
TROUBLESHOOTING
* See your MacDon Dealer
** Refer to Windrower Technical Manual
Form 169469/169470/169471
206
Revision E
SYMPTOM PROBLEM
SOLUTION
SECTION
Engine Runs
Irregularly or
Stalls Frequently.
Unsteady fuel supply.
Change filter on fuel tank vent line. Replace
clogged fuel filter.
7.8.6.1
7.8.6.2
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Drain, flush, and fill system.
7.8.6.3
Air in fuel system.
Contact MacDon Dealer.
*
Low coolant temperature.
Remove and check thermostat.
**
Dirty or faulty injectors.
Contact MacDon Dealer.
*
Lack Of Power.
Incorrect timing.
Engine oil viscosity too high.
Use recommended oil.
7.3.1.3
Intake air restriction.
Service air cleaner.
7.8.5.1
Clogged fuel filter.
Replace primary fuel filter and if necessary,
replace secondary fuel filter.
7.8.6.2
High back pressure.
Clean out muffler.
7.8.9
Improper type of fuel.
Use proper fuel.
7.3.1.1
High or low engine temperature.
Remove and check thermostat. See “Engine
Overheats”.
**
Improper valve clearance.
Contact MacDon Dealer.
*
Faulty injectors.
Engine
Temperature
Below Normal.
Defective thermostat.
Remove and check thermostat.
Warning Alarm
Sounds.
Engine overheated.
Check coolant level.
7.8.7
Check thermostat.
**
Low engine oil pressure.
Check oil level.
7.8.3
Low transmission oil pressure.
7.11.1
Engine
Overheats.
Low coolant level.
Fill reserve tank to proper level. Check
system for leaks.
7.8.7
Engine overloaded.
Reduce ground speed.
6.3.6
Defective radiator cap. Replace
cap.
7.8.7.2
Defective fan belt.
Replace belt.
7.8.10.3
Dirty radiator screen – rotors turning.
Check for obstructions in ducting from
screen to fan shroud.
7.9.1
Dirty radiator screen - rotors not turning Check connections to rotor electric motor.
Dirty radiator core.
Clean radiator.
7.9.3
Cooling system dirty.
Flush cooling system.
Defective thermostat.
Remove and check thermostat.
**
Defective temperature gauge or sender. Check coolant temperature with
thermometer, replace gauge if necessary.
*
Defective water pump.
Contact MacDon Dealer.
Water only for coolant.
Replace with antifreeze.
7.8.7
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