A-4
INSTALLATION
RANGER 10,000 PLUS AND RANGER 10,000
A-4WELDING 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 necessary. Loose con-
nections 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.
ANGLE OF OPERATION
Internal combustion engines are designed to run in a level
condition which is where the optimum performance is
achieved. The maximum angle of operation for the engine is
15 degrees from horizontal in any direction. If the engine is
to be operated at an angle, provisions must be made for
checking and maintaining the oil at the normal (FULL) oil
capacity in the crankcase in a level condition.
When operating at an angle, the effective fuel capacity will
be slightly less than the specified 9 gallons.
LIFTING
The RANGER 10,000 PLUS AND RANGER 10,000 AND
RANGER 10,000 weighs approximately 575 lbs. with a full
tank of gasoline. A lift bail is mounted to the machine and
should always be used when lifting the machine.
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
At higher altitudes, Welder output de-rating may be neces-
sary.
Kohler and Subaru Robin Models:
For maximum rating, de-rate the welder output 3.5% for
every 1000ft. (305m) above 3000ft. (914m).
Honda Model:
For maximum rating, de-rate the welder output 3.5% for
every 1000ft. (305m) above sea level.
If operation will consistently be at altitudes above 5,000 ft.
(1525m), a carburetor jet designed for high altitudes should
be installed. This will result in better fuel economy, cleaner
exhaust and longer spark plug life. It will not give increased
power. Contact your local authorized engine service shop
for high altitude jet kits that are available from the engine
manufacturer.
Do not operate with a high altitude jet installed at alti-
tudes below 5000 ft. This will result in the engine run-
ning too lean and result in higher engine operating tem-
peratures which can shorten engine life.
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Muffler Relocation
•Shut off welder and allow muffler to cool before touch-
ing muffler.
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The RANGER 10,000 PLUS AND RANGER 10,000 is
shipped with the exhaust coming out on the left side. The
exhaust can be changed to the opposite side by removing
the two screws that hold the exhaust port cover in place and
installing the cover on the opposite side. (Operating the
RANGER 10,000 PLUS AND RANGER 10,000 without the
cover in place will result in a higher noise level and no
increase in machine output.)
CAUTION
WARNING
• Lift only with equipment of ade-
quate lifting capacity.
•Be sure machine is stable when
lifting.
• Do not lift this machine using lift
bale if it is equipped with a
heavy accessory such as trailer
or gas cylinder.
FALLING • Do not lift machine if lift bale is
EQUIPMENT can damaged.
cause injury. • Do not operate machine while
suspended from lift bale.
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WARNING
TOTAL COMBINED LENGTH OFELECTRODE AND WORK CABLES
0-100 Ft. (0-30.5m)
100-200 Ft. (30.5-61.0m)
200-250 Ft. (61.0-76.2m)
225 Amps
100% Duty Cycle
1 AWG
1 AWG
1/0 AWG