Barreto 1324TK, Owner'S Manual

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TRACK TRENCHER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (continued)
D. Tracks fail to turn, but chain rotates
1.
Sprocket key sheared
2.
Track Drive Valve not fully activated.
3.
Speed cable broken or disconnected.
4.
Pump cable lever loose on shaft.
Replace key and other parts as needed.
Adjust valve cable as shown elsewhere
in this manual.
Replace or re-connect cable.
Tighten setscrew on pump lever.
E. Hydraulic fluid leaks in hydraulic system
1. Fittings are loose.
2.
Worn or broken hoses.
3.
Hydraulic fluid around chain motor or
shaft.
Tighten fittings on hoses and adapters.
Replace damaged hoses.
Inspect motor for leaking shaft seal.
Rebuild or replace motor.
F. Foaming hydraulic fluid coming from breather hose.
1. Improper fluid used.
2.
Air leaking into fluid.
Verify that hydraulic fluid used had
antifoaming additives. Tractor
transmission / hydraulic fluid ISO 68 is
recommended for use in temperatures
above +32°F.
Inspect and tighten fittings and clamps
on pump intake hoses.
G. Boom does not lift, or does not lower into ground.
1.
Boom lift relief valve malfunctioning.
2.
Boom cylinder piston seal damaged or rod
bent.
3.
Boom pivot bushing seized.
Adjust relief to 1000 PSI. This may
require a replacement spring in valve.
Disassemble & replace parts as
required.
Disassemble, inspect, clean & replace
parts as required.