Pre-Operation Service, Welding Output Cables

A-4	INSTALLATION	A-4

Some of the factors to be considered are as follows:

1.Design capacity of trailer vs. weight of equipment and likely additional attachments.

2.Proper support of, and attachment to, the base of the welding equipment so there will be no undue stress to the framework.

Pre-Operation Service

CAUTION

READ the engine operating and maintenance instruc- tions supplied with this machine.

WARNING

GASOLINE fuel can cause fire or explosion.-

• Stop engine while fueling.

•Do not smoke when fueling.

•Do not overfill tank.

•Keep sparks and flame away from tank.

•Wipe up spilled fuel and allow fumes to clear

before starting engine.

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Battery Connections

This welder is shipped with the negative battery cable disconnected. Make sure that the Engine Switch is in the “STOP” position and attach the disconnected cable securely to the negative battery terminal before attempting to operate the machine. If the battery is discharged and does not have enough power to start the engine, see the battery charging instructions in the Battery section.

Welding Output Cables

With the engine off, connect the electrode and work cables to the studs provided. These connections should be checked periodically and tightened if neces- sary. Loose connections will result in overheating of the output studs.

When welding at a considerable distance from the welder, be sure you use ample size welding cables. Listed below are copper cable sizes recommended for the rated current and duty cycle. Lengths stipulated are the distance from the welder to work and back to the welder again. Cable sizes are increased for greater lengths primarily for the purpose of minimizing cable voltage drop.

TOTAL COMBINED LENGTH OF ELECTRODE AND WORK CABLES

Oil

The Ranger 8 is shipped with the engine crankcase filled with SAE 10W-30 oil. 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. Make certain that the oil filler cap is tightened securely. Refer to the engine Owner’s Manual for specific oil recommendations.

LUBRICATION SYSTEM CAPACITY

(INCLUDING FILTER)

Kohler CH20S - 2.0 Quarts (1.9 Liters)

Fuel

Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline. Observe fuel gauge while filling to prevent overfilling.

0-50 Ft.

50-100 Ft.

100-150 Ft.

150-200 Ft.

200-250 Ft.

225Amps

40% Duty Cycle

3AWG

2AWG

1AWG

1/0 AWG