Lincoln Electric IM560 POWER-ARC 5000 - Manual (Page 43)

E-2 TROUBLESHOOTING E-2
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
C. Unit will weld but low or no generator
power is available.
D. Engine runs erratically or stops run-
ning.
E. Engine sputters but will not start.
1. Circuit breaker open.
2. Loose or open connection with elec-
trical plug-in component.
3. Current control dial not at “125”.
4. No open circuit voltage at receptacle.
Open lead in receptacle circuit.
5. No open circuit voltage at receptacle.
6. Rheostat (R1) lead broke.
1. Engine requires service to head, car-
buretor, filters, oil, spark plug and/or
gas.
1. Bad gas, bad filter, air cleaner, spark
plug, and/or breather.
1. Allow machine to cool by running at
no load. Reduce load and press in
circuit breaker.
2. Check all plugs and cordsets for open
or fault condition.
3. Turn dial to “GENERATOR”. FOR
GENERATOR POWER, ALWAYS
OPERATE WITH CURRENT CON-
TROL DIAL SET AT “GENERATOR”.
4. Refer to wiring diagram. Check
leads 3A, 3B & 3C (black); 6A, 6B &
6C(yellow); 5A (white).
5. Replace receptacle.
6. Refer to wiring diagram.
- check lead 200B (black).
- check rheostat tabs.
1. Service engine as outlined in “Engine
Maintenance” section. NEVER
OPERATE THE ENGINE WITHOUT
AN IN-LINE FUEL FILTER, when
using an alternate fuel tank or sup-
ply.
1. Replace with clean or new parts.