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| Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual |
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PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
OUTPUT PROBLEMS
The feeder does power up - no dis- | 1. The Power Wave power source is | |
play, no feed. |
| OFF. Turn ON the Power Wave |
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| source. |
| 2. | The circuit breaker for the wire |
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| feeder on power source has |
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| tripped. Reset the circuit break- |
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| 3. | The control cable may be loose |
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| or damaged. Tighten, repair or |
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| replace the control cable. |
| 4. | The power switch is damaged. |
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| Replace the power switch. |
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Inconsistent wire feeding or wire not | 1. The electrode is rusty or dirty. | |
feeding but drive rolls turning. |
| Use only clean electrode. Use |
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| quality electrode, like |
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| 56 from Lincoln Electric. |
2.The contact tip is partially melted If all recommended possible areas of or has spatter. Replace the con- misadjustment have been checked
tact tip. | and the problem persists, Contact |
| your local Lincoln Authorized |
3.Improper tip, drive rolls and/or Field Service Facility. inner wire guide. Verify the prop-
er parts are installed.
4.Incorrect tension arm pressure on the drive rolls. Adjust the tension arm per the Instruction Manual. Most electrodes feed well at a tension arm setting of "3".
5.Worn drive roll. Replace the drive rolls if worn or filled with dirt.
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.
