HELP - ThermalArc 185TSW

Mar 21, 2005 6 Replies
R

I used my TA185TSW to do some stick welding this afternoon, and everything went well after I unplugged the foot pedal. BUT when I connected the foot pedal and the TIG torch to do some more welding things aren't working as they did before.



I am not sure, but it seems like all I get is high frequency and no amperage from the box. I mash the pedal and I get a small arc, not even enough to melt sheet metal. The display says 4 or 5 when the pedal is down, and I have a small arc on my work.



The manual doesn't cover anything like this, and I am not versed enough to troubleshoot.



My settings are as such;



65 amps hot start is at 20 DC gnd clamp goes to work torch on other connection HF start

I have also tried running AC with the same results.



It is under warranty if it is broken, but I guess I am trying to find any confirmation before I go down that road.



Thanks, Rod


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T

Check the connector to see if any pins got pushed back. Look at both the jack and the plug.

Tom

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R

I did do that......

Thanks for asking though ;)

Rod

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T

Good point. I had that problem on my Miller 180SD when I went to stick mode and forgot to switch the mode. Could not figure why it would not put out any current. That was a real headslapper.

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B

Try calling the help number posted in your manual (somewhere in Ohio). I called on something for my 185TSW, they answered immediately and were very helpful.

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