
OUTPUT PROBLEMS
Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S)
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely,
contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
Call 1-888-935-3877.
CAUTION
No DC welding output. AC
welding output and auxiliary
power is normal.
1. Make sure the Polarity Switch
(S2) is in the proper position
and is “seated” correctly.
2. Make sure the electrode and
polarity are correct for the
process being used.
1. Perform the
Output Bridge
Test
.
2. Check the Choke (L1), the
Polarity switch (S2) and
associated wires for loose or
faulty connections. Check the
choke winding for continuity
and test to be sure it is NOT
grounded with the choke iron.
No AC welding output. DC
welding output and auxiliary
power is normal.
1. Make sure the Polarity Switch
(S2) is in the proper position and
is “seated” correctly.
2. Make sure the electrode is
correct for the process being
used.
3. Make sure the welding cables
are not coiled or too long.
1. Check the operation of the
Polarity Switch (S2). Also
check the associated wires for
loose or faulty connections.
See Wiring Diagram.
2. Check for continuity from lead
“S2” to lead “E” located in the
main stator. See Wiring
Diagram.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR
F-8
F-8
RANGER® 225 GXT
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