Lincoln Electric IM10103 AIR VANTAGE 700 (AU) - Manual (Page 21)

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AIR VANTAGE ® 700 (Au) CuMMINS
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SAFETY PRECAuTIONS
Read and understand this entire section before
operating your AIR VANTAGE
® 700 (Au) CuM-
MINS.
• Do not attempt to use this equipment
until you have thoroughly read the
engine manufacturer’s manual sup-
plied with your welder. It includes
important safety precautions, detailed
engine starting, operating and mainte-
nance 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
• Do not stack anything near the engine.
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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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• Only qualified personnel should operate this
equipment.
• Always operate the welder with the sliding door
closed and the side panels in place as these pro-
vide maximum protection from moving parts and
insure proper cooling air flow.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The AIR VANTAGE ® 700 (AU) CUMMINS is a diesel
engine-driven welding power source. The machine uses
a brush type alternating current generator for DC multi-
purpose welding, for 240 VAC single phase. The AIR
VANTAGE
® 700 (AU) CUMMINS also has a rotary
screw 60 SCFM air compressor built in. The DC welding
control system uses state of the art Chopper
Technology for superior welding performance.
WARNING
The AIR VANTAGE ® 700 (AU) CUMMINS is fitted with
a selectable VRD(Voltage Reduction Device). The
VRD operates in the CC-Stick mode reducing the
OCV to <13 volts, increasing operator safety when
welding is performed in environments with increased
hazard of electric shock such as wet areas and hot,
humid sweaty conditions.
FOR AuXILIARY POWER:
Start the engine and set the IDLER control switch to
the desired operating mode. Full power is available
regardless of the welding control settings providing no
welding current is being drawn.
ENGINE OPERATION
Before Starting the Engine:
• Be sure the machine is on a level surface.
• Open side engine door and remove the engine oil
dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. Reinsert the
dipstick and check the level on the dipstick.
• Add oil (if necessary) to bring the level up to the full
mark. Do not overfill. Close engine door.
• Check radiator for proper coolant level. (Fill if nec-
essary).
• Check oil in the compressor for proper level. (Fill if
necessary).
• See Engine Owner’s Manual for specific oil and
coolant recommendations.