Lincoln Electric 5000 manual Not RUN Engine Without AN

E-3		TROUBLESHOOTING	E-3
	Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
	PROBLEMS	POSSIBLE AREAS OF	RECOMMENDED
	(SYMPTOMS)	MISADJUSTMENTS(S)	COURSE OF ACTION

PROBLEMS

F. Engine will not start.

1.	Spark plug boot or wire off, loose or	1.	Dry and Place boot firmly onto spark
	wet.		plug.
2.	Low oil and engine protection system	2.	Check and fill oil to proper level.
	will not allow engine to start. (Oil light
	may flash when attemting to start
	engine).
3.	Fuel shutoff valve is closed.	3.	Open valve by turning counterclock-
			wise.
4.	Choke left in lowest, downward posi-	4.	Allow unit to set for several minutes.
	tion and carburetor flooded.		Follow “Starting/ Shutdown
			Instructions” section when starting
			the engine.
5.	Fuel line clogged or closed.	5.	Check line and/or replace filter. DO
			NOT RUN ENGINE WITHOUT AN
			IN-LINE FUEL FILTER, if using an
			alternate fuel tank or supply.
6.	Recoil start will not engage with	6.	Gently hit the blower housing and/or
	engine.		pull the rope to its fully extended
			position and rapidly wiggle. Repeat
			until clutch engages with shaft and
			resistance is felt.
7.	Fouled spark plug.	7.	Replace spark plug. Maintain proper
			spark gap.
8.	Engine requires service to head,	8.	Take the machine to an authorized
	head gasket, and/or valves.		Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer.
9.	Float open in carburetor & gas leak-	9.	Close fuel shutoff valve. Gently tap
	ing from bowl.		on carburetor bowl until float seats.
			If gas still leaks, repair carburetor per
			B&S specifications.
10.	Engine is siezed and recoil start will	10.	Replace Engine.
	not move.

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.

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