Safety Precautions; Location And Ventilation; Stacking; Angle Of Operation - Lincoln Electric RANGER 305G EFI 12157 Operator's Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING
Do not attempt to use this equipment until you
have thoroughly read the engine manufacturer's
manual supplied with your welder. It includes
important safety precautions, detailed engine
starting, operating 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.
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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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See additional warning information at
front of this operator's manual.
Only qualified personnel should install,
Use, or service this equipment.

LOCATION AND VENTILATION

The welder should be located to provide an unrestrict-
ed flow of clean, cool air to the cooling air inlets and to
avoid restricting the cooling air outlets. Also, locate the
welder so that the engine exhaust fumes are properly
vented to an outside area.

STACKING

RANGER
305G EFI machines cannot be stacked.
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ANGLE OF OPERATION

Engines are designed to run in the level condition
which is where the optimum performance is achieved.
The maximum angle of continuous operation is 15
degrees in any direction. If the engine is to be operat-
ed at an angle, provisions must be made for checking
and maintaining the oil level at the normal (FULL) oil
capacity in the crankcase.
When operating the welder at an angle, the effective
fuel capacity will be slightly less than the specified 12
gallons.
INSTALLATION

LIFTING

The RANGER
539lbs. (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.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

FALLING
EQUIPMENT can
Cause injury.
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HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION

At higher altitudes, Welder output de-rating may be
necessary. For maximum rating, de-rate the welder
output 3.5% for every 1000 ft. (im) above 3000 ft. (im).

HIGH TEMPERATURE OPERATION

At temperatures above 40°C(104°F), Welder output
de-rating is necessary. For maximum output ratings,
de-rate the welder output 2 volts for every 10°C(50°F)
above 40°C(104°F).

TOWING

The recommended trailer for use with this equipment
for road, in-plant and yard towing by a vehicle(1) is
Lincoln's K957-1. If the user adapts a non-Lincoln
trailer, he must assume responsibility that the method
of attachment and usage does not result in a safety
hazard nor damage the welding equipment. Some of
the factors to be considered are as follows:
1. Design capacity of trailer vs. Weight of Lincoln
equipment and likely additional attachments.
2. Proper support of, and attachment to, the base of
the welding equipment so there will be no undue
stress to the framework.
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.
RANGER
305G EFI
®
305G EFI weighs approximately
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WARNING
• Lift only with equipment of
adequate lifting capacity.
• Be sure machine is stable
when lifting.
• Do not lift this machine using
lift bail if it is equipped with a
heavy accessory such as trail-
er or gas cylinder.
• Do not lift machine if lift bail is
damaged.
• Do not operate machine while
Suspended from lift bail.
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