OPERATION
Operation Section 4-42
OPERATION
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
SR14/SR20 10/03
TROUBLE
Gear Box Noisy
Clutch Slips Excessively
Gear Box Leaking
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Rough gears.
2. Worn bearing.
1. Damaged oil seal.
2. Bent shaft.
3. Shaft rough in oil seal area.
4. Oil seal installed wrong.
5. Oil seal not sealing in the
housing.
6. Oil level too high.
7. Sand hole in casting.
8. Gasket damaged.
9. Bolts loose.
1. Clutch linings badly worn or
plates warped.
2. Too much power for clutch.
3. Oil on facings.
4. Friction facings glazed.
1. Cutting in sandy conditions.
2. Cutting in rocky conditions.
3. Soft "will fit" blades.
1. Not enough pressure.
2. Valve not connected properly.
3. Quick coupler not completely
connected.
POSSIBLE REMEDY
Run in or change gears.
Replace bearing.
Replace seal.
Replace oil seal and shaft.
Replace or repair shaft.
Replace seal.
Replace seal or use a sealant on
OD of seal.
Drain oil to proper level.
Replace castings or gear box.
Replace gasket.
Tighten bolts.
Repair clutch per maintenance
section of manuals.
Reduce ground speed and
material intake.
Replace facings.
Clean with emery cloth.
Increase cutting height.
Increase cutting height.
Use genuine Rhino HT blades.
Check pressure.
Re-plumb valve.
Complete connection.
Blade Wears Too Fast
Hydraulic Cylinder Will Not
Operate
TROUBLE SHOOTING