Battery Connection; Muffler Outlet Pipe; Spark Arrester - Lincoln Electric VANTAGE 400 CE Manual De Instrucciones

when the welder is not used for extended periods of
time.
TYPICAL FUEL CONSUMPTION
Low Idle – No Load: 1200rpm
High Idle – No Load
DC Weld Output: 350A / 34V
DC Weld Output: 450A / 38V
13200 Watts / 3ph
14500 Watts / 3ph
This data is for reference only. Fuel consumption is
approximate and can be influenced.
Engine Cooling System
Air to cool the engine is drawn in the side and exhausted
through radiator & case back. It is important that the
intake and exhaust air is not restricted. Allow a
minimum clearance of 0.5m from the case back and
from either side of the base to a vertical surface.

Battery Connection

The VANTAGE are shipped with the negative battery
cable disconnected. Make certain that the RUN-STOP
switch is in the STOP position. Remove the two screws
from the battery tray. Attach the negative battery cable
to the negative battery terminal.
Note: This machine is furnished with a wet charged
battery; if unused for several months, the battery may
require a booster charge.

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.

Spark Arrester

Some local laws may require that gasoline or diesel
engines be equipped with exhaust spark arresters to
avoid fire hazard. The standard muffler included with
this welder does not qualify as a spark arrester. When
required by local regulations, a suitable spark arrester,
such as the K903-1 must be installed.
Controls and Operational Features
Welding Controls
VANTAGE
400 CE 500 CE
Liters / hr Liters / hr
1,10 1.16
1,63 1.78
4,81 -
- 6.87
5,11 -
- 5.11
A-3
1. Output Control: Pre-set the output voltage or
current as displayed on the digital meters for the five
welding modes.
2. Digital Output: Allow the output voltage (CV-WIRE
mode) or current (CC-STICK, DOWNHILL PIPE,
ARC GOUGING and TIG modes) to be set prior to
welding. During welding, the meter display the
actual output voltage (VOLTS) and current (AMPS)
and holds the display of both meters on for seven
seconds after welding is stopped. The accuracy of
the meters is +/- 3%.
3. Weld Mode Selector Switch:
•
CONSTANT CURRENT (CC-STICK)
WELDING is designed for horizontal and
vertical-up welding with all types of electrodes,
especially low hydrogen.
•
DOWNHILL PIPE Welding is intended for "out-
of position" and "down hill" pipe welding where
the operator would like to control the current
level by changing the arc length.
•
TIG WELDING DC (Tungsten Inert Gas) with
"Lift Tig" striking mode.
•
WIRE WELDING-CV for flux cored wire
(Innershield and Outershield) electrodes and
solid wires for MIG welding (gas metal arc
welding). Connect a wire feeder to the
VANTAGE according to the instructions.
•
ARC GOUGING
4. Arc Control: Sets the short circuit current (arc-force)
during stick welding to adjust for a soft or crisp arc.
It is active in the CV-WIRE, CC-STICK and
DOWNHILL PIPE modes:
• In CC-STICK mode: It prevents sticking of the
electrode to the plate while welding.
•
In DOWNHILL PIPE mode: It increases the
short circuit current which results in a more
forceful digging arc. Typically a forceful digging
arc is preferred for root and hot passes.
•
In CV-WIRE mode: It acts as an
inductance/pinch control.
This control is not active in the TIG and ARC
GOUGING mode.
5. Weld Output Terminals With Flange Nut: Provides
a connection point for the electrode and work
cables.
6. Ground Stud: Because this engine driven welder
creates its own power, it is not necessary to connect
its frame to an earth ground, unless the machine is
connected to premises wiring (home, shop, etc.).
7. 14-pin Connector: The 14-pin connector is used to
directly connect a wire feeder control cable. In the
CV-WIRE mode, when the control cable is
connected to the 14-pin connector, the auto-sensing
circuit automatically makes the Output Control
inactive and the wire feeder voltage control active.
Includes 42V power.
8. 6-pin Connector: The 6-pin connector is for
connecting the K10095-1-15M Remote Control or
for TIG welding, the K870 foot Amptrol.
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When in the CC-STICK, DOWNHILL PIPE,
ARC GOUGING or CV-WIRE modes and when