TROUBLESHOOTINGE-3
Observe Safety Guidelines
detailed in the beginning of this manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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| FEEDING PROBLEMS |
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| No wire feed when gun trigger is |
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| 1. | If the wire drive motor is running |
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| pulled. Fan runs, gas flows and |
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| make sure that the correct drive |
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| machine has correct open circuit |
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| rolls are installed in the machine. |
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| voltage (32vcd maximum) – weld |
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| Contact your local Lincoln |
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| output. |
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| 2. | Check for clogged cable liner or |
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| Authorized Field Service Facility. |
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| contact tip. |
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| 3. | Check for proper size cable liner |
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| and contact tip. |
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| GAS FLOW PROBLEMS |
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| 1. | Verify that gas solenoid is prop- |
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| trigger is pulled. Wire feed, weld |
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| output and fan operate normally. |
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| (Optional MIG Conversion Kit only.) |
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| conversion kit. |
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| and gas hoses. |
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| 3. | Check gun connection to |
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| machine for obstruction or leaky |
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| seals. |
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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 AUTHORIZED LINCOLN ELECTRIC FIELD SERVICE FACILITY for assistance before you proceed.