Lincoln Electric IM929 manual Angle of Operation, Lifting, High Altitude Operation, Stacking

A-4 INSTALLATION A-4

ANGLE OF OPERATION

Internal combustion engines are designed to run in a level condition which is where the optimum perfor- mance 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 maintain- ing the oil at the normal (FULL) oil capacity in the crankcase in a level condition.

When operating at an angle, the effective fuel capaci- ty will be slightly less than the specified 9 gallons (34 Liters).

Muffler Relocation

WARNING

•Shut off welder and allow muffler to cool before

touching muffler.

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The RANGER 3 PHASE 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 3 PHASE without the cover in place will result in a higher noise level and no increase in machine output.)

LIFTING

The RANGER 3 PHASE weighs approximately 575 lbs.(261kg) with a full tank of gasoline. A lift bail is mounted to the machine and should always be used when lifting the machine.

WARNING

• Lift only with equipment of ade-

	quate lifting capacity.
	• Be sure machine is stable when lift-
	ing.
	• Do not lift this machine using lift
	bail if it is equipped with a heavy
	accessory such as trailer or gas
	cylinder.
FALLING	• Do not lift machine if lift bail is
EQUIPMENT can	damaged.
cause injury.	• Do not operate machine while
	suspended from lift bail.

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HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION

At higher altitudes, Welder output de-rating may be neces- sary. For maximum rating, de-rate the welder output 3.5% for every 1000ft. (305m) above 3000ft. (914m).

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.

CAUTION

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

temperatures which can shorten engine life.

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LOCATION / VENTILATION

The welder should be located to provide an unrestrict- ed flow of clean, cool air to the cooling air inlets and to avoid heated air coming out of the welder recirculating back to the cooling air inlet. Also, locate the welder so that engine exhaust fumes are properly vented to an outside area.

STACKING

RANGER 3 PHASE machines cannot be stacked.

CONNECTION OF LINCOLN ELECTRIC WIRE FEEDERS

WARNING

Shut off welder before making any electrical connections.

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WIRE FEED (CONSTANT VOLTAGE) CONNECTION OF LN-15 ACROSS-THE-ARC WIRE FEEDER

The LN-15 has an internal contactor and the electrode is not energized until the gun trigger is closed. When the gun trigger is closed the wire will begin to feed and the welding process is started.

a.Shut the welder off.

b.Set the Polarity switch to the desired polarity, either DC (-) or DC (+).

c.Attach the single lead from the front of the LN-15 to work using the spring clip at the end of the lead. This is a control lead to supply current to the wire feeder motor; it does not carry welding current.

d.Set the “RANGE” switch to the “WIRE FEED-CV” position

e.Place the Engine switch in the “Auto Idle” position.

f.Adjust the wire feed speed at the LN-15 and adjust the welding voltage with the output “CONTROL” at the welder. Output “CONTROL” must be set above 3.

Note: LN-15 Control Cable model will not work with the RANGER 3 PHASE.

RANGER 3 PHASE