Lincoln Electric MARQUETTE AUTOPRO 20 Operator'S Manual Download Page 18

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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AUTOPRO™ 20

Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

PROBLEMS

(SYMPTOMS)

POSSIBLE 

CAUSE

RECOMMENDED

COURSE OF ACTION

GREEN LED OFF, Fan not operat-
ing.  No Input Power.

GREEN

LED ON, YELLOW

Overtemperature / under pressure
LED

ON.  Unit is overheated.

GREEN

LED

ON, YELLOW Over

temperature / under pressure LED
blinks. No air flow in purge or pre-
flow.

GREEN

LED

ON, YELLOW Over

temperature / under pressure LED
OFF, no air flow when torch switch
pressed.

GREEN

LED

ON, YELLOW Over

temperature / under pressure LED
OFF. Air flows, Pilot arc does not
start.

Torch has pilot arc but does not cut.

1. Plug unit into 115V outlet.

2. Reset Breaker.

1. Make sure the unit has not been

operated beyond duty cycle limits.

2. Air  Flow obstructed.

1. Air not connected or pressure too

low. Check source for at least
72.5 PSI (5 Bar) during purge or
pre-flow, adjust air pressure to 65
PSI (4.5 Bar).

2. Air filter or air line blocked, torch

blocked. Replace filter cartridge.
Check that air line and torch leads
are free of twists and kinks.

1. Shield cup not properly installed

on torch. Check that shield cup is
fully seated against torch.

2. Faulty Torch Switch or Parts

Assembly in torch holder. Refer to
“Operations Section” (Torch
Consumable Parts).

3. Faulty Main PC Board Repair /

Replace Power Supply.

1. Faulty torch parts. Inspect torch

parts and replace if necessary.

2. Faulty main PC Board. Repair /

replace.

1. Work lead not connected. Make

sure work lead is connected
securely to bare metal.

2. AC input power too low. Use

shortest distance to breaker panel
possible.

3. Faulty Main PC Board.

Repair/Replace.

If all recommended possible areas of
misadjustment have been checked
and the problem persists, 

Contact

your local Authorized Field
Service Facility.

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your

Local  Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility

for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.

CAUTION

Summary of Contents for MARQUETTE AUTOPRO 20

Page 1: ...be increased by proper installation and thoughtful operation on your part DO NOT INSTALL OPER ATE OR REPAIR THIS EQUIP MENT WITHOUT READING THIS MANUAL AND THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CON TAINED THROUGHOU...

Page 2: ...A LARGE ROOM OR OUTDOORS natural ventilation may be adequate if you keep your head out of the fumes See below USE NATURAL DRAFTS or fans to keep the fumes away from your face If you develop unusual s...

Page 3: ...hot engine parts and igniting Do not spill fuel when filling tank If fuel is spilled wipe it up and do not start engine until fumes have been eliminated 1 d Keep all equipment safety guards covers and...

Page 4: ...m to ANSI Z87 I standards 4 b Use suitable clothing made from durable flame resistant material to protect your skin and that of your helpers from the arc rays 4 c Protect other nearby personnel with s...

Page 5: ...nt passing through lifting chains crane cables or other alternate circuits This can create fire hazards or overheat lifting chains or cables until they fail 6 h Also see item 1 c 6 I Read and follow N...

Page 6: ...imitations B 2 Controls and Settings B 2 Cutting Operations B 3 Check Air Quality B 3 Cutting with a Hand Torch B 3 B 4 Pilot Arc Discussion B 5 Torch Consumable Parts Selection B 5 __________________...

Page 7: ...Circuit Breaker or Fuse Size 20 AMPS 15 Amps 3 Conductor 14 AWG Type SJT or Hard Usage Input Cord Depth 16 in 406 mm Width 6 in 152 mm Height 12 in 305 mm Open Circuit Voltage 310 VDC For all plasma...

Page 8: ...good earth ground The work terminal ground does NOT ground the machine frame 2 Keep the work clamp isolated from other work clamps that have high frequency 3 If the work clamp cannot be isolated then...

Page 9: ...cylinder must have a pressure regulator Maximum psi from a nitrogen gas cylinder to the AUTOPRO 20 regulator should never exceed 150 psi 10 3 Bar Install a hose between the nitrogen gas cylin der regu...

Page 10: ...e cycle is determined by an arc called the pilot arc which is struck between the moveable electrode negative polarity and the torch nozzle positive polarity due to a short circuit between these two el...

Page 11: ...ate surface condi tion oil scale plate thickness preheat quench gas type gas flow rate and equipment may produce results different than those expected Some adjust ments to procedures may be necessary...

Page 12: ...at the work lead is clamped to the work piece before cutting Set the output current control knob at maximum position for higher cutting speed and less dross for mation Reduce the current if desired to...

Page 13: ...from the receptacle before assembling or disassembling torch parts or torch and lead assemblies If the machine does not reset or continues to trip consult the Troubleshooting Section Use the proper cu...

Page 14: ...ttently This is aggravated when the consumables are worn or the air pressure is too high Always keep in mind that the pilot arc is designed to transfer the arc to the workpiece and not for numerous st...

Page 15: ...ies Do not touch electrically hot parts ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 1 Keep the cutting or gouging area and the area around the machine clean and free of combustible materials No debris should be allowed to co...

Page 16: ...d with a filter for the compressed air and fitted with a manual drain for condensation Drain is located on the bottom of the filter Purge periodical ly to remove the water in the filter by opening the...

Page 17: ...COURSE OF ACTION This column provides a course of action for the Possible Cause generally it states to contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility If you do not understand or are unab...

Page 18: ...5 Bar 2 Air filter or air line blocked torch blocked Replace filter cartridge Check that air line and torch leads are free of twists and kinks 1 Shield cup not properly installed on torch Check that...

Page 19: ...all machines covered by this manual The specific diagram for a particular code is pasted inside the machine on one of the enclosure panels If the diagram is illegible write to the Service Department...

Page 20: ...NOTES AUTOPRO 20...

Page 21: ...electrically live parts or electrode with skin or wet clothing Insulate yourself from work and ground No toque las partes o los electrodos bajo carga con la piel o ropa moja da Aislese del trabajo y...

Page 22: ...e Be und Entl ftung des Arbeitsplatzes Mantenha seu rosto da fuma a Use ventila o e exhaust o para remover fumo da zona respirat ria Turn power off before servicing Desconectar el cable de ali mentaci...

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