User Manual

Force 10DA & Force 25DA
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PROBLEM & SOLUTIONS
Ram moves in the neutral
position
4-way valve is off center Re-adjust the 4-way valve by
centering the valve stem.
See Page 5
Ram runs jerky while moving
up and down
Air in the system Self-bleeding system.
Continue to run ram up &
down aprox. 15 times.
Machine will not build desired
pressure
Relief valve needs to be reset Remove octagon cap from
back of manifold and adjust
set screw to correct pressure.
WARNING – Do not exceed
2413 PSI.
Pins are shearing or bending Relief valve needs to be reset Remove octagon cap from
back of manifold and adjust
set screw to correct pressure.
WARNING – Do not exceed
2413 PSI.
Oil leaks around the ram Cylinder seals need replacing Replace cylinder seals
Oil leaks around holes other
than the ram
Bolts need to be tightened. Tighten bolts around the ram.
Ram will not extend the full 10
inches.
Oil level is too low. Re-fill the reservoir with oil.
Hydraulic gauge will not read
pressure
Hydraulic gauge is bad Replace the hydraulic gauge.
Motor will not start No power to it. Double check the electrical
cord.
Motor overheats and shuts
down
Duty cycle time is exceeded
Extension cord is being used.
Check the duty cycle time on
the motor. (Has no cooling
fan. 15-20 minutes)
Extension cord will lower the
Amps and will cause
overheating of the motor.
Remove cord.