TROUBLESHOOTING

Important!

Be CERTAIN to shut off the Welder, disconnect it from power, and discharge the torch to ground before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing the unit.

Welder does not function when switched on

Possible Causes and Solutions

1.Tripped thermal protection device:

Shut the welder’s switch to off and allow it to cool for at least 20 minutes.

Reduce duration or frequency of welding periods to help reduce wear on the welder. Refer to Duty Cycle section on page 20.

2.Faulty or improperly connected Trigger Switch (13E):

Have a technician check and secure/replace Trigger Switch (13E).

3.Internal fuse blown:

Have a qualified technician check/replace.

Weak arc strength

Possible Cause and Solution

Incorrect line voltage:

Check the line voltage and, if insufficient, have a licensed electrician remedy the situ- ation.

Welding arc not stable

Possible Causes and Solutions

1.Wire not feeding properly (MIG welding only): See first Troubleshooting section above.

2.Incorrect contact tip size (MIG welding only): Replace with the proper tip for the wire size used.

3.Incorrect wire feed speed (MIG welding only): Adjust wire feed speed to achieve a more stable arc.

4.Loose torch cable or ground cable:

Check to ensure that all connections are tight.

5.Damaged torch or loose connection within torch:

Have a qualified technician inspect and repair/replace as necessary.

If the steps above do not solve the problem or if the repairs involved are too

complex, contact a qualified technician.

SKU 95424, 95629 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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