Lincoln Electric POWER MIG IM736-D - Manual (Page 33)

POWER MIG 300
E-5 E-5 TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
Gas does not flow when gun trigger
is pulled.
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S)
1. Make sure gas supply is con-
nected properly and turned “on”.
2. If the gas solenoid does actuate
(click) when the gun trigger is
pulled there may be a restriction
in the gas supply line.
3. The gun cable assembly may be
faulty. Check or replace.
4. If gas solenoid does not operate
when gun trigger is pulled the
problem is within the POWER
MIG 300.
5. Make sure the gun is pushed all
the way into gun mount and is
properly seated.
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
If all recommended possible areas
of misadjustment have been
checked and the problem persists,
Contact your local Lincoln
Authorized Field Service Facility.
GAS FLOW PROBLEMS
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
LOCAL AUTHORIZED LINCOLN ELECTRIC FIELD SERVICE FACILITY for assistance before you proceed.
CAUTION
Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.