TROUBLESHOOTING
The following TROUBLESHOOTING information and tables are provided as a guide to help resolve
some of the more common problems that could be encountered. Should you or qualified repair
personnel be unable to resolve a problem or determine which of the possible solutions will remedy a
specific problem, contact WELDER SERVICE for over-the-phone diagnostic assistance at: (800) 458-
6447.
FRONT PANEL – TROUBLESHOOTING ERROR CODES
In some cases, error codes may appear on the digital display. The table below indicates the type of
error. Record these error codes when calling Technical Service.
DISPLAY
F14
F10 - F11 - F12 -F13
F 15
F20 - F30 - F51 - F52 - F53 -
F54 -F55 - F56
GENERAL CUTTING PROBLEMS – TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom
Difficult
maintain arc
Build up of dross
underneath cut
Difficulty
penetrating
workpiece
CORRECTION/RESET
Make sure that the nozzle cap is properly
installed and tightened firmly. Switch the
power OFF and then ON again.
Switch the power OFF and then ON
again.
WELDER SERVICE.
Make sure that the torch trigger is not
pressed when switching the unit ON.
Switch the unit OFF and then ON again.
Switch the power OFF and then ON
again.
WELDER SERVICE.
Possible Causes
Worn consumables
to
Moist air
Torch angle wrong
Worn consumables
Travel rate too slow
Cutting power set too high
Worn consumables
Travel rate too fast
Cutting power set too low
If the failure code persists call
If the failure code persists call
Corrective Action
Replace consumables
Add water trap to incoming air supply line
Hold torch perpendicular to workpiece
Replace consumables
Increase speed of torch travel
Reduce amperage
Replace consumables
Decrease speed of torch travel
Increase amperage
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