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PROBLEMS
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POSSIBLE
CAUSE
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
Engine will not crank or is hard to | 1. | Battery will not hold a charge. | |
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| Faulty Battery. | |
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| 2. | No or insufficient charging |
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| 3. | Loose battery cable |
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Engine shuts down. | 1. | Out of fuel. | |
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| 2. | Low oil level. |
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Engine does not develop full power. | 1. Fuel filter clogged. | ||
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| 2. | Air filter clogged. |
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Engine is hard to start. | 1. | Spark plugs do not have | |
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| 2. | Spark plugs are fouled. |
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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.
