Summary of Contents for Lincoln Electric VANTAGE 500 Deutz
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Operator’s Manual VANTAGE ® 500 Deutz 11468, 11931, 11932, 11960 For use with machines having Code Numbers: Equipped with VRD (VOLTAGE REDUCTION DEVICE) See Installation and Operation sections for an explanation. 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:...
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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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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.
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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”...
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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.
INSTALLATION LOCATION / VENTILATION Read this entire installation section before you start installation. The welder should be located to provide an unrestrict- SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ed flow of clean, cool air to the cooling air inlets and to avoid restricting the cooling air outlets. Also, locate WARNING the welder so that the engine exhaust fumes are prop- erly vented to an outside area.
INSTALLATION TOWING LIFTING The recommended trailer for use with this equipment The VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ lift bale should be used for road, in-plant and yard towing by a vehicle to lift the machine. The VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ is Lincoln’s K2636-1. If the user adapts a non-Lincoln shipped with the lift bale retracted.
INSTALLATION ENGINE BREAK-IN PRE-OPERATION ENGINE READ the engine operating and maintenance instruc- Lincoln Electric selects high quality, heavy-duty indus- tions supplied with this machine. trial engines for the portable welding machines we WARNING offer. While it is normal to see a small amount of crankcase oil consumption during initial operation, •...
INSTALLATION WELDING TERMINALS • CONNECTING A BATTERY CHARGER — remove battery from welder by disconnecting negative The VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ is equipped with a toggle cable first, then positive cable and battery clamp. switch for selecting "hot" welding terminals when in the When reinstalling, connect negative cable last.
The auxiliary power capacity of the VANTAGE® 500 OUTPUT DEUTZ is 12,000 watts of 60 Hz, single phase or The VANTAGE 500 DEUTZ is equipped with a 6-pin 20,000 watts of 60Hz, three phase power. The auxil- and a 14-pin connector. The 6-pin connector is for...
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INSTALLATION 2. Take necessary steps to assure load is limited to 3. Install a 50 amp 120/240 VAC plug (NEMA Type the capacity of the VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ by 14-50) to the double-pole circuit breaker using No. installing a 50 amp, 240 VAC double pole circuit 6, 4 conductor cable of the desired length.
INSTALLATION CONNECTION OF LINCOLN ELECTRIC WIRE FEEDERS • Across The-Arc Model: Attach the single lead from the front of the LN-15 to work using the spring clip at the end of the WARNING lead. This is a control lead to supply current to the wire feeder motor;...
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INSTALLATION CONNECTION OF THE LN-25 TO THE CONNECTION OF AN NA-3 AUTOMATIC VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ WELDING SYSTEM TO THE VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ The LN-25 with or without an internal contactor may be used with the VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ. See the For connection diagrams and instructions for connect- appropriate connection diagram in the DIAGRAMS ing an NA-3 Welding System to the VANTAGE®...
OPERATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL DESCRIPTION The VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ is a diesel engine-dri- Read and understand this entire section before ven welding power source. The machine uses a brush operating your VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ. type alternating current generator for DC multi-pur- WARNING pose welding, for 120/240 VAC single phase and 240V three phase auxiliary standby power.
OPERATION CONTROLS AND SETTINGS All welder and engine controls are located on the case front panel. Refer to Figure B.1 and the explanations that follow. Figure B.1 Case Front Panel Controls ENGINE CONTROLS 3. HOUR METER (Items 1 through 9) The hour meter displays the total time that the 1.
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OPERATION 6. OIL PRESSURE GAUGE The gauge displays the engine oil pressure when c. When welding ceases and the AC power load the engine is running. is turned off, a fixed time delay of approxi- mately 12 seconds starts. d. If the welding or AC power load is not restart- 7.
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OPERATION WELDING CONTROLS (Items 10 through 19) Increasing the number from -10(Soft) to +10(Crisp) increas- 10. OUTPUT CONTROL: The OUTPUT dial is used to pre- es the short circuit current which results in a more forceful set the output voltage or current as displayed on the dig- digging arc.
OPERATION 18. WELD OUTPUT TERMINALS + AND - 23. 240VAC THREE PHASE RECEPTACLE These 1/2” - 13 studs with flange nuts provide welding This is a 240VAC (15-50R) receptacle that provides connection points for the electrode and work cables. For 240VAC three phase auxiliary power.
OPERATION BREAK-IN PERIOD current during stick welding. Increasing the number from - 10(Soft) to +10 (Crisp) increases the short circuit current The engine used to supply power for your welder is a heavy and prevents sticking of the electrode to the plate while duty, industrial engine.
OPERATION VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ SETTINGS WHEN USING The VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ and any high frequency THE K930-2 TIG MODULE generating equipment must be properly grounded. See the K930-2 TIG Module operating manuals for • Set the WELD MODE switch to the “Touch Start TIG complete instructions on installation, operation, and 20-250 Setting”.
OPERATION CV-WIRE MODE AUXILIARY POWER OPERATION Connect a wire feeder to the VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ Start the engine and set the IDLER control switch to and set welder controls according to the instructions the desired operating mode. Full power is available listed earlier in this section.
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OPERATION TABLE B.4 VANTAGE® 500 DEUTZ SIMULTANEOUS WELDING AND POWER LOADS WELD 1 PHASE 3 PHASE BOTH 1 AND 3 PHASE AMPS WATTS AMPS WATTS AMPS WATTS AMPS 12,000 20,000 ------ 12,000 17,800 ------ PLUS 12,000 14,000 ------ 12,000 12,000 12,000 ------ 10,000...
Has convenient plug for easy connection to the K2340-1 Lockable Fuel Cap / Flash Arrester Kit-For welder. The VANTAGE 500 DEUTZ is equipped with a 6-pin use in locations where flash arrester safety is connector for connecting the remote control.
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ACCESSORIES WIRE FEEDER OPTIONS K2613-1 LN-25 PRO PORTABLE WIRE FEEDER-The MAXTRAC® wire drive enhances performance, while the replacement case, and many other upgrade options that can be installed in less then five minutes aid in the serviceability. KP1697-5/64 Drive Roll Kit- Includes: 2 polished U groove drive rolls, outer wire guide and inner wire guide for solid core wire.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AIR FILTER CAUTION WARNING • Excessive air filter restriction will result in • Have a qualified technician do the maintenance reduced engine life. and troubleshooting work. WARNING • Turn the engine off before working inside the machine. •...
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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 Unfasten or unlatch the the inside of the open end, which is the service cover.
MAINTENANCE FUEL FILTERS BATTERY HANDLING GASES FROM BATTERY can explode. WARNING • Keep sparks, flame and cigarettes away from battery. When working on the fuel system • Keep naked lights away, do not smoke ! To prevent EXPLOSION when: • Do not spill fuel ! •...
MAINTENANCE CHARGING THE BATTERY WELDER / GENERATOR MAINTENANCE When you charge, jump, replace, or otherwise con- STORAGE nect battery cables to the battery, be sure the polarity Store the Air Vantage® in a clean, dry protected is correct. Improper polarity can damage the charging areas.
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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.
TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION ENGINE PROBLEMS Major Physical or Electrical Damage . Contact your Local Lincoln is Evident. Authorized Field Service Facility. Engine will not crank 1. Battery low. 2.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION FUNCTION PROBLEMS Battery does not stay charged. 1. Faulty battery . 2. Faulty engine alternator. 3. Loose or broken lead in charging circuit. 4.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED (SYMPTOMS) CAUSE COURSE OF ACTION FUNCTION PROBLEMS Engine goes to low idle but does not 1. Faulty Peripheral PCB, stay at low idle. Idler/Engine Protection PCB or Weld Control PCB. No welding output or auxiliary out- 1.
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Index of Sub Assemblies - 11960 PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION P-718-A INDEX OF SUB ASSEMBLIES P-718-B.2 MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS P-718-C CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY P-718-D CONTROL BOX & OUTPUT PANEL P-718-E POWER MODULE ASSEMBLY P-718-F BASE & LIFT BALE ASSEMBLY P-718-G FUEL TANK & MOUNTING P-718-H ENGINE ASSEMBLY P-718-J...
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Index of Sub Assemblies - 11960 P-718-A.jpg Vantage 500 (Deutz) - 11960...
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Miscellaneous Items PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SG4854 CONTROL HARNESS 9ST12153-10 PLUG 4 WIRE GROUNDING Vantage 500 (Deutz) - 11960...
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Control Panel Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SG4852-1 CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY 9SG4467-1 CONTROL PANEL WELDMENT 9SS17475-3 HOURMETER 9ST13534-13 PILOT LIGHT 9SS20564-1 OIL TEMPERATURE GAUGE 9SS20206-3 PRESSURE GAUGE 9SS17585-1 FUEL GAUGE 9ST10800-38 SWITCH-TOGGLE 9SS22061-4 SEALING BOOT 9SS13146-1 START BUTTON 9SS24410 RECEPTACLEDUPLEXGFCI 9SM16996 RECEPTACLE COVER 9SS21088 RECEPTACLEGASKET...
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Control Panel Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9ST9695-1 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000042 #8-32HN 9SM18861 RECEPTACLE COVER 9SS9225-63 THREAD FORMING SCREW (CUTTING) 9ST9695-1 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000010 #10-24HN 9SS8025-96 SELF TAPPING SCREW 9SM20043 CONTROL PANEL DOOR ASBLY 9SS8025-92 SELF TAPPING SCREW 9SS25569 DOOR PADDLE LATCH 9SG4331 FRONT DOOR NAMEPLATE 9SS24659 CATCH BRACKET...
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Control Panel Assembly PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SG5507-3 WELD CONTROL PC BD ASBLY 9SS8025-100 SELF TAPPING SCREW 9ST10491 KNOB 9ST13483-7 O RING 011 9SM19685-5 CONNECTOR AND LEAD ASBLY 9SM19685-30 CONNECTOR & LEAD ASBLY Vantage 500 (Deutz) - 11960...
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Covers & Case Back PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SG3472-2 ROOF 9SS24739-31 1/4-20 STAINLESS STEEL SCREW 9ST11827-46 CARRIAGE BOLT 9SS9262-27 PLAIN WASHER 9SE106A-1 LOCKWASHER 9SCF000010 #10-24HN 9ST13086-205 FUEL WARNING DECAL 9SS10437-F GASKET 9SS12934-1 COVER SEAL 9SL12093-1 ENGINE CASE SIDE ASBLY 9SS24739-31 1/4-20 STAINLESS STEEL SCREW 9ST11525-5 SPEED NUT1/4-20 9SL10648-3...
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Covers & Case Back PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 9SG3317 SIDE DECAL 9SM16197 DECAL-WARNING 9SS25896 DECAL-WARNING 9SM21436 CARBON MONOXIDE WARNING DECAL 9SS28039-1 DECAL GREEN INITIATIVE 9SG4807 CASE BACK 9SS9225-66 SELF TAPPING SCREW 9ST11525-5 SPEED NUT1/4-20 9SG4332 REAR NAMEPLATE 9ST14659-1 FASTENER BUTTON 9SM16679 DECAL-WARNING Vantage 500 (Deutz) - 11960...
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Covers & Case Back P-718-L.jpg Vantage 500 (Deutz) - 11960...
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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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