8. wire drive/gun, Troubleshooting table – Hobart Welding Products BETA-MIG 1800 User Manual

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4-8.

Wire Drive/Gun

Troubleshooting Table

Wire Drive/Gun Trouble

Remedy

Electrode wire feeding stops during
welding.

Straighten gun cable and/or replace damaged parts (see Section 4-3).

Adjust drive roll pressure (see Section 2-11).

Readjust hub tension (see Section 2-7).

Check circuit breakers CB1 and/or CB2, and reset if necessary (see Section 4-2).

Replace contact tip if blocked (see Section 4-5).

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

Replace drive roll if worn or slipping (see Section 4-6).

Secure gun plug in receptacle or repair leads, or replace trigger switch (see Section 4-4 and/or 4-3).

Check and clear any restrictions at drive assembly and liner (see Section 4-3).

Have nearest Factory Authorized Service Agent check drive motor.

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