Lincoln Electric CLASSIC IM553-C - Manual (Page 9)

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CLASSIC II DEUTZ
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Exhaust Spark Arrester
Some federal, state or local laws may require that
diesel 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, install the optional spark arrester kit.
Spark arresters must be installed and properly main-
tained, instructions are included in the kit.
Use of an incorrect arrester may lead to engine damage
or performance loss.
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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.
DO NOT MOUNT OVER COMBUSTIBLE SUR-
FACES.
Where there is a combustible surface directly under
stationary or fixed electrical equipment, the surface
shall be covered with a steel plate at least
.06”(1.6mm) thick, which shall extend not more than
5.90”(150mm) beyond the equipment on all sides.
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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
building which has been effectively grounded. The
U.S. National Electrical Code lists a number of alter-
nate means of grounding electrical equipment.
Lift Bail
A lift bail is provided for lifting with a hoist.
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 the
front of this operator’s manual.
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WARNING
CAUTION FALLING EQUIPMENT can cause
injury.
• Do not lift this machine using lift bale
if it is equipped with a heavy accesso-
ry such as a trailer or gas cylinder.
• Lift only with equipment of adequate
lifting capacity.
• Be sure machine is stable when lifting. -
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