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VANTAGE
®
549
TOWING
Use a recommended trailer for use with this equipment for road,
in-plant and yard towing by a vehicle(1). If the user adapts a non-
Lincoln trailer, they must assume responsibility that the method of
attachment and usage does not result in a safety hazard or
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.
4. Typical conditions of use, i.e., travel speed; roughness of
surface on which the trailer will be operated; environmental
conditions; like maintenance.
5. Conformance with federal, state and local laws.
(1) Consult applicable federal, state and local laws regarding specific require-
ments for use on public highways.
VEHICLE MOUNTING
WARNING
Improperly mounted concentrated loads may cause
unstable vehicle handling and tires or other components
to fail.
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Only transport this Equipment on serviceable vehicles
which are rated and designed for such loads.
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Distribute, balance and secure loads so vehicle is
stable under conditions of use.
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Do not exceed maximum rated loads for components
such as suspension, axles and tires.
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Mount equipment base to metal bed or frame of vehicle.
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Follow vehicle manufacturer's instructions.
PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE
READ the engine operating and maintenance instructions supplied
with this machine.
WARNING
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Stop engine and allow to cool before fueling.
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Do not smoke when fueling.
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Fill fuel tank at a moderate rate and do not overfill.
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Wipe up spilled fuel and allow fumes to clear before
starting engine.
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Keep sparks and flame away from tank.
OIL
The VANTAGE® 549 is shipped with the engine crankcase filled
with high quality SAE 10W-30 Oil that meets (API class CJ-4 or
better) for diesel engines. 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. Check the oil level every four hours of running time
during the first 50 running hours. Refer to the engine Operator's
Manual for specific oil recommendations and break-in
information. The oil change interval is dependent on the quality of
the oil and the operating environment. Refer to the Engine
Operator's Manual for more details on the proper service and
maintenance intervals.
FUEL
Ultra low sulphur fuel only.
(1)
Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh fuel. The capacity of the
tank is 25 gals. (94.6 ltrs). When the fuel gauge reads empty
the tank contains approximately 2 gals. (7.6 ltrs.) of reserve
fuel.
NOTE: A fuel shut off valve is located just before the pre-
filter/sediment filter. Place the valve in the closed
position when the welder is not used for extended
periods of time.
FUEL CAP
Remove the plastic cap covering from the Fuel Tank Filler neck
and install the Fuel Cap.
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Air to cool the engine is drawn in the side and exhausted
through radiator and case back. It is important that the
intake and exhaust air is not restricted. Allow a minimum
clearance of 1ft. (0.6m) from the case back and 16 in.
(406mm) from either side of the base to a vertical surface.
(Failure to resolve these guidelines may result in an
overtemp condition resulting in engine shut down).
A-4
USE DIESEL FUEL ONLY-
WARNING
WARNING
INSTALLATION
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