Fayat Dynapac DFP6, Operating Instruction

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9.2 Engine malfunctions
Malfunction Possible cause Remedy
Engine does not
start
Fuel tank empty Check, fill up if necessary
Fuel valve closed Open the fuel valve
Fuel system clogged Clean the fuel screen
Check the fuel screen in the carburettor
Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Set the starter switch to “OFF” position Set the starter switch to “ON” position
Engine oil level too low Check the engine oil level, correct if nec-
essary
No ignition spark Clean the spark plug, replace if neces-
sary
Starter switch defective Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
No fuel in carburettor Check the fuel supply
Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Engine does not
crank when oper-
ating the recoil
starter
Recoil starter defective Replace the recoil starter
Spring broken Replace the recoil starter
Starter rope of
recoil starter does
not return to initial
position
Recoil starter dirty Clean the recoil starter
Insufficient pre-tension of the spring Check the pre-tension of the spring,
adjust if necessary
Spring broken Replace the recoil starter
Low engine power Air filter clogged Clean the air filter, replace if necessary
Throttle cable defective Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Engine defective Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Carburettor defective Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Engine overheats Lack of cooling air Clean the air filter, replace if necessary
Cleaning the cooling fins and the cooling
air intake openings
Engine stops Fuel system clogged Clean the fuel screen
Check the fuel screen in the carburettor
Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Fuel tank empty Check, fill up if necessary
Troubleshooting – Engine malfunctions
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