Lincoln Electric CLASSIC IM514-A - Manual (Page 10)

A-3 INSTALLATION
CLASSIC I
A-3
LINCOLN
ELECTRIC ELECTRIC
®
PRE-OPERATION INSTALLATION
Safety Precautions
Exhaust Spark Arrester
Some federal, state, or local laws may require that
engines be equipped with exhaust spark arresters
when they are operated in certain locations where
unarrested sparks may present a fire hazard. The
standard mufflers included with these welders do not
qualify as spark arresters. When required by local
regulations, suitable spark arrester must be installed
and properly maintained.
Use of an incorrect arrester may lead to engine damage
or performance loss. Contact the engine manufacturer
for specific recommendations.
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Location / Ventilation
Always operate the welder with the doors closed.
Leaving the doors open changes the designed air flow
and may cause overheating.
The welder should be located to provide an unrestrict-
ed flow of clean, cool air. Also, locate the welder so
that engine exhaust fumes are properly vented to an
outside area.
Machine Grounding
According to the United States National Electrical
Code, the frame of this portable generator is not
required to be grounded and is permitted to serve as
the grounding means for cord connected equipment
plugged into its receptacle.
Some state, local, or other codes or unusual operating
circumstances may require the machine frame to be
grounded. It is recommended that you determine the
extent to which such requirements may apply to your
particular situation and follow them explicitly. A
machine grounding stud marked with the symbol
is provided on the welding generator frame foot. (If an
older portable welder does not have a grounding stud,
connect the ground wire to an unpainted frame screw
or bolt). In general, if the machine is to be grounded it
should be connected with a #8 or larger copper wire to
a solid earth ground such as a metal water pipe going
into the ground for at least ten feet and having no
insulated joints, or to the metal framework of a build-
ing which has been effectively grounded. The U.S.
National Electrical Code lists a number of alternate
means of grounding electrical equipment.
ANGLE OF OPERATION
To achieve optimum engine performance the Classic I
should be run in a level position. The maximum angle
of operation for the TM27 engine is 60 degrees in a
direction to cause the air intake manifold to be angled
up, 45 degrees for the air intake manifold to be angled
down; and 50 degrees for the welder control panel to
be angled up or down. If the engine is to be operated
at an angle, provisions must be made for checking
and maintaining the oil level at the normal (FULL) oil
capacity in the crankcase. When operating the welder
at an angle, the effective fuel capacity will be slightly
less than the specified 15 gallons.
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.
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ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts or
electrode with skin or wet clothing.
• Insulate yourself from work and
ground
• Always wear dry insulating gloves.
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ENGINE EXHAUST can kill.
• Use in open, well ventilated areas or
vent exhaust outside.
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MOVING PARTS can injure.
• Do not operate with doors open or
guards off.
• Stop engine before servicing.
• Keep away from moving parts.
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See additional warning information at
front of this operator’s manual.
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WARNING
CAUTION
JULY97