TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
F-19 F-19
RANGER 305D
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PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS) POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S) RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
ENGINE AND IDLE PROBLEMS
The engine will not go to high idle
when using auxiliary power.
Auxiliary power is normal when the
idler switch is in the “HIGH” posi-
tion. And the automatic idle func-
tion works properly when welding.
1. The load on the auxiliary recep-
tacle may be too low. The auto-
matic idle system will not func-
tion reliably if the load is less
than 100 watts.
2. The device connected to the
auxiliary power may be defec-
tive; try using another device.
3. Make sure that the connections
tothe auxiliary devices are tight.
4. Some devices are designed to
sensefor adequate inputpower.
Products of this type may not
turn on due to the low voltage
and frequency of the idling
machine. If this happens, the
current draw will likely be insuf-
ficient to activate the automatic
idle system. Devices of this
type may require that the idler
switch be in the “HIGH IDLE”
position.
1. Check that leads #3 and #6 are
properly routed through the
torodal current sensor. Each
lead must have two turns and
must pass through the sensor in
opposite directions. See the
wiring diagram. The leads
should be wrapped tightly and
tie-wrapped in place.
2. Check the toriodal current sen-
sor for an signs of damage.
3. Check leads #260 and #261 for
poor connections and damage
to the conductors and insulation
between the toroidal current
sensor and the P3 connector on
the control Pc board.
4. Unplug plug P3 from the control
PC board and check for dam-
aged, dirty,or corroded pins.
5. Measure the resistance of the
toridal current sensor. Measure
between P3-3 and P3-4; the
meter should read about 10 to
14 ohms
6. If the current sensor is shorted
or open, replace it.
7. The control PC board may be
defective.
The engine will not go to high idle
when striking an arc. The automat-
ic idle system functions normally
when using auxiliary power.
Welding and auxiliary outputs are
normal when the idle switch is in
the “HIGH IDLE” position.
1. Check that the welding cables
are in good condition and the
connections are tight. Make
sure that work clamp is
attached to clean, bare metal.
1. The weld control PC board may
be defective.
CAUTION
Observe Safety Guidelines
detailed in the beginning of this manual. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE