Lincoln Electric Air Vantage 600X-I Operator's Manual page 23

AIR VANTAGE 600X-I
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ADD FUEL
WARNING
• Stop engine while fueling.
• Do not smoke when fueling.
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• Do not leave unattended while fueling.
• Wipe up spilled fuel and allow fumes to clear before
starting engine.
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USE DIESEL FUEL ONLY
• Remove the fuel tank cap.
• Fill the tank. DO NOT FILL THE TANK TO THE POINT OF
OVERFLOW.
• Replace the fuel cap and tighten securely.
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mendations.
BREAK-IN PERIOD
The engine will use a small amount of oil during its "break-in"
period. The break-in period is about 50 running hours. Check the
50 hours of operation. Thereafter, follow the engine service and
maintenance schedule located in the Engine Operator's Manual.
CAUTION
During break-in, subject the engine driven welder to
moderate loads. Avoid long periods running at idle. Before
stopping the engine, remove all loads and allow the engine
to cool several minutes.
ENGINE OPERATION
Before starting the engine:
• Be sure the machine is on a level surface.
• Open side engine door and remove the engine oil dipstick and
wipe it with a clean cloth. Reinsert the dipstick and check the
level on the dipstick.
• Add oil (if necessary) to bring the level up to the full mark. Do
• Check radiator for proper coolant level. (Fill if necessary).
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recommendations.
CAUTION
It is extremely important to have the compressor system
power switch in the "OFF" position when starting the
engine. Failure to observe this may result in loss of clutch
life.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Remove all plugs connected to the AC power receptacles.
2. Set RUN / STOP / IDLE switch to AUTO IDLE / RUN position.
3. Press START / GLOW PLUG switch and hold until machine
turns overs
4. Release the engine START / GLOW PLUG switch immediately
when the engine starts.
5. The engine will run at high idle speed for approximately 12
seconds and then drop to low idle speed. Allow the engine to
warm up at low idle for several minutes before applying a
load and/or switching to high idle.
NOTE: Allow a longer warm up time in cold weather.
CAUTION
• Do not allow the starter motor to run continuously for
more than 20 seconds.
• Do not push the START button while the engine is
running because this can damage the ring gear and/or
the starter motor.
• If the Engine Protection or Battery Charging Lights do
"not" turn off shortly after starting the engine shut off
the engine immediately and determine the cause.
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STOPPING THE ENGINE
Remove all welding and auxiliary power loads and allow the
engine to run at low idle speed for a few minutes to cool the
engine.
Ensure the compressor system has been de-activated. If not, refer
to the CONTROLS AND SETTINGS section to properly shut down
the compressor.
Turn off the engine by placing the RUN / STOP / IDLE switch in the
STOP position.
CAUTION
The compressor clutch can experience premature failure if
the compressor system is not deactivated before engine
shutdown.
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OPERATION