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MacDon M155 Operators Manual User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom

Problem

Solution

Section

Low coolant level

Fill reserve tank to proper level.
Check system for leaks.

Water only for coolant

Replace with antifreeze.

Engine Cooling
System, page 310

Engine overloaded

Reduce ground speed.

4.3.6 Windrower
Operation, page
111

Defective radiator cap

Replace cap.

Inspecting
Radiator Cap,
page 311

Defective fan belt

Replace belt.

Replacing Fan
Belt, page 323

Dirty radiator screen, rotors
turning

Check for obstructions in ducting from
screen to fan shroud.

Dirty radiator screen, rotors
not turning

Check connections to rotor electric
motor.

Maintaining
Engine Cooling
Box, page 315

Dirty radiator core

Clean radiator.

Cooling system dirty

Flush cooling system.

Engine Cooling
System, page 310

Defective thermostat

Remove and check thermostat.

Defective temperature gauge
or sender

Check coolant temperature with
thermometer. Replace gauge if
necessary.

Engine overheats

Defective water pump

Contact Dealer.

Contact Dealer.

Clogged or dirty air cleaner

Service air cleaner.

Air Intake System,
page 296

Engine overloaded

Reduce ground speed.

4.3.6 Windrower
Operation, page
111

Improper valve clearance

Engine out of time

Dirty injector nozzles

Contact Dealer.

Low engine temperature

Check thermostat.

Contact Dealer.

High fuel
consumption

Improper type of fuel

Use proper fuel.

Fuel
Specifications,
page 262

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