Engine will not start, Engine runs erratic or stops running, Troubleshooting – Lincoln Electric WELDANPOWER SVM 113-A User Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
F-8
F-8
WELDANPOWER 125
Observe Safety Guidelines
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
detailed in the beginning of this manual.
CAUTION
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the test/repairs safely, con-
tact the Lincoln Electric Service Department for electrical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. Call
216-383-2531 or 1-800-833-9353.
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENT(S)
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
ENGINE PROBLEMS
Engine will not start.
1. Make sure the RUN/STOP
Switch is in the “RUN” position.
2. Make sure the fuel shut off valve
is in the open position.
3. Make sure the engine has ade-
quate fuel and oil.
4. Adjust the choke to prevent car-
buretor flooding.
5. Check the spark plug wire for
loose or faulty connections.
1. Check the fuel line for breaks or
obstructions.
2. The spark plug may be faulty.
Replace.
3. Service the engine as outlined
in the Maintenance section of
this manual.
4. The engine ignition module may
be faulty. Consult Briggs &
Stratton Service.
Engine runs erratic or stops run-
ning.
1. The oil level may be low, acti-
vating the engine oil level shut-
down system. Check oil level.
2. Check the spark plug wire for
loose or faulty connection.
3. The spark plug may be faulty.
Replace.
4. The fuel and air mixture may be
out of adjustment. Consult the
Briggs & Stratton Owner’s
Manual.
5. The fuel supply may be conta-
minated with water.
1. If the oil level is correct, the oil
level shutdown switch may be
faulty. Remove the lead running
from the oil level switch to the
ignition module. If the engine
runs normally, the oil level
switch is faulty. Replace. DO
NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE
WITHOUT OIL LEVEL PRO-
TECTION.
2. The engine may require service
to the head or carburetor.