OIL
The VANTAGE® 500 (CE) is shipped with the engine crankcase filled with high quality SAE 10W-30 Oil that meets classification CG- 4 or CH-4 for diesel engines. Check the oil level before starting the engine. If it is not up to the full mark on the dip stick, add oil as required. Check the oil level every four hours of running time during the first 50 running hours. Refer to the engine Operator’s Manual for specific oil recommendations and break-in information. The oil change interval is dependent on the quality of the oil and the operat- ing environment. Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for more details on the proper service and maintenance intervals.
FUEL
DIESEL FUEL ONLY-Low sulphur fuel or ultra low sulphur fuel in U.S.A. and Canada.
WARNING
•Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh fuel. The capacity of the tank is 15 gals. (57 ltrs) for (Codes 11298, 11299), 20 gals. (75.5) for (Codes 11524, 11525, 11574, 11575). When the fuel gauge reads empty the tank contains approximately 2 gals. (7.6ltrs.) of reserve fuel.
NOTE: A fuel shut off valve is located on the pre-fil- ter/sediment filter. Which should be in the closed posi- tion when the welder is not used for extended periods of time.
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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
WARNING
Air to cool the engine is drawn in the side and exhausted through radiator & case back. It is important that the intake and exhaust air is not restricted. Allow a minimum clearance of 1ft. (0.6m) from the case back and 16 in. (406mm) from either side of the base to a vertical surface.
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CAUTION
BATTERY CONNECTION
Use caution as the electrolyte is a strong acid that can burn skin and damage eyes.
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The VANTAGE® 500 (CE) is shipped with the negative battery cable disconnected. Make certain that the RUN-STOP switch is in the STOP position. Remove the two screws from the battery tray using a screwdriver or a 3/8"(10mm) socket. Attach the negative battery cable to the negative battery terminal and tighten using a 1/2"(13mm) socket or wrench.
NOTE: This machine is furnished with a wet charged battery; if unused for several months, the battery may require a booster charge. Be careful to charge the battery with the correct polarity. (See Battery in “Maintenance Section”)
MUFFLER OUTLET PIPE
Using the clamp provided secure the outlet pipe to the outlet tube with the pipe positioned such that it will direct the exhaust in the desired direction. Tighten using a 9/16"(14mm) socket or wrench.
SPARK ARRESTER
Some federal, state or local laws may require that gasoline or diesel engines 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 welder does not qualify as a spark arrester. When required by local regulations, a suitable spark arrester, such as the K903-1 must be installed and properly maintained.
WARNING
An incorrect spark arrestor may lead to damage to the engine or adversely affect performance.
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REMOTE CONTROL
The VANTAGE® 500 (CE) is equipped with a 6-pin and a 14-pin connector. The 6-pin connector is for connecting the K857 or K857- 1 Remote Control or for TIG welding, the K870 foot Amptrol or the K936-3 hand Amptrol. When in the CC-STICK, ARC GOUGING or CV-WIRE modes and when a remote control is connected to the 6- pin Connector, the auto-sensing circuit automatically switches the OUTPUT control from control at the welder to remote control.
When in the DOWNHILL PIPE mode and when REMOTE CON- TROL is connected to the 6-Pin or 14-Pin Connector, the OUTPUT CONTROL is used to set the maximum current range of the OUT- PUT CONTROL of the REMOTE.
Example: When the OUTPUT CONTROL on the welder is set to 200 amps the current range on the REMOTE CONTROL will be 40- 200 amps rather than the full 40-300 amps. Any current range that is less than the full range provides finer current resolution for more fine tuning of the output.
When in TOUCH START TIG mode and when a Amptrol is connect- ed to the 6-Pin Connector, the OUTPUT dial is used to set the maxi- mum current range of the CURRENT CONTROL of the Amptrol.
The 14-pin connector is used to directly connect a wire feeder con- trol cable. In the CV-WIRE mode, when the control cable is con- nected to the 14-pin connector, the auto-sensing circuit automatical- ly makes the Output Control inactive and the wire feeder voltage control active.
WARNING
NOTE: When a wire feeder with a built in welding voltage con- trol is connected to the 14-pin connector, do not connect any- thing to the 6-pin connector.
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