Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Noise from the drive shaft
Insufficient lubrication
Apply grease as indicated by drive
shaft manufacturer
Worn trunnion bearings
Renew bearings
Drive shaft length incorrect
Adjust length, replacing any
components cut to wrong length
where necessary
Drive shaft wear
Insufficient lubrication
Apply grease as indicated by drive
shaft manufacturer
Operating angle incorrect
Reduce the operating angle
Overload
Avoid overloading the shaft and
starting the machine under load
Breakage or deformation of drive
shaft
Overload
Avoid overloading the shaft and
starting the machine under load
Check operation of torque limiter
Gearbox overheating
Gearbox oil level too low
Check seals and gaskets and
renew any that are damaged
Top up oil
Incorrect oil type
Change with oil of prescribed type
Excessive oil
Restore correct oil level
Overload
Observe the prescribed speed and
power conditions
Oil leaking from tine holders
Damaged seals caused by foreign
material
Renew damaged seals
Accumulation of soil at the sides of
the machine
Stone guards bent
Straighten or renew damaged parts