©Copyright AMKUS Rescue Systems 2020-2021
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LAL-002 August 3, 2021 Rev01
AMKUS RESCUE SYSTEMS
AMKUS.com
4201 Montdale Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383-4098 USA
800-592-6587 · 219-548-5000
11.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
11.1 GENERAL
Malfunctions can be divided into two sections:
1. Malfunction of the hydraulic system
2. Malfunctions related to other rescue tool systems
Remedies marked by the letter
M
require the intervention of the Maintenance Technician.
Remedies marked with the letter
O
can be performed by the Operator.
11.2 TROUBLESHOOTING THE HYDRAULICS
Table 11.2
12.0 PARTS, SERVICE, AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Parts, service, and technical information may be obtained from your local AMKUS dealer, or at amkus.com.
13.0 DECOMMISSIONING
When decommissioning any AMKUS Rescue Systems Tool or power supply, follow local regulations. For proper disposal information,
contact your local AMKUS Rescue Systems dealer.
14.0 INSPECTION, CLEANING, DECONTAMINATION, AND STORAGE
1. Always store the tool securely in a clean, cool, dry space.
2. Relieve the pressure on the tools after use by backing off the end stop.
BEFORE BEING PLACED BACK IN SERVICE, the rescue tool must be inspected to this list:
1. Check to see that all rescue tool markings are legible.
Contact your local dealer or AMKUS Rescue Systems for replacement labels.
2. Wipe the tool clean.
3. If the rescue tool becomes contaminated, determine the nature of the contamination. Follow the decontamination guidelines
provided by the Authority Having Jurisdiction. Technical advice may be requested from AMKUS Rescue Systems.
4. Inspect the tool, controls, and hoses after each use for damage, leakage, and excessive wear.
5. If rescue tool damage or excessive wear is noticed, remove the rescue tool from service immediately.
Contact your local dealer or AMKUS Rescue Systems for service.
6. Attach the hydraulic power unit and verify tool operation.
NOTICE
Immediately remove malfunctioning or damaged tools from service. Consult your dealer or AMKUS
Rescue Systems.
ALL SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED SERVICE TECNICIANS IN OBSERVANCE OF
SAFETY REGULATIONS.
FAULT
POSSIBLE REASON
POSSIBLE REMEDY
PERFORMED BY
STROKE DOES
NOT BEGIN
Control valve actuator damaged
Replace control valve
M
DISCONTINUOUS
STROKE
Max. pressure valve fault
Consult AMKUS Service
Department
M,O
WARNING
Any equipment failing any part of this checklist is unsafe for use and must have the problem
corrected before use or being placed back in service. Operating equipment that has failed the
checklist is a misuse of this equipment. Contact your local AMKUS dealer or AMKUS Rescue
Systems.
