Troubleshooting - Sealey 180XT.V2 Instruction Manual

9. TROUBLESHOOTING

9.1. Machine frequently cuts out: (A) The welder is being overworked causing the thermostatic control to activate. (B) May also be due
to a sticking electrode causing the machine to cut out for up to ten minutes. Cut out will automatically reset when welder has cooled.
9.2. Difficulty in striking an arc:
PROBLEM
Arc becomes unsteady or is
difficult to strike
Welder overheats and cuts out
Arc will not strike or is difficult to
strike after the welder is switched
on
Cooling fan not working
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a). The electrode is damp. Heat it up to 60º - 70º before using.
b). Wrong type of electrode.
CAUSE
1. Input voltage too low
2. Use of a thinner, non standard Welding cable
resulting in too much resistance.
3. Welding cable quick connector not properly
tightened resulting in excessive resistance.
4. Regulation screw and nut worn out.
5. Faulty power switch
1. Welder overloaded
2.Cooling fan broken
1. No input voltage from power source
2. Partial winding short circuit
1. Faulty start up capacitor
2. Motor burned out
3. Faulty wiring
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Kempson Way, Suffolk Business Park,
Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk,
IP32 7AR
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SOLUTION
1. Ensure that the power supply is of the required
specification for the welder.
2. Use the correct cable as supplied with the machine.
3 Ensure that cable quick connector is fully inserted
and turned through 180º.
4. Replace worn parts.
5. Replace power switch.
1. Wait for welder to cool down, then operate it within
the requirements of the duty cycle.
2. Repair or replace the cooling fan
1. Check power source wiring, switch and fuse
2. Return welder to supplier for repair
1. Replace capacitor
2. Replace motor
3. Check wiring
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180XT.V2 Issue: 1 - 08/08/14