Lincoln Electric AIR VANTAGE IM10066 - Manual (Page 13)

A-3 INSTALLATION
AIR VANTAGE® 500 (AU)
A-3
LIFTING
The AIR VANTAGE® 500 (AU) lift bale should be used
to lift the machine. The Air Vantage 500 is shipped
with the lift bale retracted. Before attempting to lift the
AIR VANTAGE® 500 (AU) the lift bale must be secured
in a raised position. Secure the lift bale as follows:
a. Open the engine compartment door.
b. Locate the 2 access holes on the upper middle
region of compartment wall just below the lift
bale.
c. Use the lifting strap to raise the lift bale to the
full upright position. This will align the mount-
ing holes on the lift bale with the access holes.
d. Secure the lift bale with 2 thread forming
screws. The screws are provided in the
shipped loose parts bag.
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
At higher altitudes, output derating may be necessary.
For maximum rating, derate the welder output 4% for
every 300 meters (984 ft.) above 1500 meters (4920
ft.). For output of 500A and below, derate the welder
output 4% for every 300 meters (984 ft.) above 2100
meters (6888 ft.).
Contact a Cummins Service Representative for any
engine adjustments that may be required.
HIGH TEMPERATURE OPERATION
At temperatures above 40°C (104°F), output voltage
derating may be necessary. For maximum output cur-
rent ratings, derate welder voltage rating 2 volts for
every 10°C (21°F) above 40°C (104°F).
• Lift only with equipment of ade-
quate lifting capacity.
• be sure machine is stable when lift-
ing.
• Do not lift this machine using lift
bail if it is equipped with a heavy
accessory such as trailer or gas
cylinder.
FALLING • Do not lift machine if lift bail is
EQUIPMENT can damaged.
cause injury. • Do not operate machine while
suspended from lift bail.
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TOWING
The recommended trailer for use with this equipment
for road, in-plant and yard towing by a vehicle
(1) is
Lincoln’s K2636-1. If the user adapts a non-Lincoln
trailer, he must assume responsibility that the method
of attachment and usage does not result in a safety
hazard nor damage the welding equipment. Some of
the factors to be considered are as follows:
1. Design capacity of trailer vs. weight of Lincoln
equipment and likely additional attachments.
2. Proper support of, and attachment to, the base of
the welding equipment so that there will be no
undue stress to the trailer’s framework.
3. Proper placement of the equipment on the trailer
to insure stability side to side and front to back
when being moved and when standing by itself.
4. Typical conditions of use, such as travel speed,
roughness of surface on which the trailer will be
operated, and environmental conditions.
5. Proper preventative maintenance of trailer.
6. Conformance with federal, state and local laws (1) .
(1) Consult applicable federal, state and local laws regarding
specific requirements for use on public highways.
VEHICLE MOUNTING
Improperly mounted concentrated loads may
cause unstable vehicle handling and tires or other
components to fail.
• Only transport this Equipment on serviceable
vehicles which are rated and designed for such
loads.
• Distribute, balance and secure loads so vehicle
is stable under conditions of use.
• Do not exceed maximum rated loads for compo-
nents such as suspension, axles and tires.
• Mount equipment base to metal bed or frame of
vehicle.
• Follow vehicle manufacture’s instructions.
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WARNING
WARNING