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RD12A/12K Troubleshooting
10 Troubleshooting
Problem / Symptom Reason Remedy
Engine does not start Fuel tank is empty Refill fuel tank.
Wrong type of fuel Drain tank, change fuel filter, and refill
with the proper fuel.
Old fuel Drain tank, change fuel filter, and refill
with fresh fuel.
Fuel system not primed Prime the fuel system.
Fuel filter is restricted or clogged Replace fuel filter.
Battery connections are loose or
corroded, or battery is dead
Check battery connections or replace/
charge battery as needed.
Plugged air cleaner or filter elements Clean air cleaner or replace filter
elements.
Defective starter motor Repair or replace.
Inoperative fuel solenoids on engine Repair or replace.
Inoperative starter relay Repair or replace.
Loose or broken electrical connections Check connections and tighten or repair
as needed.
Engine stops by itself Fuel tank is empty Refill fuel tank.
Fuel or air filter is restricted or clogged Clean or replace.
Loose or broken fuel lines Check connections and tighten or repair
as needed.
No vibration Defective vibration switch or poor
connection
Check components and tighten or repair
as needed.
Damaged or disconnected
solenoid on vibration valve
Reconnect or repair solenoid.
Damaged exciter assembly Repair the assembly.
Damaged or broken exciter motor
coupling
Repair or replace.
Damaged exciter motor Repair or replace.
Damaged exciter pump Repair or replace.
Damaged exciter bearings Repair or replace.
No travel, or travel
only in one direction
Parking brake is engaged Release parking brake.
Sheared pin on forward/reverse control Replace pin.
Loose or broken control cable Tighten or replace.
Damaged drive motor Repair or replace.
Damaged drive pump Repair or replace.
Defective relief valve(s) Repair or replace.