RED welding machines are reliable and designed for frequent use. Nevertheless, it can happen that not everything works as planned during operation. Many factors interact during welding to ensure a smooth process and an optimal result – therefore, the cause of a malfunction is not always immediately apparent.
To support you as best as possible, you will find below all articles that help you identify and fix minor errors and defects.
Warning and Error Messages
The TIG welding machine TIG 180 DC from RED by Lorch displays clear messages and error codes that help quickly identify the cause.
Fault Clearance
Here you will find further articles to assist you in narrowing down and resolving problems with your RED TIG 180 DC, even if no error code is displayed.
This way, you can proceed step by step, efficiently fix problems, and quickly refocus on your project.
Fault / Symptom:
- Torch / electrode holder / earth cable becomes too hot
- Fan motor does not work or runs slowly (RED TIG 180 DC)
- Tungsten electrode melts away
- Too little or no shielding gas
- Shielding gas does not switch off
- Welding power has decreased
- Arc or short circuit between contact tip and gas nozzle
- Arc does not ignite
- Arc breaks off
- Arc unstable
- Weld seam "boils"
- Porosity in the weld metal