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TRAVERSE LIFT
Pettibone Michigan, L.L.C. OWNER/OPERATOR MANUAL MODELS 6036/6044/8036/8044
TROUBLESHOOTING
The following troubleshooting tables provide some of the most common problems occurring in forklifts
and their possible causes. If, after following the recommendations provided, the malfunction is still
present, consult an authorized dealer or service representative.
HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING TABLES
Locate the symptom in the SYMPTOM column of the table. Move across the page to the next
column, PROBLEM. This column will give the most probable cause(s) of the malfunction. The
SOLUTION column will provide the necessary maintenance action to correct the problem. If a
problem cannot be solved by using the troubleshooting tables, contact an authorized dealer or service
representative.
TABLE VIII. ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION
Engine hard to start or will not Improper starting Review starting procedure
start procedure
No fuel Check fuel level
Air in fuel line Bleed fuel line
Cold weather Use cold weather starting aids
Slow starter speed See Starter Cranks Slowly
Crankcase oil too heavy Use proper viscosity oil
Improper type of fuel Consult fuel supplier; use
proper type fuel for conditions
Water, dirt or air in fuel Drain, flush, fill and bleed
system system
Clogged fuel filter Replace filter element
Dirty or faulty injection Have authorized dealer or
nozzles engine distributor check
injectors
Injection pump shut-off not Turn key switch to OFF then
reset to ON
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