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LIFTING
The Commander lift bale should be used to lift the machine. The Commander is shipped with the lift bale retracted. Before attempting to lift the Commander the lift bale must be secured in a raised position. Secure the lift bale as follows:
a.Open the engine compartment door.
b.Locate the 2 access holes on the upper middle region of compartment wall just below the lift bale.
c.Use the lifting strap to raise the lift bale to the full upright position. This will align the mounting holes on the lift bale with the access holes.
d.Secure the lift bale with 2 thread forming screws. The screws are provided in the shipped loose parts bag.
WARNING
•Lift only with equipment of
adequate 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 trail- er or gas cylinder.
FALLING • Do not lift machine if lift bale
is damaged.
EQUIPMENT can • Do not operate machine while
cause injury. suspended from lift bale.
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
At higher altitudes, output derating may be necessary. For maximum rating, derate the welder output 5% for every 300 meters (984 ft.) above 1500 meters (4920 ft.). For output of 300A and below, derate the welder output 5% for every 300 meters (984 ft.) above 2100 meters (6888 ft.)
Contact a Deutz Service Representative for any engine adjustments that may be required.
TOWING
The recommended trailer for use with this equipment for road,
1.Design capacity of trailer vs. weight of Lincoln equipment and likely additional attachments.
2.Proper support of, and attachment to, the base of the welding equipment so that there will be no undue stress to the trailer’s framework.
3.Proper placement of the equipment on the trailer to insure stability side to side and front to back when being moved and when standing by itself.
4.Typical conditions of use, such as travel speed, roughness of surface on which the trailer will be operated, and environmental conditions.
5.Proper preventative maintenance of trailer.
6.Conformance with federal, state and local laws.(1)
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Consult applicable federal, state and local laws regarding specific requirements for use on public high- ways.
VEHICLE MOUNTING
WARNING
Improperly mounted concentrated loads may cause unstable vehicle handling and tires or other components to fail.
•Only transport this Equipment on serviceable vehi- cles which are rated and designed for such loads.
•Distribute, balance and secure loads so vehicle is stable under conditions of use.
•Do not exceed maximum rated loads for compo- nents such as suspension, axles and tires.
•Mount equipment base to metal bed or frame of vehi- cle.
•Follow vehicle manufacture’s instructions.
COMMANDER 300
