Lincoln Electric SVM133-B PRE-OPERATION Engine Service, Lifting, High Altitude Operation, Towing

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INSTALLATION

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LIFTING

The Commander 400 weights 1650 lb./748 kg (Stick model); 1683 lb./763 kg. (Stick & Wire model). A lift bail is provided for lifting with a hoist.

WARNING

FALLING EQUIPMENT can cause injury.

Do not lift this machine using lift bail if it is equipped with a heavy accessory such as a trailer.

Lift only with equipment of adequate lifting capacity. Be sure machine is sta- ble when lifting.

The Commander is shipped with the lift bail retracted. Before attempting to lift the Commander, secure the lift bail in a raised position. Secure the lift bail 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 bail.

c.Use the lifting strap to raise the lift bail to the full upright position. This will align the mounting holes on the lift bail with the access holes.

d.Secure the lift bail with 2 thread forming screws. The screws are provided in the shipped loose parts bag.

3.Proper placement of the equipment on the trailer to insure stability side to side and front to back when the trailer is 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, environmental conditions, and likely maintenance.

5.Proper preventative maintenance of trailer.

6.Conformance with federal, state and local laws.1

1Consult applicable federal, state and local laws regarding specific requirements for use on public highways.

PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE

Read and understand the information about the diesel engine in the Operation and Maintenance sections of this manual before you operate the Commander 400.

WARNING

•Stop the engine and allow it to cool before fueling.

•Do not smoke when fueling.

• Fill the fuel tank at a moderate rate and do not overfill.

• Wipe up spilled fuel and allow the fumes to clear before starting the engine.

• Keep sparks and flame away from the tank.

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HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION

At higher altitudes, output derating may be necessary. Some engine adjustments may be required. Contact a Deutz Service Representative.

TOWING

The recommended trailer for use with this equipment for road, in-plant and yard towing by a vehicle(1) is Lincoln’s K953-1. If the user adapts a non-Lincoln trail- er, he must assume responsibility that the method of attachment and usage does not result in a safety haz- ard nor damage the welding equipment. Some of the factors to consider are as follows:

1.Design capacity of trailer vs. the weight of the Lincoln equipment and likely additional attach- ments.

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.

OIL

The Commander 400 is shipped with the engine filled with SAE 10W-30 oil (API class CD or better). This should be fine for most ambient operating temperature conditions. See the engine operation manual for spe- cific recommendations. CHECK THE OIL LEVEL BEFORE YOU START THE ENGINE. This is an added precaution. When full, the oil level should be up to but not over the FULL mark on the dipstick. If it is not full, add enough oil to fill it to the full mark. DO NOT overfill.

Check oil level after every 4 hours of running time dur- ing the first 35 hours of operation.

NOTE: This machine is equipped with an engine pro- tection package. An internal kill switch will shut down the engine if the oil pressure drops below a minimum level or if oil temperature becomes excessive.

For more oil fill and service information, see the Maintenance section of this manual.

COMMANDER 400