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F-10

TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR

F-10

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual.

PROBLEMS

 

POSSIBLE AREAS OF

RECOMMENDED

(SYMPTOMS)

 

MISADJUSTMENTS(S)

COURSE OF ACTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINE PROBLEMS

 

 

 

 

 

Engine will not stop running.

1.

Make sure the Run/Stop Switch

1. Make sure the Run/Stop Switch

 

 

is in the “OFF” position.

is functioning correctly. See

 

 

 

wiring diagram.

 

 

 

 

Engine runs erratically or stops run-

1.

Check the spark plug boot and

1. The engine may require service

ning.

 

wire for loose or faulty connec-

to the head or carburetor.

 

 

tion.

 

 

2.

The spark plug may be faulty.

2. The fuel pump may be faulty. See

 

 

Replace.

the engine owner’s manual.

 

 

 

 

3.

The fuel and air mixture may be

 

 

 

out of adjustment. Consult the

 

 

 

engine owner’s manual.

 

 

4.

The fuel supply may be con-

 

 

 

taminated with water.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine sputters but will not start.

1.

The spark plug may be faulty.

See the engine owner’s manual.

 

 

 

2.

The fuel supply may be contami-

 

 

 

nated with water.

 

 

3.

The air filter may be clogged.

 

 

 

Replace.

 

 

4.

The fuel and air mixture may be

 

 

 

out of adjustment.

 

 

 

 

 

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.

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