Gen Trip

Symptom

The Gen light illuminates when the start button is pressed.

Solution

1. Readjust the power level and attempt to restart the power supply. The current surge, sensed by the trip circuit, which is necessary to ionize the air gap may be activating the trip function.
2. Check the station electrodes for failed or pinholed electrodes.
3. Check the high voltage wiring from the transformer to the terminal block. The lead from the transformer to the terminal block should be isolated from control wires and ground by a minimum of 2".
4. Inspect the station for signs of carbon tracking or arcing on the shrouding and electrode mounting blocks.
5. It may be necessary to clean the station. Foreign matter build-up may result in moisture retention, due to the humidity, which can result in a conductive path to ground.