Miller Electric M-15 manual Troubleshooting Lack Of Penetration, Troubleshooting Incomplete Fusion

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6-11. Troubleshooting – Lack Of Penetration

 

Lack Of Penetration – shallow

 

fusion between weld metal and

 

base metal.

Lack of Penetration

Good Penetration

 

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Possible Causes

Corrective Actions

Improper joint preparation.

Material too thick. Joint preparation and design must provide access to bottom of groove while

 

maintaining proper welding wire extension and arc characteristics.

Improper weld technique.

Maintain normal gun angle of 0 to 15 degrees to achieve maximum penetration.

Keep arc on leading edge of weld puddle.

Be sure welding wire extends not more than 1/2 in (13 mm) beyond nozzle.

Insufficient heat input.

Select higher wire feed speed and/or select higher voltage range.

Reduce travel speed.

6-12. Troubleshooting – Incomplete Fusion

Incomplete Fusion – failure of weld metal to fuse completely with base metal or a preceeding weld bead.

 

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Possible Causes

Corrective Actions

 

 

Workpiece dirty.

Remove all grease, oil, moisture, rust, paint, undercoating, and dirt from work surface before

 

welding.

Insufficient heat input.

Select higher voltage range and/or adjust wire feed speed.

Improper welding technique.

Place stringer bead in proper location(s) at joint during welding.

Adjust work angle or widen groove to access bottom during welding.

Momentarily hold arc on groove side walls when using weaving technique.

Keep arc on leading edge of weld puddle.

Use correct gun angle of 0 to 15 degrees.

6-13. Troubleshooting – Burn-Through

Burn-Through – weld metal melting completely through base metal resulting in holes where no metal remains.

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Possible Causes

Corrective Actions

Excessive heat input.

Select lower voltage range and reduce wire feed speed.

Increase and/or maintain steady travel speed.

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Contents Processes OM-1314Description From Miller to You Table of Contents Page Arc Welding Hazards Symbol UsageMarks a special safety message Electric Shock can killFlying Metal can injure eyes ARC Rays can burn eyes and skinWelding can cause fire or explosion Buildup of GAS can injure or killPrincipal Safety Standards EMF Information About PacemakersUN Choc É Lectrique peut tuer Signification des symbolesConsignes DE Securite Lire Avant Utilisation LES Fumé ES ET LES GAZ peuvent ê tre dangereuxDES Particules Volantes peuvent blesser les yeux LE Soudage peut provoquer un incendie ou une explosionLE Bruit peut affecter l’ouïe ’EMPLOI Excessif peut Risque D’INCENDIE OULA Chute DE L’APPAREIL peut blesser DES Organes Mobiles peuvent provoquer des blessuresInformation sur les champs é lectromagné tiques Principales normes de sé curitéConsignes relatives aux stimulateurs cardiaques Specifications InstallationVolt-Ampere Curves Duty Cycle And Overheating OverheatingInstalling Work Clamp Installing Gas SupplyFollow wire manufacturer’s recommendation Selecting a Location And Connecting Input Power Electrical Service GuideDo not move or operate unit Where it could tip Installing Wire Spool And Adjusting Hub Tension Standard Wire Spool Standard Wire ReelInstalling Drive Roll And Threading Welding Wire Controls OperationWeld Parameters 14 ga 16 ga 18 ga 20 ga 22 gaMonths Maintenance & TroubleshootingMaintenance Fuse F1Replacing Gun Contact Tip Turn Off power before replacing contact tipUnicable Repair Disconnect gun from unit Cleaning Or Replacing Gun LinerTo Reassemble Gun Replacing Switch And/Or Head Tube Remove handle Remove switch housing. Note If installing newCleaning Or Repairing Drive Assembly Turn Off power before cleaning or repairing drive assemblyTroubleshooting Welding Trouble RemedyElectrical Diagram Circuit DiagramMIG Welding Gmaw Guidelines Typical MIG Process ConnectionsSelect Wire Size Typical MIG Process Control SettingsWire Recommendation Wire Speed Select VoltageHolding And Positioning Welding Gun Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape Good Weld Bead Characteristics Poor Weld Bead CharacteristicsGun Movement During Welding Troubleshooting Excessive Penetration Troubleshooting Excessive SpatterTroubleshooting Porosity Possible Causes Corrective ActionsTroubleshooting Incomplete Fusion Troubleshooting Lack Of PenetrationTroubleshooting Burn-Through Troubleshooting Waviness Of Bead Troubleshooting DistortionApplication Common MIG Shielding GasesFlat & Horizontal1 Fillet OM-1314 Parts List Main AssemblyDia Part Mkgs Description Quantity M-15 Gun 169 M-15 Gun -1 ItemDrive Assembly, Wire -1 Item Service SupportOwner’s Record Miller Electric Mfg. Co

M-15 specifications

Miller Electric M-15 is a highly regarded welding machine designed to cater to a variety of welding applications in both industrial and commercial environments. Known for its reliability and efficiency, the M-15 stands out in the Miller Electric lineup due to its impressive performance and user-friendly features.

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