Lincoln Electric RANGER 305G EFI 12157 User Manual

Operator’s Manual
RANGER
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305G EFI
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Lincoln Electric RANGER 305G EFI 12157 Specifications

General

Model	RANGER 305G EFI
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Start Type	Electric Start
Type	Engine Driven Welder
Engine	Kohler Command Pro EFI
Rated Output	300 Amps at 32 Volts
Rated Output Voltage	32V
Rated Output Duty Cycle	100%
Open Circuit Voltage	80 Volts
Welding Processes	Stick, TIG, MIG
DC Auxiliary Power	12 V

Summary

Installation

Specifications and Components

Details on engine, welder, generator specs, receptacles, and circuit breakers.

Safety and Operational Guidelines

Warnings for operation, lifting, altitude, temperature, towing, and vehicle mounting.

Engine and Battery Preparation

Premises Wiring and Wire Feeder Connections

Operation

Safety, Overview, and Engine Preparation

Safety guidelines, machine overview, engine start prep, and fueling.

Welding Controls and Modes

Explanation of output control, digital meters, and weld mode selection.

Welding Processes and Auxiliary Power

Maintenance

Safety and Engine Maintenance Schedule

Safety precautions and a schedule for Kohler engine maintenance.

Engine Fluid, Filter, and Air Cleaner Service

Spark Plug, Fuel Filter, and Battery Service

Troubleshooting

Guide Usage and Problem Identification

Instructions on using the guide and identifying problems.

Engine, Battery, and System Performance Issues

Welding Arc Quality Issues

Diagrams

Control Cable Adapters and Wiring Diagram