Nordco Trailblazer BC60, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING
BC 60 "Trailblazer" Brushcutter
Section 4-8
AUGUST/2012 (49458202/8203)
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Excessive Noise in
Transmission
Parking brake applied.
Release brake
Oil level too low. Add oil.
Transmission jumps
out of Gear
Foreign object jamming shifter arm
Remove
Damaged shifter fork spring
Replace
Transmission mounting bolts loose. Tighten
Axle Vibration During
Speed Changes
Torque link pins or bearings are
damaged
Repair or replace
Axle Housing
Running Hot
Parking brake left on
Disengage
Oil Level Low
Fill to level plug
Pinion Bearing Damaged.
Repair or replace
Excessive Vibration
During High Speed
Travel
Journal bearings are dry
Replace
Suspension wear plates are worn Replace
Universal joints worn Replace
Uneven wheel diameters.
Resurface or replace
Low Air Pressure
(90-120 psi is
normal)
Faulty air compressor pressure
governor Adjust governor setting or replace if
necessary
Faulty air compressor Refer to engine manual
Leaking hoses or leaking diaphragm in
air brake chamber Check air leak with foot valve in
applied position
Air Pressure Correct,
but brakes will not
apply Foot valve not working Repair or replace
Quick release valve malfunctioning Repair or replace
Parking/Emergency
Brake won’t Release Low air pressure Adjust air compressor governor
Faulty parking/emergency brake
control Inspect, repair or replace as
necessary