TROUBLESHOOTING
If symptoms of poor performance develop, the following chart can be used as a guide to correct the problem.
PROBLEM | CAUSE | SOLUTION |
Compactor Inoperative. | System Flow Valve not operating or | Adjust flow for compactor; flow and |
| adjusted incorrectly. | pressure test attachment circuit or |
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| compactor flow control, if installed. |
| Seized bearings. | Replace bearings and perform flow |
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| and pressure tests. |
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| Kinked hose. | Replace. |
| Plugged | Repair or replace. |
Rapid bearing failure. | Lack of lubrication. | Lubricate both bearings every 40 |
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| hours. |
| Overspeeding. | Adjust flow for compactor; flow and |
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| pressure test attachment circuit or |
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| compactor flow control, if installed. |
Rapid shock mount failure. | Excessive down pressure or carrier | Compress shock mounts no more than |
| too large for compactor. | |
| Cold weather operation. | Warm up according to |
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| ture Warmup procedure. |
Failure to achieve required compac- | Improper use. | See Operation section of this manual. |
tion specifications. |
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| Overspeeding or underspeeding of | Adjust flow for compactor; flow and |
| compactor. | pressure test attachment circuit or |
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| compactor flow control, if installed. |
| Moisture/soil content incorrect for | Correct condition of soil, or compactor |
| specified density.. | specifications are not reasonable for |
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| conditions. |
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