E-6

TROUBLESHOOTING

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Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

 

 

 

 

PROBLEMS

(SYMPTOMS)

POSSIBLE AREAS OF MISADJUSTMENT(S)

RECOMMENDED

COURSE OF ACTION

The welding arc is cold.The weld- 1. Make sure the MODE selector

ing arc is not stable or is not satis-

switch is in the correct position for

factory. the engine runs normally.

the process being used. (For exam-

The auxiliary power is normal.

ple, CV-WIRE, PIPE, CC-STICK.)

2.Make sure the electrode (wire, gas, voltage, current etc.) is correct for the process being used.

3.Check for loose or faulty connec- tions at the weld output terminals and welding cable connections.

4.The welding cables may be too long or coiled, causing an excessive voltage drop.

If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked and the problem persists, Contact your local Lincoln 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, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.

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