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For use with machines having Code Numbers:
11657, 11965, 12363,
12693, 12761, 13179
Equipped with VRD (VOLTAGE REDUCTION DEVICE)
See Installation and Operation sections for an explanation.
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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Vantage ® For use with machines having Code Numbers: 11657, 11965, 12363, 12693, 12761, 13179 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:...
  • Page 2 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...
  • Page 3 P.O. Box 351040, Miami, Florida 33135 or CSA Standard W117.2. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” booklet E205 2.a. Electric current owing through any conductor is available from the Lincoln Electric Company, 22801 causes localized Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF). St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199.
  • Page 4 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”...
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6 2004/108/EC. It was manufactured in conformity with a national standard that implements a harmonized standard: EN 60974-10 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Product Standard for Arc Welding Equipment. It is for use with other Lincoln Electric equipment. It is designed for industrial and professional use. Introduction All electrical equipment generates small amounts of electromagnetic emission.
  • Page 7 safety Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) The size of the surrounding area to be considered will depend on the structure of the building and other activities that are taking place. The surrounding area may extend beyond the boundaries of the premises. Methods of Reducing Emissions Mains Supply Welding equipment should be connected to the mains supply according to the manufacturer’s recommenda- tions.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Machine Grounding......................A-5 Welding Terminals........................A-5 Welding Output Cables......................A-5 Cable Installation........................A-5 Auxiliary Power Receptacles and Plugs................A-6 Standby Power Connections....................A-6 Connection of Lincoln Electric Wire Feeders..............A-7, A-8 ________________________________________________________________________________ Operation.........................section B Safety Precautions ......................B-1 General Description......................B-1 For Auxiliary Power......................B-1 Engine Operation........................B-1...
  • Page 9 taBLe Of CONteNts Maintenance......................section D Safety Precautions....................D-1 Routine Maintenance.................... D-1 Engine Service Items.....................D-1 Engine Oil Change..................D-2 Engine Oil Filter Change.................D-2 Air Cleaner ..................... D-2 Service Instructions And Installation Tips for Engine Air Filter....... D-3 Cooling System..................... D-4 Fan Belt......................D-4 Fuel.........................
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - VANTAGE® 580 (K2963-1) INPUT - DIESEL ENGINE Make/Model Description Speed (RPM) Displacement Starting Capacities cu. in. (ltrs.) System 4 cylinder 135.6(2.2) 12VDC Battery & Fuel: 20 gal. 43 HP High Idle 1850 starter (75.7 L) PERKINS 1850 RPM Bore x Stroke inch (mm) (Group 34;...

  • Page 11: Installation

    INstaLLatION safety PReCaUtIONs With the VRD switch in the “On” position, the VRD lights are enabled. WaRNING fIGURe a.1 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 (VRD)-VOLTAGE REDUCTION DEVICE SWITCH IS LOCATED IN THIS AREA.

  • Page 12: High Altitude Operation

    INstaLLatION 1. Design capacity of trailer vs. weight of Lincoln equipment and WaRNING likely additional attachments. 2. Proper support of, and attachment to, the base of the welding • Lift only with equipment of ade- equipment so there will be no undue stress to the framework. quate lifting capacity.

  • Page 13: Fuel

    INstaLLatION fUeL The standard muffler included with this welder does Use DIeseL fUeL ONLy- not qualify as a spark arrester. When required by local regulations, a suitable spark arrester, such as the Low sulphur fuel or ultra low sulphur fuel in Usa and K903-1 must be installed and properly maintained.

  • Page 14: Electrical Connections

    INstaLLatION eLeCtRICaL CONNeCtIONs WeLDING OUtPUt CaBLes With the engine off connect the electrode and work cables to the output studs. The welding process dic- MaCHINe GROUNDING tates the polarity of the electrode cable. These con- Because this portable engine driven welder creates its nections should be checked periodically and tightened own power, it is not necessary to connect its frame to with a 3/4"(19mm) wrench.

  • Page 15: Standby Power Connections

    INstaLLatION aUXILIaRy POWeR ReCePtaCLes 2. Take necessary steps to assure load is limited to the capacity of the VANTAGE® 580 by installing a 32 amp, 415 VAC three pole circuit breaker. The auxiliary power capacity of the VANTAGE® 580 is Loading above the rated output will reduce output 20kVA of 60Hz three phase power protected by an voltage below the allowable -10% of rated voltage...

  • Page 16: Connection Of Lincoln Electric Wire Feeders

    INstaLLatION FIGURE A.2 CONNECTION OF LINCOLN ELECTRIC WIRE FEEDERS Weld Set to Local Terminals On Set Mode to CONNECTION OF ACROSS THE ARC WIRE FEEDERS CV Wire TO THE VANTAGE ® These connections instructions apply to both the LN-25 Pro and Activ8 models.

  • Page 17: Operation

    OPeRatION safety PReCaUtIONs • Add oil (if necessary) to bring the level up to the full mark. Do not overfill. Close engine door. WaRNING • Check radiator for proper coolant level. (Fill if nec- essary). • See Engine Owner’s Manual for specific oil and Do not attempt to use this equipment until you coolant recommendations.
  • Page 18 OPeRatION fIGURe B.1 WeLDING CONtROLs (figure B.1) When in the TOUCH START TIG mode and when 1. OUtPUt CONtROL- The OUTPUT dial is an Amptrol is connected to the 6-Pin Connector, the used to preset the output voltage or current as dis- OUTPUT dial is used to set the maximum current played on the digital meters for the five welding range of the CURRENT CONTROL of the Amptrol.
  • Page 19 OPeRatION 4. aRC CONtROL 11. WIRe feeDeR VOLtMeteR sWItCH: - The ARC CONTROL dial is active in the CV-WIRE, CC-STICK and DOWNHILL PIPE modes, and Matches the polarity of the wire feeder voltmeter to the has different functions in these modes. This control is not polarity of the electrode.

  • Page 20: Engine Controls

    OPeRatION eNGINe CONtROLs: 19. eNGINe HOUR MeteR- Displays the total time that the 13. RUN/stOP sWItCH engine has been running. This meter is useful for scheduling prescribed maintenance. -RUN position energizes the engine prior to starting. STOP posi- tion stops the engine. The oil pressure interlock switch prevents 20.

  • Page 21: Constant Current (Stick) Welding

    OPeRatION The ARC CONTROL dial sets the short circuit current NOte: If the unit fails to start turn Run/Stop switch (arc-force) during stick welding to adjust for a soft or to off and repeat step 3 through step 7 after crisp arc.

  • Page 22: Tig Welding

    OPeRatION When in the TOUCH START TIG mode and when a The ARC CONTROL dial sets the short circuit current Amptrol is connected to the 6-Pin connector the OUT- (arc-force) during stick welding to adjust for a soft or PUT CONTROL dial is used to set the maximum cur- more forceful digging arc (crisp).

  • Page 23: Wire Welding-Cv

    OPeRatION This will keep the "Solid State" contactor open and provide a Set the OUTPUT CONTROL knob to adjust output "cold" electrode until the Amptrol or Arc Start Switch is pressed. current to the desired level for the gouging electrode being used according to the ratings in the following When using the TIG Module, the OUTPUT CONTROL on the Table B.4.

  • Page 24: Accessories

    aCCessORIes fIeLD INstaLLeD OPtIONs / DOCKING KIt aCCessORIes Secures the K2642-1 Polarity/Multi-Process Switch to the engine-driven welder roof. Release latch permits removal of K2642-1 Polarity/Multi-Process Switch. Made from stainless steel for rust-free operation. For MeDIUM WeLDeR tRaILeR all Lincoln Chopper Technology® engine-driven For heavy-duty road, off-road, plant and yard use.
  • Page 25 aCCessORIes HaND aMPtROL® INPUt CaBLe (for sG CONtROL MODULe) Provides 25 ft. (7.6 m) of remote current control for For Lincoln engine power sources with 14-pin MS- TIG welding. (6-pin plug connection). Velcro straps type connection, separate 115V NEMA receptacles secure torch.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    MaINteNaNCe safety PReCaUtIONs Read the safety Precautions in the front of this manual and in the engine Owner’s Manual before WaRNING working on this machine. • Have qualified personnel do all maintenance Keep all equipment safety guards, covers, and and troubleshooting work. devices in position and in good repair.

  • Page 27: Engine Oil Change

    MaINteNaNCe eNGINe OIL CHaNGe OIL fILteR CHaNGe Drain the engine oil while the engine is warm to assure • Drain the oil. rapid and complete draining. It is recommended that each time the oil is changed the oil filter be changed as •...
  • Page 28 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.

  • Page 29: Cooling System

    MaINteNaNCe fUeL: COOLING systeM Diesel fuel Only - Low Sulphur Fuel WaRNING or Ultra Low Sulphur Fuel in U.S.A. and CANADA only. HOt COOLaNt can burn skin. At the end of each day’s use, refill the fuel tank to min- imize moisture condensation and dirt contamination in •...

  • Page 30: Fuel Filter

    MaINteNaNCe CLeaNING tHe BatteRy fUeL fILteR Keep the battery clean by wiping it with a damp cloth 1. Check the fuel filter and fuel pre-filter for water when dirty. If the terminals appear corroded, discon- accumulation or sediment. nect the battery cables and wash the terminals with an ammonia solution or a solution of 1/4 pound (0.1113 2.

  • Page 31: Welder / Generator Maintenance

    • service and Repair should only be performed by If the light or other product remains "ON" when the Lincoln electric factory trained Personnel. "Test" button is pushed, the GFCI module is not work- Unauthorized repairs performed on this equip- ing properly or has been incorrectly installed (miswired).

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 33 tROUBLesHOOtING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLeMs POssIBLe ReCOMMeNDeD (syMPtOMs) CaUse COURse Of aCtION 1. Contact your local Lincoln Major Physical or Electrical Damage authorized field service is Evident. facility. Engine will not "crank". 1. Battery is low, Charge Battery. 2.
  • Page 34 tROUBLesHOOtING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLeMs POssIBLe ReCOMMeNDeD (syMPtOMs) CaUse COURse Of aCtION Engine shuts down while under a 1. High radiator coolant tempera- load. ture. Reduce load if it is exceed- ing machine rating. Add coolant to system if low.
  • Page 35 tROUBLesHOOtING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLeMs POssIBLe ReCOMMeNDeD (syMPtOMs) CaUse COURse Of aCtION Engine will not go to high idle when 1. Auxiliary power load is less than using auxiliary power. 100 watts. Idler may not respond with less than a 100 watt load.
  • Page 36 tROUBLesHOOtING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLeMs POssIBLe ReCOMMeNDeD (syMPtOMs) CaUse COURse Of aCtION No welding power output. 1. Poor work lead connection to work. Make sure work clamp is tightly connected to clean base metal. 2. "Weld Terminals" switch in wrong position.
  • Page 37 tROUBLesHOOtING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLeMs POssIBLe ReCOMMeNDeD (syMPtOMs) CaUse COURse Of aCtION The welding arc is “cold.” The weld- 1. Make sure the MODE selector ing arc is not stable or is not satis- switch is in the correct position for factory.
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  • Page 46 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-...
  • Page 47 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.
  • Page 48 Lincoln Electric for advice or information about their use of our products. We respond to our customers based on the best information in our possession at that time. Lincoln Electric is not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice, and assumes no liability, with respect to such information or advice.

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