8. troubleshooting table – Miller Electric 172 M-10 Gun User Manual

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5-8.

Troubleshooting Table

Trouble

Remedy

No weld output; wire does not feed; fan

Secure power cord plug in receptacle (see Section 3-5).

does not run.

Replace building line fuse or reset circuit breaker if open (see Section 3-5).

Secure gun trigger plug in receptacle (see Section 3-2).

Place Power switch in On position (see Section 4-1).

No weld output; wire does not feed; fan
motor continues to run.

Check Voltage control knob. Switch must “click” into detent position 1, 2, 3, or 4 for proper contact (see
Section 4-1).

Thermostat TP1 open (overheating). Allow fan to run; thermostat closes when unit has cooled (see
Section 2-3).

Check and replace motor fuse F1, if necessary (see Section 5-2).

Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check all board connections and shut down PC1 board.

No weld output; wire feeds.

Connect work clamp to get good metal to metal contact.

Replace contact tip (see Section 5-5).

Check for proper connections at polarity changeover board (see Section 3-2).

Low weld output.

Connect unit to proper input voltage or check for low line voltage.

Place voltage switch in desired position (see Section 4-1).

Electrode wire feeding stops during

Straighten gun cable and/or replace damaged parts (see Section 5-6).

welding.

Adjust drive roll pressure (see Section 3-7).

Change to proper drive roll groove (see Section 3-7).

Readjust hub tension (see Section 3-6).

Replace contact tip if blocked (see Section 5-5).

Clean or replace wire inlet guide or liner if dirty or plugged (see Section 5-4 and/or 5-6).

Replace drive roll or pressure bearing if worn or slipping (see Section 5-4).

Secure gun trigger plug in receptacle or repair leads, or replace trigger switch (see Section 3-2).

Check motor fuse F1, and replace if necessary (see Section 5-2).

Check and clear any restrictions at drive assembly and liner (see Section 5-4 and/or 5-6).

Have nearest Factory Authorized Service Agent check drive motor.

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