SECTION 35 - HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
35-23
Bucket drift down test:
Pretest instructions:
* Operator in seat
* Service/Run switch in “RUN” position
* Seat belt fastened
* Ignition switch in the “ON” position
* Engine running half throttle, 1500 RPM
STEP
TEST RESULT PROBABLE CAUSE AND CORRECTION
1
Bucket stopped midrange
should hold in position with no
visual movement
YES
NO
System OK
Check control valve spool for centering, if OK go to
next step.
2
Check for leaking packing on cylinders, if OK go to
next step.
3
Check boom circuit relief valve, if OK go to next
step.
4
Check control valve for leakage.
5
Check O ring and backup washer on front and rear
plug in control valve.
Spool lock solenoid test:
Pretest instructions:
* Operator in seat
* Service/Run switch in “RUN” position
* Seat belt fastened
* Ignition switch in the “ON” position
STEP
TEST RESULT PROBABLE CAUSE AND CORRECTION
1
Battery voltage at solenoid
YES
NO
System OK, go to step 5.
Check seat belt operation, if OK go to next step.
2
Check wires to the solenoid valves for open circuit,
if OK go to next step.
3
Check EIC board operation, if OK go to next step.
4
Check EIC board operation, if not OK refer to
ELECTRICAL SECTION of the SERVICE
MANUAL.
5
Remove solenoid coil and check operation, if OK
go to next step.
6
Check control valve spools for centering, binding,
and binding between solenoid and block, if OK
replace solenoid valve.