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PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
When the trigger is pulled air begins 1. Check the torch consumables to be | |
to flow, but there is no pilot arc after | sure they are not dirty or greasy, |
at least 3 seconds. | and are in good shape. Replace |
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2.Make sure the air pressure is set correctly.
3.Make sure there are no kinks or restrictions for air flow in the torch cable. Replace cable as needed.
4.If a slight thump cannot be felt in the torch when the trigger is pulled, check for loose connection in the torch head.
5.Possible faulty Inverter board.
The air begins to flow and there is a 1. | Check the torch consumables to |
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very brief arc that snaps out consis- |
| be sure they are in tight, not dirty |
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tently with repeated trigger pulls. |
| or greasy and in good shape. |
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| Replace if necessary. | If all recommended possible areas of |
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| misadjustment have been checked |
| 2. | Make sure the air pressure is set and the problem persists, Contact | |
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| correctly. | your local Lincoln Authorized |
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| Field Service Facility. |
| 3. | Possible faulty Inverter board. |
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The arc starts but sputters badly. | 1. | Check the torch consumables to |
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| be sure they are in tight, not dirty |
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| or greasy and in good shape. |
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| Replace if necessary. |
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| 2. | Check air supply for oil or a great |
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| deal of water. If there is oil or a |
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| great deal of water, the air must |
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| be filtered or the machine |
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| switched to nitrogen or bottled air. |
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| 3. | Make sure the air pressure is set |
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| correctly. |
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CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
TOMAHAWK™ 625