Tweco 400 TS Arcmaster User Manual
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10.03 Power Source Problems
Description
Possible
Cause
Remedy
1 The welding arc
cannot be
established.
A
B
The Primary supply voltage has
not been switched on.
The Welding Power Source
switch is switched off.
A
B
Switch on the Primary
supply voltage.
Switch on the Welding
Power Source.
C Loose connections internally.
C Have an accredited Thermal Arc
Service Agent repair
the connection.
2 Maximum
output
welding current
cannot be achieved
with nominal Mains
supply voltage.
Defective control circuit.
Have an accredited Thermal Arc
Service Agent repair the
connection.
3 Welding
current
reduces when
welding.
A
B
C
D
E
Loose welding cable
connections.
Incorrect welding cable size.
Improper input connections.
Poor electrode condition.
Wrong welding polarity.
A
B
C
D
E
Tighten all welding cable
connections.
Use proper size and type
of cable.
Refer to Section 3.03.01 -
Electrical Input Requirements.
Replace electrode.
Verify output torch connections.
4 No gas flow when
the torch trigger
switch is depressed.
A
B
Gas hose is cut.
Gas passage contains impurities.
A
B
Replace gas hose.
Disconnect gas hose from the rear
of Power Source then raise gas
pressure and blow out impurities.
C Gas regulator turned off.
C Turn gas regulator on.
D Torch trigger switch lead is
disconnected or switch/cable
is faulty.
D Reconnect lead or repair faulty
switch/cable.