Harbor Freight Tools 66787 Welding System User Manual


 
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause(s) Likely Solution(s)
Welder will not turn on. No power at electrical outlet.1.
Power Cord not connected.2.
Line voltage incorrect.3.
Check power at electrical outlet.1.
Check that Power Cord is plugged 2.
in.
Make sure the Welder is plugged 3.
into a 240VAC electrical outlet.
No weld output with
ready light on.
Weld Cable loose.1.
Improper Ground Clamp-to-2.
workpiece connection.
Tighten Weld Cable connection at 1.
Welder.
Make sure the area where the 2.
Ground Clamp is attached is
clean, exposed metal, and free of
dirt, paint, and oil.
No weld output with high
temperature light on.
Welder overheated.1.
Duty cycle or amps too high.2.
Airow is blocked.3.
Allow unit to cool with Fan on.1.
Reduce duty cycle or amps.2.
Clean Vents and Fan out with 3.
compressed air.
Erratic or improper arc or
welding output.
Bad connections.1.
Polarity incorrect.2.
Workpiece painted or dirty.3.
Clean and tighten all connections.1.
Connect polarity correctly.2.
Clean workpiece thoroughly.3.
Fan not operating. Fan blocked.1.
Fan dirty.2.
Fan burnt out.3.
Remove obstruction.1.
Clean out Fan with compressed 2.
air.
Have the Fan replaced by a 3.
qualied service technician.
Main supply fuse shuts
off frequently.
Circuit Breaker is too low 1.
amperage.
Install a dedicated 25 amp Circuit 1.
Breaker.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the
Welder. Disconnect power supply before servicing.
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