Page 2 - SAFETY; CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS; WARNING
ELECTRIC ANDMAGNETIC FIELDSmay be dangerous 2.a. Electric current flowing through any conductor causes localized Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF). Weldingcurrent creates EMF fields around welding cables andwelding machines. 2.b. EMF fields may interfere with some pacemakers and welders having a pa...
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ELECTRIC SHOCKcan kill. 3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits are electrically “hot” when the welder is on.Do not touch these “hot” parts with your bareskin or wet clothing. Wear dry, hole-freegloves to insulate hands. 3.b. Insulate yourself from work and ground using dryinsulation. Make ...
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F O R E L E C T R I C A L LYpowered equipment. 8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnect switch at the fuse box before working on theequipment. 8.b. Install equipment in accordance with the National Electrical Code, all local codes and the manufacturer ’srecommendations. 8.c. Ground the equipme...
Page 5 - iv; 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 suivantes: Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Arc 1. Protegez-vous contre la secous...
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 Companyproduct ••• as much pride as we have in bringing this product toyou! Read this Operators Manual completely before attempting to use this equipment. Save this manual ...
Page 7 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section A Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section C Optional Field Installed Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-1 Mai...
Page 9 - INPUT - DIESEL ENGINE; Deutz; PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS; INSTALLATION
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - Vantage 500 DEUTZ (K2271-1) INPUT - DIESEL ENGINE Make /Model Description Speed (RPM) Displacement Starting Capacities System Deutz 3 cylinder High Idle 1900 173 cu. in 12VDC battery Fuel F3L 912 44HP (33 kw) (2.83L) & Starter (25 US gal) Diesel Engine @ 1800 RPM Full ...
Page 10 - STORING; ANGLE OF OPERATION
Read this entire installation section before you startinstallation. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not attempt to use this equipment until you havethoroughly read all operating and maintenance manualssupplied with your machine. They include important safetyprecautions, detailed engine starting, operating and...
Page 12 - PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE; DIESEL FUEL ONLY; OIL; FUEL CAP; ENGI; NE COOLING SYSTEM; BATTERY CONNECTION
PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE READ the engine operating and maintenance instructionssupplied with this machine. Stop engine while fueling. • Do not smoke when fueling. • Keep sparks and flame away from tank. • Do not leave unattended while fueling. • Wipe up spilled fuel and allow fumes to clear befo...
Page 13 - WELDING TERMINALS; WELDING OUTPUT CABLES; MACHINE GROUNDING
The Vantage is shipped with the negative battery cabledisconnected. Before you operate the machine, make sure theEngine Switch is in the OFF position and attach the disconnectedcable securely to the negative (-) battery terminal. Remove the insulating cap from the negative battery terminal.Replace a...
Page 14 - REMOTE CONTROL; OUTPUT; AUXILIARY POWER RECEPTACLES; STANDBY POWER CONNECTIONS
REMOTE CONTROL OUTPUT The Vantage is equipped with a 6-pin and a 14-pin connector. The6-pin connector is for connecting the K857 or K857-1 RemoteControl or for TIG welding, the K870 foot Amptrol or the K936-2hand Amptrol. When in the CC-STICK, DOWNHILL PIPE, or CV-WIRE modes and when a remote contro...
Page 15 - Figure A.2 Connection of the Vantage to Premises Wiring
Vantage 500 DEUTZ A-7 INSTALLATION A-7 2. Take necessary steps to assure load is limited to the capacity of the Vantage by installing a 50 amp, 240 VAC double polecircuit breaker. Maximum rated load for each leg of the 240VAC auxiliary is 50 amps. Loading above the rated output willreduce output vol...
Page 16 - CONNECTION OF LN-15 TO THE VANTAGE
CONNECTION OF LINCOLN ELECTRICWIRE FEEDERS Shut off welder before making any electrical connections. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONNECTION OF LN-7, LN-8 OR LN-742 TO THEVANTAGE • Shut the welder off. • Connect the LN-7, LN-8 or LN-742 per in...
Page 17 - CONNECTION OF THE LN-25 TO THE VANTAGE; CAUTION
VANTAGE 500 DEUTZ A-9 INSTALLATION A-9 CONNECTION OF THE LN-25 TO THE VANTAGE The LN-25 with or without an internal contactor may be used withthe Vantage. See the appropriate connection diagram in theDIAGRAMS section. NOTE : The LN-25 (K431) Remote Control Module and (K432) Remote Cable are not reco...
Page 18 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; GENERAL DESCRIPTION; RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS; GENERATOR; OPERATION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand this entire section before operating your Vantage. Do not attempt to use this equipment until you havethoroughly read all operating and maintenance manualssupplied with your machine. They include important safetyprecautions, detailed engine starting, operating...
Page 19 - ENGINE CONTROLS; CONTROLS AND SETTINGS; Figure B.1 Case Front Panel Controls
ENGINE CONTROLS (Items 1 through 8) 1. RUN STOP SWITCH Toggling the switch to the RUN position energizes the fuelsolenoid for approximately 30 seconds. The engine must bestarted within that time or the fuel solenoid will deenergize, andthe switch must be toggled to reset the timer. 2. START PUSHBUTT...
Page 21 - AUXILIARY POWER CONTROLS; ENGINE OPERATION; STARTING THE ENGINE; STOPPING THE ENGINE
14. WIRE FEEDER VOLTMETER SWITCH: Matches the polarity of the wire feeder voltmeter to the polarity ofthe electrode. 15. 6 - PIN CONNECTOR For attaching optional remote control equipment. Includes auto-sensing remote control circuit. 16. 14 - PIN CONNECTOR For attaching wire feeder control cables. I...
Page 22 - TYPICAL FUEL CONSUMPTION; WELDER OPERATION; DUTY CYCLE
B-5 OPERATION B-5 Vantage 500 DEUTZ TYPICAL FUEL CONSUMPTION Refer to Table B.2 for typical fuel consumption of the VantageEngine for various operating scenarios. WELDER OPERATION DUTY CYCLE Duty Cycle is the the ratio of the uninterrupted on-load duration to10 minutes. The total time period of one ...
Page 24 - ARC GOUGING; PARALLELING; AUXILIARY POWER OPERATION; ELECTRODE
CV-WIRE MODE Connect a wire feeder to the Vantage and set welder controlsaccording to the instructions listed earlier in this section. The Vantage in the ”CV-WIRE” position, permits it to be used witha broad range of flux cored wire (Innershield and Outershield)electrodes and solid wires for MIG wel...
Page 25 - * Each duplex receptacle is limited to 20 amps.
B-8 OPERATION B-8 Vantage 500 DEUTZ TABLE B.5 Vantage Extension Cord Length Recommendations Current (Amps) 1515202025303850 Voltage (Volts) 120240120240240240240240 Load (Watts) 1800360024004800600072009000 12000 3060 (9) (18) 40753060 (12)(23) (9) (18) 75 150 50 100 9075 (23)(46)(15)(30)(27)(23) 12...
Page 26 - OPTIONAL FIELD INSTALLED ACCESSORIES; ACCESSORIES
OPTIONAL FIELD INSTALLED ACCESSORIES K704 ACCESSORY SET - Includes 35 feet (10 m) of electrode cable and 30 feet (9 m) of work cable, headshield, work clampand electrode holder. Cable is rated at 500 amps, 60% duty cycle. K767-2 FOUR WHEELED STEERABLE YARD TRAILER - For in plant and yard towing. K80...
Page 27 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; DAILY; ENGINE MAINTENANCE; AIR FILTER; MAINTENANCE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Have a qualified technician do the maintenance and troubleshooting work. • Turn the engine off before working inside the machine. • Remove guards only when necessary and replace them when the maintenance requiring their removal is complete. • Always use the greatest care when wo...
Page 28 - FUEL FILTERS; WATER SEPARATOR ELEMENT
7. Inspect for holes and tears by looking through the element toward a bright light. Check for damaged gaskets or dentedmetal parts. Do not reuse damaged elements. Protect elementfrom dust and damage during drying and storage. 8. Reinstall air filter element. After six cleanings replace air filter. ...
Page 31 - HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE; TROUBLESHOOTING
This Troubleshooting Guide is provided to help you locate andrepair possible machine malfunctions. Simply follow the three-step procedure listed below. Step 1. LOCATE PROBLEM (SYMPTOM). Look under the column labeled “PROBLEM (SYMPTOMS)”. Thiscolumn describes possible symptoms that the machine mayexh...
Page 32 - Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) Major Physical or Electrical Damage isEvident. Engine will not crank Engine will crank but not start. Engine shuts down shortly after starting. Engine shuts down while under a load. Engine runs rough. Engine will not shut off POSSIBLE AREAS OF MISADJUSTMENT(S) 1. Contact your Loc...
Page 33 - PROBLEMS; POSSIBLE AREAS OF; RECOMMENDED; FUNCTION PROBLEMS
PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) Battery does not stay charged. No welding output or auxiliary output. Welder has some/ no output and nocontrol. Auxiliary output OK No welding output. Auxiliary output OK. No auxiliary power. POSSIBLE AREAS OF MISADJUSTMENT(S) 1. Faulty battery . 2. Faulty engine alternator. 3. L...
Page 34 - DIAGRAMS; ENHANCED DIAGRAM
F-1 DIAGRAMS F-1 Vantage 500 DEUTZ NOTE: This diagram is for reference only . It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. The specific dia- gram for your particular machine is pasted inside the machine on one of the enclosure panels. OUT PU T CO NT ROL CCW REC TIFI ER BRIDG E HOU...
Page 36 - GRAM; ARNING
F-3 DIAGRAMS F-3 Vantage 500 DEUTZ CONNECTION DIAGRAM: GND 75 76 77 GREEN K291 OR K404 75 INPUT CABLE 76 N.E. 77 K775 OPTIONAL REMO TE CONTR OL D AMA GED . THE ENGINE GO VERNOR SETTING IS PRE-SET A T THE F A CT OR Y - DO NO T ADJUST ABO VE RPM SPECIFICA TIONS LISTED IN 81 42 41 31 31 32 32 2 2 4 4 2...
Page 37 - CONNECTION DIAGRAM
F-4 DIAGRAMS F-4 Vantage 500 DEUTZ CONNECTION DIAGRAM
Page 42 - WA; MATCH THE POLARITY OF THE ELECTRODE CABLE.
Vantage 500 DEUTZ F-9 DIAGRAMS F-9 CONNECTION DIAGRAM o r s e rvice t his e q u ip m e n t. O n ly qualified pe rs onne l s hou ld ins tall, u s e Keep aw ay from m o vi ng pa rt s . Keep gua rd s in p lac e. MO VING PART S ca n injure WA R N IN G Do not t ouch e lectricall y liv e pa rt s . be fo r...
Page 47 - DIMENSION PRINT
Vantage 500 DEUTZ F-14 DIAGRAMS F-14 DIMENSION PRINT TR AI LE R M OUNT IN G HO LE L OCAT IONS. * M 18962 -1 A 28.9 9 1.26 19.6 3 6.53 24.9 7 6.55 23.6 9 50.3 8 54.4 4 14.6 3 37.3 0 45.3 8 63.1 0 6.56 42.0 0 48.6 4 23.3 8 31.1 3 32.0 8 49.0 5 31.5 0 45.6 7 10.2 2 * * * * BO TT OM VI EW OF W EL DER BA...
Page 48 - NOTES
Page 50 - AVISO DE; ATTENTION
Vantage 500 DEUTZ WARNING AVISO DE PRECAUCION ATTENTION WARNUNG ATENÇÃO Spanish French German Portuguese Japanese Chinese Korean Arabic LEIA E COMPREENDA AS INSTRUÇÕES DO FABRICANTE PARA ESTE EQUIPAMENTO E AS PARTES DE USO, E SIGA AS PRÁTICAS DE SEGURANÇA DO EMPREGADOR. ● Keep your head out of fumes...
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