Lincoln Electric VANTAGE 600 SD, Operator'S Manual

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A-5
INSTALLATION VANTAGE
®
600 SD
BATTERY CONNECTION
Use caution as the electrolyte is a strong acid that can burn skin
and damage eyes.
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The VANTAGE
®
600 SD is shipped with the negative battery cable discon-
nected. Make certain that the RUN-STOP switch is in the STOP position.
Remove the two screws from the battery tray using a screwdriver or a
3/8"(10mm) socket. Attach the negative battery cable to the negative
battery terminal and tighten using a 1/2"(13mm) socket or wrench.
NOTE: This machine is furnished with a wet charged battery; if
unused for several months, the battery may require a booster
charge. Be careful to charge the battery with the correct polarity.
(See Battery in “Maintenance Section”)
GASES FROM BATTERY can explode.
• Keep sparks, flame and cigarettes away from battery.
To prevent EXPLOSION when:
• INSTALLING A NEW BATTERY — disconnect negative cable
from old battery first and connect to new battery last.
• CONNECTING A BATTERY CHARGER — remove battery
from welder by disconnecting negative cable first, then
positive cable and battery clamp. When reinstalling, con-
nect negative cable last. Keep well ventilated.
• USING A BOOSTER — connect positive lead to battery first
then connect negative lead to negative battery lead at
engine foot.
BATTERY ACID can burn eyes and skin.
• Wear gloves and eye protection and be careful when
working near battery.
• Follow instructions printed on battery.
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IMPORTANT : To prevent ELECTRICAL DAMAGE WHEN:
a) Installing new batteries.
b) Using a booster.
Use correct polarity — Negative Ground.
EXHAUST OUTLET PIPE
Remove cap from DOC pipe protruding from roof.
Using the clamp provided secure the outlet pipe to the outlet
tube with the pipe positioned such that it will direct the exhaust
in the desired direction away from the air intake. Tighten using a
1/4"(6mm) internal socket or allen wrench. Torque to
106in.lbs.(9ft.-lbs.)(12N-M)
SPARK ARRESTOR
Some federal, state or local laws may require that gasoline or
diesel engines be equipped with exhaust spark arresters when
they are operated in certain locations where unarrested sparks
may present a fire hazard.
The DOC (Diesel Oxidation Catalyst) unit included with this
welder qualifies as a spark arrester.
An incorrect spark arrestor may lead to damage to the
engine or adversely affect performance.
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AIR CLEANER INSTALL
All parts below are shipped with the machine in a separate box
attached to the crate.(See Figure A.2)
• Remove cap from air intake hose and DOC exhaust attached on
machine. Insert air cleaner into bracket between the two
ridges of a larger diameter. Position the end cap so that “Top”
is at 9 o’clock.
• Remove plug and install service indicator, use thread sealant
or tape on pipe threads.
• Tighten air hose clamp just below service indicator to hold
clamp while pushing air cleaner onto hose, once hose is in
place loosen air hose clamp slide down and tighten clamp.
• Install 2 hex head screws, washers to mounting bracket
securing air cleaner.
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SERVICE INDICATOR
Air cleaner service indicator provides a Go/No-Go visual
indication of useful filter service life.
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
SERVICE INDICATOR
AIR HOSE CLAMP
MOUNTING BRACKET
EXHAUST OUTLET
CLAMP
SEAL
(5/16-18x 1.25 HHCS) (2)
(LOCK WASHER) (2)
(MAIN WASHER) (2)
VACUATOR VALVE
INLET HOOD
FIGURE A.2