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IM10140-B
| Issue D ate 08/14
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400 (AU)
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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual VANTAGE ® 400 (AU) For use with machines having Code Numbers: 11959, 12307 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: www.lincolnelectric.com/locator 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (ET) Mon. thru Fri. Save for future reference After hours? Use “Ask the Experts”...
  • Page 2 THANK YOU FOR SELECTING KEEP YOUR HEAD OUT OF THE FUMES. A QUALITY PRODUCT BY DON’T get too close to the arc. Use LINCOLN ELEC TRIC. corrective lenses if necessary to stay a reasonable distance away from the arc. READ and obey the Material Safety PLEASE EXAMINE CARTON AND EQUIPMENT FOR Data Sheet (MSDS) and the warning DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY...
  • Page 3 American Welding Society, P.O. Box 351040, Miami, Florida 33135 or ELECTRIC AND CSA Standard W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” MAGNETIC FIELDS MAY booklet E205 is available from the Lincoln Electric Company, 22801 BE DANGEROUS St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199. BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE 2.a.

  • Page 4: Electric Shock Can Kill

    S FETY 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 S FETY 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 Public Supply System Welding equipment should be connected to the public supply system according to the manufacturer’s rec- ommendations.

  • Page 8: ________________________________________________________________________

    Electric for advice or information about their use of our products. We respond to our customers based on the best information in our posses- sion at that time. Lincoln Electric is not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice, and assumes no liability, with respect to such infor- mation or advice.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Machine Grounding.......................A-6 Welding Terminals ......................A-6 Welding Output Cables ....................A-6 Cable Installation......................A-6 Auxiliary Power Receptacles and Plugs................A-7 Standby Power Connections ....................A-7 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 Add Fuel ..........................B-1...
  • Page 10 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 .........................D-4 Bleeding the Fuel System ................D-4 Fuel Filter ......................D-5 Engine Adjustment ..................D-5...

  • Page 11: Installation

    INstaLLatION teCHNICaL sPeCIfICatIONs - VaNtaGe® 400 (aU) (K32038-1) INPUt - DIeseL eNGINe Make/Model Description speed (RPM) Displacement starting Capacities Code No. cu. in. (ltrs.) system 4 cylinder 135.6(2.2) 12VDC Battery 27.6 HP High Idle 1565 & starter Oil: 1500 RPM Bore x Stroke (Group 34;...

  • Page 12: Machine Specifications

    INstaLLatION MaCHINe sPeCIfICatIONs Receptacles 400V (3 Ph) x 1 230V (1 Ph) x 2 14 Pin Connector 6 Pin Connector Residual Current Device (RCD) 4-pole, 40Amp (30mA trip current) Circuit Breakers (Thermal/Magnetic) 3 Phase, 20 Amp x 1 1 phase, 15 Amp x 2 10A for Engine Battery Charging Circuit Other Circuit Breakers 10A for Wire Feeder Power...

  • Page 13: Safety Precautions

    INstaLLatION safety PReCaUtIONs fIGURe a.1 WaRNING (VRD)-VOLTAGE REDUCTION DEVICE SWITCH IS LOCATED IN THIS AREA. 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 starting, operating and maintenance instructions, and parts lists.

  • Page 14: High Altitude Operation

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

  • Page 15: Oil

    INstaLLatION cific requirements for use on public highways. MUffLeR OUtLet PIPe The VANTAGE® 400 (AU) is shipped with the engine crankcase filled with high quality SAE 10W-30 Oil that meets classification CG- Using the clamp provided secure the outlet pipe to the outlet tube 4 or CH-4 for diesel engines.

  • Page 16: 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 nections should be checked periodically and tightened creates its own power, it is not necessary to connect with a 3/4"...

  • Page 17: Standby Power Connections

    INstaLLatION CONNeCtION Of LINCOLN eLeCtRIC aUXILIaRy POWeR WIRe feeDeRs The auxiliary power capacity is 14,000 watts Peak, Connection of LN-15 to the VaNtaGe® 400 (aU) 13,200 Watts Continuous of 50 Hz, three phase power. The auxiliary power capacity rating in watts is 1.
  • Page 18 INstaLLatION WaRNING Connection of the LN-25 to the VaNtaGe® 400 (aU) shut off welder before making any electrical connections. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The LN-25 with or without an internal contactor may be used with the VANTAGE® 400 (AU). See the appropriate connection diagram in Section F. NOte: The LN-25 (K431) Remote Control Module and (K432) Remote Cable are not recommended for use with the VANTAGE®...

  • Page 19: 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 20: Welding Controls

    OPeRatION fIGURe B.1 WeLDING CONtROLs (figure B.1) When in the TOUCH START TIG mode and when an Amptrol is connected to the 6-Pin Connector, the OUTPUT dial is used to set the maximum current range of the CURRENT CONTROL of 1.
  • Page 21 OPeRatION 4. aRC CONtROL 11. VRD (Voltage Reduction Device) INDICatOR - The ARC CONTROL dial is active in LIGHts - the CV-WIRE, CC-STICK and DOWNHILL PIPE modes, and On the front panel of the VANTAGE® 400 (AU) has different functions in these modes. This control is not are two indicator lights.

  • Page 22: Engine Controls

    OPeRatION eNGINe CONtROLs: 18. eNGINe PROteCtION LIGHt- A warning indi- 12. RUN/stOP sWItCH cator light for Low Oil Pressure and/or Coolant Over - RUN position energizes the Temperature. The light is off when the systems are engine prior to starting. STOP position stops the functioning properly.

  • Page 23: Stopping The Engine

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

  • Page 24: Tig Welding

    OPeRatION When in the TOUCH START TIG mode and when a The OUTPUT CONTROL dial adjusts the full output Amptrol is connected to the 6-Pin connector the OUT- range for pipe welding. PUT CONTROL dial is used to set the maximum cur- rent range of the current control of the Amptrol.

  • Page 25: Wire Welding-Cv

    OPeRatION aRC GOUGING This will keep the "Solid State" contactor open and provide a "cold" electrode until the Amptrol or Arc Start Switch is pressed. The VANTAGE® 400 (AU) can be used for arc gouging. For optimal performance, set the MODE switch to ARC GOUGING. When using the TIG Module, the OUTPUT CONTROL on the VANTAGE®...

  • Page 26: Accessories

    aCCessORIes fIeLD INstaLLeD OPtIONs / K449 LN-25 - Includes internal contactor for across the arc aCCessORIes operation (no control cable). Provides “cold” electrode until gun trigger is pressed. Includes gas solenoid. For spools up to 44 LBS (20Kg). K903-1 sPaRK aRRestOR - Includes a heavy gage steel, approved spark arrestor, clamp and adapter for mounting to K1870-1 LN-15 across the arc Wire feeder.

  • Page 27: 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 28: 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 29 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 30: Cooling System

    MaINteNaNCe fUeL COOLING systeM DIeseL fUeL ONLy-Low sulphur fuel or ultra WaRNING low sulphur fuel in U.S.A. and Canada. 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 31: 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 32: Welder / Generator Maintenance

    WaRNING • service and Repair should only be performed by Lincoln electric factory trained Personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equip- ment may result in danger to the technician and machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty.

  • Page 33: 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 34: Troubleshooting

    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 35 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 36 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 37 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 38 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.
  • Page 39 DIaGRaMs VaNtaGe® 400 (aU)
  • Page 40 DIaGRaMs VaNtaGe® 400 (aU)
  • Page 41 DIaGRaMs VaNtaGe® 400 (aU)
  • Page 42 DIaGRaMs VaNtaGe® 400 (aU)
  • Page 43 WIRING DIaGRaM VaNtaGe® 400 (aU)
  • Page 44 DIMeNsION PRINt VaNtaGe® 400 (aU)
  • Page 45 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 46 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 47 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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