Testing - Toro ProPass 200 Service Manual

Testing

The most effective method for isolating problems in the
hydraulic system is by using hydraulic test equipment
such as pressure gauges and flow meters in the circuits
during various operational checks (see the Special
Tools section in this chapter).
IMPORTANT: All obvious areas such as oil supply,
filter, binding linkages, loose fasteners or improper
adjustments must be checked before assuming that
a hydraulic component is the source of the problem.
WARNING
Before disconnecting or performing any work on
the hydraulic system, all pressure in the system
must be relieved and all rotating machine parts
must be stopped. See Relieving Hydraulic Sys-
tem Pressure in the General Information section.
CAUTION
Failure to use gauges with recommended pres-
sure (PSI) rating as listed in test procedures
could result in damage to the gauge and possible
personal injury from leaking hot oil.
CAUTION
All testing should be performed by two (2)
people. One person should be in the seat to oper-
ate the machine and the other should monitor
testing equipment and record test results.
WARNING
Keep body and hands away from pin hole leaks
or nozzles that eject hydraulic fluid under high
pressure. Do not use hands to search for leaks;
use paper or cardboard. Hydraulic fluid escap-
ing under pressure can have sufficient force to
penetrate the skin and cause serious injury. If
fluid is injected into the skin, it must be surgical-
ly removed within a few hours by a doctor famil-
iar with this type of injury. Gangrene may result
from such an injury.
Hydraulic System
Precautions for Hydraulic Testing
1. Clean machine thoroughly before disconnecting or
disassembling any hydraulic components. Always keep
in mind the need for cleanliness when working on hy-
draulic equipment. Hydraulic system contamination will
cause excessive wear of hydraulic components.
2. Put metal caps or plugs on all hydraulic lines left
open or exposed during testing or removal of compo-
nents.
3. The engine must be in good operating condition. Use
a phototac to determine engine speed when performing
a hydraulic test. Engine speed will affect the accuracy of
the tester readings.
4. When using hydraulic tester with pressure and flow
capabilities, the inlet and the outlet hoses must be prop-
erly connected and not reversed to prevent damage to
the hydraulic tester or machine components.
5. When using hydraulic tester with pressure and flow
capabilities, open load valve completely in the tester to
minimize the possibility of damaging components.
6. Install fittings finger tight and far enough to make
sure that they are not cross--threaded before tightening
them with a wrench.
7. Position tester hoses to prevent rotating machine
parts from contacting and damaging the hoses or tester.
8. Check oil level in the hydraulic reservoir. After con-
necting test equipment, make sure hydraulic reservoir is
full.
9. Check control linkages for improper adjustment,
binding or broken parts.
10.All hydraulic tests should be made with the hydraulic
oil at normal operating temperature.
11. Before returning machine to use, make sure that hy-
draulic reservoir has correct fluid level.
ProPass Hydraulic Testing
If your ProPass uses hydraulic flow from a tow vehicle,
refer to service information for the tow vehicle to determ-
ine testing procedures for flow and relief pressure on
your ProPass.
If your ProPass is equipped with the hydraulic power
pack, see the Hydraulic Testing section of Chapter 6 --
Hydraulic Power Pack for hydraulic testing procedures.
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