The engine starts, but shuts down
immediately when the start button
is released.
1. Make sure the glow plug button
is pressed while pushing the
startbutton,andheldinuntilthe
engine protection light turns off,
(5 SECONDS MAXIMUM
AFTERTHE ENGINE STARTS)
See the operatorʼs manual, or
the operation section of this
manual for the proper starting
procedure.
2. Check the oil level. Be certain
that the engine is not overheat-
ed.
3. Check that the machine has an
adequate supply of fresh, clean
fuel.
4. The fuel filter may be clogged.
Replace the fuel filter if neces-
sary.
1. The fuel solenoid may be faulty
or not operating properly.
Check lead #225B and perform
the Fuel Solenoid Test. See
the wiring diagram.
2. The fuel solenoid bypass circuit
may be faulty. Check the glow
plugbutton for proper operation.
Check lead #233A, and diode
bridge D4. See wiring diagram.
3. Theengine protectionrelay may
befaulty. Theengine mayhave
inadequate oil pressure.
4. The oil pressure switch or
coolanttemperature switch may
be faulty.
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
F-15 F-15
RANGER 305D
Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC Return to Section TOC
Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC Return to Master TOC
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely,
contacttheLincoln ElectricService Departmentfor electricaltroubleshooting assistancebefore youproceed. Call
1-888-935-3877.
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S)
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
ENGINE AND IDLE PROBLEMS
The engine cranks when the start
button is pressed but will not start. 1. Thebatteryvoltage may be low.
(This condition will normally
result in slow cranking speed.)
The battery should be checked
and recharged if it is not pro-
ducing adequate voltage, and
replacedif it will not accept a full
charge.
2. Make sure the glow plug button
is pressed while pushing the
startbutton. See the operatorʼs
manual,or the operation section
of this manual for the proper
starting procedure.
3. Make sure the fuel valve on the
fuelsediment filter is in the open
position.
4. Check that the machine has an
adequate supply of fresh, clean
fuel.
5. The fuel filter may be clogged.
Replace the fuel filter if neces-
sary.
6. Check the oil level.
1. The fuel solenoid may be faulty
or not operating properly.
Check lead #231 and perform
the Fuel Solenoid Test.
2. The engine may be in need of
mechanical repair.
CAUTION
Observe Safety Guidelines
detailed in the beginning of this manual. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE