Buhler 2180 - Manual (Page 266)

SECTION 4 - TROUBLESHOOTING
4-4
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Engine knocks Low oil level
Low oil pressure
Engine overheated
Add correct grade of oil
See your authorized dealer
See Engine Overheats
Low engine operating
temperature
Malfunctioning thermostat(s) Replace thermostat(s)
Low oil pressure Low oil level
Wrong grade or viscosity oil
Add oil as required
Drain and refill with correct grade
and viscosity oil
Drain and replace per
specifications
Excessive oil consumption Engine oil level too high
Incorrect viscosity oil
External oil leaks
Plugged breather tube vent filter
Reduce oil level
Use correct viscosity
Repair leaks
Replace vent filter
Engine overheats Dirty radiator core
Excessive engine load
Low engine oil level
Low coolant level
Faulty radiator cap
Loose or worn fan belt
Cooling system plugged
Malfunctioning thermostat(s)
Hose connection leaking
Malfunctioning temperature gauge
or sender
Clean
Shift to a lower gear or reduce load
Add oil as required.
Fill coolant recovery tank. Check
cooling system for leaks.
Replace cap
Check automatic tensioner.
Replace belt if worn
Flush cooling system
Check thermostats
Tighten hose connection
See your authorized dealer
Excessive fuel consumption Incorrect type of fuel
Clogged or dirty air cleaner
Engine overloaded
Incorrect valve clearance
Implement incorrectly adjusted
Low engine temperature
Excessive ballast
Fuel injection nozzles dirty
Use correct fuel
Service air cleaner
Shift to lower gear or reduce load
Check and adjust
See implement operator’s manual
for proper operation
Check thermostats
Adjust ballast to current load
Have authorized dealer service the
injectors