Instruction Manual
DPA-38D Air Hyd. Power Unit - V1.0
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7.0
Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Solution
Application does not
extend, move or respond to
pressurised fluid
Overload condition
Remedy overload condition
Loose couplers
Tighten couplers
Faulty couplers
Replace couplers
Malfunctioning power unit
Contact a Durapac authorised
service centre
Repair or replace as
necessary
Inadequate air supply
Ensure air source can
dedicate 7.8 cfm @ 4-12
bar/60-175 psi
Application responds to
pressurised fluid, but
system does not maintain
pressure
Overload condition
Remedy overload condition
Malfunctioning power unit or
valve
Contact a Durapac authorised
service centre
Repair or replace as
necessary
Leaking application/connection
Replace
application/connection
Application responds
slower than normal
Loose connection or coupler
Tighten connection or
coupler
Restricted hydraulic line or
fitting
Clean and replace if damaged
Leaking application/connection
Replace
application/connection
Application does not return
fluid to power unit (i.e.
cylinder will not retract)
Malfunctioning coupler/
damaged application
Secure load by other means
Depressurise power unit and
hose
Remove coupler and/or
application
Repair or replace as
necessary
Application does not fully
extend (cylinder or
spreader)
Overfilled reservoir
Secure load by other means
Depressurise power unit and
hose
Remove application
Drain fluid to proper level
Low fluid level in power unit
Secure load by other means
Depressurise power unit and
hose
Remove application
Fill fluid to proper level
Poor performance
Low fluid level in power unit
Ensure proper fluid level