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Check the mounting bolts of the winch and the hydraulic connections. Make sure all connections
and bolts are tight. Check the cable for any kinks and breaks in the cable, if any are found, replace
cable before use.
SERVICING
Superwinch recommends factor-approved servicing only. Contact Superwinch for authorized
service centers.
9.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING
Most hydraulic system failures follow the same pattern- a gradual or sudden loss of pressure or
flow with a resulting loss of power. Any one of the systems’ components may be at fault. By
following this step- by –step procedure, the trouble can be isolated in a short time.
Condition
Possible Cause
Operation
System Inoperative
No Oil in system
Fill system and check for leaks
Insufficient oil in system
Fill system and check for leaks
Wrong oil in the system
Refer
to
manufacturers'
specifications of the hydraulic
pump
Filter dirty or clogged
Drain oil and replace filter. Check
for leaks
Oil Line restriction. Oil
lines dirty or collapsed.
Replace damaged hoses. Change
oil
Leakage
Check all components, particularly
the relief valve, for proper
settings.
System Operates Erratically
Air in the system
Check the suction side of the
system for leaks. Repair
Cold Oil
Allow System to warm- up period
Dirty or damaged
components
Clean or repair as necessary
Restriction in filters or
lines
Clean and/or replace elements or
lines
System Operates Slowly
Oil viscosity is too high or
cold oil
Allow oil to warm up before
operating or change oil to a proper
viscosity.
Low Pump drive speed
Increase engine speed, refer to the
pump owner’s manual
Low Oil Level
Check reservoir and add oil as
necessary
