MacDon M100 SP Operators Manual - Manual (Page 173)

TROUBLESHOOTING
* See your MacDon dealer
** Refer to Windrower Technical Manual
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Rev. C
58 TROUBLESHOOTING
58.1 ENGINE
SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION SECTION
Engine Hard To Start Or Will Not
Start.
Controls not in neutral. Move GSL to neutral.
Move steering wheel to locked
position.
Disengage header clutch.
6.3.5.1
6.3.5.1
5.16.1
Neutral interlock misadjusted. Contact MacDon dealer. *
No fuel to engine. Fill empty fuel tank, replace
clogged filter. 6.3.5.4
7.8.5.2
Old fuel in tank. Drain tank, refill with fresh fuel. 7.8.5.3
Water, dirt or air in fuel system. Drain, flush, fill and prime
system.
7.8.5.3
Improper type of fuel. Use proper fuel for operating
conditions.
7.3.1
Crankcase oil too heavy. Use recommended oil. 7.3.1
Low battery output. Have battery tested. Check
battery electrolyte level.
7.10.1.4
Poor battery connection. Clean and tighten loose
connections.
7.10.1.4
Faulty starter. Contact MacDon dealer. *
Wiring shorted, circuit breaker open. Check continuity of wiring and
breaker (manual reset).
7.10.8.1
Loose connection at fuel pump. Ensure connector at pump is
fully pushed in.
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ECM fuse (1 of 2) blown.
Replace. 7.10.8.2 ECM Ignition relay faulty.
Neutral Logic relay faulty.
Faulty injectors . Contact MacDon dealer. *
Engine Knocks. Insufficient oil. Add oil. 7.8.2
Engine out of time. Contact MacDon dealer. *
Low or high coolant temperature. Remove and check thermostat.
See "Engine Overheats".
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Improper fuel. Use proper fuel. 7.3.1
Low Oil Pressure. Low oil level. Add oil. 7.8.2
Improper type of oil. Drain, fill crankcase with proper
oil.
7.8.3
Worn components. Contact MacDon dealer. *
High Oil Consumption. Crankcase oil too light. Use recommended oil. 7.3.1
Oil leaks. Check for leaks around gaskets,
seals, and drain plugs.
7.8.3
Internal parts worn. Contact MacDon dealer. *
Engine Runs Irregularly Or Stalls
Frequently.
Unsteady fuel supply. Change filter on fuel tank vent
line. Replace clogged fuel filter. 7.8.5.1
7.8.5.2
Water or dirt in fuel system. Drain, flush, and fill system. 7.8.5.3
Air in fuel system. Contact MacDon dealer. *
Low coolant temperature. Remove and check thermostat. **
Dirty or faulty injectors. Contact MacDon dealer. *
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