A Welding Machine Shutting Down Due To A Broken Fan Repaired
A lot of welding technicians ignore the benefit of having a fan or two inside a welding machine. I am hearing this statement from technicians that as long the machine is up and running it does not matter if the fan was running or not as long there is welding going on.
This machine came to my shop for repair and the technician stated the fact that it was welding fine but the fan was not running so he kept ignoring the need for cooling inside the welding machine; it went into shut down for protection.
As I took the cover off this machine, I could see a lot of dirt and dust covering the inside board and that is not healthy for such machines.
With a heavy dust blower, I cleaned the machine on the inside and I am sure you can tell the difference between the two photos here.
As seen in the photo, this machine has two fans system; one to blow air inside and the other one to suck it out creating an air flow to cool down the Mosfets/IGBT’s inside the machine.
I powered the machine up and it was working fine.
The output voltages were according to specs but when I put my hand on one side of the vents, the air circulation was not right and one of the fans was rattling very loud which is an indication of a broken fan and as you see in the photo, my speculations was correct.
I have exactly the same fan in the shop and without hesitation; I replaced the fan right away and tested out the machine. The air flow was circulating fine this time. I closed the lid, put the screws on and call the customer for pick up.
Mission Accomplished.
This article was prepared for you by Waleed Rishmawi, one of our ‘Master Authors’ and currently working in the Bethlehem area of Palestine repairing electrical and electronic equipment.
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Parasuraman S
February 12, 2022 at 9:59 pm
Excellent professional fix there, dear friend!
Albert van Bemmelen
February 12, 2022 at 10:12 pm
You are the savior of the local construction world as long as you take the time to also fix those very poorly handled devices!
Anwar Y Shiekh
February 13, 2022 at 8:04 am
So many people live by 'if it isn't broken, don't fix it', but this is not always the best approach.
Tayo
February 14, 2022 at 9:25 am
Well done. Welding is a hobby I'd like to take up one day. I'll keep these repairs in mind!
Raj
February 14, 2022 at 2:55 pm
Cool.. thanks for sharing
Yogesh Panchal
February 15, 2022 at 12:31 am
Waleed,
High amp consumption equipment is more prone to Heating hence cooling is must.Good Job!