Rectifying faults
Checklist for rectifying faults
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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!
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Symbol
Description
Fault/Cause
Remedy
Functional errors
Machine control without displaying the signal lights after switching on
Phase failure > check mains connection (fuses)
No welding performance
Phase failure > check mains connection (fuses)
Various parameters cannot be set
Entry level is blocked, disable access lock - See 5.13.3 Protecting welding parameters from
unauthorised access chapter
Connection problems
Make control lead connections and check that they are fitted correctly.
No arc ignition
Incorrect ignition type setting.
Set ignition type changeover switch to the HF ignition setting.
Bad arc ignition
Material inclusions in the tungsten electrode due to contact with filler material or workpiece
Regrind or replace the tungsten electrode
Bad current transfer on ignition
Check the setting on the "Tungsten electrode diameter/Ignition optimisation" rotary dial and
increase if necessary (higher ignition energy).
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
