MacDon M100 SP Operators Manual - Manual (Page 174)

TROUBLESHOOTING
* See your MacDon dealer
** Refer to Windrower Technical Manual
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Rev. C
SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION SECTION
Lack Of Power. Incorrect timing. Contact MacDon dealer. *
Engine oil viscosity too high. Use recommended oil. 7.3.3
Intake air restriction. Service air cleaner. 7.8.4.1
Clogged fuel filter. Replace primary fuel filter and if
necessary, replace secondary
fuel filter.
7.8.5.2
High back pressure. Clean out muffler. 7.8.7
Improper type of fuel. Use proper fuel. 7.3.1
High or low engine temperature. Remove and check thermostat.
See "Engine Overheats".
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Improper valve clearance. Contact MacDon dealer. *
Faulty injectors. Contact MacDon dealer. *
Engine Temperature Below
Normal.
Defective thermostat. Remove and check thermostat.
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Warning Alarm Sounds. Engine overheated. Check coolant level. 7.8.6.1
Check thermostat. **
Low engine oil pressure. Check oil level.
Check oil level. 7.8.2
Low transmission oil pressure. 7.8.2
Engine Overheats. Low coolant level. Fill reserve tank to proper level.
Check system for leaks.
7.8.6.1
Engine overloaded. Reduce ground speed. 6.3.6.2
Defective radiator cap. Replace cap. 7.8.6.2
Defective fan belt. Replace belt. 7.8.8.3
Dirty radiator screen:
• Rotors turning
Check for obstructions in ducting
from screen to fan shroud.
7.10.1
• Rotors not turning Check connections to rotor
electric motor.
Dirty radiator core. Clean radiator. 7.10.2
Cooling system dirty. Flush cooling system. 7.8.6.3
Defective thermostat. Remove and check thermostat. **
Defective temperature gauge or
sender. Check coolant temperature with
thermometer, replace if
necessary.
7.8.6.2
Defective water pump. Contact MacDon dealer. *
Use antifreeze. 7.8.6.1
Engine RPM Cannot Exceed
2400.
ISC engaged. Disengage ISC
5.18.5
High Fuel Consumption. Improper type of fuel. Use proper fuel. 7.3.1
Clogged or dirty air cleaner. Service air cleaner. 7.8.4.1
Engine overloaded. Reduce ground speed. 6.3.6.2
Improper valve clearance. Reset valves. *
Engine out of time. Contact MacDon dealer. *
Low engine temperature. Check thermostat. **
Injection nozzles dirty. Contact MacDon dealer. *
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