Miller Electric 140 Auto-Set Welding System User Manual


 
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6-8. Troubleshooting Table
Trouble Remedy
No weld output; wire does not feed; fan
does not run.
Secure power cord plug in receptacle (see Section 4-7 or 4-8).
does not run.
Replace building line fuse or reset circuit breaker if open.
Place Power switch in On position (see Section 5-2, 5-1, or 5-3).
Reset welding power source supplementary protector if open.
No weld output; wire does not feed; fan
motor continues to run.
Thermostat TP1 open (overheating). Allow fan to run with gun trigger switch off; thermostat closes when
unit has cooled (see Section 6-3).
Secure gun trigger plug (see Section 4-1).
Release gun trigger and cycle unit power off and back on again.
No weld output; wire feeds.
Connect work clamp to get good metal to metal contact.
Replace contact tip (see Section 6-5).
Check for proper polarity connections (see Section 4-5).
Check thumbscrew securing gun end to feed head adapter and tighten if necessary.
Low weld output. Connect unit to proper input voltage or check for low line voltage.
Place Power switch in On position (see Section 5-2, 5-1, or 5-3).
Electrode wire feeding stops during
welding.
Straighten gun cable and/or replace damaged parts.
welding.
Adjust drive roll pressure (see Section 4-11).
Change to proper drive roll groove (see Section 6-4).
Readjust hub tension (see Section 4-10).
Be sure that wire is positioned in proper drive roll groove and wire is laying in the groove.
Replace contact tip if blocked (see Section 6-5). Oversized tip may be required for some wires.
Clean or replace wire inlet guide or liner if dirty or plugged (see Section 6-4 or Section 6-6).
Replace drive roll or pressure bearing if worn or slipping (see Section 6-4).
Secure gun trigger plug (see Section 4-1).
Check and clear any restrictions at drive assembly and liner (see Section 6-4 or Section 6-6).
Release gun trigger and allow gun and motor protection circuitry to reset.
Have nearest Factory Authorized Service Agent check drive motor.