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RANGER 8+ DIESEL
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The RANGER 8+ DIESEL is a diesel-engine driven,
multi-process AC and DC arc welder and AC power
generator for commercial and residential applications.
As a generator it can supply up to 9,000 continuous
watts of 115/230 volt, 60 Hz, single-phase AC power
at unity power factor to operate AC power tools, bat-
tery chargers, and lighting; It is suitable for long term
primary power, and temporary standby, or emergency
power, using engine manufacturer's recommended
maintenance schedule. As a welder it provides 250
amps of AC current for welding with AC stick elec-
trodes or 225 amps of DC current for DC stick weld-
ing. The RANGER 8+ DIESEL can also perform
AC/DC TIG welding and DC semiautomatic wire feed
welding.
The engine used on the RANGER 8+ DIESEL
machines is the Ruggerini, 2 cylinder RD 201 engine.
The RD 201 is an air-cooled diesel with Direct
Injection and Diecast Aluminum Crankcase.
The RANGER 8+ DIESEL machines are housed in a
heavy gauge steel case that is protected by a durable
powder paint finish. The welder alternator has all cop-
per windings and a high temperature insulation sys-
tem that includes three coats of electrical grade var-
nish.
DESIGN FEATURES
AC/DC STICK WELDING (Constant Current)
• AC 40 - 250 Amps
• DC 40 - 225 Amps
• 100% Duty Cycle on All Settings
• Output Selector with 6 Ranges
• Output Control for Fine Current Adjustment
• Use with a broad range of AC & DC Electrodes
Including Fleetweld® 5P
DC SEMIAUTOMATIC WIRE FEED WELDING
(Constant Voltage)
• CV Tap Setting for 40-200 Amps.
• 100% Duty Cycle.
• Excellent Performance with .068” (1.7mm)
NR®-211-MP Innershield® Electrode.
•
Limited MIG Welding with L-50 & L-56 using blended
Argon Shielding Gas.
• The Recommended Wire Feeder is the LN-25, but
Can Also be Used with the LN-7 Wire Feeder.
( LN-7 and LN-25 without contactor require the K240 Contactor Kit)
AC/DC TIG WELDING (Constant Current)
• AC & DC TIG Welding Can be Done at All Constant
Current Output Range Settings.
AUXILIARY POWER
• 9000 Watt AC 115/230 Volt 60 Hz. Generator.
• Operates AC Power Tools.
• Powers Battery Chargers.
• Powers a 1.5 HP Motor (If Started Under No Load).
• Lights Ninety 100 Watt Incandescent Bulbs.
• Can be Used for Standby Power.
OTHER FEATURES
• Bottom Mounted 9 Gallon (34 L) Fuel Tank with a
Convenient Top Fill and Fuel Gauge.
• Polarity Switch for Selecting DC+, DC-, or AC
Welding Output.
• K930-2 TIG Module Available.
• Remote Control Receptacle Kit Available.
•
Electronic Engine Idler. Engine Automatically Goes to
Low Idle in 10 to 14 Seconds after Welding or Use
of Auxiliary Power. Includes High Idle Switch.
• Electric Starting.
• Battery Charging light to monitor proper operation.
• Full 9 kVA Auxiliary Output Receptacle.
• Factory Installed Engine Hour Meter.
• Factory Installed Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.
• Built-in Feet for Easy Mounting to Truck Bed or
Trailer.
• All Copper Alternator Windings and High
Quality Insulation for Long-Life and
Dependability.
• Powder Painted Case and Base for Outstanding
Corrosion Protection.
