Lincoln Electric RED-D-ARC VIPER Operator's Manual page 28

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Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
Pilot arc starts but will not transfer
when brought near work.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Local Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
TROUBLESHOOTING
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S)
1. Check work lead connection for
clean, secure connection.
2. Plasma will only cut conductive
material. Do not attempt to cut
fiberglass, plastic, rubber, PVC or
any other non-conductive material.
3. Make sure work piece is clean
and dry. Remove any scale, rust
or dross.
4. Check all connections to Output
board.
5. Possible faulty Control board.
CAUTION
VIPER
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
If all recommended possible areas of
misadjustment have been checked
and the problem persists, Contact
your local Authorized Field
Service Facility.
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