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| Excessive spatter | 1. | Long arc |
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| 2. | High current |
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| Craters |
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| Inclusions | 1. | Poor cleanliness or distribution of |
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| Insufficient penetration | 1. | High progression speed. |
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| 2. | Welding current too low. |
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| 3. | Narrow chamfering. |
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| 2. | Current too low. |
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| Porosity |
| 1. | Humidity in electrode. |
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| 2. | Long arc. |
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| Cracks |
| 1. | Current too high. |
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| 2. | Dirty materials. |
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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.
