Troubleshooting - Chicago Electric 55167 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

90 amp flux wire welder

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Be CERTAIN to shut off the Welder, disconnect it from power, and discharge the torch to

ground before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing the unit.

WIRE FEED MOTOR RUNS BUT WIRE DOES NOT FEED PROPERLY

1. Insufficient wire feed pressure:

Increase wire feed pressure properly - follow steps 12-15 on page 13.

2. Incorrect wire feed roll size:

Replace with the proper one - .8 mm (.030") - follow the Installing the wire reel instruc-

tions, starting on page 12.

3. Damaged torch, cable, or liner assembly:

Have a qualified technician inspect these parts and replace as necessary.

WIRE CREATES A BIRD'S NEST DURING OPERATION

1. Excess wire feed pressure:

Adjust wire feed pressure properly - follow steps 12-15 on page 13.

2. Incorrect contact tip size:

Replace with the proper tip for .030" wire (0.9 mm).

3. Gun end not inserted into drive housing properly:

Loosen gun securing bolt and push gun end into housing just enough so that it does not

touch wire feed mechanism.

4. Damaged liner:

Have a qualified technician inspect and repair/replace as necessary.

1. Wire not feeding properly:

See first troubleshooting section above.

2. Incorrect contact tip size:

Replace with the proper tip for .030" wire (0.9 mm).

3. Incorrect wire feed speed:

Adjust wire feed speed to achieve a more stable arc.

4. Loose torch cable or ground cable:

Check to ensure that all connections are tight.

5. Damaged torch or loose connection within torch:

Have a qualified technician inspect and repair/replace as necessary.

If the steps above do not solve the problem or if the repairs involved are too

SKU 55167

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