(VII) Overheated Diesel Engine
Fault Characteristics & Causes
1. Cooling water in the tank is insufficient or
1. Fill up or replace the cooling water in the tank.
2. Cooling system is impeded.
2. Get rid of the scale, foreign matters in the pipes
3. Water pump belt is loose.
3. Adjust the tensity of the belt.
4. Water pump works improperly.
4. Repair or replace the water pump.
5. Temperature saver malfunctioned.
5. Repair or replace the temperature saver.
6. Lubricating oil is of poor quality.
6. Replace the lubricating oil.
7. Water thermometer malfunctioned.
7. Replace the water thermometer.
8. Diesel engine works under overload.