Lincoln Electric IM553 CLASSIC II - Manual (Page 10)

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CLASSIC II DEUTZ
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Undercarriages
If the user adapts a non-Lincoln undercarriage, he
must assume responsibility that the method of attach-
ment 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 undercarriage vs. weight of
Lincoln equipment and likely additional attach-
ments.
2. Proper support of, and attachment to, the base of
the welding equipment so there will be no undue
stress to the framework.
3. Proper placement of the equipment on the under-
carriage to ensure stability side to side and front to
back when being moved and when standing by
itself while being operated or serviced.
4. Typical conditions of use, i.e., travel speed, rough-
ness of surface on which the undercarriage will be
operated; environmental conditions, likely mainte-
nance.
5. Conformance with federal, state and local
laws.Consult applicable federal, state and local
laws regarding specific requirements for use on
public highways.
Polarity Control and Cable Sizes
With the engine off, route the electrode and work
cables through the strain relief bracket on the base
and connect to the studs located below the fuel tank
mounting rail. (See size recommendations below.)
For positive polarity, connect the electrode cable to
the terminal marked “Positive (+)”. For Negative
polarity, connect the electrode cable to the “Negative
(-)” stud. These connections should be checked peri-
odically and tightened if necessary.
When welding at a considerable distance from the
welder, be sure you use ample size welding cables.
PRE-OPERATION SERVICE
READ the engine operating and maintenance instruc-
tions supplied with this machine.
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RECOMMENDED COPPER CABLE SIZES
Cables Sizes for Combined Length
of Electrode Plus Work Cable
Amps Duty Cycle Up to 200 ft. 200 to 250 ft.
200 100% 1 1/0
250 60% 1 1/0
300 40% 1/0 2/0
INSTALLATION
Oil
This unit is supplied from the factory with the engine
crankcase filled with a high quality SAE 10W/30 oil.
This oil should be acceptable for most typical ambient
temperatures. Consult the engine operation manual
for specific engine manufacturer's recommendations.
Upon receipt of the welder, check the engine dipstick
to be sure the oil is at the “full” mark. DO NOT overfill.
Note: A optional Oil Drain Kit is available for this
engine. (Order K1604-1)
NOTE: This unit is equipped with an Engine
Protection Package, an internal kill switch will
shut down the engine if the oil pressure drops
below a minimum operating specification, or if the
oil temperature reaches an excessive level.
Fuel
Fill the fuel tank with the grade of fuel recommended
in the Engine Operatorʼs manual. Make sure the fuel
valve on the sediment bowl is in the open position.