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LIFTING
The Commander lift bale should be used to lift the
machine. The Commander is shipped with the lift bale
retracted. Before attempting to lift the Commander,
secure the lift bale in a raised position. Secure the lift
bale as follows:
a. Open the engine compartment door.
b. Locate the two access holes on the upper mid-
dle region of the compartment wall just below
the lift bale.
c. Use the lifting strap to raise the lift bale to the
full upright position. This will align the mount-
ing holes on the lift bale with the access holes.
d. Secure the lift bale with 2 thread forming
screws. The screws are provided in the loose
parts bag shipped with the machine.
FALLING EQUIPMENT can cause
injury.
• Do not lift this machine using lift bale if it
is equipped with a heavy accessory such
as a trailer or gas cylinder.
• Lift only with equipment of adequate lift-
ing capacity.
• Be sure machine is stable when lifting.
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
At higher altitudes, output derating may be necessary.
For maximum rating, derate the welder output 5% for
every 300 meters (984 ft.) above 1500 meters (4920
ft.). For output of 500A and below, derate the welder
output 5% for every 300 meters (984 ft.) above 2100
meters (6888 ft.)
Contact a Deutz Service Representative for any engine
adjustments that may be required.
HIGH TEMPERATURE OPERATION
At temperatures above 30°C (86°F), output voltage
derating is necessary. For maximum output current rat-
ings, derate the welder voltage rating two volts for
every 10°C (21°F) above 30°C (86°F).
TOWING
The recommended trailer for use with this equipment
for road, in-plant and yard towing by a vehicle
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is
Lincoln’s K953-1. If the user adapts a non-Lincoln trail-
er, he must assume responsibility that the method of
attachment and usage does not result in a safety haz-
ard nor damage the welding equipment. Some of the
factors to be considered are as follows:
1. Design capacity of the trailer vs. weight of the
Lincoln equipment and likely additional attach-
ments.
2. Proper support of, and attachment to, the base of
the welding equipment so that there will be no
undue stress to the trailer’s framework.
3. Proper placement of the equipment on the trailer to
insure stability side to side and front to back when
being moved and when standing by itself.
4. Typical conditions of use, such as travel speed,
roughness of surface on which the trailer will be
operated, and environmental conditions.
5. Proper preventative maintenance of the trailer.
6. Conformance with federal, state and local laws.
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Consult applicable federal, state and local laws
regarding specific requirements for use on public high-
ways.
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INSTALLATION
COMMANDER 500
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