BA series pumps
1401 Pump unit with diesel drive
8.21
– Immediately after re-assembly, run the engine until warm to prevent residual moisture from causing
rust.
Malfunctions – Causes – Remedies
Malfunction Possible causes Remedial action
Engine will not start
or start is delayed,
although it can be
turned over with the
starter.
Speed control lever is in stop or idle
position.
Stop lever in stop position.
Set lever to „START“-position
No fuel reaching injection pump. Add. fuel.
Compression too low. See workshop manual.
Injector not operating correctly. See workshop manual.
Malfunction Possible causes Remedial action
Also applicable for
engines with
mechanical oil
pressure monitoring.
Oil pressure lost. Check engine oil level.
Activate mechanical oil
pressure
monitor.
Malfunction Possible causes Remedial action
At low temperatures. Lower starting temperature limit
exceeded.
Comply with cold starting
instructions. Operate preheat
system (optional extra).
Defective preheat system (optional
extra).
See workshop manual.
Fuel separates has inadequate
resistance to low temperatures.
Check whether clear (not
turbid) fuel emerges at the fuel
line detached from the
injection pump. If turbid or
separated - either warm up the
engine or drain the complete
fuel supply system. Refuel with
winter-grade fuel to which
paraffin has been added.
Starting speed too low:
- Engine oil is too thick.
Refill with a different grade of
engine oil.
- Battery charge is insufficient. Check the battery; consult a
specialist workshop if
necessary.