Trouble Shooting - Lincoln Electric HELIX M45 Operator's Manual

HELIX M45 WELD HEAD
®
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
Auto Height does not operate /
operates incorrectly.
Travel is inconsistent.
No oscillation /
inconsistent oscillation.
Wire does not feed properly.
Gas issues
Tractor drags on work surface
If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked and the problem persists,
Contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Services Facility.
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
1. Weld settings are incorrect.
2. Auto height is disabled.
3. Inconsistent wire feeding
4. Wire binding in contact tip.
1. Clutch is not fully engaged.
2. Loose communication cable.
3. Step travel is engaged.
1. Loose communication cable.
2. Oscillation settings are
incorrect
3. Oscillation arms binding on
wipers.
4. Worn oscillator belt.
1. Drive rolls are worn/damaged
2. Wire guides are restricting wire
passage.
3. Wire binding in contact tip.
4. Wire liner is kinked.
1. Gas supply is shut off.
2. Gas tank is empty.
3. Gas hose is kinked.
1. Track is improperly installed.
CAUSE
CAUTION
F-1

TROUBLE SHOOTING

RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
1. Check WFS/Amps
2. Check auto height is on.
3. Check wire.
4. Check contact tip.
1. Check clutch latch to ensure it
is engaged (locked).
2. Check all cable connections.
3. Check travel settings.
1. Check all cable connections.
2. Check oscillator settings on
jog screen.
3. Check wipers for free
movement.
4. Check oscillator belt.
1. Check drive rolls
2. Check wire feed for blockage.
3. Check contact tip.
4. Check for kinks or obstruc-
tions in the torch or wire liner.
1. Verify gas is turned on.
2. Verify there is gas present in
the tank.
3. Check the gas line for kinks or
obstructions.
1. Check that the shoes are all
equally spaced around the
track.