Symptoms
Jerky movement, reduced pulling force, oil overheating.
Probable causes
- Degraded or contaminated hydraulic oil
- Relief valve incorrectly set
- Worn hydraulic pump
- Air in the circuit
Solution
Analyse and replace the hydraulic oil, check the relief valve setting, check pump flow and bleed the air from the circuit.
The information on this page is general guidance. It does not replace the manufacturer’s manual or the work of a qualified technician: before any intervention, always check procedures, tightening torques and safety requirements in the official documentation of the machine.
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