18
TROUBLESHOOTING
RAM
WILL NOT
PRESS
LOAD
RAM BLEEDS
OFF AFTER
PRESS
OPERATION
RAM WILL NOT
RETRACT
AFTER
UNLOADING
POOR LIFT
PERFORMANCE
RAM WILL
NOT EXTEND
TO FULL
EXTENSION
CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS
Release valve not tightly closed.
Ensure release valve tightly closed.
Overload condition.
Remedy overload condition.
Power unit malfunctioning.
Replace the power unit.
Reservoir overfilled.
Remove pump, then drain fluid to
proper level.
Linkage binding.
Clean and lubricate moving parts.
Fluid level low.
Ensure proper fluid level.
Air trapped in system.
Purge air from system.
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Safe Operating Temperature is between 40°F – 105°F (4°C - 41°C)