Trouble Shooting; Possible Cause - Scheppach 5904611903 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 con-
trol is positioned at stop, or engine
speed does not increase properly
when throttle control is adjusted.
Compactor is difficult to control when
pounding (machine jumps or lurches
forward)
No compacting function or the plate
compactor does not reach the maxi-
mum 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.
Choke not in ON 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
linkage.
Pull cord damaged
Too high engine speed on hard
ground.
Shock absorber too loose or dam-
aged.
Damage on exciter or plate com-
pactor.
Drive belt too loose and slips on the
pulley.
Worn seal.
Leaks on housing.
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Remedy
Attach spark plug wire securely to
spark plug.
Fill with clean, fresh gasoline.
Move throttle control lever to start
position.
Throttle must be positioned at
choke for a cold start.
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 gasoline.
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
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Adjust or replace the drive belt
Contact specialist dealer