Lincoln Electric IM894-B manual Engine Adjustment, Battery Maintenance, Servicing Optional Spark

D-5 MAINTENANCE D-5

FUEL FILTER

1.Check the fuel filter and fuel pre-filter for water accumulation or sediment.

2.Replace the fuel filter if it is found with excessive water accumulation or sediment. Empty fuel pre-fil- ter.

OVERSPEED IS HAZARDOUS

The maximum allowable high idle speed for this machine is 1890 RPM, no load. Do NOT tamper with governor components or setting or make any other adjustments to increase the maximum speed. Severe personal injury and damage to the machine can result if operated at speeds above maximum.

ENGINE ADJUSTMENT

Adjustments to the engine are to be made only by a Lincoln Service Center or an authorized Field Service Shop.

CLEANING THE BATTERY

Keep the battery clean by wiping it with a damp cloth when dirty. If the terminals appear corroded, discon- nect the battery cables and wash the terminals with an ammonia solution or a solution of 1/4 pound (0.1113 kg) of baking soda and 1 quart (0.9461L) of water. Be sure the battery vent plugs (if equipped) are tight so that none of the solution enters the cells.

After cleaning, flush the outside of the battery, the bat- tery compartment, and surrounding areas with clear water. Coat the battery terminals lightly with petroleum jelly or a non-conductive grease to retard corrosion.

Keep the battery clean and dry. Moisture accumula- tion on the battery can lead to more rapid discharge and early battery failure.

CHECKING THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL

If battery cells are low, fill them to the neck of the filler hole with distilled water and recharge. If one cell is low, check for leaks.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE			CHARGING THE BATTERY
			When you charge, jump, replace, or otherwise con-
To access the battery, remove the battery tray from
			nect battery cables to the battery, be sure the polarity
the front of the machine with 3/8” nut driver or flat
			is correct. Improper polarity can damage the charging
head screw driver. Pull the tray out of machine far
			circuit. The VANTAGE® 500 (CE) positive (+) battery
enough to disconnect the negative and then positive
			terminal has a red terminal cover.
battery cables. The tray can then be tilted and lifted to
remove the entire tray and battery from the machine			If you need to charge the battery with an external
for easy service.
			charger, disconnect the negative cable first, then the
			positive cable before you attach the charger leads.
		WARNING
			After the battery is charged, reconnect the positive
		GASES FROM BATTERY can explode.	battery cable first and the negative cable last. Failure
			to do so can result in damage to the internal charger
		● Keep sparks, flame and cigarettes
			components.
		away from battery.
			Follow the instructions of the battery charger manu-
		To prevent EXPLOSION when:	facturer for proper charger settings and charging time.
● INSTALLING A NEW BATTERY — disconnect			SERVICING OPTIONAL SPARK
	negative cable from old battery first and con-
	nect to new battery last.		ARRESTOR
● CONNECTING A BATTERY CHARGER —			Clean every 100 hours.
	remove battery from welder by disconnecting		WARNING
	negative cable first, then positive cable and
	battery clamp. When reinstalling, connect
	negative cable last. Keep well ventilated.		• MUFFLER MAY BE HOT
● USING A BOOSTER — connect positive lead to
	battery first then connect negative lead to neg-		• ALLOW ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE INSTALLING
		ative battery lead at engine foot.	THE SPARK ARRESTER!
		BATTERY ACID can burn eyes and
		skin.	• DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE WHILE INSTALLING
		● Wear gloves and eye protection	THE SPARK ARRESTER!
		and be careful when working near
		battery.
● Follow instructions printed on battery.

VANTAGE® 500 (CE)