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Travel Control Valve (with Damper)
CAUSES OF FAULTS AND
MEASURES
At times it may be difficult to pinpoint the source of the problem.
The following table lists some of the possible problems, possible
causes and remedies. Refer to this table for possible causes
and remedies to assist in correcting the sometimes difficult
problems.
The table only lists some general problems, possible causes
and their remedies. In many cases the problem is not caused by
the failure of a single part but, may be the result of a
combination of problems from related parts and their
components. Possible problems other than the ones list are not
being specified but that is not to say that these are the only
possible problems that can occur. The technician must diagnose
the problem, considering all possible causes and repair the
source of the malfunction.
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Secondary pressure will not
increase.
Low primary pressure. Adjust primary pressure.
Defective secondary pressure
select spring.
Replace with new spring.
Gap between damper spool and
casing is abnormally large.
Replace damper spool casing assembly.
Defective operating parts and
components.
Disassemble/reassemble and replace
defective parts.
Unstable secondary
pressure.
Jamming of interconnected parts. Repair/replace cause of jamming.
Unstable tank line pressure. Install direct line to hydraulic tank.
Air in hydraulic lines. Vent air from system.
Abnormally high secondary
pressure.
High tank line pressure. Install direct line to hydraulic tank.
Jamming of interconnected parts. Repair/replace cause of jamming.
No dampening. Air in piston chamber. Vent air from system.
Jamming of interconnected parts. Repair/replace cause of jamming.
Worn damper springs. Replace with new parts.
Worn damper spool and housing. Replace damper spool and housing
assembly.
Defective/damaged check valve. Disassemble and examine check valve.
Worn damper spool orifice. Replace damper spool.
Damper spool feels heavy. Defective interconnected
components.
Repair/replace defective parts.
Restricted movement of damper
spool.
Repair/replace damaged piston.