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| (SYMPTOMS) | CAuSE | COuRSE OF ACTION |
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WELDING PRObLEMS
Poor welding, weld settings drift, or | 1. | Make sure the machine settings |
output power is low. |
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| 2. | Check machine performance on |
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| LOCAL control. If OK then the |
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| remote control device may be |
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| faulty. Check or replace. |
| 3. | Check the input voltages and |
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| input voltage reconnect |
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| procedures. See Installation |
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| 4. | Check for loose or faulty welding |
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| cables. |
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Poor stick electrode welding | 1. | Check for loose or faulty welding |
performance. The arc pops out. |
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| 2. | Is the electrode DRY? Try weld- |
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| ing with another electrode from a |
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| different container. Make sure |
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| you have the correct electrode for |
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| the application. |
| 3. | Make sure the machine settings |
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The thermal light and fan keep turn- | 1. Check the input voltage section. | |
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| 2. Check for blockage of vents, | |
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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.
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