STACKING
SA-250 machines CANNOT be stacked.
TILTING
Place the machine on a secure, level surface whenev-
er you use it or store it. Any surfaces you place it on
other than the ground must be firm, non-skid, and
structurally sound.
The diesel engine is designed to run in a level position
for best performance. If you do operate it at a slight
angle, be sure to check the oil regularly and keep the
oil level at the FULL mark as it would be in its normal
level condition. Also, fuel capacity will be a little less at
an angle.
LIFTING
The SA-250 weighs 1650 lb./743 kg. A lift bail is
provided for lifting with a hoist.
FALLING EQUIPMENT can
cause injury.
Do not lift this machine using lift bail if
it is equipped with a heavy accessory
such as a trailer.
Lift only with equipment of adequate lifting capacity. Be
sure machine is stable when lifting.
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
It may be necessary to derate welder output at higher
altitudes. Some engine adjustment may be required.
Contact a Perkins Service Representative.
PRE-OPERATION ENGINE SERVICE
Read and understand the information about the diesel
engine in the
Operation
and
Maintenance
sections of
this manual before you operate the SA-250.
Keep hands away from the engine muffler or HOT
engine parts.
• Stop the engine when fueling.
• Do not smoke when fueling.
• Remove the fuel cap slowly to release pressure.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank.
• Wipe up spilled fuel and allow the fumes to clear
before starting the engine.
• Keep sparks and flame away from the fuel tank.
OIL
The SA-250 is shipped with the engine filled
with SAE 10W-30 oil. This should be fine
for most ambient operating temperature
conditions. See the engine operation manual for spe-
cific recommendations. CHECK THE OIL LEVEL
BEFORE YOU START THE ENGINE. This is an
added precaution. When full, the oil level should be up
to but not over the FULL mark on the dipstick. If it is
not full, add enough oil to fill it to the full mark. DO NOT
overfill.
For more oil fill and service information, see the
Maintenance
section of this manual.
FUEL
Fill the fuel tank with clean, diesel fuel only.
The SA-250 has a 15 gallon (57 liter) fuel
tank with a top fill and fuel gauge mounted
on the control panel. See the
Operation
and
Maintenance
sections of this manual for more details
about fuel.
BATTERY CONNECTIONS
The SA-250 is shipped with the negative
battery cable disconnected. Before you
operate the machine, make sure the
IGNITION switch is in the OFF position and attach the
disconnected cable securely to the battery terminal. If
the battery is discharged and won't start the engine,
see the battery charging instructions in the
Maintenance
section.
INSTALLATION
A-4 A-4
SA-250
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