Troubleshooting Table - Hobart Handler 135 Owner's Manual

5-8. Troubleshooting Table

Trouble
No weld output; wire does not feed; fan Secure power cord plug in receptacle (see Section 3-6).
does not run.
No weld output; wire does not feed; fan
motor continues to run.
No weld output; wire feeds.
Low weld output.
Electrode wire feeding stops during Straighten gun cable and/or replace damaged parts.
welding.
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Replace building line fuse or reset circuit breaker if open.
Place Power switch in On position (see Section 4-1).
Reset welding power source circuit breaker if open.
Thermostat TP1 open (overheating). Allow fan to run with gun trigger switch off; thermostat closes when
unit has cooled (see Section 2-2).
Secure gun trigger leads (see Section 3-1).
Connect work clamp to get good metal to metal contact.
Replace contact tip (see Section 5-5).
Check for proper polarity connections (see Section 3-4).
Check thumbscrew securing gun end to feed head adapter and tighten if necessary.
Connect unit to proper input voltage or check for low line voltage.
Place voltage switch in desired position (see Section 4-1).
Adjust drive roll pressure (see Section 3-10).
Change to proper drive roll groove (see Section 5-4).
Readjust hub tension (see Section 3-9).
Replace contact tip if blocked (see Section 5-5).
Clean or replace wire inlet guide or liner if dirty or plugged (see Section 5-4 or Section 5-6).
Replace drive roll or pressure bearing if worn or slipping (see Section 5-4).
Secure gun trigger leads or repair leads (see Section 3-1).
Check and clear any restrictions at drive assembly and liner (see Section 3-10 or Section 5-6).
Release gun trigger and allow gun and motor protection circuitry to reset.
Have nearest Factory Authorized Service Agent check drive motor.
Remedy