Lincoln-electric IM511 RANGER 9 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUALFor use with machines having Code Number 10378, 10379, 10539, 10540 and 10550RANGER TM9Multi-Process Gasoline Engine Driven Welder an

Ranger 9(Kohler CommandCH20S)20 HP @ 3600 RPM38.1 cu in(624 cc)Fuel:9 Gal (34 L)Lubricating Oil:2.0 Qts (1.9 L)ProductName Description Horsepower

A) K768-2 Two Wheel UndercarriageFor in-plant and yard towing. (For highway use,consult applicable federal, state, and local lawsregarding possible r

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENTSTICKK702 Accessory Kit which includes:• Electrode holder and cable• Work clamp and cable• HeadshieldK857 Remote Control Kit is o

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSMachine GroundingBecause this portable engine driven welder orgenerator creates it’s own power, it is not necessaryto connec

4. Typical conditions of use, i.e., travel speed; rough-ness of surface on which the trailer will beoperated; environmental conditions; likemaintenanc

-13 -Angle of OperationEngines are designed to run in the level conditionwhich is where the optimum performance is achieved.The maximum angle of opera

d. Set the “POLARITY” switch to either WIRE FEEDDC+ or WIRE FEED DC- as required by theelectrode being used.e. Set the “RANGE” switch to either HIGH

Welder Controls - Function and OperationENGINE “ON-OFF” SwitchWhen placed in the “ON” position, this switchenergizes the engine ignition circuit. Whe

Starting/Shutdown InstructionsStarting the EngineBe sure all Pre-Operation Maintenance has been per-formed. Also, read the Engine Owner’s Manual.Remo

Stopping the EngineRemove all welding and auxiliary power loads andallow engine to run at low idle speed for a few minutesto cool the engine.Stop the

FOR ENGINEpowered equipment.1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenancework unless the maintenance work requires it to be running.

SUMMARY OF WELDING PROCESS-18 -CONTROLCABLEUSEDIDLEMODEOUTPUTCONTROLSWITCHWELDINGTERMINALSSWITCHELECTRODEWHEN NOTWELDINGTO START WELDINGPROCESSSTICK -

-19 -Auxiliary PowerThe Ranger 9 can provide up to 9,000 watts of115/230 volts AC, single phase 60HZ power for contin-uous use. The front of the mach

Most 1.5 HP motors can be started if there is no loadon the motor or other load connected to the machine,since the full load current rating of a 1.5HP

2. Take necessary steps to assure load is limited to the capacity of the Ranger 9 byinstalling a 40 amp, 230 volt double polecircuit breaker. Maxim

MAINTENANCESafety Precautions-22 -Have qualified personnel do the maintenancework. Turn the engine off before working insidethe machine. In some cases

Use correct polarity - Negative Ground.To prevent BATTERY DISCHARGE, if you have an ignition switch, turn it off when engine is notrunning.• To preven

TROUBLESHOOTINGENGINETROUBLEA. Engine will not crank or is hard tocrank.B. Engine will not start or shuts down.C. Engine does not develop fullpower.D.

IDLER SYSTEMTROUBLEA. Engine will not idle down to lowspeed.B. Engine will not go to high idlewhen attempting to weld.I. Scratch StartII. When using w

OUTPUT SYSTEMTROUBLEA. No welder or power output.B. Output control on welder notfunctioning.C. Output control or remote notfunctioning.D. Wire feeder

OUTPUT SYSTEMTROUBLEE. Contactor does not pull in when scratch starting when engine goes to high idle.F. Contactor does not pull in whenusing a wire f

iiSAFETYiiARC RAYS can burn.4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and coverplates to protect your eyes from sparks andthe rays of the arc when weld

-28 -236ELECTRODEWORK241GND(+)D1(-)R1C225W100C3C4C5224EAMMETER209AM 1AUTOHIGH356212CAPACITORACAC B+208STARTERREGULATOR(+)(-)200A219200SR(+)(-)ROTOR FI

-29 -236ELECTRODEWORK241GND(+)D1(-)R1C225W100C3C4C5224EAMMETER209AM 1AUTOHIGH356212CAPACITORACAC B+208STARTERREGULATOR(+)(-)CV-CV+DC+DC-AC212 (CAVITY

-30 -236ELECTRODEWORK241GND(+)D1(-)R1C225W100C3C4C5224EAMMETER209AAM 1AUTOHIGH356221ACAC B+208STARTERREGULATOR(+)(-)CV-CV+DC+DC-AC221 (CAVITY #1)211 (

– 31 – 12-16-93 M17090 ELECTRODE CABLELN-25WIRE FEEDERREMOTE CONTROLTO WORKELECTRODEN.A. WELDING CABLE MUST BE SIZED FOR CURRENT AND DUTY CY

– 32 – 12-16-93 M17092 ELECTRODE CABLEOPTIONAL K857REMOTE CONTROLTO WORKELECTRODE6 PINAMPHENOL14 PINAMPHENOLTO WORK TO WIRE FEED UNIT TO LN-7

– 33 – 12-16-93 M17094 N.A. WELDING CABLE MUST BE SIZED FOR CURRENT AND DUTY CYCLE OF APPLICATION.N.C. INSULATE EACH UNUSED LEAD INDIVIDUAL

12-16-93 M17214 ELECTRODE CABLETO WORKELECTRODE14 PINAMPHENOLTO WORK TO WIRE FEED UNIT CAUTION :ANY INCREASE OF THE HIGH IDLE ENGINE RPM BY

CRM23615 M17902 TO WORKELECTRODETO WORKCAUTION :ELECTRODE CABLETO CONTROL MODULEWARNINGDo not operate with panels open.Disconnect NEGA

– 36 –DIMENSION PRINT - Ranger 9CENTER OF GRAVITY WITH OIL INENGINE AND EMPTY FUEL TANK. 30.008.80UNDERCARRIAGE MOUNTING HOLES17.009.09L2.75OF SHA

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FOR ELECTRICALLYpowered equipment.8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnectswitch at the fuse box before working onthe equipment.8.b. Install equ

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ivSAFETYivPRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉPour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instruc-tions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui par

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- 7 -GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Ranger™9, is a twin cylinder gasoline enginedriven multi-process arc welder and AC powergenerator. It is built in a heavy