Question 16 (1 point) If the wire does not feed through the lead while pushing the trigger you should pull out the electrode wire with pliers and continue welding b release the trigger immediately, turn off the welder, and inform the Instructor C open the welding compartment while power is on to diagnose the problem d slowdown the rate of travel during welding

## Step 1<br />This problem is about safety procedures in welding. The situation described is when the wire does not feed through the lead while pushing the trigger. This can be a serious safety issue as it can lead to electrical faults or even accidents.<br />## Step 2<br />The options provided are:<br />a) pull out the electrode wire with pliers and continue welding<br />b) release the trigger immediately, turn off the welder, and inform the Instructor<br />c) open the welding compartment while power is on to diagnose the problem<br />d) slowdown the rate of travel during welding<br />## Step 3<br />Option a) is not a safe procedure as it can lead to electrical faults or accidents.<br />## Step 4<br />Option c) is also not a safe procedure as it can lead to electrical faults or accidents.<br />## Step 5<br />Option d) is not a safe procedure as it can lead to electrical faults or accidents.<br />## Step 6<br />Option b) is the safest procedure. It involves releasing the trigger immediately, turning off the welder, and informing the Instructor. This is the correct procedure to follow when the wire does not feed through the lead while pushing the trigger.