Troubleshooting and repair, Caution – Lincoln Electric SVM143-A User Manual
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F-7
TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR
F-7
DH-10
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual.
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S)
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
The wire feed speed does not
change when welding current is
established.
The voltmeter does not function
properly. The welding may vary
from normal performance. The wire
feeds properly.
1. The “run-in” and “weld” wire
feed speeds may be set at the
same value.
2. Check the current sensing reed
switch leads and connectors for
loose or faulty corrections. See
the Wiring Diagram.
1. Make sure the dip switch set-
tings on the control board are
correct for the power source
being used. See
2. Make sure the voltage sense
leads are connected.
A. Lead #67 has continuity
(zero ohms) to the electrode.
B. Lead #21 has continuity
(zero ohms) to the work
piece.
1. Check the current sensing reed
switch for proper operation.
A. While not welding the volt-
age at pins 3Jl to 4J1 should
be approximately 12 VDC.
The reed switch should be
open. If the 12 VDC is miss-
ing either the reed switch is
stuck closed or the control
board is defective.
B. While welding current is
flowing the voltage at pins
3J1 to 4J1 should be
approximately 0 VDC. The
reed switch should be
closed. If the voltage is not
at or near 0VDC, the reed
switch is faulty.
2. The control board may be
faulty.
1. The control board may be
faulty.
2. The display board may be
defective.
FUNCTION PROBLEMS (Continued)
CAUTION
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 216-383-2531 or 1-800-833-9353.
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