TROUBLESHOOTING | ||
| Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual |
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PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
Engine does not start. | 1. | Lack of fuel. |
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| 2. | Air mixed in the fuel system. |
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| 3. | Clogged fuel filter. |
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| 4. | Irregular and faulty fuel supply |
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| (Injector pump trouble). |
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| 5. | Glow plug not heated. |
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| 6. | Clogged air cleaner. |
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| 7. | No compression. |
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| 8. | Engine protection light is ON. |
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Engine does not turn over. | 1. | Faulty Ignition switch and or |
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| Injector pump solenoid. |
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| 2. | Insufficient charging or com- |
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| plete discharge of the battery. |
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| If all recommended possible areas |
| 3. | Improper viscosity of the lubri- | of misadjustment have been |
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| Contact your local Lincoln |
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Irregular running of the engine. | 1. | Air mixed in the fuel system. | Authorized Field Service Facility. |
| 2. | Uneven fuel injection (Faulty |
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| fuel injector pump). |
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| 3. | Clogged fuel filter. |
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| 4. | Defective governor. |
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| 5. | Engine itself defective. |
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Engine stops during operation and | 1. | Lack of fuel in the fuel tank. |
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the Engine Protection light does |
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not turn on. | 2. | Clogged fuel filter. |
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| 3. | Air mixed in the fuel system. |
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| 4. | Faulty function of the engine. |
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Engine stops during operation and | See | Light Code Diagnoses |
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the Engine Protection light does | Attached. |
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turn on. |
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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.
