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PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE
READ the engine operating and maintenance instructions
supplied 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 before starting
engine.
• Do not overfill tank, fuel
expansion may cause overflow.
DIESEL FUEL ONLY
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OIL
The Vantage is shipped with the engine crankcase filled with high
quality SAE 10W-30 oil (API class CD or better). Check the oil
level before starting the engine. If it is not up to the full mark on
the dip stick, add oil as required. Check the oil level every four
hours of running time during the first 35 running hours. Refer to
the engine Operator’s Manual for specific oil recommendations
and break-in information. The oil change interval is dependent on
the quality of the oil and the operating environment. Refer to the
engine Operator’s Manual for the proper service and
maintenance intervals.
FUEL USE DIESEL FUEL ONLY
Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh diesel fuel. The capacity of the
fuel tank is approx 95 liters. See engine Operator’s Manual for
specific fuel recommendations. Running out of fuel may
require bleeding the fuel injection pump. NOTE: Before
starting the engine, open the fuel shutoff valve (pointer to be in
line with hose).
FUEL CAP
Remove the plastic cap covering from the Fuel Tank Filler neck
and install the Fuel Cap.
ENGINE BREAK-IN
Lincoln Electric selects high quality, heavy-duty industrial
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 substance at the exhaust port),
or excessive smoke is not normal.
Larger machines with a capacity of 350 amperes and
higher, which are operated at low or no-load conditions for
extended periods of time are especially susceptible to the
conditions described above. To accomplish successful
engine break-in, most diesel-powered equipment needs
only to be run at a reasonably heavy load within the rating
of the welder for some period of time during the engine’s
early life. However, if the welder is subjected to extensive
light loading, occasional moderate to heavy loading of the
engine may sometimes be necessary. Caution must be
observed in correctly loading a diesel/generator unit.
1. Connect the welder output studs to a suitable
resistive load bank. Note that any attempt to
short the output studs by connecting the
welding leads together, direct shorting of the
output studs, or connecting the output leads
to a length of steel will result in catastrophic
damage to the generator and voids the
warranty.
2. Set the welder controls for an output current
and voltage within the welder rating and duty
cycle. Note that any attempt to exceed the
welder rating or duty cycle for any period of
time will result in catastrophic damage to the
generator and voids the warranty.
3. Periodically shut off the engine and check the
crankcase oil level.
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
The Deutz engine is air cooled by a belt driven axial blower. The
oil cooler and engine cooling fins should be blown out with
compressed air or steam to maintain proper cooling (See the
engine Owners Manual for procedures and frequency).
BATTERY CONNECTION
GASES FROM BATTERY can explode.
• Keep sparks, flame and cigarettes away from
battery.
To prevent EXPLOSION when:
• INSTALLING A NEW BATTERY — disconnect
negative cable from old battery first and
connect to new battery last.
• CONNECTING A BATTERY CHARGER — remove battery
from welder by disconnecting negative cable first, then
positive cable and battery clamp. When reinstalling,
connect negative cable last. Keep well ventilated.
• USING A BOOSTER — connect positive lead to battery first
then connect negative lead to negative battery lead at
engine foot.
BATTERY ACID can burn eyes and skin.
• Wear gloves and eye protection and be careful
when working near battery.
• Follow instructions printed on battery.
IMPORTANT
: To prevent ELECTRICAL DAMAGE WHEN:
a) Installing new batteries.
b) Using a booster.
Use correct polarity
— Negative Ground.
A-4 INSTALLATION A-4
Vantage 500 DEUTZ
WARNING
WARNING
DIESEL FUEL
can cause fire.