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| TROUBLESHOOTING |
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| TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual | ||||
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| PROBLEMS | POSSIBLE AREAS OF |
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| (SYMPTOMS) | MISADJUSTMENTS(S) |
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| OUTPUT PROBLEMS |
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Low weld output and low auxiliary | 1. The generator brushes may be | 1. | Perform the Rotor Voltage Test. |
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output. | worn. See the Maintenance sec- | 2. | If the rotor voltage is low, the |
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| your local Lincoln Electric |
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| may be faulty. Test or replace. |
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| 2. The engine RPM may be low. | 3. | Check the rheostat (R1). Normal |
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| resistance is 3.3 ohm. See the |
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| Rheostat Replacement drawing. |
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| 4. | The rotor may be faulty. Perform |
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| the Rotor Resistance Test. |
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| 5. | The engine RPM may be low. |
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| Perform the Engine Throttle |
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| Adjustment Test. |
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| 6. | If engine idle RPM is okay, the |
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| engine may have lost horsepow- |
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| repair. |
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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 the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call
