Lincoln Electric 305D manual Welding without a control cable

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E-3

TROUbLESHOOTING

E-3

 

 

 

 

Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

 

 

 

 

PRObLEMS

(SYMPTOMS)

POSSIbLE

CAUSE

RECOMMENDED

COURSE OF ACTION

Engine shuts down while under a

1. High radiator coolant tempera-

load.

ture. Reduce load if it is exceed-

 

ing machine rating. Add coolant

 

to system if low. Clean fins on

 

radiator if dirty. Tighten fan belt if

 

loose. Remove objects blocking

 

or close to intake openings on

 

both sides of base and exhaust

 

end (case back).

 

 

Engine runs rough.

1. Dirty fuel or air filters. Inspect and

 

clean/replace filters as needed.

 

Inspect and clean/replace filters

 

as needed.

 

2. Water in fuel. If water found in

 

tank. Empty fuel tank and refill

 

then purge fuel lines.

 

 

Battery does not stay charged.

1. Faulty battery. Replace.

Engine alternator trouble light is on

2. Loose connections at battery or

while machine is running.

alternator. Clean and tighten con-

 

nections.

 

3. Faulty engine alternator or charg-

 

er module. Consult authorized

 

Engine Service Shop.

 

 

Engine will not idle down to low

1. Idler switch in High idle position.

speed.

Set switch to Auto.

 

2. External load on welder or auxil-

 

iary power. Remove all external

 

loads.

 

3. Faulty PC board or idler sole-

 

noid.

 

 

Engine will not go to high idle when

1. Poor work lead connection to

attempting to weld.

work. Make sure work clamp is

 

tightly connected to clean base

 

metal.

 

2. "Contactor" switch is in wrong

 

position. Set to "Welding On" when

 

welding without a control cable.

 

Refer to Operations chapter for prop-

 

er use of this switch.

 

3. Faulty PC board. Low idle speed

 

set to low.

 

 

If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked and the problem persists, Contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility.

CAUTION

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.

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Contents Ranger 305D Safety Depends on YouSafety Electric Shock can kill Iii Welding and Cutting Sparks can Cause fire or explosionPrécautions DE Sûreté IvSAFETYOn-Line Product Registration Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage ImmediatelyTAbLE of Contents Section F ViiSection D Section ETechnical Specifications Ranger 305D K1727-3 Location and Ventilation Safety PrecautionsCold weather starting OIL PRE-OPERATION Engine ServiceTowing Vehicle MountingElectrical Connections Total COMbINED Length Electrode and Work CAbLES CAbLE InstallationWelding Terminals Welding Output CAbLESType Common Electrical Devices Possible Concerns Electrical Device USE with the Ranger 305DSTANDbY Power Connections Auxiliary Power ReceptaclesConnection of Ranger 305D to Premises Wiring Control Cable Model Connection of Lincoln Electric Wire FeedersConnection of LN-15 to the Ranger 305D Across The-Arc ModelConnection of Prince XL Spool GUN to the Ranger 305D Terminals onEngine Operation Safety PrecautionsFor Auxiliary Power General DescriptionWelding Controls Figure b.1 Weld Mode Selector SwitchStart Push bUTTON Wire Feeder Voltmeter SwitchEngine Controls Figure b.2 Glow Plug Push bUTTONTAbLE b.1 Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Welder OperationDownhill Pipe Welding Constant Current CC-STICK WeldingTIG Welding Typical Current Ranges 1 for Tungsten ELECTRODES2ARC Gouging Wire WELDING-CVRanger 305D Extension Cord Length Recommendations Auxiliary PowerT12153-9 50 AMP, 120/240 V Power Plug Field Installed Options / AccessoriesKUbOTA D722 Diesel Engine Routine MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Components KUbOTA D722 Diesel Engine Engine Oil Refill capacities AIR CleanerEngine Oil Change Oil Filter ChangeInsert the New Radial Seal Filter Properly Check Connectors for Tight FitRemove the Filter Inspect the New Filter for DamageBLEEDING the Fuel System Cooling SystemTightening the FAN bELT Arrestor Engine AdjustmentBATTERY Maintenance Servicing Optional SparkGfci Receptacle Testing and RESET- Ting Procedure Welder / Generator MaintenanceHOW to USE TROUbLESHOOTING Guide TROUbLESHOOTINGCause Recommended Course of Action PRObLEMSSymptoms POSSIbLEWelding without a control cable Functioning properly / linkage Faulty control cable. Repair or Your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service FacilityDiagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams S24787-6 Engine Welders /LN-8 Connection DiagramDiagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Diagrams Dimension Print Ranger 305D Ranger 305D Precaucion Guards off
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