E-7

TROUBLESHOOTING

E-7

Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

 

 

 

PROBLEMS

POSSIBLE

RECOMMENDED

(SYMPTOMS)

CAUSE

COURSE OF ACTION

STICK WELDING PROBLEMS

Stick electrode “Blasts Off” when arc 1. Weld current may be set too high

is struck.for electrode size. Reduce current control setting, or use a larger diameter electrode.

Stick electrode “sticks” in the weld 1. The weld current may be set too

puddle.low. Increase the current control setting or use a smaller diameter electrode.

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

PRECISION TIG 185

Page 31
Image 31
Lincoln Electric TIG 185 manual Stick Welding Problems