
5-10
F-1013-1118
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Dock Leveler Hydraulics
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
FAILS TO LIFT SEMITRAILER
Insufficient hydraulic supply pressure
Adjust relief valve for 2400-2500 psi.
Worn hydraulic pump
Service or replace.
Insufficient volume to dock level circuit
Check compensator in main control
valve. Replace if flow to dock level is
below 5 GPM.
Too heavy a load
Reduce load on cylinders.
LOWERS UNEVENLY OR
ERRATICALLY
Insufficient volume to dock level circuit
Clean system and new oil and filter.
Dirty oil in check valves
Use same procedure as above.