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Hydraulic System
CONDITION - Nothing Works
POSSIBLE SITUATION
SOLUTION
Hydraulic valve not engaged
Engage valve to full detent
1 or more quick couplers not
Fully couple all couplers
completely coupled.
Defective quick coupler(s)
Replace defective quick coupler(s)
Hydraulic fluid low
Add hydraulic fluid
CONDITION - Slow or jerky operation
POSSIBLE SITUATION
SOLUTION
Cold hydraulic oil
Run engine and cycle hydraulics
Low hydraulic oil
Check for leaks; add oil
Tractor flow control set too low
Increase flow control
Engine speed too slow
Increase engine speed
Flow checking/faulty quick-coupler
Replace coupler
Drive motor damaged/defective
Service/replace drive motor
CONDITION - Conveyor/spinners operate backwards
POSSIBLE SITUATION
SOLUTION
Hoses connected backwards
Reverse connections
Main hydraulic valve is in reverse
Reverse valve direction
CONDITION - Conveyor/spinners operate too slowly
POSSIBLE SITUATION
SOLUTION
Valve adusted incorrectly
Adjust valve
Inadequate hydraulic flow
Check the gpm of your system.
Orbital motor defective
Service/replace motor.
Valve not opening fully
Service/replace valve
CONDITION - Oil leaks
POSSIBLE SITUATION
SOLUTION
Loose connections
Tighten fittings (do not use Teflon tape)
Damaged hose/fittings
Replace hose/fittings
Damaged fittings/drive motor O-rings Replace with correct O-rings
CONDITION - Oil overheats or entire system fails to function
POSSIBLE SITUATION
SOLUTION
Low oil supply
Add oil
Plugged filter
Replace filter
Internal leak
Call Dealer
Plugged suction screen
Clean screen
CONDITION - Orbital motor stalls
POSSIBLE SITUATION
SOLUTION
Shaft bearing damaged/defective
Replace bearing
Conveyor binding/overloaded
Reduce load; check for obstructions
Orbital motor damaged/defective
Service/replace motor.
Dump valve not opening
Service/replace valve
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