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| Issue D ate Apr-21
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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Ranger 305G ® For use with machines having Code Numbers: 12667, 13170 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.
  • 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 W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” booklet E205 is available from the Lincoln Electric Company, 2.d. All welders should use the following procedures in order to 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199.
  • Page 4 SAFETY 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 SAFETY 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: Table Of Contents

    Welding Output Cables ....................A-6 Cable Installation......................A-6 Auxiliary Power Receptacles and Plugs................A-6 Standby Power Connections ....................A-6 Electrical Device Used with the Ranger® 305G..............A-7 Premises Wiring ........................A-8 Connection of Lincoln Electric Wire Feeders...............A-9,A-10 ________________________________________________________________________________ Operation.........................Section B Safety Precautions ......................B-1 General Description......................B-1 Design Features ........................B-1 Engine Operation........................B-1...
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance......................Section D Safety Precautions ....................D-1 Routine Maintenance ....................D-1 Kohler Engine......................D-1 Engine Maintenance Components ................D-1 Engine Oil Change..................D-2 Engine Oil Refill Capacities................D-2 Oil Filter Change .....................D-2 Air Cleaner Service ..................D-2 Air Pre-Cleaner Service ..................D-2 Air Filter Paper Element ..................D-3 Spark Plug ......................D-3 Spark Plug Service ..................D-3 Fuel Filter ......................D-4...

  • Page 8: Installation

    INSTALLATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - RANGER® 305G (K1726-10) INPUT - GASOLINE ENGINE Make/Model Speed (RPM) Displacement Bore x Stroke Starting Description Capacities cu. In.(cu. Cm.) inch (mm) System 3.15 x 2.64 High Idle 3700 41(674) 12VDC Battery & Kohler 2 cylinder Fuel: 12 gal.

  • Page 9: Machine Specifications

    INSTALLATION MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS - RANGER® 305G (K1726-10) RECEPTACLES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS RECEPTACLES AUXILIARY POWER CIRCUIT BREAKER OTHER CIRCUIT BREAKERS (2) 120VAC Duplex (5-20R) Two 20AMP for Two Duplex Receptacle 20AMP for Battery Charging Circuit (1) 120/240VAC Dual Voltage One 50AMP for Dual Voltage (2-pole) 15AMP for 42V Wire Feeder Power Full KVA (14-50R) RANGER®...

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    INSTALLATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LIFTING The RANGER® 305G weighs approximately 539lbs. WARNING (244.5kg) with a full tank of gasoline. A lift bail is mounted to the machine and should always be used when lifting the machine. Do not attempt to use this equipment until you have thoroughly read the engine manufacturer’s manual supplied with your welder.

  • Page 11: Vehicle Mounting

    INSTALLATION The RANGER® 305G is shipped with the engine crankcase 1. Design capacity of trailer vs. Weight of Lincoln equipment and filled with high quality SAE 10W-30 oil. Check the oil level likely additional attachments. before starting the engine. If it is not up to the full mark on 2.

  • Page 12: Muffler Outlet Pipe

    INSTALLATION booster charge. Be careful to charge the battery with the not connect anything to the 6-pin connector. correct polarity. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUFFLER OUTLET PIPE Using the clamp provided secure the outlet pipe to the MACHINE GROUNDING outlet tube with the pipe positioned such that it will direct the exhaust in the desired direction.

  • Page 13: Cable Installation

    INSTALLATION With the engine off connect the electrode and work Watts Continuous of 60 Hz, single phase power. The auxil- cables to the output studs. The welding process dic- iary power capacity rating in watts is equivalent to volt- tates the polarity of the electrode cable. These con- amperes at unity power factor.

  • Page 14: Electrical Device Used With The Ranger® 305G

    DO NOT USE THESE DEVICES WITH A RANGER® 305G The Lincoln Electric Company is not responsible for any damage to electrical components improperly connected RANGER® 305G...

  • Page 15: Premises Wiring

    INSTALLATION CONNECTION OF RANGER® 305G 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.

  • Page 16: Connection Of Lincoln Electric Wire Feeders

    INSTALLATION CONNECTION OF LINCOLN ELECTRIC WIRE FEEDERS • Set the "WIRE FEEDER VOLTMETER" switch to either "+" or "-" as required by the electrode polarity being used. Connection of LN-7 or LN-8 to the RANGER® 305G • Set the "ARC CONTROL" knob to "0" initially and 1.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION A-10 A-10 7. Set the "IDLE" switch to the "AUTO" position. When not welding, the RANGER® 305G engine will be at the low idle speed. If you are using an LN-25 with an internal contactor, the electrode is not energized until the gun trigger is closed. 8.

  • Page 18: Operation

    OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DESIGN FEATURES Read and understand this entire section before FOR AUXILIARY POWER: operating your RANGER® 305G Start the engine and set the IDLER control switch to Do not attempt to use this equipment until you the desired operating mode. Full power is available have thoroughly read all operating and mainte- regardless of the welding control settings providing no nance manuals supplied with your machine.
  • Page 19 OPERATION WELDING CONTROLS 4. ARC CONTROL The ARC CONTROL WIRE/STICK dial is active in the WIRE, 1. OUTPUT CONTROL: STICK and DOWN HILL PIPE modes, and has different func- The CONTROL dial provides continuous control of the tions in these modes. This control is not active in the TIG mode. welding current or welding voltage depending on the selected welding mode.

  • Page 20: Engine Controls

    OPERATION 13. START PUSH BUTTON CV-WIRE mode: In this mode, turning the ARC CONTROL clockwise from –10 (soft) to +10 (crisp) changes the arc from - Energizes the starter motor to crank the engine soft and washed-in to crisp and narrow. It acts as an induc- tance control.

  • Page 21: Stopping

    OPERATION DC STICK WELDING CAUTION The RANGER® 305G can be used with a broad range Operating the starter motor for more than 5 sec- of DC stick electrodes. onds can damage the motor. If the engine fails to The MODE switch provides two stick welding settings start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds as follows: before operation the starter again.

  • Page 22: Tig Welding

    • Set the MODE Switch to the TOUCH START TIG setting. • Set the "IDLER" Switch to the "AUTO" position. Contact your local authorized Lincoln Electric Distributor or the • Set the "WELDING TERMINALS" switch to the "REMOTE- Lincoln Electric Company for specific wires used on certain LY CONTROLLED"...

  • Page 23: Arc Gouging

    OPERATION ARC GOUGING The auxiliary power capacity is 10,500 watts Peak, 9500 Watts continuous of 60 Hz, single phase power. The RANGER® 305G can be used for limited arc The auxiliary power capacity rating in watts is equiva- gouging. For optimal performance, set the MODE lent to volt-amperes at unity power factor.

  • Page 24: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES OPTIONS/ACCESSORIES AND COM- K1690-1 GFCI RECEPTACLE KIT PATIBLE LINCOLN EQUIPMENT Includes one UL approved 120V ground fault circuit K957-1 HEAVY DUTY, TWO WHEEL TRAILER FOR interrupter duplex type receptacle with cover and SMALL WELDERS installation instructions. Replaces the factory installed For road, off-road and in-plant and yard towing.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS KOHLER ENGINE FREQUENCY MAINTENANCE REQUIRED WARNING Daily or Before • Fill fuel tank. • Have qualified personnel do all maintenance Starting Engine • Check oil level. and troubleshooting work. • Check air cleaner for dirty, loose, • Turn the engine off before working inside the or damaged parts.

  • Page 26: Engine Oil Change

    MAINTENANCE • Refill the crankcase with the specified amount of the Engine Oil Change recommended oil. Reinstall the oil filler cap. Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete draining. • Start the engine and check for oil filter leaks. •...

  • Page 27: Air Filter Paper Element

    MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER PAPER ELEMENT Spark Plug Service • Loosen the cover retaining knob and remove the cover. To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. • Remove the pre-cleaner from the paper element. •...

  • Page 28: Fuel Filter

    MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE BATTERY FUEL FILTER Keep the battery clean by wiping it with a damp cloth • Check the fuel filter for water accumulation or sedi- when dirty. If the terminals appear corroded, discon- ment. nect the battery cables and wash the terminals with an ammonia solution or a solution of 1/4 pound (0.11kg) •...

  • Page 29: Welder/Generator Maintenance

    Do not attempt to Polish slip rings while the engine is running. WARNING Service and Repair should only be performed by Lincoln Electric Factory Trained Personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equip- ment may result in danger to the technician and machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty.

  • Page 30: 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 31 TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION Major Physical or Electrical Damage 1. Contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service is Evident. Facility. Engine will not "crank". 1. Battery is low. Charge Battery. 2.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION Engine will not idle down to low 1. Idler switch in High idle position. speed. Set switch to Auto. 2. External load on welder or auxil- iary power.
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING 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. 2. "Weld Terminals" switch in wrong position.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION The welding arc is “cold.” The weld- 1. Make sure the MODE selector ing arc is not stable or is not satis- switch is in the correct position for factory.
  • Page 35 DIAGRAMS RANGER® 305G...
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  • Page 41 DIAGRAMS FOR USE WITH CODE 12667 RANGER® 305G...
  • Page 42 DIAGRAMS FOR USE WITH CODE 13170 RANGER® 305G...
  • Page 43 DIMENSION PRINT RANGER® 305G...
  • Page 44 Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 45 Index of Sub Assemblies - 12667 PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION P-1108-A INDEX OF SUB ASSEMBLIES P-1108-C CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY P-1108-D CASE FRONT ASSEMBLY P-1108-E BASE/FUEL TANK/BATTERY ASSEMBLY P-1108-F ENGINE ASSEMBLY P-1108-G BLOWER BAFFLE ASSEMBLY P-1108-H STATOR/ROTOR ASSEMBLY P-1108-J COVERS & CASE BACK ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 46 Index of Sub Assemblies - 12667 P-1108-A.jpg Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 47 RIVET 9SS21033 DOOR LATCH 9SS24659 CATCH BRACKET 9SS8025-98 SELF TAPPING SCREW 9SM22209 FUEL/HOUR METER 9SM19685-24 CONNECTOR & LEAD ASBLY 9ST10800-38 SWITCH-TOGGLE 9ST10800-39 SWITCH-TOGGLE 9SM19685-30 CONNECTOR & LEAD ASBLY 9SS16670-10 ROTARY SWITCH 9ST10812-119 POTENTIOMETER 9SS18280 POTENTIOMETER SPACER Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 48 Control Panel Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SL11160 METER HOUSING ASBLY 9SS24630 METER HOUSING SEAL 9SM19368 METER BEZEL 9ST14807-9 FILTER LENS 9SCF000389 #4-40X.375SS-PPNHS-FULL-GR2-3147 9SCF000005 #6-32HN 9SS9262-3 PLAIN WASHER 9SS9225-68 THREAD FORMING SCREW (CUTTING) 9SM19452-4 OPERATION DECAL Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 49 Control Panel Assembly P-1108-C.jpg Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 50 9SL12790-6 RATING PLATE 9SS8025-96 SELF TAPPING SCREW 9SS17062-11 CABLE CONNECTOR CAP 9SS17062-10 CABLE CONNECTOR CAP 9SS24982 BYPASS FILTER ASBLY 9SS9262-27 PLAIN WASHER 9SE106A-1 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000010 #10-24HN 9SM19685-24 CONNECTOR & LEAD ASBLY 9SS12021-70 BOX RECEPTACLE SOLID SHELL Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 51 Case Front Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SS12021-68 CONNECTOR 9SS24097-4 SHUNT & LEAD ASBLY 9SS25669 OUTPUT STUD COVER PLATE 9SS9225-68 THREAD FORMING SCREW (CUTTING) 9SM20007 OUTPUT STUD COVER Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 52 Case Front Assembly P-1108-D.jpg Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 53 PLAIN WASHER 9SCF000067 3/8-16HN 9SS9262-47 PLAIN WASHER 9SS9225-68 THREAD FORMING SCREW (CUTTING) 9SM9399-13 BATTERY 9SS22018 BATTERY BRKT 9SS9262-98 PLAIN WASHER 9SS8070-20 BATTERY CABLE 9SS8070-11 BATTERY CABLE 9ST14654 CAP-PLASTIC 9SS20191-1 BATTERY TERMINAL COVER 9SG4003-2 FUEL TANK BRACE Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 54 Base/Fuel Tank/Battery Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SM20393-1 ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP 9SS25778 FUEL PUMP BRACKET 9SS9225-68 THREAD FORMING SCREW (CUTTING) 9SS9262-98 PLAIN WASHER 9ST10642-275 FLEX TUBE 9ST13777-7 HOSE CLAMP 9ST10642-321 FLEX TUBE Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 55 Base/Fuel Tank/Battery Assembly P-1108-E.jpg Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 56 Engine Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SM25643 ENGINE 9SS24344-1 RUBBER MOUNT 9SCF000196 3/8-16X2.50HHB-FULL-GR5-1817/1 9SS9262-120 PLAIN WASHER 9SS9262-47 PLAIN WASHER 9SE106A-16 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000067 3/8-16HN 9SG3574-4 MUFFLER ASBLY 9SM16999-1 GASKET-EXHAUST MANIFOLD 9SM16980-1 OUTLET PIPE ELBOW 9SS20462 SPARK ARRESTOR CLAMP Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 57 Engine Assembly P-1108-F.jpg Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 58 PLAIN WASHER 9SE106A-1 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000010 #10-24HN 9SS10404-138 RESISTOR-WW100W505% 9SS22168 HEAT SINK HOLDER 9SS9225-17 THREAD FORMING SCREW (ROLLING) 9SS9262-98 PLAIN WASHER 9SE106A-2 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000017 1/4-20HN 9SCF000191 #10-24X7.50RHS 9SS9262-27 PLAIN WASHER 9SE106A-1 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000010 #10-24HN 9ST13637-6 DIODE-BRIDGE35A400VF-W1-PH 9SCF000072 #10-24X.75RHS Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 59 Blower Baffle Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SS9262-27 PLAIN WASHER 9SE106A-1 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000010 #10-24HN 9SS9225-68 THREAD FORMING SCREW (CUTTING) 9SS18543-5 GROMMET Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 60 Blower Baffle Assembly P-1108-G.jpg Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 61 1/4-20HN 9SG3541-7 STATOR LAMINATION ASBLY 9ST8833-10 HEX HD CAP SCREW 9SE106A-4 LOCKWASHER 9SS9262-120 PLAIN WASHER 9SE106A-16 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000067 3/8-16HN 9SS20752 SOLENOID ASBLY 9SS8025-91 SELF TAPPING SCREW 9SS20848 PULL WIRE 9SS21177 BRACKET 9SS21015 BUSHINGLINKAGE RETAINING 9ST6778 SPRING Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 62 Stator/Rotor Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SS21020 PLUNGER 9SS9262-98 PLAIN WASHER 9ST9187-1 1/4-20HJLN 9ST10642-242 FLEX TUBE 9ST14882-1 DOOR BUMPER Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 63 Stator/Rotor Assembly P-1108-H.jpg Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 64 RIVET 9ST12584-12 BLIND RIVET 9SS17851 DECAL-CAUTION 9SM16197 DECAL-WARNING 9ST13086-108 DECAL-FUEL WARNING 9SG6827 WIRING DIAGRAM 9SL12790-6 RATING PLATE 9SS27368-5 DECAL - 14IN LINCOLN LOGO 9SS29943 ENGINE SERVICE DECAL 9SM21436 CARBON MONOXIDE WARNING DECAL 9SS24727-1 DECALCOUNTRY OF ORIGIN Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 65 Covers & Case Back Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SS25896 DECAL-WARNING 9SS24295-2 HINGE ASBLY 9ST12584-12 BLIND RIVET 9SM22185 BATTERY COVER 9SS9225-68 THREAD FORMING SCREW (CUTTING) 9SM22367 FOAM AIR BOX 9SM21952-1 DECAL - RANGER FAMILY NAME 9ST13086-215 FUEL DECAL Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 66 Covers & Case Back Assembly P-1108-J.jpg Ranger 305G - 12667...
  • Page 67 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 68 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 69 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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