ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
This following pages list difficulties that might possibly be encountered and their possible remedies. If, after properly
performing the listed remedies, the difficulty still exists, see your dealer. He has been trained and possesses the latest
technical literature and equipment to put your forklift back in operating condition.
ENGINE HARD TO START, WILL NOT START
Possible Cause
No fuel ........................................................................... Fill tank with proper fuel.
Fuel transfer pump primer lever left up.......................... Move lever to lowest point of stroke.
Low battery output ......................................................... Check electrolyte level and specific gravity of each cell.
....................................................................................... Recharge if necessary.
Excessive resistance in starting circuit- ......................... Clean and tighten all connections on battery and starter.
Too-heavy viscosity crankcase oil ................................. Drain and fill crankcase with oil of proper viscosity.
Improper fuel ................................................................. Consult fuel specifications and use proper type of fuel for
....................................................................................... operating conditions.
Water, dirt, or air in fuel system ..................................... Drain, flush, fill, and bleed system.
Clogged fuel filter........................................................... Replace filter element and bleed system.
Circuit breaker for wiring open....................................... Turn off lights and starter switches for one minute.
....................................................................................... (Circuit breaker will reset itself.).
Dirty or faulty injector nozzles........................................ See your dealer.
Dirty or clogged fuel line filter ........................................ Drain tank and remove fuel shut-off valve and clean filter.
Possible Cause
Insufficient crankcase oil ............................................... Add proper oil.
Dirt picked up by air intake system ................................ Check air cleaner for clogging
Injection pump out of time ............................................. Check timing, See dealer for service.
Stuck fuel injector nozzle ............................................... See your dealer.
Bright Forklift
BD3–7570
ENGINE KNOCKS
Troubleshooting
Possible Remedy
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