Field Test Power Supply
XCITE
FTPS - 5
4.4.
Connect the power cord to the power source, making sure that the power
indicator lamp is lit.
Use black and white wires for voltage, green for ground.
The red wire is NOT used.
NOTE:
The unit should NEVER be operated with the hoses coiled, nor should
anything be set on the hoses, nor should they be driven over.
4.5.
Check the level of the oil using the sight gauge on the back of the reservoir.
The oil reservoir should be completely filled with Mobil DTE-24 or DTE-25.
If necessary fill the reservoir using the transfer pump.
See 2.1.
4.6.
Connect the Pump Control Cable (from the Master Controller) to the
connector on the front panel.
4.7.
Make sure the front and rear of the cabinet are not obstructed by anything that
would restrict the flow of air into and out of the cabinet.
4.8.
Press the
PUMP START
button on the Master Controller to start the pump. To
stop the unit, press the
PUMP STOP
button on the Master Controller or the
EMERGENCY STOP
button on the pump’s front panel.
4.9.
Check the pressure gauge and verify the pump is operating at 3000 to 3200 psi.
Failure to comply with the above can cause severe damage to the servovalve,
exciter head, and pump. All warranties are invalidated if damage occurs due to
overpressure.
4.10.
In the event the hydraulic power supply will not start, check for oil over
temperature, or low oil level; or if the power supply starts but will not run
continuously, the filter element is clogged and needs replacement.
5.
Care and Maintenance
5.1.
General
The pump requires little regularly-scheduled maintenance. However, you
should keep the unit reasonably clean and should observe the following precau-
tions.
5.1.1.
Keep the quick-disconnect dust covers installed whenever the unit
is not in use.
Oils should not be mixed. If the type of oil is changed, purge the system.
