160 sth arc start problem

[performance]

It's a points machine. As Rambozo said, try lift starting it. You could have a loose work clamp or work clamp cable.

[stretch]

It's a points machine. As Rambozo said, try lift starting it. You could have a loose work clamp or work clamp cable.

Well..After looking for the 3rd time..The woven copper strap on the work clamp had broken off right at the edge of the contact jaw..A couple threads were the only connection...It was still in place like it was supposed to be..No wonder I couldn't see it..(of course being old AND blind couldn't possibly be figured in the equation)..Repaired it & it worked great again....For a couple arc starts anyway...Lit up again & it started acting like a no gas fizzle...BECAUSE...I was outa gas...Ya gota be kiddin me right ??? lol...Thanks gang...

[DaveO]

Glad you were able to resolve it! Is there still time to get to the LWS so you have argon for the weekend?

[everlastsupport]

Glad you were able to resolve it! Is there still time to get to the LWS so you have argon for the weekend?

Glad you found the problem. I think Harbor Freight sells an OK clamp, the one here does.

A great gig.. I work Saturday and Sunday only, at a LWS. I have lots of tanks, but I recall the day I would kill to have a LWS open on the weekend. I have a metal shop open Sat 7-12... So lucky there...