Storing; Angle Of Operation - Lincoln Electric RANGER 305 D Service Manual

RANGER 305D
S FETY PREC UTIONS
W RNING
Have qualified personnel do the maintenance work. Turn the
engine off before working inside the machine. In some
cases, it may be necessary to remove safety guards to
perform required maintenance. Remove guards only when
necessary and replace them when the maintenance
requiring their removal is complete. Always use the greatest
care when working near moving parts.
Do not put your hands near the engine cooling blower fan.
If a problem cannot be corrected by following the
instructions, take the machine to the nearest Lincoln Field
Service Shop.
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.
ENGINE EXHAUST can kill.
• Use in open, well ventilated areas or vent
exhaust outside.
MOVING PARTS can injure.
• Do not operate with doors open or
guards off.
• Stop engine before servicing.
• Keep away from moving parts.
See additional warning information throughout this
operator's manual and the Engine manual as well.
LOC TION ND VENTIL TION
The welder should be located to provide an unrestricted flow of clean,
cool air to the cooling air inlets and to avoid restricting the cooling air
outlets. Allow a minimum clearance of 2 feet (0.6m) from the case
back and 16in. (406mm) from either side of the base to a vertical
surface. Also, locate the welder so that the engine exhaust fumes are
properly vented to an outside area.

STORING

1. Store the machine in a cool, dry place when it is not in use.
Protect it from dust and dirt. Keep it where it can't be accidentally
damaged from construction activities, moving vehicles, and other
hazards.
2. If you will be storing the machine for over 30 days, you should
drain the coolant from the radiator. Open the cock at the bottom of
the radiator and remove the pressure cap so that the coolant
drains completely. Attach a note that says "NO WATER" on the
radiator.
3. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil and refill with fresh
10W30 oil. Change the oil filter. Run the engine for about five
minutes to circulate oil to all the parts. See the Maintenance
section for details on changing oil.
4. Remove the battery, recharge it, and adjust the electrolyte level.
Store the battery in a dry, dark place.
5. If the engine is not used for a long period of time, every two or
three months fill the radiator and run the engine for about five
minutes to keep it free from rust.
Also see your engine Operator's manual.
Fuel should also be drained when stored for long periods or a fuel
additive should be used.
ST CKING
Ranger 305D machines CANNOT be stacked.
NGLE OF OPER TION
Engines are designed to run in the level of condition which is where
the optimum performance is achieved. The maximum angle of
continuous operation is 20 degrees in all directions. 30 degrees
Intermittent (less than 10 minutes continuous) in all directions. If the
engine is to be operated 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 (45 ltrs.)
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