Lincoln Electric FlexCut 80 Operator's Manual page 39

FLEXCUT™ 80
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
Pilot arc starts but will not transfer when
brought near work.
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.
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENTS
1. Check work lead connection for clean,
secure connection.
2. Plasma will only cut conductive material.
Do not attempt to cut fiberglass, plastic,
rubber, PVC or any other non-conduc-
tive material.
3. Make sure work piece is clean and dry.
Remove any scale, rust or dross.
4. Check all connections to Control board.
5. Possible faulty Control board.
E-5
If all recommended possible areas of mis-
adjustment have been checked and the
problem persists, Contact your local
Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility.
CAUTION
TROUBLESHOOTING
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION