
American-Lincoln
®
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SC7740
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING - Cont.
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
REMEDY
Poor Scrubbing
1. Worn Scrubbing brushes
1. Inspect brushes. If they are worn to
1/2" (1.3cm) or less, replace all 3
brushes.
2. Incorrect method of operation
2. Check scrubbing procedures, brush
pressure, type of brush, solution flow &
cleaning chemical used. For extreme
conditions double scrubbing may be
necessary.
3. Wrong cleaning agent or mixture
3. Use A-L recommended materials
4. Poor solution distribution
4. Clean out distribution tube & metering
holes to brushes. Check feed hoses &
clean if necessary. Check valve & cable
control system.
Engine Runs, But
machine Will Not
Move on Level
Ground
1. Directional Control Pedal and/or
linkage jammed or not adjusted
1. Check pedal linkage
2. Front wheels jammed or brakes
locked.
2. Check wheels and brakes.
3. Hydraulic pump trouble
3. Check & repair pump.
4. Rear wheel hydraulic motor,
broken shaft key, broken shaft, etc.
4. Check & repair.
Machine Moves
Slowly
1. Low hydraulic fluid
1. Add oil to the reservoir
2.Brake dragging
2. Check brakes.
3.Hydraulic oil temperature too high
3. Check oil level, add hydraulic fluid if
required.
4. Worn hydraulic pump or drive
motor.
4.Check & repair pump or motor.
Hydraulic Pump
Making Excessive
Noise
1. Clogged inlet strainer or suction
line
1. Clean inlet strainer, Drain & flush
reservoir if oil is dirty. Refil with clean
Hydraulic fluid.
2.Air bubbles in hydraulic fluid
2. Check low hydraulic fluid level, leaking
fittings, or hoses.
3. Hydraulic pump is worn or
damaged.
3.See Cessna pump information.