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TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR | ||||||
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Observe Safety Guidelines detailed in the beginning of this manual. |
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| PROBLEMS |
| POSSIBLE AREAS OF | RECOMMENDED |
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| MISADJUSTMENT(S) | COURSE OF ACTION |
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| ENGINE PROBLEMS |
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Engine will not stop running. | 1. | The piercing stop switch may not | 1. Be sure the piercing stop switch | |||
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| be contacting the spark plug. | is securely mounted to the | ||
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| Make certain that the pointed | engine. |
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| end of the lever firmly contacts |
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| the spark plug tip. |
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Engine runs erratically or stops run- | 1. | Check the spark plug boot and | 1. The engine may require service | |||
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| wire for loose or faulty connec- | to the head or carburetor. |
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| 2. The fuel pump may be faulty. | |
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| 2. The spark plug may | be faulty. | Consult Robin/Subaru. |
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| Replace. |
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| 3. The fuel and air mixture may be |
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| out of adjustment. | Consult |
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| Robin/Subaru owner’s manual. |
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| 4. The fuel supply may | be con- |
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| taminated with water. |
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Engine sputters but will not start. | 1. | The spark plug may be faulty. | Consult Robin/Subaru owner’s | |||
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| 2. | The fuel supply may be contami- | manual. |
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| nated with water. |
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| 3. The air filter may be | clogged. |
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| Replace. |
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| 4. The fuel and air mixture may be |
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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
