Troubleshooting; Replacement Parts - North Star 49159 Owner's Manual

Use the table below to troubleshoot problems before contacting service personnel or your local dealer. If the
problem continues after troubleshooting, call your local dealer for assistance.
Failure
The engine throttle does not open
completely.
The throttle does not adjusted correctly.
The ground is too wet for compacting.
Drive belt is loosened or worn out, slipping
on pulleys.
Poor performance
(compactor does
not develop its full
Vibrating shaft bearings (#19) is binding.
speed)
Air filter is clogged with dust which reduces
engine performance.
The engine speed is too low.
The engine throttle is not opened.
Clutch is damaged.
Engine is running
but no vibration
Engine speed is too low.
V-belt is worn
The ground surface is too hard.
Plate jumps or
compacts unevenly
Rubber isolator is loosened or damaged.
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For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381.
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Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a
convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence.
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When ordering parts, the following will be required: model number, serial number/lot date code,
and description.
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and manuals without notice.

Troubleshooting

Possible Cause

Replacement Parts

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Remedial Measure
Open the engine throttle completely.
Adjust the throttle controller correctly.
Dry the soil before compacting.
Adjust/replace the belt. Or check whether
the engine mounting bolts are tightened.
Check the condition & the level of the oil in
vibrator housing, and add/change the oil.
Clean/replace the air filter cartridge.
Check the engine speed with tachometer
and adjust/repair the engine to run at
correct speed.
Note: Refer to the engine manual.
The drive belt is loosened or broken.
Adjust/ replace it.
Inspect/replace the clutch.
Turn Accelerator lever fully clockwise
Adjust/replace the V-belt
Adjust/replace the rubber isolator.