Can't open pdf files using lion

Hi!
I really hoping someone can help me here. I can't seem to open PDF files. I get the spinning beachball for a while then the screen freezes.
Is there a workaround for this?
Many thanks in advance!
Dave

Choose one of the pdfs and Get Info "cmd-i". Is it set to Open With "Priview"? If not choose preview then Change All.
If that's not it create a new User go to System Preferences > Users & Groups > "+" (make it an admin acct) and test the apps in this new account, if they work the problem is isolated to your User and not systemwide. Also put some pdf files in Shared folder, so you'll have some to test in the new account.
If the issue is limited to your user account try starting up in Safe Mode (It will take more time to startup because it runs a directory check.)
If your apps functions correctly that way, go to System Preferences >> Accounts >> Login Items and remove them. Boot normally and test.
If the issue is systemwide then, you may be able to repair by booting cmd-r to your recovery Volume and re-installing Lion. This will be an "install in place" and shouldn't effect your data and settings.

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