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INSTALLATION
VANTAGE
®
435X
TOWING
Use a recommended trailer for use with this equipment for road,
in-plant and yard towing by a vehicle
(1)
. If the user adapts a non-
Lincoln trailer, they must assume responsibility that the method of
attachment and usage does not result in a safety hazard or
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 there will be no undue stress to the 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 while being operated or serviced.
4. Typical conditions of use, i.e., travel speed; roughness of
surface on which the trailer will be operated; environmental
conditions; like maintenance.
5. Conformance with federal, state and local laws.
(1)
(1) Consult applicable federal, state and local laws regarding specific require-
ments for use on public highways.
SERVICE TRUCK AND TRAILER INSTALLATION
The welder should be located to provide an unrestricted flow of
clean, cool air to the cooling air inlets and to avoid heated air
coming out of the welder recirculating back to the cooling air inlet.
Also, locate the welder so that engine exhaust fumes are properly
vented to an outside area.
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Improperly mounted concentrated loads may cause
unstable vehicle handling and tires or other
components to fail.
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Only transport this welding equipment on serviceable
vehicles which are rated and designed for such loads.
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Distribute, balance and secure loads so vehicle is
stable under conditions of use.
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Do not exceed maximum rated loads for components
such as suspension, axles and tires.
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Mount equipment base to metal bed or frame of vehicle.
Do not mount the welder using rubber mounts.
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Follow vehicle manufacturer’s instructions.
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Do not install equipment where air flow is restricted.
Equipment or the engine may overheat.
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Do not weld on the base. Welding on the base may
cause fuel tank explosion or fire.
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Always ground the equipment frame to the vehicle
frame to prevent electric shock and static electricity
hazards.
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Do not place propane or shielding gas tanks near hot
air or exhaust.
PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE
READ the engine operating and maintenance instructions supplied
with this machine.
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Stop engine and allow to cool before fueling.
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Do not smoke when fueling.
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Fill fuel tank at a moderate rate and do not overfill.
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Wipe up spilled fuel and allow fumes to clear before
starting engine.
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Keep sparks and flame away from tank.
OIL
The Vantage
®
435X is shipped with the engine crankcase filled
with high quality SAE 10W-30 Oil that meets (API class CJ-4 or
better) for diesel engines. Check the oil level before starting the
engine. If it is not up to the full mark on the dip stick, add oil as
required. Check the oil level every four hours of running time
during the first 50 running hours. The oil change interval is
dependent on the quality of the oil and the operating environment.
Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for more details on specific
oil recommendations, break-in information, and proper service
and maintenance intervals.
FUEL
USE ULTRA-LOW SULFUR
DIESEL FUEL ONLY
Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh fuel. The capacity of the
tank is 20 gal. (75.7L). When the fuel gauge reads empty the
tank contains approximately 2 gal. (7.6L) of reserve fuel.
NOTE: A fuel shut off valve is located just before the pre-
filter/sediment filter. Place the valve in the closed
position when the welder is not used for extended
periods of time.
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
HOT COOLANT can burn skin.
Do not remove cap if radiator is hot.
The welder is shipped with the engine and radiator filled with a
50% mixture of ethylene glycol and water. See the MAINTENANCE
section and the engine Operator’s Manual for more information on
coolant.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
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