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Allow machine to sit for 5 minutes minimum to allow the power capacitors to discharge before
working inside this equipment.
Do not touch electrically live parts
1. Periodically remove the side/top panels of machine and clean out machine with a low
pressure dry air line paying particular attention to PC Boards, Fan blades, HF points
2. Inspect input and output cables & hoses for fraying, cuts & bare spots
3. Keep tig torch and cables in good condition
4. Clean air vents to ensure proper air flow and cooling
5. The fan motor has sealed bearings which requires no maintenance
Troubleshooting
Service & repair should only be performed by R-Tech welding trained personnel. Unauthorized
repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician and machine
operator and will invalidate your warranty. For your safety and to avoid electric shock, please
observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual
The troubleshooting guide is provided to help you locate possible machine malfunctions.
Simply follow the 3 step procedure below
Step 1 Locate problem (symptom)
Look under the column labeled ‘Problem (symptoms)’. This column describes possible
symptoms that the machine may exhibit. Find the listing that best describes the symptom that
the machine is exhibiting
Step 2 - Possible Cause
The second column labeled ‘possible cause’ lists the obvious external possibilities that may
contribute to the machine symptom
Step 3 - Recommended course of action
This column provides a course of action for the possible cause, generally it states to contact
R-Tech welding for repair of machine on 01452 733933 or email: techsupport@r-
techwelding.co.uk
Output Problems
Problems
Symptoms
Rec. Course of
action
Machine is dead – No Output
– No fan
1 Make sure the input switch
is in the ‘ON ‘ position
2 Check the input voltage at
the machine. Input voltage
must match the rating plate.
Refer to installation in this
manual.
If all recommended areas of
fault have been checked and
problem persists, Contact
R-Tech Welding for repair.
