Lincoln 500 manual PRE-OPERATION Engine Service, Engine Coolant, Battery Connection OIL, Fuel CAP

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DIESEL FUEL can cause fire.

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INSTALLATION

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PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE

READ the engine operating and maintenance instructions supplied with this machine.

WARNING

• Stop engine while fueling.

• Do not smoke when fueling.

•Keep sparks and flame away from tank.

•Do not leave unattended while fueling.

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

•Do not overfill tank, fuel expansion may cause overflow.

DIESEL FUEL ONLY

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ENGINE COOLANT

WARNING

HOT COOLANT can burn skin.

•Do not remove cap if radiator is hot.

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The welder is shipped with the engine and radiator filled with a 50% mixture of ethylene glycol and water. See the MAINTENANCE section and the engine Operator’s Manual for more information on coolant.

BATTERY CONNECTION

OIL

The Vantage is shipped with the engine crankcase filled with high quality SAE 10W-30 oil (API class CD or better). 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 35 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 operating environment. Refer to the engine Operator’s Manual for the proper service and maintenance intervals.

FUEL USE DIESEL FUEL ONLY

Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh diesel fuel. The capacity of the fuel tank is approx 95 liters. See engine Operator’s Manual for specific fuel recommendations. Running out of fuel may require bleeding the fuel injection pump. NOTE: Before starting the engine, open the fuel shutoff valve (pointer to be in line with hose).

FUEL CAP

Remove the plastic cap covering from the Fuel Tank Filler neck and install the Fuel Cap.

WARNING

GASES FROM BATTERY can explode.

• Keep sparks, flame and cigarettes away from battery.

To prevent EXPLOSION when:

•INSTALLING A NEW BATTERY — disconnect negative cable from old battery first and connect to new battery last.

•CONNECTING A BATTERY CHARGER — remove battery from welder by disconnecting negative cable first, then positive cable and battery clamp. When reinstalling, connect negative cable last. Keep well ventilated.

•USING A BOOSTER — connect positive lead to battery first then connect negative lead to negative battery lead at engine foot.

BATTERY ACID can burn eyes and skin.

• Wear gloves and eye protection and be careful when working near battery.

• Follow instructions printed on battery.

IMPORTANT: To prevent ELECTRICAL DAMAGE WHEN:

a)Installing new batteries.

b)Using a booster.

Use correct polarity — Negative Ground.

Vantage 500 CUMMINS

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Contents Vantage 500 Cummins Safety California Proposition 65 WarningsElectric Shock can kill Welding Sparks can cause fire or explosion Précautions DE Sûreté Thank You Table of Contents Vii Installation Input Diesel EngineSafety Precautions Location / VentilationStoring StackingHigh Temperature Operation LiftingHigh Altitude Operation TowingPRE-OPERATION Engine Service Battery Connection OILEngine Coolant Fuel USE Diesel Fuel onlyWelding Terminals Remote Control Auxiliary Power ReceptaclesStandby Power Connections OutputFigure A.2 Connection of the Vantage to Premises Wiring Connection of Lincoln Electric Wire Feeders Connection of AN LN-23P Wire Feeder to the VantageConnection of LN-7, LN-8 or LN-742 to the Vantage Connection of LN-15 to the VantageConnection of the LN-25 to the Vantage Connection of Prince XL Spool GUN to the VantageSafety Instructions OperationGeneral Description Controls and Settings Battery Charging Light Idler SwitchOIL Pressure Gauge Engine ProtectionAuxiliary Power Controls Engine Operation Starting the EngineStopping the Engine BREAK-IN Period Engine BREAK-INWelder Operation Vantage Settings When Using the K930-2 TIG Module For Tungsten ElectrodesAuxiliary Power Operation Operation Accessories Optional Field Installed AccessoriesK767-2 Four Wheeled Steerable Yard Trailer Maintenance Routine and Periodic MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Battery Handling Fuel FiltersCooling System Welder / Generator Maintenance Troubleshooting HOW to USE Troubleshooting GuideMisadjustments Course of Action Possible Areas RecommendedFunction Problems Possible AreasProblems Possible Areas Diagrams Vangage 500 Cummins Wiring DiagramDIAGRAMSF-2 Connection DiagramCommander / K867 / K775 / LN-7 Connection Diagram DiagramDiagrams Diagrams Commander / K867 / LN-8 Connection Diagram Diagrams Diagrams Engine Welders /LN-8 Connection Diagram ConnectionDiagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Dimension Print M18962-3Precaucion l Aviso DE
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