Lincoln Electric SVM194-A service manual Pre, Trailer, Diesel Fuel, Vehicle Mounting

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A1.5

INSTALLATION

A1.5

TRAILER

(See Optional Features)

Cables Sizes for Combined Length

If the user adapts a non-Lincoln trailer, he must

RECOMMENDED COPPER CABLE SIZES

of Electrode Plus Work Cable

assume responsibility that the method of attachment

and usage does not result in a safety hazard nor dam-

Amps

Duty Cycle

Up to 200ft.(61m)

200 to 250ft.

age the welding equipment. Some of the factors to be

(61 to 76m)

250

100%

1

considered are as follows:

1/0

300

60%

1/0

2/0

1.

equipment and likely additional attachments.

PRE-

OPERATION

SERVICE

Design capacity of trailer vs. weight of Lincoln

CAUTION

2.

Proper support of, and attachment to, the base of

READ the engine operating and maintenance instruc-

the welding equipment so there will be no undue

stress to the framework.

tions supplied with this machine.

3.

Proper placement of the equipment on the trailer to

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ensure stability side to side and front to back when

WARNING

being moved and when standing by itself while

• Stop engine while fueling.

being operated or serviced.

• Do not smoke when fueling.

4. Typical conditions of use, i.e., travel speed, rough-

from tank.

flame

away

ness of surface on which the trailer will be operated;

• Keep

sparks and

• Do not leave unattended while

5.

environmental conditions, likely maintenance.

DIESEL FUEL

fueling.

Conformance with federal, state and local laws. (1)

• Wipe up spilled fuel and allow

(1) Consult your federal, state and local laws regarding specific

can cause fire.

fumes to clear before starting

requirements for use on public highways.

engine.

cause

over-

VEHICLE MOUNTING

expansion may

• Do

not overfill

tank,

fuel

Improperly mounted concentrated loads may cause

flow.

DIESEL FUEL ONLY

unstable vehicle handling and tires or other compo-

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nents to fail.

• Only transport this equipment on serviceable vehi-

Oil

cles which are rated and designed for such loads.

• Distribute, balance and secure loads so vehicle is

This unit is supplied from the factory with the engine

stable under conditions of use.

• Do not exceed maximum rated loads for compo-

crankcase filled with a high quality SAE 10W/30 oil.

nents such as suspension, axles and tires.

This oil should be acceptable for most typical ambient

• Mount equipment base to metal bed or frame of

temperatures.

Consult the engine operation manual

vehicle.

for specific engine manufacturerʼs recommendations.

• Follow vehicle manufacturerʼs instruction.

Upon receipt of the welder, check the engine dipstick to

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be sure the oil is at the “full” mark. DO NOT overfill.

POLARITY CONTROL AND CABLE SIZES

Fuel

With the engine off, route the electrode and work

Fill the

fuel tank with the grade of fuel recommended in

cables through the strain relief bracket on the base and

the Engine Operatorʼs manual. Make sure the fuel

connect to the studs located below the fuel tank mount-

valves on the sediment bowl and the water separator

ing rail. (See size recommendations below.) For pos-

are in the open positions.

itive polarity, connect the electrode cable to the termi-

nal marked

“+”.

For

Negative

polarity, connect the

Cooling System

electrode cable

to the

“-”stud.

These connections

should be checked periodically and tightened if neces-

The radiator has been filled at the factory with a 50-50

sary.

When welding at a considerable distance from the

mixture of ethylene glycol antifreeze and water. Check

the radiator level and add a 50-50 solution as needed

welder, be sure you use ample sized welding cables.

(see engine manual or antifreeze container for alter-

nate antifreeze recommendations).

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