Kind of trouble
Possibly caused by
Remedy
Chapt.
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Engine fires but
does not run after
the starter motor
is switched off.
Engine shuts down
during operation.
In addition, if auto-
matic engine shut-
down is installed.
Engine power and
speed drop.
Stop signal from monitoring
element for automatic shutdown
system (optional extra):
- oil pressure lost
- air cleaner blocked.
- alternator has failed.
Fuel tank is empty.
Fuel pre-filter or main fuel filter
blocked.
Fan drive belt is broken.
Mechanical defect.
Stop signal from monitoring
element because of:
- oil pressure too low.
- cylinder head temperature
too high.
Faults in electrical system, for
instance:
- poor contact at cable
connections.
- defective alternator.
- defective relay.
Poor fuel supply:
- tank is running dry.
- fuel pre-filter or main fuel
filter blocked.
- inadequate fuel tank venting.
- leaks at fuel line connections.
- speed control lever does not
remain in the selected posi-
tion.
Check oil level.
Check the amount of dirt adher-
ing to the air filter; clean or if
necessary renew.
See workshop manual.
Add fuel.
Renew filter.
Renew the Poly-V belt.
Contact a specialist workshop.
Check engine for:
Engine oil level.
Cooling air passages blocked
or cooling system otherwise
affected.
Check electrical system and its
components; consult a specialist
workshop if necessary.
Add more fuel.
Renew the filter.
Ensure that tank is properly
vented.
Check threaded unions for leaks.
Tighten the speed control so that
it cannot move accidentally.
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