Lincoln-electric IM813 RANGER 305 D (CE) User Manual

Ranger 305 D (CE)OPERATOR’S MANUALIM813August, 2005Safety Depends on YouLincoln arc welding and cuttingequipment is designed and builtwith safety in m

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xixiTABLE OF CONTENTSMaintenance...Section DSafety

RANGER 305D (CE)(1) Output rating in watts is equivalent to volt-amperes at unity power factor. Output voltage is within ± 10% at all loads up to rate

STACKINGRANGER 305D (CE) machines cannot be stacked.ANGLE OF OPERATIONEngines are designed to run in the level condition which iswhere the optimum per

A-3INSTALLATION RANGER 305D (CE)A-3TOWINGCheck with distributor for the recommended trailer for use withthis equipment for road, in-plant and yard

A-4INSTALLATION RANGER 305D (CE)A-4BATTERY CONNECTIONUse caution as the electrolyte is a strong acid thatcan burn skin and damage eyes.-------------

A-5INSTALLATION RANGER 305D (CE)A-5WELDING TERMINALSThe machine is equipped with a toggle switch forselecting "hot" welding terminal when

7. Set the "IDLE" switch to the "AUTO" position.When not welding, the RANGER 305D (CE)engine will be at the low idle speed. If you

B-1OPERATIONRANGER 305D (CE)B-1SAFETY PRECAUTIONSDo not attempt to use this equipment until youhave thoroughly read the engine manufacturer’smanual su

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

B-2OPERATIONB-2WELDING CONTROLS (Figure B.1)1. OUTPUT CONTROL: The OUTPUT dial isused to preset the output voltage or current as dis-played on the di

B-3OPERATIONB-34. ARC CONTROL:The ARC CONTROL dial isactive in the CV-WIRE, CC-STICK and DOWNHILL PIPEmodes, and has different functions in these mod

B-4OPERATIONB-415. ENGINE ALTERNATOR TROUBLELIGHT-The engine alternator light is off when batterycharging system is functioning normally. If light tur

TYPICAL CURRENT RANGES (1)FOR TUNGSTEN ELECTRODES(2)Tungsten Electrode DCEN (-) DCEP (+) Approximate Argo

RANGER 305D (CE)B-6OPERATIONB-6When in the TOUCH START TIG mode and when aAmptrol is connected to the 6-pin Connector the OUT-PUT dial is used to set

B-7OPERATIONB-7AUXILIARY POWER:Start the engine and set the IDLER control switch to thedesired operating mode. Full power is available regard-less of

C-1ACCESSORIESC-1FIELD INSTALLED OPTIONS /ACCESSORIESK1898-1 SPARK ARRESTOR - Mounts between muf-fler & elbow to eliminate any risk of spark from

D-1MAINTENANCED-1RANGER 305D (CE)SAFETY PRECAUTIONS• Have qualified personnel do all maintenanceand troubleshooting work.• Turn the engine off before

D-2MAINTENANCED-2ENGINE OIL CHANGEDrain the engine oil while the engine is warm toassure rapid and complete draining. It is recommend-ed that each tim

D-3MAINTENANCED-3RANGER 305D (CE)Service Instructions & Installation TipsFor Engine Air FilterRelease the1Seal CarefullyUnlatch and remove the ser

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

D-4MAINTENANCED-4COOLING SYSTEMHOT COOLANTcan burn skin.• Do not remove cap if radiator ishot.-------------------------------------------------------

D-5MAINTENANCED-5FUEL FILTER1. Check the fuel filter and fuel pre-filter for wateraccumulation or sediment.2. Replace the fuel filter if it is found w

D-6MAINTENANCED-6RANGER 305D (CE)WELDER / GENERATORMAINTENANCESTORAGE: Store the RANGER 305D (CE) in clean,dry protected areas.CLEANING: Blow out the

E-1TROUBLESHOOTINGE-1RANGER 305D (CE)If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, co

E-2TROUBLESHOOTINGE-2RANGER 305D (CE)Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test pro

E-3TROUBLESHOOTINGE-3RANGER 305D (CE)Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test pro

E-4TROUBLESHOOTINGE-4RANGER 305D (CE)Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test pro

E-5TROUBLESHOOTINGE-5RANGER 305D (CE)Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test pro

E-6TROUBLESHOOTINGE-6RANGER 305D (CE)Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test pro

F-1DIAGRAMSF-1RANGER 305D (CE)

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

F-2DIAGRAMSF-2RANGER 305D (CE)

F-3DIAGRAMSF-3RANGER 305D (CE)or service this equipment.Only qualified personnel should install,useKeep away from moving parts.Keep guards in place.MO

F-4DIAGRAMSF-4RANGER 305D (CE)

F-5DIAGRAMSF-5RANGER 305D (CE)

F-6DIAGRAMSF-6RANGER 305D (CE)NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specif

F-7DIAGRAMSF-7RANGER 305D (CE)NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specif

F-8DIAGRAMSF-8RANGER 305D (CE)DIMENSION PRINT RANGER 305D (CE)M2022 A.0160.2129.7026.5260.0059.2017.50 19.50 21.0621.5029.8330.7134.2435.776.3311

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