Lincoln Electric IM871-A manual Troubleshooting, Symptoms, Problems, Possible, Recommended, Cause

E-4	TROUBLESHOOTING	E-4
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
PROBLEMS	POSSIBLE	RECOMMENDED
(SYMPTOMS)	CAUSE	COURSE OF ACTION

PROBLEMS

Engine will not start.

1.Spark plug boot or wire off, loose or wet.

2.Fuel shutoff valve is closed.

3.Low oil and engine low oil shutdown protection will not allow unit to start. Light in ON-OFF switch will Flash when the engine is cranked. (Engines equipped with low oil shut down protection only).

4.Choke left in full choke position and carburetor flooded.

5.Fuel line clogged or closed.

6.Recoil start will not engage with engine.

7.Fouled spark plug.

8.Engine requires service to head, head gasket, and/or valves.

9.Float open in carburetor & gas leak- ing from bowl.

10.Engine operated with low oil level. Engine is seized and recoil start will not move.

If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked and the problem persists,

Contact your local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility.

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 5500