ADJUSTING THE AUTOMATIC THROTTLE
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The AUTOMATIC THROTTLE function is triggered by an adjustable pressure switch located on the hydraulic manifold.
Throttle Control
Pressure Switch
Pressure
Relief Valve
When the flow selector is set to (for example) 40 liters (10 gal), that amount of oil will circulate through the hoses and through the tool and back to the tank.
The circulation of the oil through the hoses creates a small pressure (known as “back pressure”) at the pressure switch.
The back pressure in the system can vary for many reasons such as;
-Cold hydraulic oil
-The length of the hoses – a longer hose creates more back pressure.
-The valve in the hydraulic tool can have a high restriction.
In some applications the hydraulic system restriction may be too low. This will cause the engine to remain at idle speed even after the tool is engaged and full power is required.
When a trigger is activated at the tool, the oil pressure quickly rises to in excess 50 bar (700 psi). This normally triggers the AUTOMATIC THROTTLE control to increase the throttle to “FULL”. It is desirable that the engine engages to full throttle immediately when the tool is activated.
ADJUSTMENT
On the PP 418 the threshold pressure at which the
throttle reacts can be adjusted to reach a desired function for a specific tool and condition.
Step 1
Hook up the hoses and tool to be used.
Step 2
Turn the AUTOMATIC THROTTLE switch to the ON position. Start the engine and let it idle for 1 minute. The engine will now idle at 1900 RPM.
Step 3
Turn the FLOW SELECTOR to the proper setting for the tool. Note: If the oil is cold the back pressure in the system can trigger the full throttle function.
Step 4
Let the hydraulic oil warm up for one or two minutes. It is now OK to start the work. The hydraulic oil will reach a stabilized operational temperature in approximately 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 5
If the machine has been operated for 10 minutes and the AUTOMATIC THROTTLE function is not working correctly the pressure threshold value between the idle and full throttle function can be adjusted.
NOTICE:
The Throttle Control Pressure Switch setting has NO impact on the relief valve setting (= maximum system pressure). It is strictly sensing the system pressure to signal the controller to operate the engine at Idle or Full Throttle.
DO NOT adjust the pressure relief valve.
Use an 8 mm or 5/16” hex key to adjust the throttle threshold pressure
Scenario 1.
With the Automatic throttle switch in the ON position, the engine will stay at FULL THROTTLE even when the hydraulic oil is hot.
Adjustment Turn the Adjustment Screw - Clockwise in 1/8 turn increments until proper function is achieved.
Scenario 2.
The engine will remain at IDLE SPEED when the tool is engaged. It might work OK when the oil is cold.
Adjustment Turn the Adjustment Screw - Counter Clockwise in 1/8 turn increments until proper function is achieved.
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