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Page 2 - SAFETY; WARNING; CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS; The Above For Diesel Engines

FOR ENGINEpowered equipment. 1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenance work unless the maintenance work requires it to be running. ____________________________________________________ 1.b. Operate engines in open, well-ventilated areas or vent the engine exhaust fumes outdoors....

Page 5 - PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ

iv SAFETY iv PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suiv- antes: Sûreté Pour Soudage A LʼArc 1. Protegez-vous contre la seco...

Page 6 - Thank You; Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately

v v Thank You for selecting a QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product••• as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you! Read this Operators Manual completely before attempting to use this equipment. Save this manual...

Page 7 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

vi vi TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Installation .......................................................................................................................Section A Technical Specifications .......................................................................................................A...

Page 9 - INSTALLATION; INPUT - GASOLINE ENGINE

RANGER 305G 1. Output rating in watts is equivalent to volt-amperes at unity power factor. Output voltage is within ± 10% at all loads up to rated capacity. When welding, available auxiliary power will be reduced. A-1 INSTALLATION A-1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - RANGER 305G (K1726-4, K1726-5) Make/Mo...

Page 10 - RECEPTACLES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

A-2 INSTALLATION RANGER 305G A-2 MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS - RANGER 305G (K1726-4, K1726-5) RECEPTACLES AUXILIARY POWER CIRCUIT BREAKER OTHER CIRCUIT BREAKERS (2) 120VAC Duplex (5-20R) Two 20AMP for Two Duplex Receptacle 20AMP for Battery Charging Circuit(1) 120/240VAC Dual Voltage One 50AMP for Dual V...

Page 11 - ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; LOCATION AND VENTILATION; S e e a d d i t i o n a l w a r n i n g i n f o r m a t i o n a t

A-3 INSTALLATION RANGER 305G A-3 LIFTING The RANGER 305G weighs approximately 530 lbs.with a full tank of gasoline. A lift bail is mounted to themachine and should always be used when lifting themachine. ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION At higher altitudes, Welder output de-rati...

Page 12 - GASOLINE FUEL ONLY

A-4 INSTALLATION RANGER 305G A-4 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 ...

Page 13 - MUFFLER OUTLET PIPE; ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS; MACHINE GROUNDING; WELDING TERMINALS

A-5 INSTALLATION RANGER 305G A-5 MUFFLER OUTLET PIPE Using the clamp provided secure the outlet pipe to theoutlet tube with the pipe positioned such that it willdirect the exhaust in the desired direction. Tightenusing a 9/16" socket or wrench. SPARK ARRESTER Some federal, state or local laws ma...

Page 14 - WELDING OUTPUT CABLES; AUXILIARY POWER RECEPTACLES; CAUTION; TOTAL COMBINED LENGTH OF

A-6 INSTALLATION RANGER 305G A-6 WELDING OUTPUT CABLES With the engine off connect the electrode and workcables to the output studs. The welding process dic-tates the polarity of the electrode cable. These con-nections should be checked periodically and tightenedwith a 3/4" wrench. Table A.1 lis...

Page 15 - CONNECTION OF RANGER 305G TO PREMISES WIRING

A-7 INSTALLATION RANGER 305G A-7 240 Volt 60 Hz. 3-Wire Service POWER COMPANY METER 240 VOLT 120 VOLT 120 VOLT LOAD N NEUTRALBUS GROUND PREMISES DISCONNECT AND SERVICE OVERCURRENT PROTECTION GND N NOTE: No. 6 COPPER CONDUCTOR CABLE SEE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE FOR ALTERNATE WIRE SIZE RECOMMENDATIONS...

Page 18 - OPERATION; GENERAL DESCRIPTION; ENGINE OPERATION

B-1 OPERATION RANGER 305G B-1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The RANGER 305G is a gasoline engine powered DCmulti-process welding power source and 120 / 240volt AC power generator. The engine drives a genera-tor that supplies three phase power for the DC weld-ing circuit and single phase power for the AC auxil...

Page 19 - DIGITAL OUTPUT METERS

B-2 OPERATION B-2 WELDING CONTROLS1. OUTPUT CONTROL: The CONTROL dial provides continuous control of thewelding current or welding voltage depending on theselected welding mode. This control is not active in theCC-STICK, DOWN HILL PIPE, and CV-WIRE modeswhen a remote control or wire feeder with remo...

Page 20 - START PUSH BUTTON

B-3 OPERATION B-3 CV-WIRE mode: In this mode, turning the ARC CONTROLclockwise from –10 (soft) to +10 (crisp) changes the arc fromsoft and washed-in to crisp and narrow. It acts as an induc-tance control. The proper setting depends on the procedureand operator preference. Start with a setting at 0. ...

Page 21 - STOPPING; WELDER OPERATION; DUTY CYCLE

B-4 OPERATION B-4 Operating the starter motor for more than 5 sec-onds can damage the motor. If the engine fails tos t a r t , r e l e a s e t h e s w i t c h a n d w a i t 1 0 s e c o n d sbefore operation the starter again. Do NOT pusht h e S T A R T b u t t o n w h i l e t h e e n g i n e i s r u...

Page 22 - TIG WELDING; TYPICAL CURRENT RANGES

B-5 OPERATION B-5 TIG WELDING The TOUCH START TIG setting of the MODE switch isfor DC TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding. To initiate aweld, the CONTROL dial is first set to the desired cur-rent and the tungsten is touched to the work. Duringthe time the tungsten is touching the work there is verylitt...

Page 23 - ARC GOUGING

Permissible Current in @120 VAC * 80**60**46** 3620 0 B-6 OPERATION B-6 ARC GOUGING The RANGER 305G can be used for limited arc goug-ing. For optimal performance, set the MODE switch toCC-STICK and the ARC CONTROL to +10. Set the CONTROL knob to adjust output current to thedesired level for the goug...

Page 24 - ACCESSORIES

C-1 ACCESSORIES C-1 OPTIONS/ACCESSORIES AND COM-PATIBLE LINCOLN EQUIPMENT K957-1 HEAVY DUTY, TWO WHEEL TRAILER FORSMALL WELDERS F o r r o a d , o f f - r o a d a n d i n - p l a n t a n d y a r d t o w i n g .(For highway use, consult applicable federal, state andlocal laws regarding requirements fo...

Page 25 - MAINTENANCE; KOHLER ENGINE

D-1 MAINTENANCE D-1 RANGER 305G KOHLER ENGINE (1) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas and/or at high ambient temperatures. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Have qualified personnel do all maintenance and troubleshooting work. • Turn the engine off before working inside the machine or servicing the ...

Page 26 - Engine

D-2 MAINTENANCE D-2 Engine Oil Change Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapidand complete draining. • Remove the oil filler cap and dipstick. Remove the yellow cap from the oil drain valve and attach theflexible drain tube supplied with the machine. Pushin and twist the drain valve co...

Page 27 - AIR FILTER PAPER ELEMENT; SPARK PLUG; Spark Plug Service

D-3 MAINTENANCE D-3 AIR FILTER PAPER ELEMENT • Loosen the cover retaining knob and remove the cover. • Remove the pre-cleaner from the paper element. • Remove the element cover nut, element cover, and paper element. • Do not wash the paper element or use pressurized air, as this will damage the elem...

Page 28 - FUEL FILTER; ENGINE ADJUSTMENT; OVERSPEED IS HAZARDOUS; • MUFFLER MAY BE HOT

D-4 MAINTENANCE D-4 FUEL FILTER • Check the fuel filter for water accumulation or sedi- ment. • Replace the fuel filter if it is found with excessive water accumulation or sediment. ENGINE ADJUSTMENT Adjustments to the engine are to be made only by aLincoln Service Center or an authorized Field Serv...

Page 29 - Welder/Generator Maintenance

D-5 MAINTENANCE D-5 RANGER 305G Welder/Generator Maintenance STORAGE: Store the RANGER 305G in clean, dry protected areas. CLEANING: Blow out the generator and controls peri- odically with low pressure air. Do this at least once aweek in particularly dirty areas. BRUSH REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT: Itʼs ...

Page 30 - TROUBLESHOOTING; HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

E-1 TROUBLESHOOTING E-1 RANGER 305G If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. CAUTION This Troubleshooting Gu...

Page 31 - PROBLEMS

E-2 TROUBLESHOOTING E-2 RANGER 305G Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting ...

Page 35 - DIAGRAMS

Page 40 - WA

F-6 DIAGRAMS F-6 RANGER 305G or s er v i ce t h i s equ ipm ent . O n ly q u a lif ied pe r sonne l s hou ld i n s ta ll, us e Keep aw ay f r om mo v in g p a rt s. Keep gua rds in p lac e. MO V I N G P A R T S c an i n j ur e WA R N IN G D o not t o uc h e lec t r i c al ly liv e pa rt s. be fo re ...

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