TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Erratic Action
Ram will not extend, or
respond to pressurised fluid
Ram extends only partially
Ram moves slower than
normal
Ram responds to pressurised
fluid, but system does not
maintain pressure.
Oil leaking from ram
Ram will not retract or
retracts slower than normal
Poor performance
Cause
Air in system or pump
cavitations.
External leakage in ram.
Ram sticking or binding.
Overload condition.
Loose / Faulty couplers
Oil level in pump is low
Oil level in pump is low
Overload condition
Ram is sticking or binding
Pump malfunction
Air in system or pump
cavitations.
Loose connection or coupler
Restricted hydraulic line or
fitting
Pump not working correctly
Ram seals leaking
Overload condition
Pump malfunctioning
Ram seals leaking
Air in system
Worn or damaged seals
Malfunctioning coupler,
damaged application
Pump reservoir over filled
Ram damaged internally
Oil level in pump is low
Air trapped in system
Product Code: RL4TPP
Solution
Bleed the system
Contact service centre
Contact service centre
Remedy overload condition
Tighten/replace couplers
Fill and bleed the system
Fill and bleed the system
Remedy overload condition
Contact service centre
Contact service centre
Bleed the system
Tighten connection or
coupler
Clean and replace if
damaged
Check pump's operating
instructions
Contact service centre
Remedy overload condition
Contact service centre
Contact service centre
Bleed the system
Contact service centre
Secure load by other means.
Depressurise pump and
hoses, remove application
and replace coupler. Secure
load by other means.
Depressurise pump and
hoses, remove application,
then
Ensure proper oil level
Bleed the system
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