Lincoln Electric SVM194-A service manual Engine will not crank when

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F-11	TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR			F-11
Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.
	PROBLEMS	POSSIBLE AREAS OF	RECOMMENDED
	(SYMPTOMS)	MISADJUSTMENT(S)	COURSE OF ACTION
The engine will not crank when		WELDING PROBLEMS	Make sure battery is fully
		The battery may be
the start button is pressed.		discharged. Check, and if	charged and properly
(Classic® 300G and 300D		necessary, charge or replace	connected per the wiring
		the battery.	diagram. Check for positive
Perkins)		The battery cables or battery	battery voltage where the
			lead from the start button
		connections may be loose or	connects to the starter
		corroded. Service the battery	solenoid, while holding in the
		terminals.	start button. (Lead #84 on
			Classic® 300G, lead #52 on
			Classic® 300D Perkins)
			• If no voltage is present, check
			the connections and wiring
			connecting the starter
			solenoid, the ammeter, and
			the start push button switch.
			(See the wiring diagram)	If
			the wiring and connections
			are good, replace the push
			button switch.
			• If voltage is present, check
			that the engine block is
			properly connected to the	If
			negative battery terminal.
			the engine block is properly
			connected, the
			starter/solenoid is defective
			and should be serviced or
			replaced.

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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 the Lincoln Electric Service Department for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call 1-888-935-3877.

CLASSIC® 300D & 300G