Engine - Hitachi EX 3600-6 Operator's Manual

Problem
Engine Cranks But Will
Not Start or Hard to Start
Engine Knocks, Runs Ir-
regularly or Stops
TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE

Cause
Emergency engine stop switch
No fuel
Wrong fuel
Contaminated fuel
Low battery power
Poor electrical connection
Starter motor failure
Wrong engine oil
Air filter plugged
Fuel filter plugged
Engine compression low
Leaks in fuel system
Air in fuel system
Engine oil level low
Plugged air intake system
Low coolant temperature
Water, dirt or air in fuel system
Fuel shut-off solenoid valve failure
Turn switch off (to NORMAL)
Add fuel.
Bleed air.
Drain tank. Use correct fuel.
Drain tank and add clean fuel.
Charge or install new battery.
Clean and tighten battery and starter
motor connections.
Replace starter.
Drain oil. Use correct oil.
Replace elements.
Remove air from fuel system.
Clean fuel tank strainer.
See your authorized dealer.
Check fuel system connections.
Bleed air.
Add oil.
Clean filter and system.
Thermostat not working correctly or too
"cool".
Bleed air from fuel system.
Clean fuel tank outlet screen.
See your authorized dealer.
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Solution