Faults – Causes – Troubleshooting
CAUTION: ALWAYS CHECK POWER FUSES FIRST!
Fault
Cause
1.
Fuse activated
1.
Even welding impossible
1.
Fragile or porous weld
1.
Welding current not
available
2.
Checks and Maintenance
Checks and Maintenance Safety Instructions
The unit may be a reliable tool only if maintained and cared for on a regular basis. Insufficient maintenance
and care may cause unexpected accidents and injuries.
Check and Maintenance Schedule
Time Interval
Description
Before each start of work
Spare Parts
Returns of goods and orders of spare parts will be carried out fast in an expeditious manner
by means of an applicable servicing form to be downloaded at
http://www.guede.com/support
The form may be also requested at
Tel.:
+49 (0) 79 04 / 700-0
Fax:
+49 (0) 79 04 / 700-250
E-Mail: info@guede.com
Class A (IEC 60974-10):
If you intend to use the apparatus in residential surroundings supplied by the low voltage mains supply,
an electromagnetic filter may be required to suppress electrical disturbance to a level where they will no
longer be a nuisance to the user.
The apparatus may be used in industrial or other areas where power is not supplied by municipal LV
mains.
Class A apparatus are not intended for use in residential areas where power is supplied via municipal LV
mains, since unfavourable power conditions may cause interference.
As a user, you must make sure, after consultation with your energy provider, if necessary, that your point
of connection on which the machine is to be operated meets the requirements above.
The user is responsible for faults arising from the welding.
Welding current too high for the fuse.
Poor earthing contact on the cable /tongs
Unclean piece
Reverse conduct of the welding current doe
not provide right contact Thermal protection
light on
Defective electronics
Check the unit for correct function. Never work with defective unit.
Check the cable for damage. Replace it with a new one of same quality if
necessary.
Troubleshooting
1.
Use a stronger fuse.
2.
Use inertial fuse.
1.
Clean the piece and provide for a good contact
2.
Check the cable and clean if necessary.
1.
Remove any rust, grease and other impurities
before getting down to the welding job.
1.
Check the reverse line of welding current for good
contact
2.
Let the unit cool down. The work may be
continued when the light indicator goes off .
3.
Inform servicing department
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