Lincoln Electric TIG 185 manual Stick Welding Problems

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E-7	TROUBLESHOOTING	E-7
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

PROBLEMS	POSSIBLE	RECOMMENDED
(SYMPTOMS)	CAUSE	COURSE OF ACTION

STICK WELDING PROBLEMS

Stick electrode “Blasts Off” when arc 1. Weld current may be set too high

is struck.for electrode size. Reduce current control setting, or use a larger diameter electrode.

Stick electrode “sticks” in the weld 1. The weld current may be set too

puddle.low. Increase the current control setting or use a smaller diameter electrode.

If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked and the problem persists, Contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility.

CAUTION

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your

PRECISION TIG 185

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Contents Precision TIG California Proposition 65 Warnings SafetyElectric Shock can kill Cylinder may explode if damaged Précautions DE Sûreté Safety Safety Thank You Table of Contents Output Range Input Single Phase onlyRated Output Precision TIG InstallationPhysical DIMENSIONS2 Model Height Width Depth WeightLifting and Moving Select Suitable LocationTilting Input Connections Connections for TIG Gtaw Welding Input Reconnect ProcedureTIG Torch Connection Shielding GAS Connection Remote Control ConnectionConnections for Stick Smaw Welding Work Cable ConnectionOperation Recommended Processes and Equipment Product DescriptionControl Functionality Controls and SettingsOperating Steps Welding in TIG ModePulse TIG Control Benefits of the Precision TIG 185 Design Remote Control OperationRecommended Electrode Amperage Ranges Precision TIG Welding in Stick ModeFactory Installed Options AccessoriesTable C.1 K2348-1 Under-Storage Cart Field Installed OptionsRoutine and Periodic Maintenance MaintenanceSpark GAP Adjustment HOW to USE Troubleshooting Guide TroubleshootingOutput Problems SymptomsRecommended ProblemsCourse of Action TIG Mode Problems Problems Possible Recommended TIG Welding Problems Stick Welding Problems Diagrams Dimensionprint L12202 Dimension PrintPrecision TIG Precaucion Warnung