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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The following information is intended as an aid in determining if problem exists. Pumps should be repaired only by authorized
BVA Service Center. For repair service, contact service center in your area.
Symptom
Possible Causes
Corrective Action
Application does not extend, move or
respond to pressurized fluid
• Overload condition
• Loose couplers
• Faulty couplers
• Pump malfunction
• Remedy overload condition
• Tighten couplers
• Replace couplers
• Contact Service Center
Pump fails to maintain pressure
• External leak
• Internal hydraulic leak
• Tighten all connections
• Contact Service Center
Application responds to pressurized
fluid, but system does not maintain
pressure
• Overload condition
• Pump or valve malfunction
• Application/connection leaking
• Remedy overload condition
• Contact
Service Center
• Replace application/connection
Application responds slower than
normal
• Loose connection or coupler
• Restricted hydraulic line or fitting
• Application/connection leaking
• Tighten connection or coupler
• Clean and replace if damaged
• Replace application/connection
Application does not return fluid to
pump (i.e. cylinder will not retract)
• Malfunctioning coupler, damaged
application
• Secure load by other means.
Depressurize pump and hose, remove
coupler and/or application, then renew
or replace
Application does not fully extend
(cylinder or spreader)
• Reservoir overfilled
• Fluid level in pump is low
• Secure load by other means.
Depressurize pump and hose, remove
application, then drain fluid to proper
level
• Secure load by other means.
Depressurize pump and hose, remove
application, then fill fluid to proper
level
Poor performance
• Fluid level in pump is low
• Ensure proper fluid level
