Lincoln Electric 5000 manual Generator POWER, Always

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E-2		TROUBLESHOOTING				E-2

	Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual

	PROBLEMS		POSSIBLE AREAS OF			RECOMMENDED
	(SYMPTOMS)		MISADJUSTMENTS(S)		COURSE OF ACTION

			PROBLEMS
C. Unit will weld but low or no generator		1.	Circuit breaker open.	1.	Allow machine to cool by running at
power is available.					no load. Reduce load and press in
					circuit breaker.
		2.	Loose or open connection with elec-	2.	Check all plugs and cordsets for open
			trical plug-in component.		or fault condition.
		3.	Current control dial not at “125”.	3.	Turn dial to “GENERATOR”. FOR
					GENERATOR POWER, ALWAYS
					OPERATE WITH CURRENT CON-
					TROL DIAL SET AT “GENERATOR”.
		4.	No open circuit voltage at receptacle.	4. Refer to wiring diagram. Check
			Open lead in receptacle circuit.		leads 3A, 3B & 3C (black); 6A, 6B &
		5.	No open circuit voltage at receptacle.		6C(yellow); 5A (white).
		5.	No open circuit voltage at receptacle.	5.	Replace receptacle.
				5.	Replace receptacle.
		6.	Rheostat (R1) lead broke.	6. Refer to wiring diagram.
				6. Refer to wiring diagram.
					-	check lead 200B (black).
					-	check rheostat tabs.

D. Engine runs erratically or stops run-		1.	Engine requires service to head, car-	1.	Service engine as outlined in “Engine
ning.			buretor, filters, oil, spark plug and/or		Maintenance” section. NEVER
			gas.		OPERATE THE ENGINE WITHOUT
					AN IN-LINE FUEL FILTER, when
					using an alternate fuel tank or sup-
					ply.

E. Engine sputters but will not start.		1.	Bad gas, bad filter, air cleaner, spark	1.	Replace with clean or new parts.
			plug, and/or breather.

CAUTION

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.

POWER ARC 5000

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Contents Safety Depends on You Power ARCCalifornia Proposition 65 Warnings SafetyElectric Shock can kill Iii Welding Sparks can cause fire or explosionSûreté Pour Soudage a L’Arc Précautions DE SûretéPlease Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately Thank YouTable of Contents Technical Specifications Power ARC InstallationLocation and Ventilation Safety PrecautionsStoring Tilting StackingLifting Assembly of Wheels and Handle to the Tube Frame Spark Arrester PRE-OPERATION Engine ServiceOIL FuelWelding Cable Connections Electrical Output ConnectionsCable Installation Auxiliary Power ReceptaclesMachine Grounding Circuit Breakers Power Cord Connections to TWIST- Lock PlugsPremises Wiring Plugs and HAND-HELD EquipmentThese Devices Without General Description Safety InstructionsOperation Operating InstructionsWelding Capability Recommended ApplicationsLimitations GENERATOR/WELDER Controls Controls and SettingsGasoline Engine Controls Figure B.2 Gasoline Engine ControlsBefore Starting the Engine Engine OperationStarting the Engine For Best Engine Starting Stopping the EngineBREAK-IN Period For a HOT EngineGenerator Operation To USE the Generator AS AN Auxiliary Power SupplyGeneral Information Suggested Power Applications Running Watts Start-up Watts Table B.3 Generator Power ApplicationsAfter YOU Finish the Weld To USE the Power ARC 5000 for Stick WeldingWelding Operation Control Function / Operation Current Control DialWelding Guidelines Stick Welding Figure B.4 The welding arc What Happens in the Arc?Correct Way to Strike An Arc Correct Welding Position Correct Arc LengthCorrect Welding Speed Common Metals PracticeTypes of Welds Welding in the Vertical Position PenetrationFillet Welds Multiple Pass WeldsVertical-Down Welding Vertical-Up WeldingHardfacing To Reduce Wear How to Hardface the Sharp Edge Metal to Ground WearOverhead Welding Welding Sheet MetalCast Iron Plate Preparation Welding Cast IronLow Hydrogen Group Stable-Arc E7018 Selecting ElectrodesOut-of-Position Group AWS E6011 High-Speed Group AWS E6013Briggs and Stratton Accessories AccessoriesOPTIONS/ACCESSORIES Lincoln Electric AccessoriesEngine Adjustments MaintenanceRoutine and Periodic Maintenance Engine MaintenanceClean AIR Filter PRE-CLEANER Figure D.3 Clean Cooling SystemPart Part Number Table D.2 Engine Maintenance PartsFigure D.6. Brush Removal and Replacement GENERATOR/WELDER MaintenanceFigure D.7. Major Component Locations Symptoms TroubleshootingPossible Areas Generator POWER, Always Not RUN Engine Without AN Wiring Diagram Power ARC DiagramsDimension Print Basic Course How To Read Shop DrawingsNew Lessons in Arc Welding Need Welding Training?Precaucion Warnung