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E-3
TROUBLESHOOTING
E-3
POWER ARC 5000
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
PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENTS(S)
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
F. Engine will not start. 1. Spark plug boot or wire off, loose or
wet.
2. Low oil and engine protection system
will not allow engine to start. (Oil light
may flash when attemting to start
engine).
3. Fuel shutoff valve is closed.
4. Choke left in lowest, downward posi-
tion and carburetor flooded.
5. Fuel line clogged or closed.
6. Recoil start will not engage with
engine.
7. Fouled spark plug.
8. Engine requires service to head,
head gasket, and/or valves.
9. Float open in carburetor & gas leak-
ing from bowl.
10. Engine is siezed and recoil start will
not move.
1. Dry and Place boot firmly onto spark
plug.
2. Check and fill oil to proper level.
3. Open valve by turning counterclock-
wise.
4. Allow unit to set for several minutes.
Follow “Starting/ Shutdown
Instructions” section when starting
the engine.
5. Check line and/or replace filter. DO
NOT RUN ENGINE WITHOUT AN
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER, if using an
alternate fuel tank or supply.
6. Gently hit the blower housing and/or
pull the rope to its fully extended
position and rapidly wiggle. Repeat
until clutch engages with shaft and
resistance is felt.
7. Replace spark plug. Maintain proper
spark gap.
8. Take the machine to an authorized
Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer.
9. Close fuel shutoff valve. Gently tap
on carburetor bowl until float seats.
If gas still leaks, repair carburetor per
B&S specifications.
10. Replace Engine.