MacDon 9000 Operator's Manual page 122

TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
CAUSE
REMEDY
REF.
Engine hard to start or
Diesel: Hand lever on Push lever down. 72
will not start. (cont'd)
lift pump raised.
Crankcase oil too Use recommended oil.
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heavy.
Low battery output. Have battery tested. 79
Check battery electro-
lyte level.
Poor battery Clean and tighten loose
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connection. connections.
Faulty starter. Repair or replace.
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Wiring shorted, circuit Check continuity of
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breaker open.
wiring and breaker
(manual reset).
Gas engine - no spark. Clean or replace spark
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plugs. Check wires.
Check distributor cap
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and air gap.
Diesel engine - faulty Clean or replace
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injectors. injectors.
Engine knocks.
Insufficient oil. Add oil.
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Engine out of time.
Diesel - Time injection
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pump.
Gas - Time engine 54
ignition.
Low or high coolant Remove and check
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temperature. thermostat. See "Engine
Overheats".
Improper fuel. Use proper fuel. 45
Low oil pressure.
Low oil level. Add oil.
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Improper type of oil. Drain, fill crankcase with
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proper oil.
Worn components.
Repair engine.
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High oil consumption.
Crankcase oil too light. Use recommended oil.
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Oil leaks.
Check for leaks around
gaskets, seals, and
drain plugs.
Internal parts worn.
Check for worn parts.
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Engine stops.
Operator left seat with Disengage header drive,
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controls out of neutral. put controls in neutral.
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See your Windrower dealer.
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