Published 01-14-2021 Control # 707-01
6-3
TMS9000-2 SERVICE MANUAL
SWING SYSTEM
6
Grove
MAINTENANCE
Troubleshooting
Table 6-1
Symptom
Probable Cause
Solution
1.
Boom swing
operation erratic in
either direction.
a.
Damaged relief valve.
a.
Replace relief valve.
b.
Swing brake dragging (not releasing
properly).
b.
Readjust and/or replace necessary
parts.
c.
Low engine rpm.
c.
Increase engine rpm to obtain smooth
swing operation.
d.
Low hydraulic fluid.
d.
Check system for leaks. Make repairs
as needed. Fill reservoir. Refer to
e.
Improper movement of control to
neutral.
e.
Feather controls to neutral to maintain
smooth stopping action.
f.
Insufficient lubricant on swing bearing.
f.
Lubricate bearing properly. Refer to
g.
Crane not level.
g.
Level crane using outriggers.
h.
Damaged swing motor.
h.
Repair or replace swing motor.
i.
Excessive overload.
i.
Reduce load. Refer to load capacity
chart.
j.
Restricted or partly clogged hydraulic
hose or fittings.
j.
Replace hose or fittings. Refer to the
Manitowoc Crane Care Parts Manual.
k.
Pump cavitation in swing section.
k.
Tighten suction hose or replace any
damaged fitting. Check hydraulic tank
level.
l.
Improperly torqued turntable bolts.
l.
Torque turntable bolts evenly.
m.
Excessive preload on upper and lower
pinion shaft bearing.
m.
Adjust as necessary.
n.
Improperly torqued swing motor
attachment bolts.
n.
Torque swing motor attachment bolts.
o.
Malfunction of the swing box.
o.
Remove swing box and make
necessary repairs.
p.
Worn or damaged pump.
p.
Repair or replace damaged pump.
q.
Damaged swing directional control
valve.
q.
Repair or replace swing directional
control valve.
r.
Damaged swing pinion.
r.
Replace pinion.
s.
Damaged turntable bearing.
s.
Replace turntable bearing.
t.
Controller settings.
t.
Check settings.
u.
Electrical connection.
u.
Inspect wiring and connections.
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