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ABIROB INSTRUCTION MANUAL
TROUBLESHOOTING: GENERAL GUIDE
Problems/Causes
Possible Solutions
AIR-COOLED GUN RUNNING TOO HOT
Poor ground.
Inspect ground cable for loose connections, fraying and cuts. Correct any
problem areas found. Clean clamping area to insure good contact. Securely
attach the ground cable to the workpiece, as close as possible to the point of
welding. Make sure there is a good connection to the welding power source.
Loose power connection.
Check to make sure the power connection on the power source is tight, the
connection on the wire feeder is tight, the connection to the adaptor block is
tight, and the connection of the gun to the adaptor block is tight.
Loose Bikox connection.
Remove handle assembly and adaptor support. Check to insure the Bikox
connection to the swanneck is tight and the Bikox connection to the adaptor
block is tight.
Damaged Bikox assembly.
Visually inspect the Bikox assembly for cuts and tears. Replace the Bikox
assembly if necessary.
Consumable items loose or worn.
Remove nozzle from gun and inspect contact tip and tip holder/gas diffuser for
wear and tightness; replace or tighten as necessary
Capacity of gun being exceeded.
Note complete weld parameters, including welding current (Amps), welding
voltage, wire feed speed, type and size of wire, type of gas and flow rate of gas
and consult your local Authorized ABICOR Binzel Distributor.
Dirty connection
Remove swanneck and inspect interface for dirt build-up. Periodic cleaning
is necessary.
INT
.9017 11.04 (Rev
.11.08) • © 2004 Alexander Binzel Corporation • Printed USA
Alexander Binzel Corporation
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Email: [email protected]
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