Lincoln Electric MAXsa 19 MSA Operator's Manual page 17

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Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
ARCLINK SYSTEM ERROR CODES
Err 81 Motor Overload (long
term)
Err 82 Motor overload, short
term.
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
1. The wire drive motor has over-
heated. Check that the electrode
slides easily through feed system.
2. Remove tight bends from the
feed conduit
3. Check that the wire reel brake is
not too tight.
4. Verify a high quality electrode is
being used.
5. Wait for the error to reset and the
motor to cool (approximately 1
minute).
6. Long term average motor current
limit has been
Typically indicates mechanical
overload of system. If problem
continues consider higher torque
gear ratio (lower speed range).
1. The wire drive motor current draw
has exceeded limits, usually
because the motor is in a locked
rotor state. Check that motor can
turn freely when idle arm is open.
2. Verify that the gears are free of
debris and dirt.
3. Check items listed for long term
overload (Err 81).
CAUTION
MAXsa™ 19 MSA
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
exceeded.
If all recommended possible areas
of misadjustment have been
checked and the problem persists,
Contact
Authorized Field Service Facility.
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your local Lincoln