Please record your equipment identification information below for future reference. This information can be found on your machine nameplate.

Product _________________________________________________________________________________

Model Number ___________________________________________________________________________

Code Number or Date Code_________________________________________________________________

Serial Number____________________________________________________________________________

Date Purchased___________________________________________________________________________

Where Purchased_________________________________________________________________________

Whenever you request replacement parts or information on this equipment, always supply the information you have recorded above. The code number is especially important when identifying the correct replacement parts.

On-Line Product Registration

-Register your machine with Lincoln Electric either via fax or over the Internet.

For faxing: Complete the form on the back of the warranty statement included in the literature packet accompanying this machine and fax the form per the instructions printed on it.

For On-Line Registration: Go to our WEB SITE at www.lincolnelectric.com. Choose “Quick Links” and then “Product Registration”. Please complete the form and submit your registration.

Read this Operators Manual completely before attempting to use this equipment. Save this manual and keep it handy for quick reference. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions we have provided for your protection. The level of seriousness to be applied to each is explained below:

WARNING

This statement appears where the information must be followed exactly to avoid serious personal injury or loss of life.

CAUTION

This statement appears where the information must be followed to avoid minor personal injury or damage to this equipment.

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Contents Safety Depends on You OutbackSafety California Proposition 65 Warnings Electric 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 AmperesSafety Precautions Location and VentilationStoring 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 WeldingEngine Operation Stopping the EngineKohler 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