Engine Malfunctions - Fayat Group Dynapac DFP11 Operating Instructions Manual

9.2 Engine malfunctions

Malfunction
Engine does not
start
Engine does not
crank when oper-
ating the recoil
starter
Starter rope of
recoil starter does
not return to initial
position
Low engine power
Engine overheats
Engine stops
Possible cause
Fuel tank empty
Fuel valve closed
Fuel system clogged
Set the starter switch to "OFF" position
Engine oil level too low
No ignition spark
Starter switch defective
No fuel in carburettor
Recoil starter defective
Spring broken
Recoil starter dirty
Insufficient pre-tension of the spring
Spring broken
Air filter clogged
Throttle cable defective
Engine defective
Carburettor defective
Lack of cooling air
Fuel system clogged
Fuel tank empty
Troubleshooting – Engine malfunctions
Remedy
Check, fill up if necessary
Open the fuel valve
Clean the fuel screen
Check the fuel screen in the carburettor
Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Set the starter switch to "ON" position
Check the engine oil level, correct if nec-
essary
Clean the spark plug, replace if neces-
sary
Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Check the fuel supply
Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Replace the recoil starter
Replace the recoil starter
Clean the recoil starter
Check the pre-tension of the spring,
adjust if necessary
Replace the recoil starter
Clean the air filter, replace if necessary
Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Clean the air filter, replace if necessary
Cleaning the cooling fins and the cooling
air intake openings
Clean the fuel screen
Check the fuel screen in the carburettor
Have checked by qualified expert per-
sonnel
Check, fill up if necessary
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