Rectifying faults
Checklist for rectifying faults
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7 Rectifying
faults
All products are subject to rigorous production checks and final checks. If, despite this, something fails to
work at any time, please check the product using the following flowchart. If none of the fault rectification
procedures described leads to the correct functioning of the product, please inform your authorised
dealer.
7.1
Checklist for rectifying faults
The correct machine equipment for the material and process gas in use is a fundamental
requirement for perfect operation!
Legend Symbol Description
Fault/Cause
Remedy
Welding torch overheated
Loose welding current connections
Tighten power connections on the torch and/or on the workpiece
Tighten contact tip correctly
Overload
Check and correct welding current setting
Use a more powerful welding torch
Functional error with the welding torch operating elements
Connection problems
Make control lead connections and check that they are fitted correctly.
Machine immediately switches to start mode or the 7-bar display remains inactive
Check polarity of the torch trigger lead at the Euro torch connector.
Wire feed problems
Unsuitable or worn welding torch equipment
Adjust contact tip to wire diameter and -material and replace if necessary
Adjust wire guide to material in use, blow through and replace if necessary
Kinked hose packages
Extend and lay out the torch hose package
Incompatible parameter settings
Check settings and correct if necessary
Unstable arc
Unsuitable or worn welding torch equipment
Adjust contact tip to wire diameter and -material and replace if necessary
Adjust wire guide to material in use, blow through and replace if necessary
Incompatible parameter settings
Check settings and correct if necessary
