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Lisa Perry
March 14, 2025
Why do I have low amps?
Lisa Perry
March 14, 2025
Why does it have low amps
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Mr. Anderson
March 14, 2025
The Lincoln Electric Ranger 10,000 may have low amps due to several possible issues:
1. Polarity Switch Contacts – Loose or faulty connections between the polarity switch and the rectifier can affect amperage output. 2. Bridge Rectifier – A faulty or damaged rectifier can cause low welding output. Testing all diodes in the rectifier is recommended. 3. Choke Grounding Issue – If the choke is shorted to the frame, it can impact the current flow. The choke should not be grounded to its frame. 4. Auxiliary Power Problems – If the auxiliary power is not functioning correctly, it could indicate an issue affecting the welding output. 5. Engine Idle Speed – The machine should be on high idle when welding to maintain proper amperage.
Checking these components and connections can help diagnose and fix the low amp issue.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SVM168-B April, 2010 RANGER 10,000 /10,000 PLUS ® For use with machine code numbers: Kohler 11041, 11151, 11394 Honda 11095, 11398 Robin/Subaru 11253. 11395 Safety Depends on You Lincoln arc welding and cutting equipment is designed and built with safety in mind.
Miami, Florida 33135 or CSA Standard W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” booklet E205 is available from the Lincoln Electric Company, 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199. BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SAFETY ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. 3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits ARC RAYS can burn. 4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover are electrically “hot” when the welder is on. plates to protect your eyes from sparks and Do not touch these “hot”...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SAFETY WELDING and CUTTING CYLINDER may explode SPARKS can cause fire or if damaged. 7.a. Use only compressed cylinders containing the correct shielding gas for the explosion. 6.a. Remove fire hazards from the welding area.If process used and properly operating this is not possible, cover them to prevent the welding sparks regulators designed for the gas and...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SAFETY zones où lʼon pique le laitier. PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ 6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions prévenir tout risque dʼincendie dû aux étincelles. et les précautions de sûreté...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com INSTALLATION When this welder is mounted on a truck or trailer, itʼs frame must be electrically bonded to the metal frame of SAFETY PRECAUTIONS the vehicle. Use a #8 or larger copper wire connected between the machine grounding stud and the frame of WARNING the vehicle.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com INSTALLATION 3. Proper placement of the equipment on the trailer to insure stability side to side and front to back when FUEL being moved and when standing by itself while Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline. being operated or serviced.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com INSTALLATION WELDING OUTPUT CABLES WARNING With the engine off, connect the electrode and work • Lift only with equipment of ade- cables to the studs provided. These connections quate lifting capacity. should be checked periodically and tightened if neces- sary.
RANGER® 10,000 machines cannot be stacked. unless an LN-25 with built-in contactor is used. If the output “CONTROL” is set below “3”, the LN-25 contactor may not pull in. CONNECTION OF LINCOLN ELECTRIC WIRE FEEDERS CONNECTION OF K930-2 TIG MODULE TO THE WARNING RANGER®...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com INSTALLATION AUXILIARY POWER The RANGER® 10,000 can provide up to 9,000 watts of 120/240 volts AC, single phase 60Hz power for con- tinuous use, and up to 10,000 watts of 120/240 volts AC, single phase 60Hz power peak use. The RANGER®...
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DO NOT USE THESE DEVICES WITH A RANGER® 10,000 The Lincoln Electric Company is not responsible for any damage to electrical components improperly connect- ed to the RANGER® 10,000 or RANGER® 10,000 PLUS. RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com INSTALLATION A-10 A-10 1. Install a double pole, double throw switch between the power company meter and the premises AUXILIARY POWER WHILE WELDING disconnect. Simultaneous welding and power loads are permitted by following Table I. The permissible currents shown Switch rating must be the same or greater than assume that current is being drawn from either the the customerʼs premises disconnect and service...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com INSTALLATION A-11 A-11 Figure A.1 CONNECTION OF RANGER® 10,000 OR RANGER® 10,000 PLUS TO PREMISES WIRING 240 VOLT GROUNDED CONDUCTOR POWER 240 Volt 120 VOLT 60 Hz. COMPANY 3-Wire 120 VOLT Service METER NEUTRAL LOAD DOUBLE POLE DOUBLE THROW...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Section B-1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section B-1 - OPERATION SECTION - Operation ........................Section B Safety Precautions ...........B-2 General Description .
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WELDER CONTROLS - FUNCTION AND OPERATION Do not attempt to use this equipment until you The engine switch is used to Start the Engine, Select have thoroughly read the engine manufacturer’s ENGINE SWITCH manual supplied with your welder.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com OPERATION “ RANGE” SWITCH The “Range” switch is used to select one of three amperage ranges with generous overlap for Stick/TIG welding, or one Wire Feed welding range. Process Range Setting Current Range STICK/TIG 90 Max.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com OPERATION STARTING/SHUTDOWN INSTRUCTIONS STOPPING THE ENGINE Remove all welding and auxiliary power loads and STARTING THE ENGINE allow engine to run at low idle speed for a few minutes to cool the engine. WARNING Stop the engine by placing the Engine switch in the •...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com OPERATION For any electrodes the procedures should be kept with- WELDING PROCESS SETTINGS FOR 1% THORIATED TUNGSTEN in the rating of the machine. For electrode information TUNGSTEN RANGE SWITCH APPROXIMATE see the appropriate Lincoln publication. DIAMETER (in.) SETTINGS CURRENT RANGE...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com OPERATION Summary of Welding Processes CONTROL ELECTRODE PROCESS CABLE IDLE WHEN NOT TO START USED MODE WELDING WELDING STICK AUTO Touch electrode to work. Welding starts immediately and engine goes to high idle. WIRE FEED, LN-25 WITH AUTO Cold...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Section C-1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section C-1 - ACCESSORIES SECTION - Accessories ......................Section C Optional Equipment ....................C-2 Recommended Equipment ..................C-3 Wirefeed......................C-3 Stick........................C-3 TIG ........................C-3 Plasma Cutting ....................C-3 RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ACCESSORIES K802-R Power Plug Kit- provides four 120V plugs (Field Installed) rated at 15 amps each and one dual voltage, Full KVA OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT plug rated at 120/240V, 50 amps. SMALL WELDERS - For road, off-road and in-plant K957-1 HEAVY DUTY, TWO WHEEL TRAILER FOR K802-N Power Plug Kit - Provides four 120V plugs and yard towing.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT PLASMA CUTTING: K1580-1- Pro-Cut 55 (Requires full KVA Adapter K1816-1). STICK K704 Accessory Kit - For Stick Welding. Includes 35 ft (10.7m). • 2/0 AWG electrode cable, 30 ft. (9.1m) •...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Section D-1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section D-1 - MAINTENANCE SECTION - Maintenance ......................Section D Safety Precautions ..........D-2 Routine Maintenance .
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION WARNING Make certain that the oil filler cap is securely tight- Have qualified personnel do the maintenance ened after checking or adding oil. If the cap is not work. Turn the engine off before working inside tight, oil consumption can increase significantly the machine.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com MAINTENANCE Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service classification SG or SH. AIR CLEANER AND OTHER MAINTENANCE Always check the API SERVICE label on the oil con- •...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com MAINTENANCE ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS WARNING GASES FROM BATTERY can explode. OVERSPEED IS HAZARDOUS • Keep sparks, flame and cigarettes away from battery. To prevent EXPLOSION when: WARNING • INSTALLING A NEW BATTERY - disconnect negative cable from old battery first and connect to new battery last.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com MAINTENANCE FIGURE D.1 - MAJOR COMPONENT LOCATION 1. CASEFRONT 2. OUTPUT RECTIFIER ASSEMBLY 3. BASE/UNDERCARRIAGE ASSEMBLY 4. ENGINE/ROTOR/STATOR ASSEMBLY 5. CASE TOP & SIDES RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Section E-1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section E-1 - THEORY OF OPERATION SECTION - Theory of Operation....................Section E Battery, Starter, Engine, Excitation, Rotor, Stator, and Idler Solenoid ..........E-2 Rotor Field Feedback and Auxiliary Power .
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com THEORY OF OPERATION FIGURE E.2 – BATTERY, STARTER, ENGINE, ROTOR, STATOR AND IDLER SOLENOID RANGE SWITCH ELECTRODE TERMINAL POLARITY CHOKE OUTPUT SWITCH BRIDGE REACTOR WORK STAT OR TERMINAL MECHANICAL ROTAT ION ROTOR STARTER ENGINE SLIP ROTOR...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com THEORY OF OPERATION FIGURE E.3 – ROTOR FIELD FEEDBACK AND AUXILIARY POWER RANGE SWITCH ELECTRODE TERMINAL POLARITY CHOKE OUTPUT SWITCH BRIDGE REACTOR WORK STAT OR TERMINAL MECHANICAL ROTAT ION ROTOR STARTER ENGINE SLIP ROTOR RINGS FLYWHEEL...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com THEORY OF OPERATION FIGURE E.4 – WELD WINDING, REACTOR, AND RANGE SWITCH RANGE SWITCH ELECTRODE TERMINAL CHOKE POLARITY OUTPUT SWITCH BRIDGE REACTOR WORK STAT OR TERMINAL MECHANICAL ROTAT ION ROTOR STARTER ENGINE SLIP ROTOR RINGS FLYWHEEL...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com THEORY OF OPERATION FIGURE E.5 – OUTPUT BRIDGE, CHOKE, POLARITY SWITCH, AND OUTPUT TERMINALS RANGE SWITCH ELECTRODE TERMINAL POLARITY OUTPUT CHOKE SWITCH BRIDGE REACTOR WORK STAT OR TERMINAL MECHANICAL ROTAT ION ROTOR STARTER ENGINE SLIP ROTOR...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Section F-1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section F-1 - TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR SECTION - Troubleshooting & Repair Section................Section F How to Use Troubleshooting Guide................F-2 PC Board Troubleshooting Procedures ................F-3 Troubleshooting Guide ..................F4 - F-13 Test Procedures Rotor Voltage Test ....................F-15 Rotor Resistance Test ..................F-17...
HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric Factory Trained Personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician and machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid Electrical Shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.
Do not touch electrically hot parts. - If you return a PC board to The Lincoln Electric Company for credit, it must be in the static-shielding bag. This will prevent further damage and allow prop- er failure analysis.
CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877. RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
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CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877. RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
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CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877. RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
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CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877. RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
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CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877. RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
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CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877. RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
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CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877. RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
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CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877. RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
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CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877. RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
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CAUTION If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877. RANGER® 10,000 & RANGER® 10,000 PLUS...
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ROTOR VOLTAGE TEST WARNING Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid elec- trical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-16 F-16 ROTOR VOLTAGE TEST (continued) FIGURE F.1 - LOCATION OF LEAD 200A AND 219 FOR ROTOR VOLTAGE TEST Brushes Slip Rings Lead 200A Lead 219 TEST PROCEDURE 1. With the 5/16” nut driver, remove the 6 9.
ROTOR RESISTANCE TEST WARNING Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid elec-...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-18 F-18 ROTOR RESISTANCE TEST (continued) FIGURE F.2 – LOCATION OF ROTOR SLIP RINGS Lead 200A Lead 219 TEST PROCEDURE 1. With the 5/16” nut driver, remove the 6 9. Isolate the rotor electrically by removing sheet metal screws from the case top.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-19 F-19 13. Measure the resistance to ground. A. Set the ohmmeter on the high scale (X100,000). B. Place one probe on either of the slip rings. Place the other probe on any good, unpainted ground.
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AUXILIARY AND FIELD WINDING TEST WARNING Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid elec- trical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-22 F-22 AUXILIARY AND FIELD WINDING TEST (continued) FIGURE F.3 – LOCATION OF LEADS #3 AND #5 Machine Case 115V Front Receptacle Lead #3 Lead #5 TEST PROCEDURE To test the 115 VAC winding: To test the 230 VAC winding: 1.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-23 F-23 AUXILIARY AND FIELD WINDING TEST (continued) To test the field winding: 1. Remove the fuel cap and lift bail rubber If the voltage readings are within specifica- gasket. With the 5/16” nut driver, remove tions, then the windings are good and func- the case top and left side;...
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OUTPUT RECTIFIER BRIDGE TEST WARNING Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid elec- trical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-26 F-26 OUTPUT RECTIFIER BRIDGE TEST (continued) FIGURE F.4 – LOCATION OF OUTPUT RECTIFIER LEADS OUTPUT RECTIFIER ENGINE TEST PROCEDURE 10. With the 7/16” wrench or socket wrench 1. Remove the spark plug wires to prevent and 6”...
CHARGING CIRCUIT TEST WARNING Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid elec- trical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-28 F-28 CHARGING CIRCUIT TEST (continued) FIGURE F.5 – LOCATION OF VOLTAGE REGULATOR Engine Ground Lead (Green) Voltage Regulator AC Lead DC Lead AC Lead TEST PROCEDURE 1. Start the engine and run it at high idle 5.
ENGINE THROTTLE ADJUSTMENT TEST WARNING Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid elec- trical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-30 F-30 ENGINE THROTTLE ADJUSTMENT TEST (continued) FIGURE F.6 – BLOWER PADDLE MARKED FOR STROBE-TACH METHOD Blower Paddle TEST PROCEDURE This test can be conducted by any one of four 8.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-31 F-31 (continued) ENGINE THROTTLE ADJUSTMENT TEST FIGURE F.7 FIGURE F.8 HIGH IDLE ADJUSTMENT NUT LOW IDLE ADJUSTMENT NUT Solenoid 3/8" Low Idle Adjustment Muffler Housing Throttle linkage Choke Cable 3/8"...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-32 F-32 ENGINE THROTTLE ADJUSTMENT TEST (continued) Oscilloscope Method: Vibratach Method: 1. Connect the oscilloscope to the 115 VAC 1. Place the vibratach as close to the engine receptacle, according to the manufactur- as possible.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-33 F-33 NORMAL OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE WAVEFORM (115 VAC SUPPLY) HIGH IDLE – NO LOAD – OUTPUT CONTROL AT MAXIMUM 16.2 ms 0 volts 5 ms 50 volts This is the typical AC output voltage generated from a properly operating machine.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-34 F-34 TYPICAL DC WELD OUTPUT WAVEFORM (CV MODE) MACHINE LOADED 0 volts 5 ms 20 volts MACHINE LOADED TO 200 AMPS AT 20 VDC This is the typical CV output voltage generated from a properly operating machine.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-35 F-35 TYPICAL DC WELD OUTPUT WAVEFORM (CC MODE) MACHINE LOADED 0 volts 5 ms 20 volts MACHINE LOADED TO 200 AMPS AT 26 VDC This is the typical DC output voltage generated from a properly operating machine.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-36 F-36 TYPICAL AC WELD OUTPUT WAVEFORM MACHINE LOADED 0 volts 5 ms 20 volts MACHINE LOADED TO 225 AMPS AT 25 VDC This is the typical AC output voltage generated from a properly operating machine.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-37 F-37 ABNORMAL OPEN CIRCUIT WELD VOLTAGE WAVEFORM (CV MODE) HIGH IDLE - NO LOAD - OUTPUT CONTROL AT MAXIMUM ONE OUTPUT DIODE NOT FUNCTIONING 0 volts 5 ms 20 volts This is NOT the typical CV output voltage waveform.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-38 F-38 ABNORMAL OPEN CIRCUIT DC WELD VOLTAGE WAVEFORM HIGH IDLE - NO LOAD - OUTPUT CONTROL AT MAXIMUM ONE OUTPUT DIODE NOT FUNCTIONING 0 volts 5 ms 50 volts This is NOT the typical DC (+) output voltage waveform.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-39 F-39 NORMAL OPEN CIRCUIT WELD VOLTAGE WAVEFORM (CV MODE) HIGH IDLE - NO LOAD - OUTPUT CONTROL AT MAXIMUM 0 volts 5 ms 20 volts This is the typical CV output voltage generated from a properly operating machine.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-40 F-40 NORMAL OPEN CIRCUIT DC WELD VOLTAGE WAVEFORM (CC MODE) HIGH IDLE - NO LOAD - OUTPUT CONTROL AT MAXIMUM 0 volts 5 ms 50 volts This is the typical DC output voltage generated from a properly operating machine.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-41 F-41 NORMAL OPEN CIRCUIT AC WELD VOLTAGE WAVEFORM HIGH IDLE - NO LOAD - OUTPUT CONTROL AT MAXIMUM 0 volts 5 ms 50 volts This is the typical AC output voltage generated from a properly operating machine.
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BRUSH REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT WARNING Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained person- nel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the tech- nician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-44 F-44 BRUSH REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT (continued) PROCEDURE 1. Remove the spark plug wires. 13. Snap the plastic retainer back onto the brush holder. The brushes may need 2. With the 5/16” nut driver, remove the 6 some repositioning;...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-45 F-45 BRUSH REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT (continued) SLIP RINGS A slight amount of darkening and wear of the CAUTION slip rings and brushes is normal. Brushes should be inspected when a general overhaul is necessary.
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AND REPLACEMENT WARNING Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid elec- trical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this man- ual.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-48 F-48 PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT (continued) FIGURE F.10 - PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD LOCATION 4 Self Tapping Screws (at corners) 4 Pin Plug 12 Pin Plug 1/4" Q.C. Tabs PROCEDURE 8.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-49 F-49 PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT (continued) CAUTION Be sure to follow the recommended static- free methods for handling printed circuit boards. Failure to do so can result in perma- nent damage to the equipment.
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AND REPLACEMENT WARNING Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid elec- trical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this man- ual.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-52 F-52 OUTPUT RECTIFIER BRIDGE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT (continued) FIGURE F.11 - OUTPUT RECTIFIER CONNECTIONS L1 TO CHOKE TO POLARITY SWITCH (3) 1/2" TO S2 MOUNTING SCREWS ENGINE (4) 7/16" MOUNTING SCREWS TO S2...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-53 F-53 OUTPUT RECTIFIER BRIDGE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT (continued) 12. With the 1/2” wrench remove the three 17. With the 7/16” socket wrench, install the mounting nuts. Note the placement of the W1 lead and the heavy lead going to the nylon insulators.
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ENGINE/ROTOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT WARNING Service and repair should be performed by only Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid elec-...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-56 F-56 ENGINE/ROTOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT (continued) FIGURE F.12 – COMPONENT LOCATIONS, ENGINE/ROTOR REMOVAL 1. STATOR COWLING COVER 2. BLOWER FAN 3. IDLE LINKAGE 4. BRUSH HOLDER BRACKET 5. ENGINE LIFT BAILS 6.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-57 F-57 ENGINE/ROTOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT (continued) ENGINE AND ROTOR REMOVAL PROCEDURE 1. Refer to igure .12 for component loca- 15. With the 1/4” nut driver, disconnect the tions. engine choke cable from the engine. Mark the location of the retainer for reassembly.
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6. Slide the rotor the rest of the way off the 3. Install the appropriate long thru-bolt (two are crankshaft. Be careful not to lose the wash- provided) supplied with Lincoln Electric er that fits between the blower fan and the Rotor Removal Kit S20788. The slot head rotor.
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F-59 ENGINE/ROTOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT (KIT S20788) (continued) REASSEMBLY PROCEDURE NOTE: Lincoln Electric recommends that a new 8. Attach leads to the oil pressure switch refer bearing (Lincoln part #M9300-85) be installed to wiring diagram. Replace any cut cable when you replace the rotor and blower assem- ties.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR F-60 F-60 RETEST AFTER REPAIR Retest a machine: • If it is rejected under test for any reason that requires you to remove any mechanical part which could affect the machine’s electrical characteristics.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Section G-1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section G-1 - ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS SECTION - Electrical Diagrams....................Section G Wiring Diagram - Entire Machine - Code 11041 Only - (M20226) ....G-2 Wiring Diagram - Entire Machine - Code 11095 Only - (M20301) .
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAM - CODE 11041 ONLY -(M20226) RANGER 10,000 (KOHLER) (CSA) LEADS 3 AND 6: 2 TURNS THRU TOROID IN OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS 1 TURN OUTPUT GROUND SCREW CONTROL 209A ON UPPER CASEFRONT...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAM - CODE 11095 ONLY - (M20301) RANGER 10,000 (HONDA) LEADS 3 AND 6: 213A 2 TURNS THRU TOROID IN OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS 1 TURN OUTPUT GROUND SCREW CONTROL 209A ON MIDDLE CASEFRONT...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAM - CODE 11150 T0 11393 - (M20431) RANGER 10,000 LEADS 3 AND 6: 2 TURNS THRU TOROID IN 1 TURN OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS CHOKE OUTPUT CONTROL GROUND SCREW ON UPPER...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAM - CODE 11398 - (M21269) RANGER 10,000 (HONDA) LEADS 3 AND 6: 213A 2 TURNS THRU TOROID IN OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS 1 TURN WORK OUTPUT CONTROL 209A CHOKE NEGATIVE POSITIVE...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAM CODE 11394 AND 11395 (M21270) RANGER 10,000 PLUS LEADS 3 AND 6: 2 TURNS THRU TOROID IN 1 TURN OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS WORK CHOKE OUTPUT CONTROL ELECTRODE POSITIVE CHOKE NEGATIVE...
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ON 2 PLACE DECIMALS IS ± .02 REFERENCE: SUBJECT: ON 3 PLACE DECIMALS IS ± .002 DRAWN BY: RANGER 10,000 (HONDA), RANGER 10,000 PLUS (SUBARU ROBIN) ON ALL ANGLES IS ± .5 OF A DEGREE SCALE: L12257 MATERIAL TOLERANCE (" ") TO AGREE...
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ON 2 PLACE DECIMALS IS ± .02 DRAWN BY: REFERENCE: SUBJECT: ON 3 PLACE DECIMALS IS ± .002 RANGER 10,000 PLUS (KOHLER) ON ALL ANGLES IS ± .5 OF A DEGREE SCALE: L12249-1 MATERIAL TOLERANCE (" ") TO AGREE ENGINEER:...
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THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OWNED BY LINCOLN GLOBAL, INC. AND MAY NOT BE DUPLICATED, COMMUNICATED TO OTHER PARTIES OR USED FOR ANY PURPOSE WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OF LINCOLN GLOBAL, INC. RANGER 10,000 HONDA EQUIPMENT TYPE: UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED TOLERANCE...
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THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OWNED BY LINCOLN GLOBAL, INC. AND MAY NOT BE DUPLICATED, COMMUNICATED running and PC B1 will denergize idle TO OTHER PARTIES OR USED FOR ANY PURPOSE WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OF LINCOLN GLOBAL, INC. RANGER 10,000 KOHLER solenoid. EQUIPMENT TYPE:...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com G-11 G-11 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS SCHEMATIC - IDLER/FIELD CONTROL P.C. BOARD - CODE 11041 ONLY - (L12049) NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. RANGER®...
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com G-12 G-12 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS SCHEMATIC - IDLER/FIELD CONTROL P.C. BOARD - CODES ABOVE 11050 ONLY - (L12197-1) NOTE: This diagram is for reference only. It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual. RANGER®...
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Why do I have low amps?
Why does it have low amps
The Lincoln Electric Ranger 10,000 may have low amps due to several possible issues:
1. Polarity Switch Contacts – Loose or faulty connections between the polarity switch and the rectifier can affect amperage output.
2. Bridge Rectifier – A faulty or damaged rectifier can cause low welding output. Testing all diodes in the rectifier is recommended.
3. Choke Grounding Issue – If the choke is shorted to the frame, it can impact the current flow. The choke should not be grounded to its frame.
4. Auxiliary Power Problems – If the auxiliary power is not functioning correctly, it could indicate an issue affecting the welding output.
5. Engine Idle Speed – The machine should be on high idle when welding to maintain proper amperage.
Checking these components and connections can help diagnose and fix the low amp issue.
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