Examine the table-to-workpiece connection

  • Examine the work lead (+) connection where the work lead (+) connects to the cutting table.
  • Make sure that there is no paint, oil, dirt, or rust on the workpiece.

    Paint, oil, dirt, or rust, on the workpiece prevents a clean metal-to-metal contact between the work lead and the cutting table or workpiece. It can also cause arc-transfer problems.