Lincoln Electric IDEALARC SP-255 Service Manual page 63

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
The contact tip seizes in the gas dif-
fuser.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric
Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENTS(S)
WELDING PROBLEMS
1. The tip is being over heated due
to excessive high current and /or
high duty cycle welding.
2. A light application of high temper-
ature antisieze lubricant (such as
Lincoln E2607 Graphite Grease)
may be applied to the contact tip
threads.
CAUTION
IDEALARC
COURSE OF ACTION
SP-255
®
F-10
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