Trouble Shooting - Scheppach HP800S Original Bedienungsanleitung

16. Trouble shooting

The following table shows fault symptoms and describes remedial measures in the event of your machine failing to work
properly. If you cannot localise and rectify the problem with this, please contact your service workshop.
Fault
Engine fails to start.
Engine runs erratically.
Engine overheats.
Engine will not stop when
throttle control is positioned
at stop, or engine speed does
not increase properly when
throttle control is adjusted.
Compactor is difficult to con-
trol when pounding (machine
jumps or lurches forward)
No compacting function or
the plate compactor does not
reach the maximum speed
Oil loss from engine or exciter
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Possible cause
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Out of fuel or stale fuel.
Throttle control lever not in correct
starting position.
Blocked fuel line.
Fouled spark plug.
Engine flooding.
Spark plug wire loose.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Vent plugged.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Dirty air cleaner.
Dirty air cleaner.
Air flow restricted.
Debris interfering with throttle link-
age.
Pull cord damaged
Too high engine speed on hard
ground.
Shock absorber too loose or dam-
aged.
Damage on exciter or plate compac-
tor.
Drive belt too loose and slips on the
pulley.
Worn seal.
Leaks on housing.
Remedy
Attach spark plug wire securely to spark plug.
Fill with clean, fresh gasoline.
Move throttle control lever to start position.
Clean the fuel line.
Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not prime.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Move choke lever to OFF.
Clean fuel line. Fill tank with clean, fresh gas-
oline.
Clear vent.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Clean or replace air cleaner.
Clean air cleaner.
Remove housing and clean.
Clean dirt and debris.
Contact specialist dealer
Set the throttle lever at lower speed.
Contact specialist dealer
Contact specialist dealer
Adjust or replace the drive belt
Contact specialist dealer
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