Lincoln Electric 305G Welder User Manual


 
E-2
TROUBLESHOOTING
E-2
RANGER 305G
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
CAUTION
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
Major Physical or Electrical Damage
is Evident.
Engine will not "crank".
Engine will "crank" but not start.
Engine shuts down shortly after
starting.
Battery does not stay charged.
1. Contact your local Lincoln
Authorized Field Service
Facility.
1. Battery is low.
Charge Battery.
2. Loose battery cable connections.
Inspect, clean and tighten.
3. Faulty engine starter motor.
4. “Battery Circuit” circuit breaker is
tripped.
1. Out of fuel.
Fill tank.
2. Faulty fuel solenoid or faulty PC
board or ignition system.
3. Fuel lift pump not working.
1. Low oil level.
Change oil and oil filter
and fill to proper level. Start engine
and look for leaks.
2. Faulty oil pressure switch or other
engine component.
3. Low fuel level.
4. Fuel pump not working.
1. Faulty battery,
replace.
2. Loose connections at battery or
alternator.
Clean and tighten connec-
tions.
3. Faulty engine alternator or charg-
er module.
I
f all recommended possible areas
of misadjustment have been
checked and the problem persists,
Contact your local Lincoln
Authorized Field Service Facility.