Lincoln Electric Welding Inverter RANGER 225

- Replace the air Cleaner filter;

- Remove the oil filter, and drain the oil into a suitable container. Discard the used oil filter

- Clean the filter mounting base, and coat the gasket of the new oil filter with clean engine oil

- Screw on the new oil filter by hand, until the gasket contacts the filter mounting base, then use an oil filter socket tool to tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 7/8 turn

- Refill the crankcase with the specified amount of the recommended oil. Reinstall the oil filler cap

- Start the engine and check for oil filter leaks

- Stop the engine, and check the oil level. If necessary, add oil to the upper limit mark on the dipstick;

- Clean and re-oil the foam pre-filter;

- A slight amount of darkening and wear of the slip rings and brushes is normal. Brushes should be inspected when a general overhaul is necessary.If brushes are to be replaced, clean slip rings with a fine emery paper;

- At the end of each day’s use, refill the fuel tank to minimize moisture condensation in the tank. Running out of fuel tends to draw dirt into the fuel system. Also, check the crankcase oil level and add oil if indicated;