SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
6-1. Routine Maintenance
Every Use
Inspect
Tips
6-2. Troubleshooting
Trouble
No weld output.
Low weld output.
Longer than normal weld time required.
Burn through at point of weld.
Y Disconnect power before maintaining.
3 Months
Check line fuses, and replace if necessary.
Dress or replace tips (see Section 4-1).
Check tip threads. Replace tips if necessary (see Section 4-1).
Remove and clean tongs (see Section 4-2).
Clean ends of tongs and tong holders (see Section 4-2).
Dress or replace tips (see Section 4-1).
Clean workpieces.
Adjust tong pressure (see Section 4-3).
Clean ends of tongs and tong holders (see Section 4-2).
Check input line voltage.
Adjust tong pressure (see Section 4-3).
Dress or replace tips (see Section 4-1).
Realign tips (see Section 4-2).
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OR
Replace
Unreadable
Labels
Remedy
6 Months
Blow Off
Or
Vacuum
Unit
During Heavy Service,
Clean Monthly
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