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....
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ARC RAYS can burn. 4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect your eyes from sparks andthe rays of the arc when welding or observingopen arc welding. Headshield and filter lensshould conform to ANSI Z87. I standards. 4.b. Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resist...
Page 4 - iii; Refer to
FOR ELECTRICALLYpowered equipment. 8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnect switch at the fuse box before working onthe equipment. 8.b. Install equipment in accordance with the U.S. National Electrical Code, all local codes and the manufacturer’srecommendations. 8.c. Ground the equipment in ac...
Page 5 - iv; PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ
iv SAFETY iv PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instruc-tions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissentd a n s c e m a n u e l a u s s i b i e n q u e l e s p r é c a u t i o n s d e s û r e t égénérales suivantes: Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Ar...
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-1, A...
Page 9 - INSTALLATION; INPUT - DIESEL ENGINE; PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
VANTAGE® 300 (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. * Engine warranty may vary outside of the USA. (See Engine warranty for details). ** ...
Page 10 - MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
A-2 INSTALLATION VANTAGE® 300 A-2 RECEPTACLES AUXILIARY POWER CIRCUIT bREAKER OTHER CIRCUIT bREAKERS (2) 120VAC Duplex (5-20R) Two 20AMP for Two Duplex Receptacle 10AMP for Engine Battery GFCI Protected Charging Circuit (1) 120/240VAC Dual Voltage (1) 50Amp for Dual Voltage and 3-Phase (3-pole) 10AM...
Page 11 - LOCATION AND VENTILATION; SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; 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 VANTAGE® 300 A-3 LOCATION AND VENTILATION The welder should be located to provide an unrestrict-ed flow of clean, cool air to the cooling air inlets and toavoid restricting the cooling air outlets. Also, locatethe welder so that the engine exhaust fumes are prop-erly vented to an ou...
Page 12 - VEHICLE MOUNTING; TOWING
A-4 INSTALLATION VANTAGE® 300 A-4 VEHICLE MOUNTING I m p r o p e r l y m o u n t e d c o n c e n t r a t e d l o a d s m a ycause unstable vehicle handling and tires or othercomponents to fail. • Only transport this Equipment on serviceable vehicles which are rated and designed for suchloads. • Dist...
Page 14 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS; MACHINE GROUNDING; • be grounded to the frame of the welder using a; WELDING TERMINALS
A-6 INSTALLATION VANTAGE® 300 A-6 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MACHINE GROUNDING Because this portable engine driven welder creates itsown power, it is not necessary to connect its frame toan earth ground, unless the machine is connected topremises wiring (home, shop, etc.) To prevent dangerous electric s...
Page 15 - AUXILIARY POWER RECEPTACLES; WELDING OUTPUT CAbLES; CAbLE INSTALLATION; • Loose connections will cause the output termi-; TOTAL COMbINED LENGTH OF; Cable Length; CAUTION
AUXILIARY POWER RECEPTACLES Start the engine and set the “IDLER” control switch to the“High Idle” mode. Voltage is now correct at the recepta-cles for auxiliary power. This must be done before atripped GFCI module can be reset properly. See theMAINTENANCE section for more detailed information ontest...
Page 16 - STANDbY POWER CONNECTIONS
NOTE: The 240 V receptacle has two 120 V circuits, but are of opposite polarities and cannot be paralleled. All auxiliary power is protected by circuit breakers. The120V has 20 Amp circuit breakers for each duplexreceptacle. The 120/240V Single Phase and the 240VThree-Phases have a 50 Amp 3-pole Cir...
Page 17 - CONNECTION OF VANTAGE® 300 TO PREMISES WIRING
A-9 INSTALLATION VANTAGE® 300 A-9 CONNECTION OF VANTAGE® 300 TO PREMISES WIRING WARNING • Only a licensed, certified, trained electrician should install the machine to a premises or residential electrical system. be certain that: • The installation complies with the National Electrical Code and all ...
Page 18 - Connection of LN-7 or LN-8 to the VANTAGE® 300
A-10 INSTALLATION VANTAGE® 300 A-10 CONNECTION OF LINCOLN ELECTRICWIRE FEEDERS Connection of LN-7 or LN-8 to the VANTAGE® 300 1. Shut the welder off. 2. Connect the LN-7 or LN-8 per instructions on the appropriate connection diagram in Section F. 3. Set the "WIRE FEEDER VOLTMETER" switch to ...
Page 19 - • Shut the welder off.; NOTE
A-11 INSTALLATION VANTAGE® 300 A-11 Spool Gun (K487-25) and Cobramatic to VAN-TAGE® 300 • Shut the welder off. • Connect per instructions on the appropriate connec- tion diagram in Section F. Connection of the LN-25 to the VANTAGE® 300Shut off welder before making any electrical con-nections. ------...
Page 20 - OPERATION; GENERAL DESCRIPTION; ENGINE OPERATION; DIESEL FUEL
b-1 OPERATION VANTAGE® 300 b-1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not attempt to use this equipment until youhave thoroughly read the engine manufacturer’smanual supplied with your welder. It includesi m po r ta n t s a fe ty p r e c a u tio n s , d e ta i l e d e ng i n estarting, operating and maintenance inst...
Page 21 - WELDING CONTROLS
b-2 OPERATION b-2 VANTAGE® 300 1 9 11 20 7 4 10 5 8 12 13 15 19 6 21 23 14 18 17 16 22 2 3 FIGURE b.1 WELDING CONTROLS (Figure b.1) 1. OUTPUT CONTROL- The OUTPUT dial is used to preset the output voltage or current as displayed on thedigital meters for the five welding modes. When in theCC-STICK, AR...
Page 22 - WELD OUTPUT TERMINALS WITH FLANGE
b-3 OPERATION b-3 VANTAGE® 300 4. ARC CONTROL - The ARC CONTROL dial is active in the CV-WIRE, CC-STICK and DOWNHILL PIPE modes,and has different functions in these modes. This control isnot active in the TIG mode. CC-STICK mode: In this mode, the ARC CONTROL dial sets the short circuit current (arc...
Page 23 - GLOW PLUG PUSH bUTTON
b-4 OPERATION b-4 VANTAGE® 300 • Do not allow the starter motor to run continuously for more than 20 seconds. • Do not push the START button while the engine is run- ning because this can damage the ring gear and/or thestarter motor. • IF the Engine Protection or battery Charging Lights do “not” tur...
Page 24 - TYPICAL VANTAGE® 300 FUEL CONSUMPTION; STOPPING THE ENGINE; STOP; WELDER OPERATION; DUTY CYCLE; A. For New Electrodes
b-5 OPERATION b-5 VANTAGE® 300 TYPICAL VANTAGE® 300 FUEL CONSUMPTION Deutz D2008 L4 Gal./Hr (Liters/Hr) --------- .34 (1.30) --------- .46 (1.75) ----------- .64 (2.41) ----------- .86 (3.24)------------- 1.22 (4.62)1.10 (4.15) .89 (3.36).73 (2.75).58 (2.18) Running Time for 20 gallons - (Hours) ---...
Page 25 - TIG WELDING; DOWNHILL PIPE Welding
b-6 OPERATION b-6 VANTAGE® 300 NOTE: With the VRD switch in the “ON” position there is no output in the DOWNHILL PIPE mode. For indicatorlight operation, see table B.1. TIG WELDING The TOUCH START TIG setting of the MODE switch is forDC TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding. To initiate a weld,the OUTPUT...
Page 26 - Simultaneous Welding and Auxiliary Power Loads; PLUS; ARC GOUGING
VANTAGE® 300 b-7 OPERATION b-7 AUXILIARY POWER: Start the engine and set the IDLER control switch tothe desired operating mode. Full power is availableregardless of the welding control settings providing nowelding current is being drawn. Simultaneous Welding and Auxiliary Power Loads The auxiliary p...
Page 27 - ACCESSORIES; FIELD INSTALLED OPTIONS / ACCESSORIES; K2641-2 FOUR WHEELED STEERAbLE YARD TRAILER; WIRE FEEDER OPTIONS; K488 SG Control Module (For Magnum Spool Gun); TIG OPTIONS; KP509 Magnum Parts Kit for PTA-26V TIG Torch; PLASMA CUTTING
C-1 ACCESSORIES C-1 FIELD INSTALLED OPTIONS / ACCESSORIES K2641-2 FOUR WHEELED STEERAbLE YARD TRAILER For in plant and yard towing. Comes standard with a Duo-Hitch™, a2” Ball and Lunette Eye combination Hitch. K2636-1 TRAILER - Two-wheeled trailer with optional fender and light package. For highway ...
Page 28 - MAINTENANCE
• Close the drain valve by pushing in and twisting clockwise. Replace the cap. • Re-fill the crankcase to the upper limit mark on the dipstick with the recommended oil (see engine oper-ation manual OR engine service items decal ORbelow). Replace and tighten the oil filler cap secure-ly. • Push oil d...
Page 29 - OIL FILTER CHANGE; • Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents; AIR CLEANER
D-2 MAINTENANCE D-2 VANTAGE® 300 OIL FILTER CHANGE • Drain the oil. • Remove the oil filter with an oil filter wrench and drain the oil into a suitable container. Discard theused filter. Note: Care should be taken during filterremoval to not disrupt or damage in any way the fuellines. • Clean the fi...
Page 30 - Clean Both Surfaces of the Outlet Tube; Caution; S e r v i c e I n s t r u c t i o n s; S i n g l e - a n d Tw o - S t a g e E n g i n e A i r C l e a n e r s
D-3 MAINTENANCE D-3 VANTAGE® 300 Unfasten or unlatch the service cover. Because the filter fits tightly over the outlet tube to create the critical seal, there will be some initial resistance, similar to breaking the seal on a jar. Gently move the end of the filter back and forth to break the seal t...
Page 31 - COOLING SYSTEM; HOT COOLANT; • Do not remove cap if radiator is; TIGHTENING THE FAN bELT; See Deutz engine manual.; FUEL; bLEEDING THE FUEL SYSTEM; bleed the fuel system as follows:
D-4 MAINTENANCE D-4 COOLING SYSTEM HOT COOLANT can burn skin. • Do not remove cap if radiator is hot. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Check the coolant level by observing the level in theradiator and recovery bottle. Add 50/50 antifreeze /water solution if th...
Page 32 - ENGINE ADJUSTMENT; GASES FROM bATTERY can explode.; • ALLOW ENGINE TO COOL bEFORE INSTALLING
D-5 MAINTENANCE D-5 FUEL FILTER 1. Check the fuel filter and fuel pre-filter for water accumulation or sediment. 2. Replace the fuel filter if it is found with excessive water accumulation or sediment. Empty fuel pre-fil-ter. ENGINE ADJUSTMENT Adjustments to the engine are to be made only by aLincol...
Page 33 - bRUSH REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT:; • Service and Repair should only be performed by
D-6 MAINTENANCE D-6 VANTAGE® 300 WELDER / GENERATORMAINTENANCE STORAGE: Store 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: It’s nor- mal for t...
Page 34 - TROUbLESHOOTING; Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility; HOW TO USE TROUbLESHOOTING GUIDE
E-1 TROUbLESHOOTING E-1 VANTAGE® 300 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 G...
Page 35 - PRObLEMS; C o n t a c t y o u r l o c a l L i n c o l n
E-2 TROUbLESHOOTING E-2 VANTAGE® 300 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 36 - Contact
E-3 TROUbLESHOOTING E-3 VANTAGE® 300 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 40 - DIAGRAMS
Page 50 - DIMENSION PRINT
F-11 DIMENSION PRINT F-11 VANTAGE® 300 L 1 2 5 7 3 -1 C 2 5 .8 2 6 5 5 .8 2 7 .0 0 6 8 5 .8 5 5 .5 0 1 4 0 9 .7 2 .2 5 5 7 .2 5 .7 5 1 4 6 .0 3 5 .9 4 9 1 3 2 4 .0 0 6 0 9 .6 3 9 .4 1 1 0 0 1 2 0 .6 0 5 2 3 .32 8 .9 5 7 3 5 .3 2 9 .6 0 7 5 1 .8 6 0 .0 0 1 5 2 4 .0 1 4 .3 0 3 6 3 .2 N .A . N .A . C E...
Page 51 - NOTES