TROUBLESHOOTING
Always refer to the hydraulic lift manufacturer’s service manual for additional troubleshooting
information.
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Pipe flare is excessive
Pipe is “over tracking”
Refer to the Operating and Maintenance Instructions Manual for
the applicable tool being used to roll groove the pipe.
Pipe height adjustment is too high
Roll grooving tool is tilted forward
Pipe face is excessively scuffed
Pipe is “over tracking”
Pipe will not stay in roll
grooving tool
Insufficient pipe tracking angle
Pipe rotating in the wrong direction
Pipe not square cut
Back end of pipe is above level.
Roll grooving tool is tilted forward
Ball transfer(s) are jammed or sticking
Remove the ball transfer(s). With the ball side down, tap the ball
transfer(s) on a hard surface to remove loose dirt and debris from
inside the unit. Re-install the ball transfer(s) and lubricate with a
dry graphite spray. Refer to the “Maintenance” section.
Pipe skids on one or more of
the ball transfers
Ball transfer(s) are clogged or there is a lack
of lubrication on the ball transfer(s)
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