Lincoln Electric ES 275I specifications Welding PRObLEMS

E-7		TROubLEShOOTING	E-7
	Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
	PRObLEMS	POSSIbLE	RECOMMENDED
	(SYMPTOMS)	CAuSE	COuRSE OF ACTION

WELDING PRObLEMS

Poor welding, weld settings drift, or	1.	Make sure the machine settings
output power is low.		are correct for the weld process
		being used.
	2.	Check machine performance on
		LOCAL control. If OK then the
		remote control device may be
		faulty. Check or replace.
	3.	Check the input voltages and
		input voltage reconnect
		procedures. See Installation
		Section of this manual.
	4.	Check for loose or faulty welding
		cables.
Poor stick electrode welding	1.	Check for loose or faulty welding
performance. The arc pops out.		cables.
	2.	Is the electrode DRY? Try weld-
		ing with another electrode from a
		different container. Make sure
		you have the correct electrode for
		the application.
	3.	Make sure the machine settings
		are correct for the weld process
		being used.
The thermal light and fan keep turn-	1. Check the input voltage section.
ing on and off.
	2. Check for blockage of vents,
		which restricts air flow into or out
		of the machine.

If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked and the problem persists, Contact your local Authorized Field Service Facility.

CAuTION

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, con- tact your local authorized field service facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.

ES 275i