150 Engine Faults Flashcards
Possible causes of engine turning but not starting?
Tripped local control, train control,
Defective start button
Flat battery
Engine isolation switch to off
Fire alarm system isolated
Defective starter motor
Why would the engine turn but not start, or start then shut down?
No fuel
Low coolant
Low oil pressure
Wheel slip mcb tripped
Fire system has operated or been isolated
What to do if engine won’t shut down?
Use local stop
Close main fuel isolation cock
Why would the engine stop light be on when all engines are running?
Alternator has failed
Starter motor lock-out
Why would the engine revert to idle?
The. Oolong temperature has risen too high
Hydrostatic oil has dropped resulting in radiator fan not working
Water pump belt missing, damaged or slipped
Why would engine shut down and speedo drop to zero?
Local mcb tripped and unable to reset
WSP mcb keeps tripping
Why would engine stop light be out during prep when drivers key in and direction at neutral?
Engine isolation switch at off
Why would the engine start then shut down after a short period?
WSP mcb tripped.
