Lincoln Electric VINTAGE 400 (CE) IM889-A, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...G THIS MANUAL AND THE SAFE TY PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED THROUGHOUT And most importantly think before you act and be careful For use with machines having Code Numbers Equipped with VRD VOLTAGE REDUCTION DE...

Page 2: ...WEARERS SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR DOCTOR BEFORE OPERATING Read and understand the following safety highlights For additional safety information it is strongly recommended that you purchase a copy of...

Page 3: ...ooling 3 h Never simultaneously touch electrically hot parts of electrode holders connected to two welders because voltage between the two can be the total of the open circuit voltage of both welders...

Page 4: ...adjacent areas Avoid welding near hydraulic lines Have a fire extinguisher readily available 6 b Where compressed gases are to be used at the job site special precautions should be used to prevent ha...

Page 5: ...appropri s et non inflammables 4 Des gouttes de laitier en fusion sont mises de l arc de soudage Se prot ger avec des v tements de protection libres de l huile tels que les gants en cuir chemise paiss...

Page 6: ...ion with the technical assistance of the manufacturer In some cases this remedial action may be as simple as earthing grounding the welding circuit see Note In other cases it could involve constructio...

Page 7: ...ng Cables The welding cables should be kept as short as possible and should be positioned close together running at or close to floor level Equipotential Bonding Bonding of all metallic components in...

Page 8: ...pecially important when identifying the correct replacement parts On Line Product Registration Register your machine with Lincoln Electric either via fax or over the Internet For faxing Complete the f...

Page 9: ...A 7 A 8 ________________________________________________________________________________ Operation Section B Safety Precautions B 1 General Description B 1 For Auxiliary Power B 1 Engine Operation B 1...

Page 10: ...g Optional Spark Arrestor D 5 Welder Generator Maintenance D 6 Storage D 6 Cleaning D 6 Brush Removal and Replacement D 6 ________________________________________________________________________ Troub...

Page 11: ...low Filter Codes 11463 11464 EPA Tier IV Interim system Electric shutoff solenoid Indirect fuel injector Compliant AIR CLEANER ENGINE IDLER MUFFLER ENGINE PROTECTION Low noise Muffler Shutdown on low...

Page 12: ...gnetic Other Circuit Breakers 400V 3 Ph x 1 230V 1 Ph x 1 115V x 1 5 14 Pin Connector 6 Pin Connector 4 pole 25Amp 30mA trip current 3 Phase 25 Amp x 1 1 phase 15 Amp x 1 for 230V 30 Amp x 2 for 115V...

Page 13: ...es such as heat generated damage burns and fires The machine is shipped with the VRD switch in the Off position To turn it On or Off Turn the engine Off Disconnect the negative battery cable Lower the...

Page 14: ...ment and likely additional attachments 2 Proper support of and attachment to the base of the welding equipment so there will be no undue stress to the framework 3 Proper placement of the equipment on...

Page 15: ...GE 400 CE A 5 MUFFLER OUTLET PIPE Using the clamp provided secure the outlet pipe to the outlet tube with the pipe positioned such that it will direct the exhaust in the desired direction Tighten usin...

Page 16: ...ing stud marked with the symbol is provided on the front of the welder WELDING TERMINALS The VANTAGE 400 CE is equipped with a toggle switch for selecting hot welding terminal when in the WELD TERMINA...

Page 17: ...ocess started When welding is stopped the engine will revert to low idle speed after approximately 12 seconds unless welding is resumed A 7 INSTALLATION VANTAGE 400 CE A 7 AUXILIARY POWER The auxiliar...

Page 18: ...ing clip at the end of the lead This is a control lead to supply current to the wire feeder motor it does not carry welding current 4 Set the MODE switch to the CV WIRE position 5 Set the WELD TERMINA...

Page 19: ...IDLER control switch to the desired operating mode Full power is available regardless of the welding control settings providing no welding current is being drawn ENGINE OPERATION Before Starting the E...

Page 20: ...is connected to the 14 Pin Connector the auto sensing circuit automatically makes OUTPUT CONTROL inactive and the wire feeder voltage control active Otherwise the OUTPUT CONTROL is used to preset the...

Page 21: ...e WELD TERMINALS ON position the output is electrically hot all the time In the REMOTELY CONTROLLED position the output is controlled by a wire feeder or amptrol device and is electrically off until a...

Page 22: ...gauge gives accurate and reliable indication as to how much fuel is in the fuel tank 17 ENGINE HOUR METER Displays the total time that the engine has been running This meter is useful for scheduling p...

Page 23: ...lve is located on the fuel pre filter CAUTION The ARC CONTROL dial sets the short circuit current arc force during stick welding to adjust for a soft or crisp arc Increasing the number from 10 soft to...

Page 24: ...With the VRD switch in the ON position there is no output in the DOWNHILL PIPE mode For indicator light operation see table B 1 TIG WELDING The TOUCH START TIG setting of the MODE switch is for DC TIG...

Page 25: ...e in operation with the VRD On or Off for this mode For indicator light oper ation see table B 1 WIRE WELDING CV Connect a wire feeder to the VANTAGE 400 CE according to the instructions in INSTALLATI...

Page 26: ...ade options that can be installed in less then five minutes aid in the serviceability KP1697 5 64 Drive Roll Kit Includes 2 polished U groove drive rolls outer wire guide and inner wire guide for soli...

Page 27: ...All nuts and bolts for tightness Electrical systems Valve clearances Tighten cylinder head Renew the engine breather Air filter element Air filter earlier check may be required Alternator drive belt A...

Page 28: ...he oil container to be sure it includes the letters indicated Note An S grade oil must not be used in a diesel engine or damage may result It IS permissible to use an oil that meets S and C grade serv...

Page 29: ...tself and distribute the sealing pressure evenly To complete a tight seal apply pressure by hand at the outer rim of the filter not the flexible center Avoid pushing on the center of the urethane end...

Page 30: ...signs of deterioration are found TIGHTENING THE FAN BELT If the fan belt is loose the engine can overheat and the battery lose its charge Check tightness by press ing on the belt midway between the p...

Page 31: ...o the machine can result if operated at speeds above maximum CLEANING THE BATTERY Keep the battery clean by wiping it with a damp cloth when dirty If the terminals appear corroded discon nect the batt...

Page 32: ...rings to wear and darken slightly Inspect the brushes when a generator over haul is necessary Do not attempt to polish slip rings while the engine is running WARNING Service and Repair should only be...

Page 33: ...LE CAUSE lists the obvious external possibilities that may contribute to the machine symptom Step 3 RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION This column provides a course of action for the Possible Cause generall...

Page 34: ...ertical position of handle 2 Fuel Filters dirty clogged Check and replace main filter element and or Inline Fuel Filter 3 Out of fuel Fill tank and bleed fuel system 4 High coolant temperature or low...

Page 35: ...sides of base and exhaust end case back 1 Dirty fuel or air filters Inspect and clean replace filters as needed Inspect and clean replace filters as needed 2 Water in fuel If water found in tank Empty...

Page 36: ...broken spring 2 Faulty PC board Control or Idler 1 Fuel filter clogged Replace 2 Air filter clogged clean or replace 3 High idle setting incorrect check and adjust if required 4 Valves out of adjustme...

Page 37: ...minals On position when welding without control cable 3 Faulty PC board or welder alterna tor 1 Poor remote control cable connec tion to 6 pin or 14 pin connector Check connections 2 Faulty remote cab...

Page 38: ...re the electrode wire gas voltage current etc is correct for the process being used 3 Check for loose or faulty connec tions at the weld output terminals and welding cable connections 4 The welding ca...

Page 39: ...F 1 DIAGRAMS F 1 VANTAGE 400 CE...

Page 40: ...F 2 DIAGRAMS F 2 VANTAGE 400 CE...

Page 41: ...F 3 DIAGRAMS F 3 VANTAGE 400 CE...

Page 42: ...F 4 DIAGRAMS F 4 VANTAGE 400 CE...

Page 43: ...ot be accurate for all machines covered by this manual The specific diagram for a particular code is included with the machine If the diagram is illegible write to the Service Department for a replace...

Page 44: ...t be accurate for all machines covered by this manual The specific diagram for a particular code is included with the machine If the diagram is illegible write to the Service Department for a replacem...

Page 45: ...8 55 50 1409 7 2 25 57 2 5 75 146 0 35 94 913 0 24 00 609 6 39 81 20 60 523 3 28 95 735 3 36 06 915 9 28 13 714 5 60 00 1524 0 16 25 412 8 N A N A CENTER OF GRAVITY WITH OIL IN ENGINE COOLANT IN RADIA...

Page 46: ...NOTES VANTAGE 400 CE...

Page 47: ...electrically live parts or electrode with skin or wet clothing Insulate yourself from work and ground No toque las partes o los electrodos bajo carga con la piel o ropa moja da Aislese del trabajo y...

Page 48: ...e Be und Entl ftung des Arbeitsplatzes Mantenha seu rosto da fuma a Use ventila o e exhaust o para remover fumo da zona respirat ria Turn power off before servicing Desconectar el cable de ali mentaci...

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