Hi All, quick question. I have a 120v Lincoln 140 and it’s worked great. I’ve noticed a few things I need clarity on. At times the mig handle can get hot then just stop working? Is this a protective feature in the handle? If I’m welding a lot or in corners where more heat build up occurs or just welding a steel planter box the handle stops working. I have to turn off the machine and wait up to 20 minutes before I can weld again.
Also I’ve noticed during welding there aren’ many positions you can set the gun down without the trigger accidentally being pressed. You either need to hang it over something and what I tend to do often is just wedge it between the handle on top the machine. What I’ve notice this puts stress on the cord and twists it slightly and causing the trigger to malfunction. I had to take apart the handle and reposition the wire ends where the spring is for the trigger that makes the circuit to operate the welder.
Any thoughts on these items??
Also I’ve noticed during welding there aren’ many positions you can set the gun down without the trigger accidentally being pressed. You either need to hang it over something and what I tend to do often is just wedge it between the handle on top the machine. What I’ve notice this puts stress on the cord and twists it slightly and causing the trigger to malfunction. I had to take apart the handle and reposition the wire ends where the spring is for the trigger that makes the circuit to operate the welder.
Any thoughts on these items??
