Kemppi X8 User Manual

X8 MIG WELDER 2.6 Troubleshooting
To set the WF end step ON or OFF, in Control Pad, go to Settings > Start and stop logic > WF
end step.
2.6 Troubleshooting
Note:
The problems listed and the possible causes are not definitive, but suggest some typical
situations that may turn up during normal use of the welding system.
Problem Recommended actions
The welding system does not
power up
• Check that the mains cable is plugged in properly.
• Check that the mains switch of the power source is
at the ON position.
• Check that the mains power distribution is on.
• Check the mains fuse and/or the circuit breaker.
• Check that the interconnection cable between the
power source and the wire feeder is intact and
properly attached.
• Check that the earth return cable is connected.
The welding system stops working
• Gas cooled gun may have overheated. Wait for it to
cool down.
• Check that none of the cables is loose.
• The wire feeder may have overheated. Wait for it to
cool down and see that the welding current cable is
properly attached.
• The power source may have overheated. Wait for
it to cool down and see that the cooling fans work
properly and the air flow is unobstructed.
Problem Recommended actions
The filler wire on the spool
unravels
• Check that the spool locking cover is closed.
The wire feeder does not feed the
filler wire
• Check that the filler wire has not run out.
• Check that the filler wire is properly routed through
the feed rolls to the wire liner.
• Check that the pressure handle is properly closed.
• Check that the feed roll pressure is adjusted
correctly for the filler wire.
• Check that the Kemppi Gun Adapter is properly
connected to the wire feeder.
• Blow compressed air through the wire liner to
check that it is not blocked.
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Kemppi X8 Specifications

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Brand	Kemppi
Model	X8
Category	Welding System
Language	English