Summary of Contents for Lincoln Electric VANTAGE 400
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Operator’s Manual VANTAGE 400 For use with machines having Code Numbers: 11530, 11785, 11920, 12305, 12319 Need Help? Call 1.888.935.3877 Register your machine: to talk to a Service Representative www.lincolnelectric.com/register Authorized Service and Distributor Locator: Hours of Operation: www.lincolnelectric.com/locator 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (ET) Mon. thru Fri.
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THANK YOU FOR SELECTING A QUALITY PRODUCT BY KEEP YOUR HEAD OUT OF THE FUMES. DON’T get too close to the arc. LINCOLN ELEC TRIC. Use corrective lenses if necessary to stay a reasonable distance away from the arc. READ and obey the Safety Data PLEASE EXAMINE CARTON AND EQUIPMENT FOR Sheet (SDS) and the warning label DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY...
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MAGNETIC FIELDS MAY W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” booklet BE DANGEROUS E205 is available from the Lincoln Electric Company, 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199. 2.a. Electric current flowing through any conductor BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, causes localized Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF).
S FETY ELECTRIC SHOCK ARC RAYS CAN BURN. CAN KILL. 3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits are 4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect your electrically “hot” when the welder is on. Do eyes from sparks and the rays of the arc when welding or not touch these “hot”...
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S FETY WELDING AND CUTTING CYLINDER MAY EXPLODE IF SPARKS CAN CAUSE DAMAGED. FIRE OR EXPLOSION. 7.a. Use only compressed gas cylinders containing the correct shielding gas for the process used 6.a. Remove fire hazards from the welding area. If and properly operating regulators designed for this is not possible, cover them to prevent the welding sparks the gas and pressure used.
Welding Terminals..........................A-5 Welding Output Cables ..........................A-5 Cable Installation .............................A-5 Auxiliary Power Receptacles and Plugs ......................A-6 Standby Power Connections..........................A-6 Premises Wiring .............................A-7 Connection of Lincoln Electric Wire Feeders .....................A-8,A-9 ________________________________________________________________________________ Operation Section B Safety Precautions ............................B-1 General Description............................B-1 For Auxiliary Power ............................B-1 Engine Operation............................B-1...
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VANTAGE 400 TABLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance ..........................Section D Safety Precautions........................D-1 Routine Maintenance ........................D-1 Engine Service Items ........................D-1 Engine Oil Change........................D-2 Engine Oil Filter Change .......................D-2 Air Cleaner ...........................D-2 Service Instructions And Installation Tips for Engine Air Filter ..........D-3 Cooling System..........................D-4 Fan Belt ..........................D-4...
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Chopper Technology (CT ™ ) for superior welding performance. The Vantage 400 is fitted with a selectable VRD (Voltage Reduction Device). The VRD operates in the CC-Stick mode reducing the OCV to <13 volts, increasing operator safety when welding is per- formed in environments with increased hazard of electric shock.
LIFTING The machine is shipped with the VRD switch in the “Off” position. To turn it The VANTAGE 400 weighs approximately 1345lbs. (611kg.) with “On” or “Off”. a full tank of fuel 1230lbs.(559kg) less fuel. A lift bail is mounted •...
VANTAGE 400 INSTALLATION 3. Proper placement of the equipment on the trailer to insure stability side to WARNING side and front to back when being moved and when standing by itself while being operated or serviced. • Lift only with equipment of adequate lift- 4.
Use caution as the electrolyte is a strong acid that can burn skin and damage eyes. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- The VANTAGE 400 is shipped with the negative battery cable dis- The 14-pin connector is used to directly connect a wire feeder control cable. connected. Make certain that the RUN-STOP switch is in the In the CV-WIRE mode, when the control cable is connected to the 14-pin STOP position.
This must be done before a tripped GFCI can be reset WELDING TERMINALS properly. See the MAINTENANCE section for more detailed infor- The VANTAGE 400 is equipped with a toggle switch for selecting mation on testing and resetting the GFCI. "hot" welding terminal when in the "WELD TERMINALS ON"...
50 Amp 3-pole Circuit Breaker that disconnects both hot leads and all Three Phases simultaneously. STANDBY POWER CONNECTIONS The VANTAGE 400 is suitable for temporary, standby or emer- gency power using the engine manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule. The VANTAGE 400 can be permanently installed as a standby power unit for 240 VAC, 3 wire, single phase, 50 amp service.
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VANTAGE 400 INSTALLATION CONNECTION OF VANTAGE 400 TO PREMISES WIRING 240 VOLT GROUNDED CONDUCTOR POWER 240 Volt 120 VOLT 60 Hz. COMPANY 3-Wire 120 VOLT Service METER NEUTRAL LOAD DOUBLE POLE DOUBLE THROW SWITCH RATING TO BE THE SAME AS OR GREATER THAN PREMISES SERVICE OVERCURRENT PROTECTION.
• When the gun trigger is closed, the current sensing circuit will cause the VANTAGE 400 engine to go to the high idle 6. Set the "WELD TERMINALS" switch to the "REMOTELY CON- speed, the wire will begin to feed and the welding process TROLLED"...
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8. When the gun trigger is closed, the current sensing circuit will cause the VANTAGE 400 engine to go to the high idle speed, the wire will begin to feed and the welding process started.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION • Remove the fuel tank cap. The VANTAGE 400 is a diesel engine powered DC multi-process • Fill the tank. DO NOT FILL THE TANK TO THE POINT OF OVER- welding power source and 120 / 240 volt AC power generator.
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VANTAGE 400 OPERATION FIGURE B.1 WELDING CONTROLS (Figure B.1) 2. DIGITAL OUTPUT METERS- The digital meters allow the output voltage (CV-WIRE mode) or current (CC-STICK,DOWN HILL PIPE and 1. OUTPUT CONTROL- TIG modes) to be set prior to welding using the OUTPUT control dial.
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10. WIRE FEEDER VOLTMETER SWITCH: Matches the polarity of the wire feeder voltmeter to the polarity of the electrode. 11. VRD (Voltage Reduction Device) INDICATOR LIGHTS- On the front panel of the VANTAGE 400 are two indi-...
The light will come on and the engine high idle. Allow a longer warm up time in cold weather. TABLE B.2 TYPICAL VANTAGE 400 FUEL CONSUMPTION PERKINS 404C-22 Running Time for Gal./Hr (Liters/Hr)
(www.lincolnelectric.com) or the appropriate Lincoln publication. DOWNHILL PIPE Welding The VANTAGE 400 can be used with a broad range of DC stick elec- This slope controlled setting is intended for "out-of-position" and trodes. The MODE switch provides two stick welding settings as fol- "down hill"...
VANTAGE 400 OPERATION The VANTAGE 400 can be used in a wide variety of DC TIG weld- travel speeds. This can also increase spatter. ing applications. In general the ‘Touch Start’ feature allows cont- It is recommended that the ARC CONTROL be set to the minimum amination free starting without the use of a Hi-frequency unit.
ARC GOUGING wise from –10 (soft) to +10 (crisp) changes the arc from soft and The VANTAGE 400 can be used for arc gouging. For optimal perfor- washed-in to crisp and narrow. It acts as an inductance/pinch control. mance, set the MODE switch to ARC GOUGING.
VANTAGE 400 ACCESSORIES FIELD INSTALLED OPTIONS / ACCESSORIES WIRE FEEDER OPTIONS K449 LN-25 - Includes internal contactor for across the arc operation K2641-2 FOUR WHEELED STEERABLE YARD TRAILER (no control cable). Provides “cold” electrode until gun trigger is pressed. For in plant and yard towing. Comes standard with a Duo-Hitch™, a 2” Ball and Includes gas solenoid.
VANTAGE 400 MAINTENANCE Read the Safety Precautions in the front of this manual and SAFETY PRECAUTIONS in the Engine Owner’s Manual before working on this machine. WARNING • Have qualified personnel do all maintenance and Keep all equipment safety guards, covers, and devices in troubleshooting work.
VANTAGE 400 MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL CHANGE should be taken during filter removal to not disrupt or damage in any way the fuel lines. Drain the engine oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete draining. It is recommended that each time the oil is •...
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VANTAGE 400 MAINTENANCE Service Instructions Service Instructions Single- and Two-Stage Engine Air Cleaners Single- and Two-Stage Engine Air Cleaners Inspect the New Filter for Damage Inspect the New Filter for Damage Remove the Filter Remove the Filter Inspect the new filter carefully, paying attention to...
VANTAGE 400 MAINTENANCE FUEL COOLING SYSTEM WARNING At the end of each day’s use, refill the fuel tank to minimize moisture condensation and dirt contamination in the fuel line. HOT COOLANT can burn skin. Do not overfill; leave room for the fuel to expand.
Improper the machine with 3/8” nut driver or flat head screw driver. Pull polarity can damage the charging circuit. The VANTAGE 400 pos- the tray out of machine far enough to disconnect the negative itive (+) battery terminal has a red terminal cover.
VANTAGE 400 MAINTENANCE GFCI TESTING AND RESETTING PROCEDURE CLEANING: Blow out the generator and controls periodically with low pressure air. Do this at least once a week in particularly dirty areas. The GFCI should be properly tested at least once every month or whenever it is tripped.
HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING Service and Repair should only be performed by Lincoln Electric Factory Trained Personnel. Unauthorized repairs per- formed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician and machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty.
VANTAGE 400 TROUBLE SHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION Major Physical or Electrical Damage is 1. Contact your local Lincoln Authorized Evident. Field Service Facility. 1. Battery is low, Charge Battery.
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VANTAGE 400 TROUBLE SHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual POSSIBLE CAUSE Engine shuts down while under a load. 1. High radiator coolant temperature. Reduce load if it is exceeding machine rating. Add coolant to system if low.
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Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION Engine will not go to high idle when using 1. Auxiliary power load is less than 100 auxiliary power. watts. Idler may not respond with less than a 100 watt load.
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VANTAGE 400 TROUBLE SHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION No welding power output. 1. Poor work lead connection to work. Make sure work clamp is tightly connected to clean base metal.
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VANTAGE 400 TROUBLE SHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION The welding arc is “cold.” The welding arc 1. Make sure the MODE selector switch is in is not stable or is not satisfactory. the the correct position for the process being engine runs normally.
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Case Front & Control Panel Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SG4870 CASEFRONT INSERT 9SS9225-68 THREAD FORMING SCREW (CUTTING) 9SM17238 INSTRUCTION TAG 9SG6048 SHIELD Vantage 400 (Perkins) - 12319...
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Case Front & Control Panel Assembly P-590-C.jpg Vantage 400 (Perkins) - 12319...
9SM20241 DOOR LATCH 9ST12584-6 RIVET 9ST14882-2 DOOR BUMPER 9ST12584-6 RIVET 9ST14882 DOOR BUMPER 9SS27368-6 LOGO DECAL 9SM21801 FAMILY NAME LOGO 9ST13086-205 FUEL WARNING DECAL 9SS12934-1 COVER SEAL 9SS25896 DECAL-WARNING 9SS27368-6 LOGO DECAL 9ST14882-1 DOOR BUMPER Vantage 400 (Perkins) - 12319...
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Enclosure Components PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SM21801 FAMILY NAME LOGO 9SM21436 CARBON MONOXIDE WARNING DECAL 9SS30277-3 WARRANTY DECAL 9SS28039-1 DECAL GREEN INITIATIVE Vantage 400 (Perkins) - 12319...
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WARNING Do not touch electrically live parts or Keep flammable materials away. Wear eye, ear and body protection. electrode with skin or wet clothing. Insulate yourself from work and AVISO DE ground. Spanish PRECAuCION No toque las partes o los electrodos Mantenga el material combustible Protéjase los ojos, los oídos y el bajo carga con la piel o ropa moja-...
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WARNING Keep your head out of fumes. Turn power off before servicing. Do not operate with panel open or Use ventilation or exhaust to guards off. remove fumes from breathing zone. AVISO DE Spanish PRECAuCION Los humos fuera de la zona de res- Desconectar el cable de ali- No operar con panel abierto o piración.
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