MacDon M205 Operators Manual User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom

Problem

Solution

Section

Low coolant level

Fill reserve tank to proper level.
Check system for leaks.

Water only for coolant

Replace with antifreeze.

Engine Cooling
System, page 334

Engine overloaded

Reduce ground speed.

4.3.6 Windrower
Operation, page
157

Defective radiator cap

Replace cap.

Inspecting
Radiator Cap,
page 334

Defective fan belt

Replace belt

Replacing Fan
Belt, page 347

Dirty radiator screen, rotors
turning

Check for obstructions in ducting from
screen to fan shroud.

Dirty radiator screen, rotors
not turning

Check connections to rotor
electric motor.

Maintaining
Engine Cooling
Box, page 339

Dirty radiator core

Clean radiator.

Cooling system dirty

Flush cooling system.

Engine Cooling
System, page 334

Defective thermostat

Remove and check thermostat.

Defective temperature gauge
or sender

Check coolant temperature with
thermometer. Replace gauge if
necessary.

Engine overheats

Defective water pump

Contact Dealer.

Contact Dealer.

Clogged or dirty air cleaner

Service air cleaner.

Air Intake System,
page 319

Engine overloaded

Reduce ground speed.

4.3.6 Windrower
Operation, page
157

Improper valve clearance

Engine out of time

Dirty injector nozzles

Contact Dealer.

Low engine temperature

Check thermostat.

Contact Dealer.

High fuel
consumption

Improper type of fuel

Use proper fuel.

Fuel
Specifications,
page 284

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