Lincoln Electric Power MIG 260 Operator's Manual page 28

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POWER MIG 260
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
Output voltage and wire feed is present
when gun trigger is not pulled (not
activated).
Machine output is low. Welds are "cold",
weld bead is rounded or bumped up
demonstrating poor wetting into plate.
No wire feed when gun trigger is pulled.
Fans run, gas flows and machine has
correct open circuit voltage (38V Max.) –
weld output.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Lincoln Authorized Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
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POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENTS(S)
1. Remove gun assembly from machine. If
problem is solved, gun assembly is
faulty. Repair or replace.
2. If problem persists when gun assembly
is removed from machine, then the
problem is within the POWER MIG
260.
1. Check input voltage. Make sure input
voltage matches nameplate rating and
reconnect panel configuration.
2. Make sure settings for wire feed speed
and voltage are correct for the process
being used.
3. Make sure output polarity is correct for
process being used.
4. Check welding cables and gun assembly
for loose or faulty connections.
FEEDING PROBLEMS
1. If the wire drive motor is running, make
sure that the correct drive rolls are
installed in the machine.
2. Check for clogged cable liner or contact
tip.
3. Check for proper size cable liner and
contact tip.
4. Check if the spool gun mode is selected
on the screen.
5. Check wire spindle for ease of rotation
and adjust break tension knob if
necessary.
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RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
If all recommended possible areas of
misadjustment have been checked and the
problem persists, Contact your local Lincoln
Authorized Field Service Facility.
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If all recommended possible areas of
misadjustment have been checked and the
problem persists, Contact your local Lincoln
Authorized Field Service Facility.
TROUBLESHOOTING