Lincoln-electric IM742 RANGER 305 G Manuel d'utilisateur

RANGER 305 GGOPERATOR’S MANUALIM742-AAugust, 2002Safety Depends on YouLincoln arc welding and cuttingequipment is designed and builtwith safety in min

A-2INSTALLATION RANGER 305GA-2MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS - Ranger 305G (K1726-1)RECEPTACLES AUXILIARY POWER CIRCUIT BREAKER OTHER CIR

A-3INSTALLATION RANGER 305GA-3LIFTINGThe RANGER 305G weighs approximately 530 lbs.with a full tank of gasoline. A lift bail is mounted to themachine

A-4INSTALLATION RANGER 305GA-4PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICEREAD the engine operating and maintenance instruc-tions supplied with this machine.• Stop

A-5INSTALLATION RANGER 305GA-5The 14 pin connector is used to directly connect awire feeder or TIG Module (K930-2) control cable. Inthe CV-WIRE mode

A-6INSTALLATION RANGER 305GA-6• Loose connections will cause the output termi-nals to overheat. The terminals may eventuallymelt.• Do not cross the

A-7INSTALLATION RANGER 305GA-7240 Volt60 Hz.3-WireServicePOWERCOMPANYMETER240 VOLT120 VOLT120 VOLTLOADNNEUTRALBUSGROUNDPREMISESDISCONNECT ANDSERVICE

A-8INSTALLATION RANGER 305GA-8CONNECTION OF LINCOLN ELECTRICWIRE FEEDERSConnection of the LN-25 to the RANGER 305GShut off welder before making any

B-1OPERATIONRANGER 305GB-1SAFETY PRECAUTIONSDo not attempt to use this equipment until youhave thoroughly read the engine manufacturer’smanual supplie

B-2OPERATIONB-2WELDING CONTROLS1. OUTPUT CONTROL: The CONTROL dial provides continuous control of thewelding current or welding voltage depending on t

B-3OPERATIONB-35. WELD OUTPUT TERMINALS WITHFLANGE NUT:Provides a connection point for the electrode andwork cables.6. GROUND STUD: (graphic)Provides

FOR ENGINEpowered equipment.1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenancework unless the maintenance work requires it to be running.

B-4OPERATIONB-4• The engine will run at high idle speed for approxi-mately 12 seconds and then go to low idle speed.Allow the engine to warm up at low

B-5OPERATIONB-5TIG WeldingThe TOUCH START TIG setting of the MODE switch isfor DC TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding. To initiate aweld, the CONTROL dia

PermissibleCurrent in@120 VAC *80**60**46**36200B-6OPERATIONB-6ARC GOUGINGThe RANGER 305G can be used for limited arc goug-ing. For optimal performan

C-1ACCESSORIESC-1OPTIONS/ACCESSORIES AND COM-PATIBLE LINCOLN EQUIPMENTK957-1 HEAVY DUTY, TWO WHEEL TRAILER FORSMALL WELDERSFor road, off-road and in-p

D-1MAINTENANCED-1RANGER 305GKOHLER ENGINE (1) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas and/or at high ambienttemperatures.• Have qualified per

D-2MAINTENANCED-2Engine Oil ChangeDrain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapidand complete draining.• Remove the oil filler cap and dipstic

D-3MAINTENANCED-3AIR FILTER PAPER ELEMENT• Loosen the cover retaining knob and remove thecover.• Remove the pre-cleaner from the paper element.• Remov

D-4MAINTENANCED-4FUEL FILTER• Check the fuel filter for water accumulation or sedi-ment.• Replace the fuel filter if it is found with excessivewater a

D-5MAINTENANCED-5RANGER 305GWelder/Generator MaintenanceSTORAGE: Store the RANGER 305G in clean, dryprotected areas.CLEANING: Blow out the generator a

E-1TROUBLESHOOTINGE-1RANGER 305GIf for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact

iiSAFETYiiARC RAYS can burn.4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and coverplates to protect your eyes from sparks andthe rays of the arc when weld

E-2TROUBLESHOOTINGE-2RANGER 305GObserve all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test procedur

E-3TROUBLESHOOTINGE-3RANGER 305GObserve all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test procedur

E-4TROUBLESHOOTINGE-4RANGER 305GObserve all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test procedur

E-5TROUBLESHOOTINGE-5RANGER 305GObserve all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test procedur

F-1DIAGRAMSF-1RANGER 305G

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F-4DIAGRAMSF-4RANGER 305G

F-5DIAGRAMSF-5RANGER 305G

F-6DIAGRAMSF-6RANGER 305Gor service this equipment.Only qualified personnel should install,useKeep away from moving parts.Keep guards in place.MOVING

FOR ELECTRICALLYpowered equipment.8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnectswitch at the fuse box before working onthe equipment.8.b. Install equ

F-7DIAGRAMSF-7RANGER 305G

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F-9DIAGRAMSF-9RANGER 305G

F-10DIAGRAMSF-10RANGER 305G

F-11DIAGRAMSF-11RANGER 305G

F-12DIAGRAMSF-12RANGER 305GNOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specific

F-13DIAGRAMSF-13RANGER 305GNOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specific

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RANGER 305G1. Output rating in watts is equivalent to volt-amperes at unity power factor. Output voltage is within ± 10% at all loads up torated capac