CATinLiberia
Active Member
- Joined
- Aug 14, 2012
- Messages
- 26
- Location
- Liberia, West Africa
- Occupation
- Missionary and Community Development
I have two CAT 420D machines exhibiting the same issue: When I turn the key switch off, both continue to run-on at a slow RPM. To kill the engine, I either have to actuate a hydraulic valve or turn the key back on.
A local electrician told me it is either a dirty/defective solenoid that kills the engine or a defective key switch. As a rule, I will trust Satan before I trust electricians in this country. Because I have to ship all parts to Liberia from the U.S., I want to be certain the cause before shipping replacement parts. Even better, it would be great if I can fix it myself on this side of the pond!
Any thought?
Eric
A local electrician told me it is either a dirty/defective solenoid that kills the engine or a defective key switch. As a rule, I will trust Satan before I trust electricians in this country. Because I have to ship all parts to Liberia from the U.S., I want to be certain the cause before shipping replacement parts. Even better, it would be great if I can fix it myself on this side of the pond!
Any thought?
Eric