section 6
6.4 testing and replacing components
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power semiconductor components
Three categories of power semiconductors include;
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Power Rectifiers
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Freewheeling Diodes
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IGBTs
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Replace a PC board only until a problem was isolated to that board.
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Always disconnect power before removing or installing a PC board.
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Do not grasp or pull on board components.
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Always place a removed board on a static free surface.
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If a PC board is found to be a problem, check with your ESAB distribu-
tor for a replacement. Provide the distributor with the part number of
the board as well as the serial number of the power source.
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Do not attempt to repair the board yourself. Warranty will be voided if
repaired by the customer or an unauthorized repair shop.
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