Troubleshooting Analysis Chart
PROBLEM
Operation is rough or not regular. Hydraulic oil is too cold.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Low oil level.
Low oil pressure.
Wrong oil.
Control cables need adjustment.
Figure 9 - Troubleshooting Analysis Chart
Operation, Power Controls
CORRECTION
Put the control lever in the BRAKE-OFF
position, and run the engine at 1000 rpm
to warm the oil to 80°F before operating
the winch.
Add hydraulic oil to the correct level.
See the Service Manual for additional
troubleshooting.
Drain oil and replace with correct grade.
Refer to Figure 3, Recommended Oil
List.
Check for correct adjustment. Make
sure the ends of the cables are fastened
correctly.
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