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| TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR |
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| PROBLEMS | POSSIBLE AREAS OF | RECOMMENDED | ||
| (SYMPTOMS) | MISADJUSTMENT(S) | COURSE OF ACTION | ||
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| ENGINE PROBLEMS |
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| Engine will not start. | 1. | Make sure the RUN/STOP | 1. Check the fuel line for breaks or | |
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| Switch is in the “RUN” position. | obstructions. | |
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| 2. | Make sure the fuel shut off valve | 2. The spark plug may be faulty. | |
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| is in the open position. | Replace. | |
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| 3. | Make sure the engine has ade- | 3. Service the engine as outlined | |
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| quate fuel and oil. | in the Maintenance section of | |
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| 4. | Adjust the choke to prevent car- | this manual. | |
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| buretor flooding. | 4. The engine ignition module may | |
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| 5. | Check the spark plug wire for | be faulty. Consult Briggs & | |
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Engine runs erratic or stops run- 1. | The oil level may be low, acti- | 1. | If the oil level is correct, the oil | |
ning. | vating the engine oil level shut- |
| level shutdown switch may be | |
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| faulty. Remove the lead running | |
2. | Check the spark plug wire for |
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| ignition module. | If the engine | ||
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| runs normally, the oil level | ||
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3. | The spark plug may be faulty. |
| switch is faulty. | Replace. DO |
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4. | The fuel and air mixture may be |
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| Briggs & Stratton Owner’s | 2. | The engine may require service | |
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5. | The fuel supply may be conta- |
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CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call
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