Multiquip MVH406GH manual MVH-406GH-TROUBLESHOOTING

MVH-406GH—TROUBLESHOOTING

Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a breakdown, please take a remedial action following the

diagnosis based on the Compactor Troubleshooting (Table 9) information shown below. If the problem cannot be remedied, please leave the unit just as it is and consult our company's business office or service plant.

TABLE 8. ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING (CONTINUED)

SYMPTOM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
	Air cleaner not clean?	Clean or replace air cleaner
	Improper level in carburetor?	Check float adjustment, re-build
"Weak in power" compression is proper		carbureator.
and does not misfire.
	Defective Spark plug?	Clean or replace spark plug.
	Defective Spark plug?
	Water in fuel system?	Flush fuel system, and replace
		with correct type of fuel.
"Weak in power" compression is proper
	Dirty spark plug?	Clean or replace spark plug.
but misfires.
	Ignition coil defective?	Replace ignition coil.
	Spark plug heat value improper?	Replace with correct type of
		spark plug.
Engine overheats.
	Correct type of fuel?	Replace with correct type of fuel
	Cooling fins dirty?	Clean cooling fins.
	Governor adjusted correctly?	Adjust governor.
Rotational speed fluctuates.	Governor spring defective?	Replace governor spring.
	Fuel flow restricted?	Check entire fuel system for leaks
		or clogs.
	Recoil mechanism clogged with dust and	Clean recoil assembly with soap
Recoil starter malfunction.	dirt?	and water.
	Sprial spring loose?	Replace sprial spring.

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