MayPole Maxi Mig - Help needed

[canvasjunke]

I've been given a Maypole Maxi Mig 100 that powers up but wont feed wire when the trigger is pulled. Can anyone provide me with any information on this welder as I am under the impression it is a re-branded product and am hoping there may be a service manual available somewhere.

I'm going to check the switch in the torch and the feed motor as a start but may need more info if this doesn't shed any light on the problem.

Any info would be much appreciated.

 

[fingers99]

It is re-badged.

Use the search function for Maypole (or maypole). I can't remember whether we worked out it was a rebadged Cebora or SIP.

 

[malcolm]

I found a search for Maypole on the forum confusing: search. I'm guessing similar to Sealey.

There's a similar fault in this thread - hopefully just a fuse on the PCB: http://www.mig-welding.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=2567

 

[fingers99]

The other one was a SIP, but pics of the front panel may help -- usually they're recognisable.

 

[canvasjunke]

Thanks for the help so far.

Have traced the initial fault to an intermittent mains switch, now sorted and have power and feed motor runs.

I cannot get wire to feed to the torch though, the motor now spins but the wire wont go through. Can get some movement if I release the tensioner and pull like mad on the wire but thats all .

Is it possible to replace the feed tube and if so where can I get parts.

pics of torch and welder if thats any help.

http://i324.photobucket.com/albums/k343/steveninja600/front.jpg
http://i324.photobucket.com/albums/k343/steveninja600/P9100003.jpg

 

[Wozzaaah]

Take the contact tip out and try it, if it feeds ok then probably a new tip will sort it, if not then you probably need a torch service kit, new liner (steel one) new tip and a swan neck spring if it has one.
Also, if there's any rust whatsoever on the wire, strip it off until it comes good or if it doesn't come good then bin it and put a fresh reel on. Even light surface rust will cause feed problems and will block the liner.
For a service kit, send weldequip a PM and he'll sort you out with a price .

 

[weldequip]

That's a re-badged Telwin machine (same as Sealey) and, as Woz say's, probably just needs a good torch service. An HD steel torch lining would give the very best wire feed results but it depends on the torch type if a steel liner will fit or not; I would need to see a picture of the handle internals to be sure...feel free to contact me if needed
weldequip