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If you have any problems which cannot be resolved by reference to the

above, or if you require spare parts for your welder please contact your local

Clarke dealer.

Loose coils of

wire tangle

around wire

drum inside

machine.

Locking knob too slack.

Tighten locking knob slightly. Do

not over-tighten.

Erratic wire

feed.

Tensioning knob too tight.

Loosen tensioning knob slightly.

Tension roller worn.

Check and replace if

necessary.

Insufficient pressure on

tension roller.

Increase pressure on tension

roller.

Caution: Do not over-tighten.

Wire dirty, rusty, damp or

bent.

Re-cut wire and ensure it is

clean.

Liner partially blocked.

Clean with compressed air.

Poor quality

welds.

Insufficient gas at weld

area.

Check that gas is not being

blown away by draughts and if

so move to a more sheltered

work area. If no increase gas

supply.

Rusty, painted, damp, oil or

greasy workpiece.

Ensure workpiece is clean and

dry.

Rusty/dirty wire.

Ensure wire is clean and dry.

Poor earth contact.

Check earth clamp/workpiece

connection.

Welder cuts out

whilst in use.

Duty cycle exceeded (auto

cut-out operates).

Allow welder to cool 15-30 mins

before continuing.

Note: If duty cycle is continually

exceeded, damage to the

welder may result and welder

output is probably too small for

application.

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