Problem
Engine will not start.
Engine still will not start.
Unit will not vibrate.
Asphalt adhering to plate.
Paving blocks damaged.
Bituminous surface flaking
(laminating).
Low travel speed (plate sinking).
Troubleshooting Guide
Cause
No fuel.
Engine switched off.
Spark plug fouled.
Engine cold.
Engine flooded.
Major Fault
Engine speed too slow.
Drive belt tension loose.
Air filter blocked
Drive failure.
Vibrator failure.
Lack of lubrication.
Plate in direct contact with material.
Over compaction.
Layer thickness too deep.
Moisture content too high or too low.
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Remedy
Open fuel tap.
Fill fuel tank.
Switch engine on.
Clean and reset plug gap.
Close choke.
Honda, open choke, fully open throttle, pull
recoil starter until engine fires.
Hatz, move speed control to stop, pull recoil
starter 5 times then repeat start procedure.
Contact Agent or Altrad Belle.
Set engine speed control to fast.
Adjust belt tension.
Clean or renew air filter.
Contact Agent or Altrad Belle.
Contact Agent or Altrad Belle.
Use a water spray system.
Use a paving pad.
Remove and relay.
Remove some of the material.
Remove material and adjust.