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INSTALLATION

SA-250

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PRE-OPERATION INSTALLATION

EXHAUST SPARK ARRESTER

Some federal, state or local laws may require that
engines be equipped with exhaust spark arresters
when they are operated in certain locations where
unarrested sparks may present a fire hazard. The
standard muffler included with this welder does not
qualify as a spark arrester. When required by local
regulations, a suitable spark arrester must be installed
and properly maintained.

Use of an incorrect arrester may lead to engine damage
or performance loss. Contact the engine manufacturer
for specific recommendations.

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LOCATION / VENTILATION

Always operate the welder with the doors closed.
Leaving the doors open changes the designed air flow
and may cause overheating.

The welder should be located to provide an unrestrict-
ed flow of clean, cool air. Also, locate the welder so
that engine exhaust fumes are properly vented to an
outside area.

MACHINE GROUNDING

According to the United States National Electrical
Code, the frame of this portable generator is not
required to be grounded and is permitted to serve as
the grounding means for cord connected equipment
plugged into its receptacle.

Some state, local, or other codes or unusual operating
circumstances may require the machine frame to be
grounded. It is recommended that you determine the
extent to which such requirements may apply to your
particular situation and follow them explicitly. A
machine grounding stud marked with the symbol is
provided on the welding generator frame foot. In gen-
eral, if the machine is to be grounded, it should be
connected with a #8 or larger copper wire to a solid
earth ground such as a metal water pipe going into
the ground for at least ten feet and having no insulat-
ed joints, or to the metal framework of a building
which has been effectively grounded. The U.S.
National Code lists a number of alternate means of
grounding electrical equipment.

DO NOT MOUNT OVER COMBUSTIBLE SUFACES.

Where there is a combustible surface directly under
stationary or fixed electrical equipment, the surface
shall be covered with a steel plate at least
.06”(1.6mm) thick, which shall extend not more than
5.90”(150mm) beyond the equipment on all sides.
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LIFT BAIL

A lift bail is provided for lifting with a hoist.

TRAILER (See Optional Features)

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 dam-
age the welding equipment. Some of the factors to be
considered are as follows:

Do not attempt to use this equipment until you
have thoroughly read the engine manufacturer’s
manual supplied with your welder. It includes
important safety precautions, detailed engine
starting, operating and maintenance 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.

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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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See additional warning information at the

front of this operator’s manual.

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WARNING

CAUTION

FALLING EQUIPMENT

can cause