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Failure
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Unit Does Not Power Up
Unit is not plugged in.
Plug in unit.
Input power circuit breaker is not on.
Reset the input power circuit breaker.
The main power switch is not working.
Replace the main power switch.
Protection Indicator Is On
The internal temperature is too high.
Leave the power on and let the fan cool the unit.
Output will continue when the unit has cooled.
Input Power Voltage is Too High or
Too Low.
Meter Input Power Voltage. This unit must be
used with input voltage that ranges from 120V
AC plus or minus 15%.
Cooling fan is damaged.
Replace the cooling fan.
Can Not Create An Arc
Work piece is painted or rusty.
Remove all paint and rust.
Ground clamp Is connected where
there is paint or rust.
Remove all paint and rust so ground clamp is
connected to bare metal.
Ground clamp is not electronically
connected to the work piece.
Make certain the ground clamp is connected to
the work piece.
Electrode Holder or ground cable
getting hot. Output Connections
Getting Hot.
Weld cable connections loose.
Check to make certain weld cables are tight.
Weld cable connections have
corroded.
Clean weld connections and reinstall.
Poor Welding Performance,
excessive spatter
Damp electrode.
Use fresh and dry electrodes.
Electrode Sticks
The electrode is kept in contact with
the work piece for too long while
striking an arc.
This will take practice. Keep trying.
Welding Bead Is Too Thin
The welding travel speed is too fast.
Reduce the welding travel speed. Maybe
incorporate a slight weave over the joint.
Welding Bead Is Too Thick
The welding travel speed is to slow.
Increase the welding travel speed.
For Assistance, Contact The Welder Help Line At 877-304-0294