7.1 - FAULTS
Provided that the majority of operating defects occur due to improper use of the machine, the table
below indicates some possible malfunctions that could occur and the measures to be taken to
eliminate them.
NOTE: in the case the anomaly or the cause that has caused it do not come under the defects
indicated, contact the McConnel company.
7.1.1 - DIESEL ENGINE
A symbol appears when the engine is running
Engine oil
pressure symbol
Top up the oil to the required level
Engine oil level too high
Engine oil filter clogged
Replace the engine oil filter
Top up the engine coolant
Contact McConnel’s support service
Timing belt loose or damaged
Adjust the tension of the belt or replace it
Engine coolant pump faulty
Contact McConnel’s support service
Timing belt loose or damaged
Adjust the tension of the belt or replace it
Contact McConnel’s support service
The engine does not start when switched on, a symbol appears
Contact McConnel’s support service
Engine oil
pressure symbol
Engine oil pressure switch faulty
Engine oil level low / no oil
Top up the oil to the required level
Engine oil filter clogged
Replace the engine oil filter
The engine does not start
The starter motor is
working but the
engine does not start
Refuel and prime the fuel system
Unsuitable type of diesel
Replace with a suitable type of diesel
Contact McConnel’s support service
Compressed air leaking from the intake /
discharge valves
Engine stop solenoid faulty
If the fault or the reason for it is not indicated in the list of faults shown, contact McConnel in order for repairs to be carried out.