What to do if I have MIG (GMAW/FCAW) welding problems with my ESAB EM 235ic Welding System?
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Carol FarmerAug 5, 2025
If you're experiencing MIG welding issues with your ESAB Welding System, consider these points:
* Ensure the MIG torch is connected with the correct polarity, consulting the electrode wire manufacturer for guidance.
* Replace the contact tip if it shows arc marks, which can cause excessive drag on the wire.
* Verify you're using the correct shielding gas, gas flow, voltage, welding current, travel speed, and MIG torch angle.
* Confirm the work lead has good contact with the workpiece.
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Rebekah RobinsonAug 10, 2025
How to troubleshoot wire feeding problems in ESAB Welding System?
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Patrick MacdonaldAug 10, 2025
To address wire feeding problems in your ESAB Welding System:
* Ensure the wire spool brake is properly adjusted.
* Check that the feed roller is the correct size and not worn.
* Verify the correct pressure is set on the feed rollers.
* Use the correct contact tip, ensuring it's not worn.
* Make sure the liner isn't bent, which can cause friction between it and the wire.
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amanda33Aug 20, 2025
How to prevent porosity within the weld metal when using an ESAB Welding System?
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Sara MorrisonAug 20, 2025
To minimize porosity in your welds with the ESAB Welding System:
* Check that you're using the correct gas and gas flow.
* Keep the distance between the MIG torch nozzle and the workpiece as small as possible.
* Ensure the workpiece is clean before you start welding.
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Tiffany HodgeAug 26, 2025
What to do if there is no arc when using my ESAB EM 235ic?
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tbrownAug 26, 2025
If you're not getting an arc with your ESAB Welding System:
* Check that the mains power supply switch is turned on.
* Verify that the mains, welding, and return cables are correctly connected.
* Ensure the correct current value is set.
* Check the mains power supply fuses.
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Cynthia ObrienAug 30, 2025
What causes the overheating protection to trip frequently on my ESAB EM 235ic Welding System?
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Carlos CarpenterAug 30, 2025
Frequent trips of the overheating protection on your ESAB Welding System can occur if:
* You're exceeding the recommended duty cycle for the weld current you're using.
* The air inlets or outlets are clogged.
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David NicholsNov 14, 2025
What causes TIG (GTAW) welding problems in ESAB EM 235ic and how to fix them?
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John WilkinsonNov 14, 2025
If you're encountering TIG welding problems with your ESAB Welding System, here are some things to check:
1. Ensure the TIG torch is correctly connected to the power source: connect the TIG torch to the negative [-] welding terminal and the welding ground cable to the positive [+] welding terminal.
2. Use 100% Argon gas for TIG welding.
3. Make sure the regulator/flow meter is connected to the gas bottle.
4. Verify the gas pipe for the TIG torch is connected to the gas outlet connector (M12) on the front of the power source.
5. Ensure the work clamp has proper contact with the work piece.
6. Open the gas bottle and check the gas flow rate on the regulator/flow meter, ensuring it's between 1.25–3.12 gpm (4.72–11.80 l/min).
7. Confirm the power source is turned on and the TIG welding...
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