Pre-Operation Engine Service; Stacking; Tilting; Lifting - Lincoln Electric SHIELD-ARC SVM128-A Service Manual

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STACKING

SA-250 machines CANNOT be stacked.

TILTING

Place the machine on a secure, level surface whenev-
er you use it or store it. Any surfaces you place it on
other than the ground must be firm, non-skid, and
structurally sound.
The diesel engine is designed to run in a level position
for best performance. If you do operate it at a slight
angle, be sure to check the oil regularly and keep the
oil level at the FULL mark as it would be in its normal
level condition. Also, fuel capacity will be a little less at
an angle.

LIFTING

The SA-250 weighs 1650 lb./743 kg.
provided for lifting with a hoist.
WARNING
FALLING EQUIPMENT can
cause injury.
Do not lift this machine using lift bail if
it is equipped with a heavy accessory
such as a trailer.
Lift only with equipment of adequate lifting capacity. Be
sure machine is stable when lifting.

HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION

It may be necessary to derate welder output at higher
altitudes. Some engine adjustment may be required.
Contact a Perkins Service Representative.

PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE

Read and understand the information about the diesel
engine in the Operation and Maintenance sections of
this manual before you operate the SA-250.
INSTALLATION
Keep hands away from the engine muffler or HOT
engine parts.
• Stop the engine when fueling.
• Do not smoke when fueling.
• Remove the fuel cap slowly to release pressure.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank.
• Wipe up spilled fuel and allow the fumes to clear
before starting the engine.
• Keep sparks and flame away from the fuel tank.

OIL

conditions. See the engine operation manual for spe-
cific recommendations.
A lift bail is
BEFORE YOU START THE ENGINE.
added precaution. When full, the oil level should be up
to but not over the FULL mark on the dipstick. If it is
not full, add enough oil to fill it to the full mark. DO NOT
overfill.
For more oil fill and service information, see the
Maintenance section of this manual.
on the control panel.
Maintenance sections of this manual for more details
about fuel.
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operate
IGNITION switch is in the OFF position and attach the
disconnected cable securely to the battery terminal. If
the battery is discharged and won't start the engine,
see the
Maintenance section.
SA-250
WARNING
The SA-250 is shipped with the engine filled
with SAE 10W-30 oil. This should be fine
for most ambient operating temperature
CHECK THE OIL LEVEL

FUEL

Fill the fuel tank with clean, diesel fuel only.
The SA-250 has a 15 gallon (57 liter) fuel
tank with a top fill and fuel gauge mounted
See the Operation and

BATTERY CONNECTIONS

The SA-250 is shipped with the negative
battery cable disconnected.
the machine, make
battery charging instructions
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