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Lincoln Electric OUTBACK 185 (AU) Operator's Manual

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IM10112-B
| Issue D ate Mar-17
© Lincoln Global, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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185 (AU)
For use with machines having Code Numbers:
11825, 12473
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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual OUTBACK 185 (AU) For use with machines having Code Numbers: 11825, 12473 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. Save for future reference After hours? Use “Ask the Experts”...
  • Page 2 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...
  • Page 3 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).
  • Page 4 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”...
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6 2004/108/EC. It was manufactured in conformity with a national standard that implements a harmonized standard: EN 60974-10 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Product Standard for Arc Welding Equipment. It is for use with other Lincoln Electric equipment. It is designed for industrial and professional use. Introduction All electrical equipment generates small amounts of electromagnetic emission.
  • Page 7 SAFETY Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) The size of the surrounding area to be considered will depend on the structure of the building and other activities that are taking place. The surrounding area may extend beyond the boundaries of the premises. Methods of Reducing Emissions Public Supply System Welding equipment should be connected to the public supply system according to the manufacturer’s rec- ommendations.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Installation........................Section A Technical Specifications.......................A-1 Safety Precautions....................... A-2 Location and Ventilation....................A-2 Storing........................... A-2 Stacking........................A-3 Tilting..........................A-3 Lifting..........................A-3 Pre-Operation Engine Service....................A-3 Oil..........................A-3 Fuel..........................A-3 Spark Arrester....................... A-3 Electrical and Welding Connections..................A-4 Machine Grounding.......................A-5 Plugs and Hand-Held Equipment, Auxiliary Power Receptacles......... A-6 Premises Wiring........................

  • Page 9: Installation

    OUTBACK 185 (AU) INSTALLATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - OuTBACK™ 185 (Au) (K2706-3) INPuT - PETROL ENGINE RATED OuTPuT - WELDER AMPS @ DC CONSTANT CuRRENT DuTY CYCLE VOLTS @ RATED AMPERES 100% MAX OUTPUT OuTPuT -WELDER AND GENERATOR Welding Ranges Welding Open Circuit Voltage AC Auxiliary Power 5700 Watts 240V 1PH 100% Duty Cycle...

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    LOCATION AND VENTILATION OUTBACK 185 (AU) INSTALLATION SAFETY PRECAuTIONS Read this entire installation section before you Whenever you use the OUTBACK™ 185 (AU), be sure that clean cooling air can flow around the machine’s petrol start installation. engine and the generator. Avoid dusty, dirty areas. Also, WARNING keep the machine away from heat sources.

  • Page 11: Stacking

    STACKING OUTBACK 185 (AU) INSTALLATION The OUTBACK™ 185 (AU) is shipped with the engine OUTBACK™ 185 (AU) machines CANNOT be filled with SAE 10W30 oil. CHECK THE OIL LEVEL stacked. BEFORE YOu START THE ENGINE. This is an TILTING added precaution. Do not screw in dipstick when checking oil level.
  • Page 12 OuTBACK™ 185 (Au) OuTPuT CONNECTIONS OUTBACK 185 (AU) INSTALLATION FIGuRE A.1 1. CuRRENT CONTROL DIAL 7. ENGINE SWITCH 2. WELD OuTPuT TERMINALS (2) 8. HIGH/AuTO IDLE 3. GROuND STuD 9. CHOKE 4. CIRCuIT BREAKERS (2) - 15 AMP 10. RCD and BOOT 5.

  • Page 13: Machine Grounding

    Keep isolated and separate from one another. DO NOT GROuND MACHINE TO A PIPE WHICH ------------------------------------------------------------------------ CARRIES EXPLOSIVE OR COMBuSTIBLE MATERIAL. Lincoln Electric offers a welding accessory kit with (#6 AWG) welding cables. See the ACCES- ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 16mm SORIES section of this manual for more information.

  • Page 14: Premises Wiring

    PLuGS AND HAND HELD EquIPMENT PREMISES WIRING OUTBACK 185 (AU) INSTALLATION For further protection against electric shock, any elec- The OUTBACK™ 185 (AU) is not recommended for trical equipment connected to the generator recepta- premises wiring and cannot be connected to a premis- cles must use a three-pin, earthed type plug or an es as described in other Lincoln literature.
  • Page 15 DO NOT USE THESE DEVICES WITH A OUTBACK™ 185 (AU). The Lincoln Electric Company is not responsible for any damage to electrical components improperly connected to a OuTBACK™ 185 (Au).

  • Page 16: Operation

    SAFETY INSTRuCTIONS OUTBACK 185 (AU) OPERATION WARNING WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK ENGINE EXHAuST can kill. can kill. • use in open, well ventilated areas or vent exhaust outside. • Do not touch electrically live parts or electrode with skin or wet •...

  • Page 17: Symbols

    OUTBACK 185 (AU) OPERATION GRAPHIC SYMBOLS uSED ON THIS EquIPMENT OR IN THIS MANuAL WARNING / CHOKE CAuTION AIR CLEANER CIRCuIT FuEL BREAKER GROuND WORK CLAMP (AuXILIARY POWER) FAST ELECTRODE WELDING ARC SLOW ENGINE OFF ENGINE START AuTO IDLE...

  • Page 18: General Description

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION OUTBACK 185 (AU) OPERATION DESIGN FEATuRES AND The OUTBACK™ 185 (AU) is designed for commer- ADVANTAGES cial use welder/generator applications. As a welder it provides 185 amps of DC constant current for welding with DC stick electrodes. A single dial lets you select •...

  • Page 19: Controls And Settings

    OUTBACK 185 (AU) OPERATION All welder/generator controls are located on the Output Control Panel. Petrol CONTROLS AND SETTINGS engine controls are mounted on the control panel. See Figure B.1 and the figures in engine operation section. OuTPuT PANEL CONTROLS FIGuRE B.1 WELDER/GENERATOR CONTROLS 2 or 3 9.

  • Page 20: Engine Operation

    ENGINE OPERATION OUTBACK 185 (AU) OPERATION Break-in Period Starting/Shutdown Instructions It is normal for any engine to use larger quantities of oil until break-in is accomplished. Check the oil level Be sure all Pre-Operation Engine Service has been twice a day during the break-in period (about 50 run- performed.

  • Page 21: Welding Operation

    OUTBACK 185 (AU) OPERATION 4. Insert the electrode into the electrode holder. 5. Set the current control dial to the desired output WELDING OPERATION current . WARNING 6. Start the petrol engine. See ENGINE OPERATION in this section of ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. the manual.

  • Page 22: Auxiliary Power

    OUTBACK 185 (AU) OPERATION 240V Receptacle Operation: You can use Table B.3, AUXILIARY POWER APPLI- CATIONS, to determine the wattage requirements of • The Invertec PC210 may be used for its full range of the most common types of loads you can power with control.

  • Page 23: Auxiliary Power Application

    OUTBACK 185 (AU) OPERATION TABLE B.3 AUXILIARY POWER APPLICATIONS Suggested Power Applications Running Watts *Start-up Watts (Continuous) (Peak) *Air Compressor - 1 HP 2,000 4,000 - 8,000 *Air Compressor - 3/4 HP 1,250 3,100 - 5,000 *Airless Sprayer - 1/3 HP 1,500 - 2,400 Chain Saw 1,200...

  • Page 24: Accessories

    OUTBACK 185 (AU) ACCESSORIES OPTIONS/ACCESSORIES The following options/accessories are available for your OUTBACK™185 (AU) from your local Lincoln Distributor: undercarriage (K2722-1) - A two-wheeled, hand movable undercarriage is available for field installa- tion. Welding Leads KA1452-12 Pigtails (2 required) KA1452-8 Electrode Lead 10m KA1452-7 Work return lead 9m Canvas Cover (K2804-1) - To protect the OUT- BACK™...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    OUTBACK 185 (AU) MAINTENANCE OIL: Check the oil level after every 5 hours of operation or daily. BE SURE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING TO MAINTAIN THE OIL LEVEL. Change the oil the first time after 20 hours of opera- tion. Then, under normal operating conditions, change the oil after every 100 hours or once a year, •...
  • Page 26 OUTBACK 185 (AU) MAINTENANCE WARNING To service the pre-cleaner: Remove the cover. Carefully remove the foam pre- ENGINE ADJuSTMENTS cleaner from the filter element. OVERSPEED IS HAZARDOuS - The maximum 1. Wash in liquid detergent and water. allowable high idle speed for this machine is 3750 2.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    HOW TO uSE TROuBLESHOOTING GuIDE WARNING Service and Repair should only be performed by Lincoln Electric Factory Trained Personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician and machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid Electrical Shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.
  • Page 28 OUTBACK 185 (AU) TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAuSE COuRSE OF ACTION OuTPuT PROBLEMS Major Physical or Electrical 1. Contact your local Lincoln Damage is Evident. Authorized Field Service Facility. No Generator power or welding 1.
  • Page 29 OUTBACK 185 (AU) TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual RECOMMENDED PROBLEMS POSSIBLE COuRSE OF ACTION (SYMPTOMS) CAuSE ENGINE PROBLEMS 1. Engine Switch on HIGH Idle. Engine will not idle down to low 2. Engine choke is not fully open. speed.
  • Page 30 OUTBACK 185 (AU) TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAuSE COuRSE OF ACTION WELDING PROBLEMS Engine runs erratically or stops 1. Engine is not fully warmed-up running. and engine choke is in the fully open (RUN) position.
  • Page 31 OUTBACK 185 (AU) DIAGRAMS...
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  • Page 36 Index of Sub Assemblies - 12473 PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION P-873-A INDEX OF SUB ASSEMBLIES P-873-C CRADLE ASBLY BATTERY & ROOF P-873-D CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY P-873-E STATOR ROTOR ASBLY & ENGINE P-873-F REAR CONTROL PANEL & FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY Outback 185 AU - 12473...
  • Page 37 Index of Sub Assemblies - 12473 P-872-A.jpg Outback 185 AU - 12473...
  • Page 38 Cradle Asbly, Battery & Roof PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SL13169-4 CRADLE ASSEMBLY 9SL13140-1 CRADLE TUBE WELDED ASBLY 9SS20984-2 VIBRATION MOUNT 9SE106A-14 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000029 5/16-18HN 9ST11991 RUBBER MOUNT 9SS9225-64 SELF TAPPING SCREW 9SG5956-4 SIDE PLATE 9SS9225-68 THREAD FORMING SCREW (CUTTING) 9SG6611-1 ROOF ASBLY 9SM15045-46 ACOUSTICAL FOAM 9SS9225-68...
  • Page 39 Cradle Asbly, Battery & Roof P-872-C.jpg Outback 185 AU - 12473...
  • Page 40 Control Panel Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SG5959-9 CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY 9SG5935-4 CONTROL PANEL 9SS28647 HEAT SHIELD 9SM22425-1 RECEPTACLE 9SCF000050 #6-32X1.25RHS 9SE106A-13 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000005 #6-32HN 9SG7594 BOOT 9SS28343 9SS28387-3 MOUNTING STRAP 9ST9187-13 #10-24HLN-1817/1-NYLON INSERT 9SS28105 MYLAR INSULATION 9SS20763-3 TERMINAL BLOCK 9SCF000007 #8-32X1.125RHS 9SS17475-8 HOUR METER DIGITAL SNAP-IN...
  • Page 41 Control Panel Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SS9262-98 PLAIN WASHER 9SE106A-2 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000017 1/4-20HN 9SL13822-1 REACTOR COIL ASBLY 9SS9225-68 THREAD FORMING SCREW (CUTTING) 9SL13691-2 NAMEPLATE 9ST12380-1 BUSHING 9SG6990-1 WIRING HARNESS 9ST10812-119 POTENTIOMETER 9SS18280 POTENTIOMETER SPACER 9SS21440-1 TOROID ASBLY 9SCF000010 #10-24HN 9ST11525-5 SPEED NUT1/4-20 9SS9225-68 THREAD FORMING SCREW (CUTTING)
  • Page 42 Control Panel Assembly P-872-D.jpg Outback 185 AU - 12473...
  • Page 43 Stator, Rotor Asbly & Engine PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SL9328-7 ROTOR BLOWER & BEARING ASBLY 9SL9327-6 ROTOR & SHAFT ASSEMBLY 9SL8152-4 BLOWER 9SM9300-84 BEARING 9SS18044-7 TOLERANCE RING 9ST8833-82 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 9SS9262-30 PLAIN WASHER 9ST9860-3 LOCKWASHER 9SG6944 ENGINE END BRACKET 9ST8833-52 HEX HD CAP SCREW 9SS9262-61...
  • Page 44 Stator, Rotor Asbly & Engine PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9ST9187-10 3/8-16HLN-1817/1-NYLON INSERT 9SS28627 FOAM Outback 185 AU - 12473...
  • Page 45 Stator, Rotor Asbly & Engine P-872-E.jpg Outback 185 AU - 12473...
  • Page 46 Rear Control Panel & Fuel Tank Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SG6356-4 REAR CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY 9SG6355-2 REAR CONTROL PANEL 9SG8853-1 FIELD/IDLE CONTROL PC BD ASBLY 9ST9187-13 #10-24HLN-1817/1-NYLON INSERT 9SS15122-14 RELAY 9SCF000033 #8-32X.50RHS 9ST4291-A LOCKWASHER 9SCF000042 #8-32HN 9ST13637-6 DIODE-BRIDGE35A400VF-W1-PH 9ST9187-13 #10-24HLN-1817/1-NYLON INSERT 9ST9187-13 #10-24HLN-1817/1-NYLON INSERT 9SM21990-1...
  • Page 47 Rear Control Panel & Fuel Tank Assembly P-872-F.jpg Outback 185 AU - 12473...
  • Page 48 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-...
  • Page 49 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.
  • Page 50 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-...
  • Page 51 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.
  • Page 52 Lincoln Electric for advice or information about their use of our products. We respond to our customers based on the best information in our possession at that time. Lincoln Electric is not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice, and assumes no liability, with respect to such information or advice.

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