5-8
F-916-0217 Edition
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
OVER HEATING OF OIL IN SYSTEM
Oil passing through relief valve for
excessive time
Return control valve to neutral when not in
use.
Incorrect, low, dirty oil
Use recommended oil
Fill reservoir with clean oil. Replace
filter.
Engine running too fast
Reduce engine speed.
Excessive component internal leakage
Repair or replace component as
necessary.
Restriction in filters or lines
Clean and/or replace filter or lines.
Insufficient heat radiation
Clean dirt and mud from reservoir and
components.
Malfunctioning component
Repair or replace.
FOAMING OF OIL
Incorrect, low, or dirty oil
Replace, clean or add oil as needed.
Water in oil
Replace oil.
Air leaks
Check suction line and component seals
for suction leaks. Replace defective
parts.
NOISY PUMP
Low, incorrect, foamy oil
Replace, clean, or add oil as needed.
Suction line plugged
Clean out obstruction or replace line.
Flush system, replace filter.
Pump damaged
Repair or place.
LEAKY PUMP
Damaged or worn shaft seal
Replace seal and/or shaft and check for
misalignment.
Loose or broken parts
Tighten or replace.
CYLINDERS MOVE WITH CONTROL
VALVE IN NEUTRAL POSITION
Leaking cylinder seals or fittings
Replace worn seals or fittings.
Control valve not centering when released
Check linkage for binding and repair.
Valve damaged
Repair or replace.
CONTROL VALVE LEAKS
Seals damaged or worn
Replace seals or valve.
CYLINDER LEAKS
Seals worn or damaged
Replace seals or cylinder.
Rod damaged
Replace.
Barrel damaged
Replace.
CYLINDERS DO NOT FUNCTION, OR
CREEP WITH PTO DISENGAGED
Leaking fittings or cylinder seals
Tighten loose fittings.
Replace worn seals or fittings.
Counter balance valve or O-ring leak
Replace defective component.
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
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