Lincoln-electric IM801 RED-D-ARC GX 300 User Manual

RED-D-ARCGX 300IM801August, 2005Red-D-Arc Spec-Built Welding EquipmentThis RED-D-ARC welder is built to RED-D-ARC Extreme Dutydesign specifications by

GX 300A-2INSTALLATION A-2MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS - GX300 (K2284-1)RECEPTACLES AUXILIARY POWER CIRCUIT BREAKER OTHER CIRCUIT BREAKE

GX 300A-3INSTALLATION A-3LIFTINGThe GX 300 weighs approximately 530 lbs. with a fulltank of gasoline. A lift bail is mounted to the machineand shoul

A-4INSTALLATION A-4PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICEREAD the engine operating and maintenance instruc-tions supplied with this machine.FUELUSE GASOLINE F

Use a #8 or larger copper wire connected between themachine grounding stud and the frame of the vehicle.When this engine driven welder is connected to

The 120 V auxiliary power receptacles should only beused with three wire grounded type plugs or approveddouble insulated tools with two wire plugs. Th

GX 300A-7INSTALLATION A-7240 Volt60 Hz.3-WireServicePOWERCOMPANYMETER240 VOLT120 VOLT120 VOLTLOADNNEUTRALBUSGROUNDPREMISESDISCONNECT ANDSERVICEOVERC

A-8INSTALLATION A-8CONNECTION OF LINCOLN ELECTRICWIRE FEEDERSConnection of the LN-25 to the GX 300Shut off welder before making any electrical con-n

B-1OPERATIONB-1SAFETY PRECAUTIONSDo not attempt to use this equipment until youhave thoroughly read the engine manufacturer’smanual supplied with your

B-2OPERATIONB-2WELDING CONTROLS1. OUTPUT CONTROL: The CONTROL dial provides continuous control of thewelding current or welding voltage depending on t

B-3OPERATIONB-34. WELD OUTPUT TERMINALS WITHFLANGE NUT:Provides a connection point for the electrode andwork cables.5. GROUND STUD: Provides a connect

GX 300FOR ENGINEpowered equipment.1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenancework unless the maintenance work requires it to be ru

B-4OPERATIONB-4• The engine will run at high idle speed for approxi-mately 12 seconds and then go to low idle speed.Allow the engine to warm up at low

(1) When used with argon gas. The current ranges shown must be reduced when using argon/helium or pure helium shielding gases.(2) Tungsten electrodes

PermissibleCurrent in@120 VAC *80**60**46**36200B-6OPERATIONB-6ARC GOUGINGThe GX 300 can be used for limited arc gouging. Foroptimal performance, set

C-1ACCESSORIESC-1OPTIONS/ACCESSORIES AND COM-PATIBLE LINCOLN EQUIPMENTK957-1 HEAVY DUTY, TWO WHEEL TRAILER FORSMALL WELDERSFor road, off-road and in-p

GX 300D-1MAINTENANCED-1KOHLER ENGINE (1) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas and/or at high ambienttemperatures.SAFETY PRECAUTIONS• Have

D-2MAINTENANCED-2Engine Oil ChangeDrain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapidand complete draining.• Remove the oil filler cap and dipstic

D-3MAINTENANCED-3AIR FILTER PAPER ELEMENT• Loosen the cover retaining knob and remove thecover.• Remove the pre-cleaner from the paper element.• Remov

GX 300D-4MAINTENANCED-4FUEL FILTER• Check the fuel filter for water accumulation or sedi-ment.• Replace the fuel filter if it is found with excessivew

GX 300D-5MAINTENANCED-5Welder/Generator MaintenanceSTORAGE: Store the GX 300 in clean, dry protectedareas.CLEANING: Blow out the generator and control

GX 300E-1TROUBLESHOOTINGE-1If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your

GX 300iiSAFETYiiARC 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 whe

GX 300E-2TROUBLESHOOTINGE-2Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or

GX 300E-3TROUBLESHOOTINGE-3Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or

GX 300E-4TROUBLESHOOTINGE-4Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or

E-5TROUBLESHOOTINGE-5Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are u

F-1DIAGRAMSF-1GX 300

F-2DIAGRAMSF-2GX 300

F-3DIAGRAMSF-3GX 300or service this equipment.Only qualified personnel should install,useKeep away from moving parts.Keep guards in place.MOVING PARTS

F-4DIAGRAMSF-4GX 300

F-5DIAGRAMSF-5GX 300

F-6DIAGRAMSF-6GX 300

GX 300FOR ELECTRICALLYpowered equipment.8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnectswitch at the fuse box before working onthe equipment.8.b. Insta

F-7DIAGRAMSF-7GX 300

F-8DIAGRAMSF-8GX 300

F-9DIAGRAMSF-9GX 300NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specific diagram

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GX 300NOTES

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GX 300ivSAFETYivPRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉPour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructionset les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui

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GX 3001. Output rating in watts is equivalent to volt-amperes at unity power factor. Output voltage is within ± 10% at all loads up torated capacity.