4-8. Troubleshooting

Welding Trouble

Remedy

 

 

 

 

No weld output; wire does not feed.

Secure power cord plug in receptacle (see Section 2-12).

 

 

 

Reset circuit breaker CB1 (see Section 4-2).

 

 

 

Replace fuse F1 and/or F2 (see Section 4-3).

 

 

 

Replace building line fuse or reset circuit breaker if open (see Section 2-12).

 

 

 

Secure gun trigger plug in receptacle or repair leads, or replace trigger switch (see Section 2-7

 

and/or 4-7).

 

 

 

Thermostat TP1 open (overheating). Allow fan to run; the thermostat will close when the unit has

 

cooled (see Section 2-3).

 

 

No weld output; wire feeds.

Connect work clamp to get good metal to metal contact.

 

 

 

Replace contact tip (see Section 4-5).

 

 

Low weld output.

Connect unit to proper input voltage or check for low line voltage (see Section 2-12).

 

 

Wire Drive/Gun Trouble

Remedy

 

 

 

 

Electrode wire feeding stops during

Straighten gun cable and/or replace damaged parts (see Section 4-6).

welding.

 

 

 

 

Adjust drive roll pressure (see Section 2-13).

 

 

 

Readjust hub tension (see Section 2-8).

 

 

 

Replace contact tip if blocked (see Section 4-5).

 

 

 

Clean or replace wire inlet guide or liner if dirty or plugged (see Section 4-6).

 

 

 

Replace drive rolls if worn or slipping (see Section 4-4).

 

 

 

Secure gun trigger plug in receptacle or repair leads, or replace trigger switch (see Section 2-7

 

and/or 4-7).

 

 

 

Check and replace F1 and/or F2 (see Section 4-3).

 

 

 

Check and clear any restrictions at drive assembly and liner (see Section 4-6).

 

 

 

Have nearest Factory Authorized Service Agent check drive motor.

 

 

 

Check relay CR1, and replace if necessary.

 

 

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