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MAINTENANCE
• Maintain your KLUTCH 7500K Welder/Generator. It is recommended that the general
condition of KLUTCH 7500K Welder/Generator be examined before it is used. Keep KLUTCH
7500K Welder/Generator in good repair by adopting a program of conscientious repair and
maintenance. Have necessary repairs made by qualified service personnel.
• Refer to the engine operator's manual for maintenance on the engine.
• Periodically clean dust, dirt, grease, etc. from your welder.
• Every six months, or as necessary, remove the cover panel from the welder and air-blow any
dust and dirt that may have accumulated inside the welder.
• Replace ground cable, ground clamp, or electrode assembly when damaged or worn.
TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Engine Does Not Work
See engine manual.
See Engine Manual.
Auxiliary Power Does Not Work
Auxiliary Power switch or circuit breakers
are open.
Check the auxiliary power switch and
circuit breakers on the front panel of the
unit.
Engine speed is too low.
Increase engine throttle.
Amperage control is not at MAX setting
Turn the amperage control to the
maximum setting for auxiliary power
output.
Can Not Create An Arc
Work Piece is Painted Or Rusty
Remove All Paint And Rust
Ground Clamp Is Connected Where
There Is Paint Or Rust
Remove All Paint And Rust So Ground
Clamp Is Connected To Bare Metal
Ground Clamp Is Not Electrically
Connected To The Work Piece
Make Certain The Ground Clamp Is
Connected To The Work Piece
Amperage Too Low for Electrode
Consult the electrode packaging for
correct amperage settings.
Electrode Holder or ground cable getting
hot. Output Connections Getting Hot.
Weld Cable Connections Loose
Check to make certain weld cables are
tight.
Weld Cable Connections have corroded.
Clean weld connections and reinstall.
Poor Welding Performance, excessive
spatter
Damp Electrode
Use fresh and dry electrodes.
Electrode Sticks
The electrode is kept in contact with the
work piece for too long while striking an
arc.
This will take practice. Keep trying.
Welding Bead Is Too Thin
The welding travel speed is too fast
Reduce the welding travel speed. Maybe
incorporate a slight weave over the joint.
Welding Bead Is Too Thick
The welding travel speed is to slow
Increase the welding travel speed.
For Assistance, Contact The Welder Help Line At 877-304-0294