Lincoln Electric SVM208-A service manual Troubleshooting and Repair

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F-10	TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR					F-10
Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.
	PROBLEMS		POSSIBLE AREAS OF		RECOMMENDED
	(SYMPTOMS)		MISADJUSTMENT(S)		COURSE OF ACTION
			ENGINE PROBLEMS
Engine will not stop running.		1.	The piercing stop switch may not		1. Be sure the piercing stop switch
			be contacting the spark plug.		is securely mounted to the
			Make certain that the pointed		engine.
			end of the lever firmly contacts
			the spark plug tip.
Engine runs erratically or stops run-		1.	Check the spark plug boot and		1. The engine may require service
ning.			wire for loose or faulty connec-		to the head or carburetor.
			tion.		2. The fuel pump may be faulty.
		2. The spark plug may		be faulty.	Consult Robin/Subaru.
			Replace.
		3. The fuel and air mixture may be
			out of adjustment.	Consult
			Robin/Subaru owner’s manual.
		4. The fuel supply may		be con-
			taminated with water.
Engine sputters but will not start.		1.	The spark plug may be faulty.		Consult Robin/Subaru owner’s
		2.	The fuel supply may be contami-		manual.
			nated with water.
		3. The air filter may be		clogged.
			Replace.
		4. The fuel and air mixture may be
			out of adjustment.

CAUTION

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.

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