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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Beta diesels are very reliable if installed and serviced correctly, but problems can occur and the following list gives the
most common ones and their solution
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PROBLEM ENGINE DOES NOT START BUT STARTER MOTOR TURNS OVER OK
Possible Cause
No fuel:
Air in fuel system:
Water in fuel:
Blocked fuel pipe:
Fuel filter clogged:
Fuel lift pump blocked:
Blocked injector:
Fuel return not fed back to the tank:
Heater plugs not working:
Stop solenoid stuck in off position.
Solution
Turn fuel cock on and fill tank.
Vent air (see initial start-up)
Change fuel filter and bleed system.
Clean out and bleed system.
Change filter and bleed system.
Remove and replace.
Remove and clean.
Re-route fuel return pipe.
Check wiring to the plugs, and replace plugs if they are burnt out.
Check solenoid is free to return to run position.
PROBLEM: STARTER MOTOR WILL NOT TURN OR TURNS OVER VERY SLOWLY
Possible Cause
Battery discharged:
Starter motor flooded with sea water:
W
iring disconnected or loose:
Water in cylinders:
Engine harness fuse blown:
Solution
Charge battery or replace. Check alternator belt tension.
R
emove and clean or replace.
Check circuit for loose connections.
Incorrect installation. This is serious - check engine oil for signs of water
(creamy-coloured oil). Ring your dealer.
Replace fuse (located by starter motor or above flywheel housing) and check for
wiring faults
FUSE
Note: For convenience, some engines are supplied with a spare
fuse and holder attached onto the main engine fuse holder
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