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- Page 1 Model: Where Purchased: OPERATOR’S MANUAL Copyright © 2003 Lincoln Global Inc. • World's Leader in Welding and Cutting Products • • Sales and Service through Subsidiaries and Distributors Worldwide • Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199 U.S.A. TEL: 216.481.8100 FAX: 216.486.1751 WEB SITE: www.lincolnelectric.com...
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Page 2: California Proposition 65 Warnings
SAFETY WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents The engine exhaust from this product contains are known to the State of California to cause can- chemicals known to the State of California to cause cer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. -
Page 3: Electric Shock Can Kill
SAFETY ARC RAYS can burn. ELECTRIC SHOCK can 4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover kill. plates to protect your eyes from sparks and 3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits the rays of the arc when welding or observing are electrically “hot”... - Page 4 SAFETY WELDING SPARKS can CYLINDER may explode cause fire or explosion. if damaged. 6.a. Remove fire hazards from the welding area. 7.a. Use only compressed gas cylinders If this is not possible, cover them to prevent containing the correct shielding gas for the the welding sparks from starting a fire.
- Page 5 SAFETY zones où l’on pique le laitier. PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ 6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions prévenir tout risque d’incendie dû aux étincelles. et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté...
- Page 6 for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you Thank You to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product ••• as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you! Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaser upon receipt by the carrier.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Connection of Tig Module .....................A-6 Additional Safety Precautions,Welding Operation Output..........A-6 Auxiliary Power Receptacles, and Plugs ..............A-6,A-7 Motor Starting ........................A-7 Electrical Device Used with the Ranger 8 ................A-8 Auxiliary Power While Welding,Standby Power Connections ..........A-9 Premises Wiring .........................A-10 Operation.........................Section B General Description......................B-1 Design Features ........................B-1... -
Page 8: Installation
INSTALLATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - Ranger 8 (K1418-3 CSA MEETS CANADIAN STD.) (K1419-3 CSA MEETS CANADIAN STD.) (K2160-1 CSA MEETS CANADIAN STD.) INPUT - GASOLINE ENGINE Make/Model Description Speed (RPM) Displacement Capacities Horsepower cu. in. (cu. cm.) Onan P220 20.5 HP @... -
Page 9: Specifications
AC STICK / TIG (CC) OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS A 225 OUTPUT RANGE B 50 OUTPUT RANGE OUTPUT AMPS DC STICK / TIG (CC) OUTPUT A 210 OUTPUT RANGE B 50 OUTPUT RANGE OUTPUT AMPS DC WIRE FEED (CV) OUTPUT CV OUTPUT RANGE OUTPUT AMPS RANGER 8... -
Page 10: Installation Instructions
If the user adapts a non-Lincoln trailer, he must • be double insulated. assume responsibility that the method of attachment and usage does not result in a safety hazard nor dam- age the welding equipment. RANGER 8... -
Page 11: Pre-Operation Engine Service
3 AWG 1 AWG 3 AWG 1 AWG 50-100 Ft. The Ranger 8 is shipped with the engine crankcase 100-150 Ft. 2 AWG 1 AWG filled with SAE 10W-30 oil. Check the oil level before starting the engine. If it is not up to the full mark on 150-200 Ft. -
Page 12: Angle Of Operation
Shut off welder before making any electrical connections. CAUTION Do not operate a Ranger 8 with a high altitude jet WIRE FEED (CONSTANT VOLTAGE) installed at altitudes below 5000 ft. This will result in the engine running too lean and result in... -
Page 13: Connection Of Tig Module
NOTE: If the output “CONTROL” is set below “3” the K240 contactor may not pull in. The Ranger 8 can provide up to 8,000 watts of 115/230 volts AC, single phase 60Hz power for con- CONNECTION OF K930-[ ] TIG MODULE tinuous use. -
Page 14: Motor Starting
Duplex Duplexes Duplex Duplexes 2.0 KW 2.0 KW 4.0 KW 4.0 KW 6.0 KW 6.0 KW 8.0 KW 8.0 KW *Maximum current draw from each 115V *NEMA 5-20P Plug required for 20Amp Draw GFCI Duplex is 20 amps RANGER 8... -
Page 15: Electrical Device Used With The Ranger 8
INSTALLATION TABLE lll ELECTRICAL DEVICE USE WITH THE RANGER 8. Type Common Electrical Devices Possible Concerns Resistive Heaters, toasters, incandescent NONE light bulbs, electric range, hot pan, skillet, coffee maker. Capacitive TV sets, radios, microwaves, Voltage spikes or high voltage appliances with electrical control. - Page 16 Also, the “Output Control” is set at “10” for maximum auxiliary power. 2. Take necessary steps to assure load is limited to the capacity of the Ranger 8 by installing a 35 amp 230V double pole circuit breaker. Maximum TABLE I rated load for the 230V auxiliary is 35 amperes.
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Page 17: Connection Of Ranger 8 To Premises Wiring
RECEPTACLE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE FOR ALTERNATE WIRE SIZE RECOMMENDATIONS. WARNING Connection of Ranger 8 to premises wiring must be done by a licensed electrician and must com- ply with the National Electrical Code and all other applicable electrical codes. RANGER 8... -
Page 18: Operation
• The Recommended Wire Feeder is the LN-25, but Can Also be Used with the LN-7 Wire Feeder. Three Engines are available for the Ranger 8 (LN-7 and LN-25 without Contactor Requires the Welders; the Onan P220, the Kohler 20 HP K240 Contactor Kit). -
Page 19: Fuel Consumption
OPERATION RANGER 8 APPROXIMATE FUEL CONSUMPTION ONAN KOHLER HONDA 20.5 H.P. P220 20 H.P. COMMAND 20 H.P. GX620KI Low Idle - No Load .6 Gallons/Hour .4 Gallons/Hour .3 Gallons/Hour 2200 RPM (2.3 Liters/Hour) (1.5 Liters/Hour) (1.3 Liters/Hour) High Idle - No Load .8 Gallons/Hour... -
Page 20: Starting The Engine
Stop the engine by placing the “Engine” switch in the “OFF” position. • Insulate yourself from work and A fuel shut off valve is not required on the Ranger 8 ground. Wear eye, ear, and body because the fuel tank is mounted below the engine. -
Page 21: Welding Process
.068 40 - 90 125A to 210A The Ranger 8 can be used with a broad range of AC The Ranger 8 is recommended for limited “MIG” weld- and DC stick electrodes. See “Welding Tips 1” ing (GMAW - gas metal arc welding). The recom- included with the Ranger 8 for electrodes within the mended electrodes are .030”... -
Page 22: Summary Of Welding Processes
INTERNAL CONTACTOR contactor closes. Welding starts immediately and engine goes to high idle. NOTE: Output Control must be set above “3”. WIRE FEED, LN-7 WITH HIGH Cold Press gun trigger, K240 CONTACTOR KIT contactor closes. Welding starts immediately. RANGER 8... -
Page 23: Accessories
K936-3 Remote Control Cable - Control cable for connect- riage with the installation of K1745-1 Cylinder ing the K930-2 TIG Module to a Ranger 8 equipped with a Holder(s). Heavy duty puncture resistant pneumatic K892-1 Remote Kit. 9-Socket to a grounded 115 V plug and tires and front caster. -
Page 24: Recommended Equipment/ Accessories
K892-1 Remote control Receptacle Kit and K444-1 Remote voltage Control Kit are required for voltage control at the feeder. LN7-K240 Contactor Kit is required. Magnum Gun is required for gas-shielded welding. Innershield Gun is required for gasless welding. RANGER 8... -
Page 25: Maintenance
Running out of fuel tends to draw dirt into the fuel • 1.7 US qt. (1.4 Imp qt., 1.6 liter)-Onan P220 OHV system. Also, check the crankcase oil level and • 1.9 US qt. (1.6 Imp qt., 1.8 litre)-Honda GX620KI add oil if indicated. RANGER 8... -
Page 26: Oil Filter Change
Reinstall the oil filler cap. 6. Start the engine and check for oil filter leaks. 7. Stop the engine, and check the oil level. If neces- sary, add oil to the upper limit mark on the dipstick. RANGER 8... -
Page 27: Engine Adjustments
HONDA FRAM G1 16910-ZE8-015 Spark Plugs ONAN 167-1638 CHAMPION RC12YC CHAMPION-J16CR-U (Resistor NGK BPR4EY (.030” GAP) NKG-ZGR5A Type) (.025” GAP) .030 in., (76mm) gap * Oil capacity increases from 2.0 Qts. to 2.1 Qts. when using this filter. RANGER 8... -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. RANGER 8... - Page 29 Faulty P.C. Board. CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. RANGER 8...
- Page 30 Spark plugs are fouled. CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. RANGER 8...
- Page 31 DIAGRAMS RANGER 8...
- Page 32 DIAGRAMS RANGER 8...
- Page 33 M 1 7 4 8 6 CONNECTION OF RANGER 8 TO LN-7 & K240 CONTACTOR KIT C O N N E C T I O N O F L N - 7 & K 2 4 0 C O N T A C T O R K I T W I T H 1 1 5 V O L T A C A U X I L I A R Y P O W E R A N D C V O U T P U T...
- Page 34 DIAGRAMS RANGER 8...
- Page 35 DIAGRAMS RANGER 8...
- Page 36 NOTES RANGER 8...
- Page 37 ● ● ● Do not touch electrically live parts or Keep flammable materials away. Wear eye, ear and body protection. WARNING electrode with skin or wet clothing. ● Insulate yourself from work and ground. Spanish ● ● ● No toque las partes o los electrodos Mantenga el material combustible Protéjase los ojos, los oídos y el AVISO DE...
- Page 38 ● ● ● Keep your head out of fumes. Turn power off before servicing. Do not operate with panel open or WARNING ● Use ventilation or exhaust to guards off. remove fumes from breathing zone. Spanish ● Los humos fuera de la zona de res- ●...
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