Troubleshooting - Chicago Electric 64057 Owner's Manual

troubleshooting

Be ceRtain to shut off the Welder, disconnect it from power, and discharge the
electrode Holder to ground before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing the unit.
problem
When Switched On 1. Tripped thermal protection device.
Power Indicator
Lights, But Welder
Does Not Function
2. Ground Clamp not attached
When Switched On 1. Unit is not connected to outlet properly.
Power Indicator
Does Not Light
2. Outlet is unpowered.
3. Circuit supplies insufficient
4. Circuit breaker has tripped due
Weak Arc Strength 1. Incorrect line voltage.
2. Improper gauge or length of cord.
Welding Arc Not Stable. 1. Loose Electrode Holder
2. Damaged Electrode Holder or loose
3. Adjust current setting.
Thermal Overload 1. Internal Fan not working.
Light it on.
2. Bad Ventilation.
3. Not observing Duty Cycle.
Internal Fan not working. Fan broken.
Follow all Safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
disconnect power supply before service.
Item 64057
iMpORtant!
possible causes
to workpiece.
input voltage or amperage.
to high input amperage.
cable or ground cable.
connection within Electrode Holder.
For technical questions, please call 1-888-380-0318.
likely Solutions
1. If Thermal Overload Indicator is illuminated, keep power on
and allow internal fan to cool the welder. When light goes
out, you may continue to weld.
Reduce duration or frequency of welding periods
to help reduce wear on the welder. Refer to
Duty Cycle (Duration of Use) on page 11.
2. Attach Ground Clamp to workpiece.
1. Verify the voltage at the outlet and
the connection to the outlet.
2. Check circuit breaker/GFCI devices. If any are tripped,
determine and remedy cause before resetting.
3. Verify that the circuit is designed to supply the required input
amperage as detailed in Specifications on page 7.
4. Press Reset Button to reset circuit breaker.
1. Check the line voltage and, if insufficient, have
a licensed electrician remedy the situation.
2. Do not use an extension cord on this Welder. Use
only one of the supplied power cords for this
Welder or an identical replacement cord.
1. Check to ensure that all connections are tight.
2. Have a qualified technician inspect and
repair/replace as necessary.
3. Make sure setting matches recommended setting on chart.
1. Have a qualified technician inspect and
repair/replace as necessary.
2. Improve ventilation in welding area.
3. Welder will automatically shut down if it over-heats.
Allow internal fan to cool Welder and when Thermal
overload light extinguishes, you may continue welding.
Have a qualified technician inspect and
repair/replace as necessary.
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