Lincoln Electric COMMANDER 300 IM700-D User Manual

Commander 300
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
IM700-D
July, 2004
Safety Depends on You
Lincoln arc welding and cutting
equipment is designed and built
with safety in mind. However, your
overall safety can be increased by
proper installation ... and thoughtful
operation on your part. DO NOT
INSTALL, OPERATE OR REPAIR
THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT
READING THIS MANUAL AND
THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CONTAINED THROUGHOUT. And,
most importantly, think before you
act and be careful.
For use with machines having Code Numbers:
10702; 10870; 10899; 10950; 11200 (Standard)
10703; 10871; 10900; 10951; 11201 (Deluxe)
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Lincoln Electric COMMANDER 300 IM700-D Specifications

General

Input Voltage	230/460 V
Output Current Range	30-300A
Frequency	60 Hz
Duty Cycle	60%
Processes	Stick, TIG, MIG, Flux-Cored
Generator Power	10, 000 W

Summary

Safety Precautions

Engine Operation Safety

Safety measures for operating engine-powered equipment, including fuel handling and moving parts.

Electric and Magnetic Field Safety

Electric Shock and Arc Hazards

Crucial safety measures to prevent electric shock and protect against arc rays.

Fumes, Gases, and Fire Safety

Precautions regarding hazardous fumes, gases, welding sparks, and fire prevention.

Cylinder Safety and Electrical Precautions

Installation Procedures

Installation Safety and Site Preparation

Safety precautions, location, ventilation, and storage guidelines for installation.

Pre-Operation Engine Service

Connecting Wire Feeders

Instructions for connecting various Lincoln wire feeders (LN-25, LN-7, LN-8, LN-15, LN-742) to the unit.

Operation Guide

Operation Safety and General Description

Essential safety rules and an overview of the Commander 300's general description.

Design Features and Welding Capability

Controls and Settings Overview

Detailed explanation of engine, welder, and auxiliary power controls and settings.

Welder Operation Procedures

Wire Feed, Paralleling, and Arc Gouging

Maintenance Procedures

Maintenance Safety and Routine Tasks

Safety precautions and routine maintenance tasks for the machine and engine.

Filter, Cooling System, and Belt Maintenance

Battery and General Welder Maintenance

Troubleshooting Guide

Using the Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting Engine Problems

Common engine issues, their possible causes, and recommended actions.

Troubleshooting Functional and Output Issues