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F-11

TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR

F-11

 

Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.

PROBLEMS

POSSIBLE AREAS OF

RECOMMENDED

(SYMPTOMS)

MISADJUSTMENT(S)

COURSE OF ACTION

 

 

 

 

ENGINE PROBLEMS

 

The machine seems to be locked

Check the position of the WELD

Check that plug P-7 is fully seated

into the “CC-stick” mode of opera-

MODE selector switch. The switch

into the weld control P.C. board

tion.

should positively snap into each

socket. See Control Inner-

 

mode position and should not feel

Connection diagram.

 

gritty or get stuck between posi-

Check for corroded, dirty, or dam-

 

tions.

aged Molex terminals in plug P-7,

 

 

also check for similar problems in

 

 

socket J-7 on the weld control P.C.

 

 

board.

 

 

Check the wiring between the con-

 

 

trol P.C. Board and the mode

 

 

switch. Look for poor crimp and

 

 

solder connections as well as

 

 

damaged wiring or insulation. See

 

 

wiring diagram.

 

 

Perform the CONTROL POTEN-

 

 

TIOMETER AND MODE SWITCH

 

 

RESISTANCE TEST.

 

 

The Weld control P.C. Board may

 

 

be faulty.

 

 

 

The arc quality is poor with exces-

The ARC CONTROL may be set

Check that the weld circuit isn't

sive spatter. The arc heat can be

too high.

grounded. With the engine off,

controlled and maintained normal-

The output control may be set too

check the resistance between

ly, the auxiliary output is normal

high for the electrode being used.

chassis ground and the weld out-

and the engine operates normally.

Check that the electrode is of

put terminals. The resistance

 

good quality, dry and free from

should be very high, a minimum of

 

contamination. Try using some

500,000 (500k) Ohms.

 

Lincoln Electrode, and setting the

The weld control system may be

 

machine per Lincoln’s recommen-

grounded or malfunctioning.

 

dation.

Perform the CONTROL POTEN-

 

If shielding gas is used, check that

TIOMETER and MODE SWITCH

 

the gas and gas flow are correct.

TEST, and the REMOTE RECEP-

 

Check for damaged, pinched, or

TACLE RESISTANCE TEST.

 

leaking gas lines.

 

 

Check for proper work, and elec-

The Chopper module may be

 

trode leads and connections (size,

defective. Perform the CHOPPER

 

length, coils, or bad connections).

MODULE RESISTANCE TEST.

 

 

 

 

 

 

CAUTION

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.

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400 specifications

The Lincoln Electric 400 is a state-of-the-art multi-process welding machine designed to meet the demands of today’s industrial welding applications. Renowned for its reliability and versatility, this welder is a preferred choice among professionals in fabrication, construction, and maintenance industries.

One of the main features of the Lincoln Electric 400 is its multi-process capability. It seamlessly integrates MIG, TIG, and stick welding processes into a single unit, allowing users to switch between methods depending on the job at hand. This flexibility makes it incredibly suitable for a wide range of materials, including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.

The welding machine boasts a robust power output, with a maximum range of 400 amps. This impressive capacity enables it to handle thick materials effectively, making it ideal for heavy-duty tasks. The machine operates on both single-phase and three-phase power, giving users the advantage of versatility depending on the power source available at the job site.

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