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E-7
TROUBLESHOOTING
E-7
PRECISION TIG 225
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
CAUTION
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
Stick electrode “Blasts Off” when arc
is struck.
Stick electrode “sticks” in the weld
puddle.
Variable or sluggish welding arc
when welding in the Stick mode.
1. Weld current may be set too high
for electrode size. Reduce current
control setting, or use a larger
diameter electrode.
1. The weld current may be set too
low. Increase the current control
setting or use a smaller diameter
electrode.
1. Check work and electrode cables
for loose or poor connections.
2. The weld cables may be too small
or too long to permit the desired
current to flow.
3. The weld current may be set too
low.
If all recommended possible areas of
misadjustment have been checked
and the problem persists, Contact
your local Lincoln Authorized
Field Service Facility.
STICK WELDING PROBLEMS