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DUAL VANTAGE
®
800-I
OPER TION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read and understand this entire section before
operating your DUAL VANTAGE
• Do not attempt to use this equipment until you
WARNING
have thoroughly read the engine manu-
facturer's manual supplied with your
welder. It includes important safety pre-
cautions, detailed engine starting, oper-
ating and maintenance instructions, and
parts lists.
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---------------ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts or
electrode with skin or wet clothing.
• Insulate yourself from work and ground
• Always wear dry insulating gloves.
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ENGINE EXHAUST can kill.
• Use in open, well ventilated areas or
vent exhaust outside
• Do not stack anything near the engine.
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MOVING PARTS can injure.
• Do not operate with doors open or guards off.
• Stop engine before servicing.
• Keep away from moving parts
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• Only qualified personnel should operate this
equipment.
• Always operate the welder with the sliding door
closed and the side panels in place as these pro-
vide maximum protection from moving parts and
insure proper cooling air flow.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The DUAL VANTAGE
multi-purpose diesel engine-driven welding power
source. The machine uses a brush type alternating cur-
rent generator for DC multi-purpose welding, for
120/240 VAC single phase. The DC welding control
system uses state of the art Chopper Technology
for superior welding performance.
800-I.
®
800-I is a dual-operator
®
The DUAL VANTAGE
VRD(Voltage Reduction Device). The VRD operates
in the CC-Stick mode reducing the OCV to <30 volts,
increasing operator safety when welding is per-
formed in environments with increased hazard of
electric shock such as wet areas and hot, humid
sweaty conditions.
FOR AUXILIARY POWER:
Start the engine and set the IDLER control switch to
the desired operating mode. Full power is available
regardless of the welding control settings providing no
welding current is being drawn.
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 not overfill. Close engine door.
• Check radiator for proper coolant level. (Fill if nec-
essary).
• See Engine Owner's Manual for specific oil and
coolant recommendations.
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OPERATION
800-I is fitted with a selectable
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