Lincoln Electric SVM168-B service manual Charging Circuit Test

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F-12	TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR						F-12
Observe Safety Guidelines				TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
detailed in the beginning of this manual.
PROBLEMS		POSSIBLE AREAS OF		RECOMMENDED
(SYMPTOMS)		MISADJUSTMENT(S)		COURSE OF ACTION
			ENGINE PROBLEMS
Engine will not crank or cranks very		1.	Check for loose or faulty battery	1. If the battery is replaced			or
slow.			cable connections.		tests good, then the charging
		2.	The battery may be faulty.		circuit may be faulty. Perform
					the Charging Circuit Test.
		3.	Check the ammeter to see if the	2.	The starter motor or	starter
			battery is charging. If not, the
					solenoid may be faulty.
			charging circuit may be defec-
			tive.	3. The Engine may be		hard	to
					crank due to a mechanical fail-
					ure in the engine.
The Engine shuts off.		1.	The Engine may be low on or	1.	The oil pressure switch may be
			out of fuel.		faulty. Replace if necessary.
		2.	The Oil level may be low.	2.	The fuel shut off solenoid may
			Check and fill to proper level.		be faulty (Kohler Engines only).
		3.	The fuel filter may be clogged.
Engine does not develop full		1.	The fuel filter may be clogged.	1.	Due to wear, the engine may be
power.			Replace if necessary.		in need of repair.
		2.	The air filter may be clogged.
			Replace if necessary.
		3.	The spark plug(s) may be faulty.
			Replace if necessary.

CAUTION

If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con- tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.

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