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TROUBLESHOOTING
ACCESSORIES
A wide range of tools and accessories is available from your nearest CLARKE
dealer, for further information, contact your nearest dealer, or telephone
CLARKE International Sales department on 01992 565300.I
IMPORTANT: The use of parts other than CLARKE replacement parts may
result in safety hazards, decreased tool performance and may invalidate
your warranty.
Problem
Probable Cause
Remedy
Welding tip popping Tip is operated at too low
heat.
Nozzle too large
Tip too close to work
Increase pressures, consult
tip table (page 13).
Use next smallest size nozzle
Move tip further from the
work area.
Flames not clearly
defined, smooth or
even.
Dirty tip
Clean with tip cleaner or
replace nozzle.
Regulator not
holding constant
pressure.
Defective seat.
Return unit for replacement.
Cutting tip popping. Nozzle loose
Seat nicked
Tighten nozzle nut
Replace nozzle
Difficult to light.
Too much pressure.
Consult pressure table.
(page 9).
Flame changes
during cutting.
Oxygen needle valve on
torch handle partly
closed.
Oxygen cylinder almost
empty.
Fully open oxygen valve.
Replace cylinder with a full
one.
