[TheForge] hobart handler problem

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If you have lights dimming, chances are they are on the same circuit, 
and are using some of the capacity.  100 watt bulbs will add up quicker 
than you think.  You may also want to verify the wire size.   Finally, 
check the connections on all of the outlets that are wired in series.  
Often a loose connection or corrosion can cause a voltage drop, which 
will bump the amperage drawn.   When you put the meter on it under load 
what was the voltage?


Charles

gladish wrote:

>>I have an old one, black case, and if I remember it is rated for 28 amps
>>input. How does it seem to weld? any changes?
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>On "4" it stutters a lot, regardless of wire speed setting, like the current
>is going somewhere besides into the weld.
>The other settings seem to be normal, unchanged, work ok.
>This unit is designed to run on a 15a circuit, though it used to have a peak
>draw of just a squeak over 18a at the highest setting.
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>>How old is
>>the machine? I have had no mercy on mine and had to replace a few parts.
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>Two years or less. The welding shop says it's rated to draw that much (Like
>you said!), and that it may be a supply problem...
>Andy G
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