Specifications

PAGE 42 — DCA-10SPX3 A.C. GENERATOR— PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (03/31/01)
DCA-10SPX3 — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE)
Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper
handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a
breakdown, please take a remedial action following the
diagnosis based on the Engine Troubleshooting (Table 11)
information shown below and on the proceeding page. If the
problem cannot be remedied, consult our company's
business office or service plant.
TABLE 11. ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION
Engine does not start.
No fuel? Replenish fuel.
Air in the fuel system? Bleed system.
Water in the fuel system? Remove water from fuel tank.
Fuel pipe clogged? Clean fuel pipe.
Fuel filter clogged? Clean or change fuel filter.
Excessively high viscosity of fuel
or engine oil at low temperature?
Use the specified fuel or engine oil.
Fuel with low cetane number? Use the specified fuel.
Fuel leak due to loose injection
pipe retaining nut?
Tighten nut.
Incorrect injection timing? Adjust.
Fuel cam shaft worn? Replace.
Injection nozzle clogged? Clean injection nozzle.
Injection pump malfunctioning? Repair or replace.
Seizure of crankshaft, camshaft,
piston, cylinder liner or bearing?
Repair or replace.
Compression leak from cylinder?
Replace head gasket, tighten cylinder head bolt, glow plug and
nozzle holder.
Improper valve timing? Correct or replace timing gear.
Piston ring and liner worn? Replace.
Excessive valve clearance? Adjust.
Starter does not run.
Starter malfunctioning? Repair or replace.
Wiring disconnected? Connect wiring.
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