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OPERATION
B-1
ENGINE OPERATION
Operate the welder with the doors closed. Leaving the
doors open changes the designed air flow and can
cause overheating.
STARTING THE PIPELINER® 200D KUBOTA V2403M
DIESEL ENGINE
1. Turn the “IDLER” switch to “HIGH”.
2. Turn the “IGNITION” switch to “ON”.
3. Press the Glow Plug button for 20 to 30 seconds.
(maximum 60 seconds).
4. Press the Glow Plug button and the Start button at the
same time. When the engine starts running, release
both buttons. If the engine fails to start in 20 seconds,
wait 30 seconds and repeat the above procedure.
5. Observe the oil pressure. If no pressure shows within
30 seconds, stop the engine and consult the engine
operating manual. To stop the engine, turn the “IGNI-
TION” switch to “OFF”.
6. If the engine protection warning light comes on during
cranking or after start up, the “IGNITION” switch must
be turned “OFF” to reset the engine protection system.
7. Allow the engine to run at high idle speed for several
minutes to warm the engine. Stop the engine and
recheck the oil level, after allowing sufficient time for
the oil to drain into the pan. If the level is down, fill it to
the full mark again. The engine controls were properly
set at the factory and should require no adjusting when
received.
PIPELINER® 200D KUBOTA
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.
WARNING
COLD WEATHER STARTING:
With a fully charged battery and the proper weight oil,
the engine should start satisfactorily even down to
about -5°F (-20°C), it maybe desirable to install cold-
starting aides.
Note: Extreme cold weather staring may require
longer glow plug operation.
Under NO
conditions should ether or other
starting fluids be used!
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HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION:
At higher altitudes, output derating may be necessary.
For maximum rating, derate the welder 4% for every
300 meters (984 ft.) above 1500 meters (4920 ft.).
Contact a Kubota Service Representative for any
engine adjustments that may be required.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Turn the “IGNITION” switch to “OFF”
At the end of each day’s welding, check the crankcase
oil level, drain accumulated dirt and water from the
water separator and refill the fuel tank to minimize
moisture condensation in the tank. Also, running out
of fuel tends to draw dirt into the fuel system.
When hauling the welder between job sites, close the
valve on the water separator.
If the fuel supply is cut off or runs out while the fuel
pump is operating, air may be entrapped in the fuel
distribution system. If this happens, bleeding of the
fuel system may be necessary. Use qualified person-
nel to do this per the instructions in the MAINTE-
NANCE section of this manual.
ENGINE BREAK-IN
Lincoln Electric selects high quality, heavy-duty indus-
trial engines for the portable welding machines we
offer. While it is normal to see a small amount of
crankcase oil consumption during initial operation,
excessive oil use, wetstacking (oil or tar like sub-
stance at the exhaust port), or excessive smoke is not
normal.
WARNING