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Figure 5-2. Checking Detector Pins And Checking/Replacing Shield Cup, Tip, And Electrode
5-3.
Troubleshooting
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
•
Do not touch live electrical parts.
•
Turn Off power source, and disconnect input power
before inspecting, maintaining, or servicing.
HOT PARTS can cause severe burns.
•
Allow cooling period before maintaining or servicing.
Troubleshooting to be performed only by qualified
persons.
WARNING
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Table 5-1. Cutting Trouble
Trouble
Remedy
Section
Sparks come out top of cut, or cut is not
clean.
Torch travel speed too fast; reduce travel speed.
Figure 4-2
Check torch tip and electrode, and replace if necessary.
5-2
Metal being cut is too thick; increase power source Thickness
control setting.
*
Arc goes out while cutting.
Make sure torch tip is touching metal while cutting.
Figure 4-2
Be sure work clamp is securely attached.
*
Arc goes on and off while cutting.
Torch travel speed is too slow; increase travel speed.
Figure 4-2
Check torch tip and electrode, and replace if necessary.
5-2
*See power source Owner’s Manual.
