8.0 Periodic Maintenance
In maintenance of the unit, take into consideration
the rate of use and the environment it is used
in. When the unit is used properly and serviced
regularly you will avoid unnecessary disturbances
in use and production.
8.1
Daily Maintenance
Perform the following maintenance daily:
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Clean electrode holder. Replace damaged or
•
worn parts.
Check tightness of welding and earth cable
•
connections.
Check condition of mains and welding cables.
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See that there is enough space in front of and
•
back of the unit for ventilation.
8.2
Troubleshooting
Main switch signal light is not lit.
Unit does not get electricity.
Check mains fuses.
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Check mains cable and plug.
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Unit does not weld well.
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Arc is uneven and goes off. Electrode gets stuck
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in weld pool.
Check welding settings and adjust when
•
necessary.
Check that the work return clamp is properly
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fixed and that contact surface is clean and the
cable is undamaged.
Signal light for overheating is lit.
The unit has overheated. See 4.0 Operating
•
Functions.
Check that there is ample space in front of and
•
back of the unit for ventilation.
Check welding settings. See 4.0 Operating
•
Functions.
If problems in use are not solved with above
•
mentioned measures, please contact your local
BOC representative.
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