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TROUBLESHOOTING

E-2

MINIFLEX

Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

PROBLEMS

(SYMPTOMS)

POSSIBLE

CAUSE

RECOMMENDED

COURSE OF ACTION

Motor does not start.

Motor stops automatically.

Poor suction.

Unit will not sense current.

Unit automatically cycles between
low and high speeds.

1. Ensure 115 VAC input power is

available.

2. Circuit breaker tripped. Reset cir-

cuit breaker (See Electrical
Maintenance)

.

3. Carbon brushes worn. Check

brushes, replace if necessary.

1. Thermal protection is activated.

Check that the cooling underneath
the top cover and/or the outlet are
not obstructed.

1. Leakage. Check hose connections,

hose integrity.

2. Filter dirty. Replace both LongLife-

H™ Filter and HEPA filter.

3. Pre-filter dirty. Check pre-filter and

replace or clean using an industrial
vacuum cleaner. Use caution and
proper personal protection equip-
ment when cleaning pre-filter.

4. Improper application. Check hose

diameter and maximum length 24
ft. (7.5 m), check filter for oily con-
ditions.

5. Brushes worn in one of the motors.

Replace brushes in both motors.

1. Welding current too low. Loop

cable two or three times on current
sensor.

2. Current sensor or PC board dam-

aged. Replace sensor or PC
board.

1. Check connections from PC board

to motors.

2. Control panel/PC board damaged.

Replace control panel and PC
board.

If all recommended possible areas
of misadjustment have been
checked and the problem persists,

Contact your local Lincoln
Authorized Field Service
Facility.

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your

Local  Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility

for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.

CAUTION

Summary of Contents for MINIFLEX IM857

Page 1: ...7 June 2005 Safety Depends on You Lincoln arc welding and cutting equipment is designed and built with safety in mind However your overall safety can be increased by proper installation and thought fu...

Page 2: ...WEARERS SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR DOCTOR BEFORE OPERATING Read and understand the following safety highlights For additional safety information it is strongly recommended that you purchase a copy of...

Page 3: ...cal earth ground 3 f Maintain the electrode holder work clamp welding cable and welding machine in good safe operating condition Replace damaged insulation 3 g Never dip the electrode in water for coo...

Page 4: ...vent the welding sparks from starting a fire Remember that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas Avoid welding near hydraulic...

Page 5: ...appropri s et non inflammables 4 Des gouttes de laitier en fusion sont mises de l arc de soudage Se prot ger avec des v tements de protection libres de l huile tels que les gants en cuir chemise paiss...

Page 6: ...below for future reference This information can be found on your machine nameplate Product _________________________________________________________________________________ Model Number ______________...

Page 7: ...________________ Accessories Section C General Options Accessories C 1 ________________________________________________________________________ Maintenance Section D Safety Precautions D 1 Routine Mai...

Page 8: ...ated Mesh Screen Pre separator LongLife H Pretreated Cellulose Filter 130 sq ft 12 m2 Activated Carbon Filter HEPA High Efficiency Particulate Air Filter Up to 99 97 High Vacuum Low Volume Low 94 CFM...

Page 9: ...in 45mm O D K2389 9 16 ft 5m long x 1 3 4 in 45 mm O D K2389 8 Hose to Hose Adapter K2389 10 Hose Connection Outlet K2389 2 See section C and Miniflex brochure Publication E13 11 for more information...

Page 10: ...lame spraying Extraction of cement saw dust wood dust etc Extracting cigarettes cigars tissues and other burning particles objects and acids Any dangerous situations where there is a risk of an explos...

Page 11: ...ATION Use the Automatic Start Stop feature to extend the life of the carbon brushes In the auto setting Figure B 2 Item C the unit automatically starts and stops when the work cable of the welding mac...

Page 12: ...nd 400XA Magnum fume GMAW guns and the 350A 500A 250A FCAW SS fume guns can be connected to the Miniflex and its extraction hose For 250XA 400XA Magnum Guns see publication E13 10 For 350A 400A 250 FC...

Page 13: ...unit 4 Remove LongLife H Filter C 5 Remove the pre filter H 6 Clean pre filter with industrial vacuum cleaner or replace if necessary Use caution and proper personal protection equipment when cleanin...

Page 14: ...00 hours depend ing on usage Note Two sets of carbon brushes and seals are included with unit MINIFLEX CAUTION Carbon brush life depends on how unit is operat ed i e continuous operation or automatic...

Page 15: ...D 3 MAINTENANCE D 3 MINIFLEX A Side Clips B Top Cover C LongLife H Filter D Main Filter Seals E Outlet Cover F HEPA Filter G Carbon Brushes H Pre filter Figure D 1 G B F E A C D H A...

Page 16: ...CAUSE lists the obvious external possibilities that may contribute to the machine symptom Step 3 RECOMMENDED COURSE OF ACTION This column provides a course of action for the Possible Cause generally i...

Page 17: ...ace or clean using an industrial vacuum cleaner Use caution and proper personal protection equip ment when cleaning pre filter 4 Improper application Check hose diameter and maximum length 24 ft 7 5 m...

Page 18: ...t may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual The specific diagram for a particular code is pasted inside the machine on one of the enclosure panels If the diagram is illegible write t...

Page 19: ...electrically live parts or electrode with skin or wet clothing Insulate yourself from work and ground No toque las partes o los electrodos bajo carga con la piel o ropa moja da Aislese del trabajo y...

Page 20: ...e Be und Entl ftung des Arbeitsplatzes Mantenha seu rosto da fuma a Use ventila o e exhaust o para remover fumo da zona respirat ria Turn power off before servicing Desconectar el cable de ali mentaci...

Page 21: ...and Service through Subsidiaries and Distributors Worldwide Cleveland Ohio 44117 1199 U S A TEL 216 481 8100 FAX 216 486 1751 WEB SITE www lincolnelectric com World s Leader in Welding and Cutting Pr...

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