Lincoln Electric SVM144-B Rectifier Diode Bridge Test, Test Description, Materials Needed

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F-15

TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR

F-15

RECTIFIER DIODE BRIDGE TEST

WARNING

Service and repair should only be performed by Lincoln Electric factory trained personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in dan- ger to the technician or machine operator and will invalidate your factory war- ranty. For your safety and to avoid electrical shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to per- form the test/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric service department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.

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TEST DESCRIPTION

This test will determine if the correct voltages are being:

a.Applied to the diode bridge.

b.Supplied from diode bridge to the control PC board.

MATERIALS NEEDED

3/8 in. Nutdriver Volt-ohmmeter

POWER MIG 255 wiring diagrams (See Electrical Diagrams Section of this Manual)

POWER MIG 255

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