E-2
TROUBLESHOOTING
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
FX360XL
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION
Major physical or electrical
damage is evident when the
sheet metal covers are
removed.
1. Contact your local authorized Lincoln Electric
Field Service facility for technical assistance.
If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have
been checked and the problem persists,
Contact your
local Lincoln Authorized Field Service
Facility.
Machine won’t weld, can’t
get any output.
1. If the displays show an Err ###see the
fault section for corrective action.
2 If the thermal symbol is lit refer to the
thermal section.
3 If the output terminals are in remote
control switch to "ON" and check for
output voltage. If output voltage is now
present check for correct remote control
connection and operation.
Thermal symbol is lit
1. Check for proper fan operation.
- Check for material blocking intake or
exhaust louvers.
- Blow air in the rear louvers to clear dirt
from the fan.
Note: The Fan As Needed circuitry
automatically shuts off the fan 5 minutes
after welding has stopped.
2. Welding output ratings may have been
exceeded. Allow the machine to cool
down and reset.
Wire feeder won’t work.
Apparently no power to wire
feeder
1. Check the control cable connectors on the
case front of the machine to make sure
it is properly connected.
2. Check circuit breaker on the case back of
the machine. Reset if necessary.
3. Check the control cable between the
power source and the wire feeder for
continuity.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Lincoln Authorized Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
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