Lincoln Electric SA-250 - Manual (Page 23)

E-4 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING E-4
SA-250
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 AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENTS(S)
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
( White or Blue ) Smoke
Dark Grey Smoke
Faulty Charging
Starter Motor does not run
Engine Protection Light not coming
on ( after the ignition switch has
been in the on position for more
than 60 seconds with the engine
not started)
1. Excess engine oil
2. Too low viscosity of the engine oil
3. Faulty injection timing
1. Unsuitable fuel
2. Excess injection
3. Faulty function of the engine
4. Overloading
5. Clogged air cleaner
1. Loose fan belt
2. Faulty wiring
3. Faulty battery
4. Worn out alternator brush
1. Loose or damaged wiring
2. Dropped voltage of the battery
3. Damaged starter motor
( including solenoid )
1. Broken Light Bulb
2. Faulty light wiring
(to GND or P.C. Board )
3. Faulty Idler/Engine Protection
P.C. Board
If all recommended possible areas
of misadjustment have been
checked and the problem persists,
Contact your local Lincoln
Authorized Field Service Facility.