TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Guide

Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.

PROBLEMS

POSSIBLE

(SYMPTOMS)

CAUSE

 

HIGH FREQUENCY PROBLEMS

High frequency not present or

1.

Check for correct gas and gas

intermittent at torch electrode

 

flow

 

2.

Check torch and work cables

 

 

for breaks and leaks

 

3.

Check spark gap for correct

 

 

setting 0.015in. (.25mm)

High frequency not present at spark 1.

Make certain that the High

gap

Frequency switch (S2) is NOT

 

in the OFF position

2.

Check spark gap for correct

 

setting 0.015in (.25mm)

iRECOMMENDED

COURSE OF ACTION

If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked and the problem persists,

Contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility.

High Frequency stays on after the arc is established

1.High frequency switch (S2) is in the continuous position

CAUTION

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your local Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.

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