Troubleshooting Guide: Problem Possible Cause Solution
Troubleshooting Guide: Problem Possible Cause Solution
Troubleshooting Guide
Faulty cross port relief valve. Remove the integral cross port relief
valve and visually inspect for damage
or debris. Check pressure setting of
the cross port relief valve which can be
found in the Tool Circuit Requirements
Chart shown on page 11.
PowerTilt swings in only one direction. Single directional control valve is being Replace with bi-directional
used. control valve.
Cross port relief valve damaged. Inspect, test and replace as needed.
Both lines connected to either both P1 Refer to page 16 for proper port
or P2 ports of PowerTilt. connection location.
PowerTilt has spongy feel side to side. Air in PowerTilt or hydraulic circuit. Bleed air from circuit and check
for cause.
Forward and backward movement of Worn or missing thrust washers. Tighten end cap according to the End
shaft in the housing (shaft endplay). Cap Torque Chart on page 38. Replace
or install thrust washers if necessary.
Side to side bucket movement. Some movement is normal due to Normal movement is 1° to 1-1/2°.
clearance required between internal If greater, check shaft end play;
spline teeth. excessive end play can contribute to
side to side movement. If shaft end
play is not within acceptable limits,
consult PowerTilt AG.
PowerTilt will not accept grease Grease relief valve is not functioning, Clean or replace grease relief valves.
at fittings. or it has been replaced with a grease
fitting or plug.
PowerTilt squeals at maximum tilt or Relief valve is opening from machine Check relief pressure, and if within
when stalled. pressure. range, reduce the pressure from the
machine to below relief pressure
setting. See page 10 for pressure
settings.