Pre-Operation Engine Service; Battery Connections - Lincoln Electric RANGER IM819-B Operator's Manual

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3. Proper placement of the equipment on the trailer to
insure stability side to side and front to back when
being moved and when standing by itself while
being operated or serviced.
4. Typical conditions of use, i.e., travel speed; rough-
ness of surface on which the trailer will be operated;
environmental conditions.
5. Conformance with federal, state and local laws
(1) Consult applicable federal, state and local laws regarding specific
requirements for use on public highways.
VEHICLE MOUNTING
WARNING
Improperly mounted concentrated loads may
cause unstable vehicle handling and tires or other
components to fail.
• Only transport this Equipment on serviceable
vehicles which are rated and designed for such
loads.
• Distribute, balance and secure loads so vehicle
is stable under conditions of use.
• Do not exceed maximum rated loads for compo-
nents such as suspension, axles and tires.
• Mount equipment base to metal bed or frame of
vehicle.
• Follow vehicle manufacture's instructions.
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PRE-OPERATION SERVICE
CAUTION
READ the engine operating and maintenance
instructions supplied with this machine.
WARNING
• Stop engine while fueling.
• Do not smoke when fueling.
• Keep sparks and flame away
from tank.
• Do not leave unattended while
fueling.
• Wipe up spilled fuel and allow
GASOLINE
fumes to clear before starting
can cause fire
engine.
or explosion.
• Do not overfill tank, fuel expan-
sion may cause overflow.
GASOLINE FUEL ONLY
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INSTALLATION
FUEL
Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline.
Observe fuel gauge while filling to prevent overfilling.
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OIL
LUBRICATION SYSTEM CAPACITY
Kohler CH20S - 2.0 Quarts (1.9 Liters)
Honda GX620KI-1.9 Quarts (1.8 Liters)
Robin/Subaru EH6-1.6 Quarts (1.6 Liters)
The Ranger 10,000 is shipped with the engine
crankcase filled with SAE 10W-30 oil. Check the oil
level before starting the engine. If it is not up to the full
mark on the dip stick, add oil as required. Make cer-
tain that the oil filler cap is tightened securely. Refer to
the engine Owner's Manual for specific oil recommen-
dations.

BATTERY CONNECTIONS

Use caution as the electrolyte is a strong
acid that can burn skin and damage eyes.
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This welder is shipped with the negative battery cable
disconnected. Make sure that the Engine Switch is in
the "STOP" position and attach the disconnected
cable securely to the negative battery terminal before
attempting to operate the machine. If the battery is
discharged and does not have enough power to start
the engine, see the battery charging instructions in the
Battery section.
NOTE: This machine is furnished with a wet charged
battery; if unused for several months, the battery may
require a booster charge. Be careful to charge the bat-
tery with the correct polarity.
RANGER 10,000
WARNING
• Damage to the fuel tank may cause
fire or explosion. Do not drill holes
in the RANGER 10,000 base or weld
to the RANGER 10,000 base.
(INCLUDING FILTER)
CAUTION
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