B-5

OPERATION

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23. GROUND STUD:

Provides a connection point for connecting the machine case to earth ground. Refer to “MACHINE GROUNDING” in the Installation chapter for proper machine grounding informa- tion.

24. RCD:

“Residual Current Device” provides protection from active to ground contact.

RCD will not protect against electrical shock resulting from contact with active and neutral wires.

BATTERY JUMP START TERMINAL (29-30)

29.POSITIVE BATTERY JUMP START TERMINAL.

30.NEGATIVE BATTERY JUMP START TERMINAL.

12V battery jump start feature is standard. Covered output studs for convenient access, and protection against accidental impact. can be used to jump-start a utility truck with up to 800 cold cranking amps. Can also be used to jump-start the AIR VANTAGE® 500 Cummins.

25. VRD INDICATOR LIGHTS:

Indicates OCV voltage across the output termi- nals. Also indicates operation of VRD in CC mode. A Green light indicates OCV below 30V and a red light indicates OCV above 30V.

During welding both lights will flash, depending on the type of Consumable being used.

AIR COMPRESSOR CONTROLS (26 THRU 28)

26. COMPRESSOR ON/OFF SWITCH

Turns compressor on and off (standby) by open- ing and closing the compressor inlet valve.

27. COMPRESSOR PROTECTION LIGHT

The yellow compressor protection light remains off with proper compressor oil temperatures. If the lights turn on, the compressor protection system will close the compressor inlet valve and put the system in standby mode until the temperature reaches allowable limits. Check for proper com- pressor oil level.

28. AIR DISCHARGE VALVE

Controls flow of compressed air. A 3/4” NPT (National Pipe Thread) fitting is provided.

31. BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH

Battery disconnect switch provides lockout/tagout capability. Switch is conveniently located on the front bottom of the machine.

32. AIR CLEANER SERVICE INDICATOR

Air cleaner service indicator provides a Go/No-Go visual indication of useful filter service life. Also located inside the engine compartment. (SEE FIG- URE B.2)

FIGURE B.2

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AIR VANTAGE® 500 CUMMINS

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