Lincoln Electric Vantage 549X Manual page 24

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VANTAGE 549X
ADD FUEL
WARNING
DIESEL FUEL can cause fire.
• 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 fumes to clear before
starting engine.
• Do not overfill tank, fuel expansion may cause overflow.
USE ULTRA-LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL ONLY
• Remove the fuel tank cap.
• Fill the tank. DO NOT FILL THE TANK TO THE POINT OF
OVERFLOW.
• Replace the fuel cap and tighten securely.
• See Engine Owner's Manual for specific fuel recom-
mendations.
BREAK-IN PERIOD
The engine will use a small amount of oil during its "break-in"
period. The break-in period is about 50 running hours. Check the
oil every four hours during break-in. Change the oil after the first
50 hours of operation. Thereafter, follow the engine service and
maintenance schedule located in the Engine Operator's Manual.
CAUTION
During break-in, subject the engine driven welder to
moderate loads. Avoid long periods running at idle. Before
stopping the engine, remove all loads and allow the engine
to cool several minutes.
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 necessary).
• See Engine Owner's Manual for specific oil and coolant
recommendations.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Remove all plugs connected to the AC power receptacles.
2. Set RUN / STOP / IDLE switch to AUTO IDLE / RUN position.
3. Press START / GLOW PLUG switch and hold until machine
turns overs
4. Release the engine START / GLOW PLUG switch immediately
when the engine starts.
5. The engine will run at high idle speed for approximately 12
seconds and then drop to low idle speed. Allow the engine to
warm up at low idle for several minutes before applying a
load and/or switching to high idle.
NOTE: Allow a longer warm up time in cold weather.
CAUTION
• Do not allow the starter motor to run continuously for
more than 20 seconds.
• Do not push the START button while the engine is
running because this can damage the ring gear and/or
the starter motor.
• If the Engine Protection or Battery Charging Lights do
"not" turn off shortly after starting the engine shut off
the engine immediately and determine the cause.
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STOPPING THE ENGINE
Remove all welding and auxiliary power loads and allow the
engine to run at low idle speed for a few minutes to cool the
engine.
Turn off the engine by placing the RUN / STOP / IDLE switch in the
STOP position.
NOTE: A fuel shut off valve is located on the fuel pre-filter.
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OPERATION