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TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR |
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.
PROBLEMS | POSSIBLE AREAS OF | RECOMMENDED |
(SYMPTOMS) | MISADJUSTMENTS(S) | COURSE OF ACTION |
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Engine will not start.
1.Make sure the ON/OFF Switch is 1. Check the fuel line for breaks or
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2. | Check spark plug boot and wire |
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3. | Make sure that the fuel shutoff | 2. | The | spark plug may | be faulty. | ||
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4. | Make certain that the engine has | 3. | Service the engine as outlined in | ||||
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| hit the blower housing and/or pull | 5. | The | engine | may | be | faulty. |
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7.Low oil and engine low oil shut- down protection will not allow unit to start.
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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
POWERARC® 5500
