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Genesis GHG 16 - GHG 50 Handling Grapple
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Slow Cylinder Speed
The GHG cycle times are controlled by the flow provided by the carrier's hydraulic circuit and are a
direct result of the maximum published oil flow, see Hydraulic Flow and Pressure page 28.
If the arms will not open or close, be sure the right and left shut-off valves are open.
Checking Hydraulic Flow at Rated Pressure
Tools and equipment required:
Qty. 1 Pressure gauge: 0 – 5,000 psi (0 – 350 bar), for arm close circuit
Qty. 1 Test port adapter: to fit #4 SAE female port in the shut-off valve
Qty. 1 Test hose: rated for 5,000 psi (350 bar)
Qty. 1 Hydraulic flow meter: pressure loading type, 0 – 100 gpm (0 – 380 lpm) minimum
capacity
Checking Hydraulic Flow at Rated Pressure
Install a pressure gauge in the shut-off valve of the close side (left) of the hydraulic circuit.
Install a flow meter (t36) between the GHG (GZ) close
and open lines as shown.
Typically, the arm close line (m3) is on the left (from the
operator’s) seat and arm open (m4) is on the right.
To determine return line pressure (pressure drop) open
both shut-off valves (k4) and energize the arm close
circuit. Measure the pressure with the load valve (fm1) of
the flow meter in the full open position.
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