Troubleshooting, Maintenance | Chicago Electric 3223 instruction

Troubleshooting

SYMPTOM		POSSIBLE CAUSE		SUGGESTED ACTION

	1.	No power to line cord	1.	Check power source
Stud does not weld;	2. Stud Welder circuit breaker open		2.	Press Circuit Breaker Reset button
Weld area cold	3.	Not making contact to metal surface	3.	Press harder on the Stud Welder;
	3.	Not making contact to metal surface	3.	Press harder on the Stud Welder;
		with Electrode Assy.		Clean metal area better.

Weld time is longer	1.	Electrode or Stud dirty	1.	Clean or replace both
than one second	2. Weld surface not cleaned to the metal		2.	Clean surface again

	1.	“On Time” not long enough	1.	Hold trigger longer
Weak weld, stud	2. Electrode or Stud dirty		2.	Clean of replace both
does not hold	3.	Weld surface not cleaned down to	3.	Clean surface to metal
	3.	Weld surface not cleaned down to	3.	Clean surface to metal
		bare metal

Circuit breaker	1.	Circuit rating not large enough	1.	Connect to 20 A dedicated circuit
Circuit breaker	2.	Electrical fault in Welder	2.	Have qualified technician service
continues to trip	2.	Electrical fault in Welder	2.	Have qualified technician service
continues to trip				welder
				welder

Weld is burning	1.	Weld time is too long	1.	Shorten weld time
Weld is burning	2.	Using incorrect stud	2.	Replace stud with correct size
through the metal	2.	Using incorrect stud	2.	Replace stud with correct size
through the metal	3.	Dirty electrode	3.	Clean electrode
	3.	Dirty electrode	3.	Clean electrode

Maintenance

Warning: Always unplug the line cord from the electrical outlet before performing any maintenance. Repairs should only be performed by a qualified technician.

1.Periodically inspect line cord for cracks. Replace if necessary.

2.Clean the unit using a damp cloth. Never use solvents.

3.Keep the electrode assembly free of oxidation by cleaning with fine steel wool.

4.If necessary, use a fine metal file to keep the electrode flat and clean.

REV 07e

SKU 3223

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