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IM604-B
™
August, 2002
RANGER 8 LPG
For Machines with Code Number 10526, 10541, 10937
Safety Depends on You
Lincoln arc welding and cutting
equipment is designed and built
with safety in mind. However, your
overall safety can be increased by
proper installation ... and thought-
ful operation on your part. DO
NOT INSTALL, OPERATE OR
REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT
WITHOUT READING THIS
MANUAL AND THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED
THROUGHOUT. And, most
importantly, think before you act
and be careful.
Date
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i i SAFETY WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents The engine exhaust from this product contains are known to the State of California to cause can- chemicals known to the State of California to cause cer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. The Above For Diesel Engines The Above For Gasoline Engines ARC WELDING CAN BE HAZARDOUS. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY
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ii ii SAFETY ELECTRIC SHOCK can ARC RAYS can burn. 4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover kill. plates to protect your eyes from sparks and 3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits the rays of the arc when welding or observing are electrically “hot” when the welder is on. open arc welding. Headshield and filter lens Do not touch these “hot” parts with your bare should conform to ANSI Z87. I standards. skin or wet clothing. Wear dry, hole-free gloves to insulate hands. 4.b. Us
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iii iii SAFETY WELDING SPARKS can CYLINDER may explode cause fire or explosion. if damaged. 6.a. Remove fire hazards from the welding area. 7.a.Use only compressed gas cylinders If this is not possible, cover them to prevent containing the correct shielding gas for the the welding sparks from starting a fire. process used and properly operating Remember that welding sparks and hot regulators designed for the gas and materials from welding can easily go through small cracks pressure used. All hos
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iv iv SAFETY 5. Toujours porter des lunettes de sécurité dans la zone de PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ soudage. Utiliser des lunettes avec écrans lateraux dans les zones où l’on pique le laitier. Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instruc- tions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent 6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de dans ce manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté prévenir tout risque d’incendie dû aux étincelles. générales su
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v v for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product Thank You ��� as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you! Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaser upon receipt by the carrier. Consequently, Claims for material damaged in shipment must be made by the purchaser against the transportation company at the time the shipment
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vi vi TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................i - iv INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION ............................................................................v GENERAL DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................1 DESIGN FEATURES .................................................................................................1 SPECIFICATIONS................
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1 1 � K930-1 TIG Module Available for high frequency GENERAL DESCRIPTION and shielding gas control for AC and DC GTAW (TIG) welding applications. ™ The Ranger 8 LPG is a twin-cylinder LPG fuel engine � Remote Control Receptacle Kit Available. driven multiprocess arc welder and AC power genera- tor. It is built in a heavy gauge steel case for durability � Electronic Engine Idler. Engine Automatically Goes to on the job site. Low Idle in 10 to 14 Seconds after Welding or Use of Auxiliary Power.
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2 2 SPECIFICATIONS Machine Product Ordering Welding Auxiliary Dimensions Name Information Description Power & Weight Output AC Constant Current 8000 Watts, 225A / 25V / 100% 60 Hz AC Ranger 8 Multi-Purpose DC Constant Current 30.3 x 19.2 x 43.8 in Arc Welder with 210A / 25V / 100% LPG K1616-1 70 Amps @ 8,000 watts of 115V (770 x 488 x 1113 mm) Auxiliary Power (Kohler) DC Constant Voltage 200A / 20V / 100% 511 lbs (233 kg) 35 Amps @ 230V Max. O.C.V. 80V Engine Product Operating Name Desc
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3 3 SPECIFICATIONS AC STICK / TIG (CC) OUTPUT 80 A 225 OUTPUT RANGE 70 B 50 OUTPUT RANGE 60 50 40 30 20 B A 10 0 0 50 100 150 200 250 OUTPUT AMPS DC STICK / TIG (CC) OUTPUT 80 A 210 OUTPUT RANGE 70 B 50 OUTPUT RANGE 60 50 40 30 20 A B 10 0 0 200 250 300 50 100 150 350 OUTPUT AMPS DC WIRE FEED (CV) OUTPUT 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 CV OUTPUT RANGE 5 0 0 50 100 200 250 300 350 150 OUTPUT AMPS RANGER 8 LPG OUTPUT VOLTS AC OUTPUT VOLTS DC OUTPUT VOLTS DC
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4 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (Field Installed) GFCI Receptacle Kit (K896-1) - Includes two UL Four Wheel Undercarriage (K933-1) - Allows move- approved 115V ground fault circuit interrupter duplex ment of the Ranger 8 by hand without lifting. Easily type receptacles with covers and installation instruc- assembles to the Ranger 8. Includes two rugged, hard tions. Replaces the two factory installed 115V duplex molded wheels and two durable, two ply nylon receptacles. Each receptacle of each GFCI duple
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5 5 RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT STICK Accessory Kit (K710) which includes: � Electrode Holder & Cable � Work Clamp & Cable � Headshield Remote Control Receptacle Kit (K892-1), and Remote Control Kit (K857) are optional for remote current control. TIG Magnum™ TIG Torch Magnum Parts Kit and Argon Gas TIG Module (K930-1) Contactor Kit (K938-1) Control Cable (K936-[ ]) Optional: � TIG Module Docking Kit (K939-1) � Arc Start Switch (K1814) � Hand Amptrol® (K963) � Foot Amptrol (K870) � Remote Con
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6 6 Where this engine driven welder is connected to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS premises wiring such as that in your home or shop, it’s frame must be connected to the system earth ground. Safety Precautions See further connection instructions in the section enti- tled “Standby Power Connections”, as well as the arti- cle on grounding in the latest U.S. National Electrical WARNING Code and the local code. Do not attempt to use this equipment until you have thoroughly read the engine manufacturer’s
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7 7 � The stem of the cylinder valve and where the valve is attached Pre-Operation Service to the top of the cylinder. � All other fittings on top of the fuel cylinder. CAUTION If growing bubbles appear, there is a leak. Re-tighten READ the engine operating and maintenance instruc- connection or replace defective component. Retest to tions supplied with this machine. make sure that there is no leak. WARNING Leak test must be performed each time the fuel cylin- der is replaced. LPG fuel can caus
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8 8 Battery Connections This welder is shipped with the negative battery cable disconnected. Make sure that the Engine Switch is in the “OFF” position and attach the disconnected cable securely to the negative battery terminal before attempting to operate the machine. If the battery is discharged and does not have enough power to start the engine, see the battery charging instructions in the Battery section. Welding Output Cables With the engine off, connect the electrode and work cables to th
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9 9 Angle of Operation Location / Ventilation The welder should be located to provide an unrestrict- Internal combustion engines are designed to run in a ed flow of clean, cool air to the cooling air inlets and to level condition which is where the optimum perfor- avoid heated air coming out of the welder recirculating mance is achieved. The maximum angle of operation back to the cooling air inlet. for the engine is 25 degrees from horizontal in any direction. If the engine is to be operated
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10 10 Connection of the LN-7 to the Ranger 8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS a. Shut the welder off. Additional Safety Precautions b. Connect the LN-7 and the K240 contactor kit per instructions on the connection diagram S17742 Always operate the welder with the roof and case (can be found in the back of this manual). sides in place as this provides maximum protection from moving parts and assures proper cooling air flow. c. Place the “RANGE” switch to the “WIRE FEED” position and the “POLARITY” switch
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11 11 a. Welding Welder Controls - Function and Operation Explanation of Symbols that Appear on this Equipment When the electrode touches the work, the welding arc is initiated and the engine accelerates to full speed. ON OFF Low Idle After welding ceases (and no auxiliary power is High Idle being drawn), the engine will return to low idle after approximately 10 to 14 seconds. ENGINE “ON-OFF” Switch b. Auxiliary Power When placed in the “ON” position, this switch With the engine running at low
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12 12 After running at high engine speed for 10-14 seconds, is made by adjusting the output “CONTROL” or the engine will go to low idle. remote control. For best arc stability, use settings 5 through 10. Allow the engine to warm up by letting it run at low idle The Ranger 8 can be used with a broad range of AC for a few minutes. and DC stick electrodes. See “Welding Tips 1” included with the Ranger 8 for electrodes within the Stopping the Engine rating of this unit and recommended welding curr
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13 13 It is recommended that the Ranger 8 be used in HIGH The Ranger 8 is recommended for limited “MIG” weld- idle when using the TIG Module. It can be used in the ing (GMAW - gas metal arc welding). The recom- AUTO position but the delay going to low idle after mended electrodes are .030” and .035” L-50 and L- welding is ceased will be increased if the AFTER- 56. They must be used with a blended shielding gas FLOW CONTROL is set above 10 seconds. such as C25 (75% Argon - 25% CO ). The welding
