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Troubleshooting, Caution – Lincoln Electric IM10112 OUTBACK 185 (AU) User Manual

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E-4

TROUBLESHOOTING

E-4

OUTBACK™ 185 (AU)

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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

Engine runs erratically or stops
running.

Engine sputters but will not start.

Arc is erratic and “pops out”.

1. Engine is not fully warmed-up

and engine choke is in the fully
open (RUN) position.

2. Engine requires service to head,

carburetor, filters, oil spark plug
and / or petrol.

3. Oil level to low.

1. Bad petrol, bad filter, air cleaner,

spark plug, and / or breather.

1. Check Work and Electrode

cables for loose or faulty
connection.

2. Electrode may be wet.

If all recommended possible areas of
misadjustment have been checked
and the problem persists, Contact
your local Lincoln Authorized
Field Service Facility.

WELDING PROBLEMS