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Troubleshooting 23
MAN0556 (9/21/2007)
TROUBLESHOOTING
The following is a list of service problems, possible causes, and solutions. If problems still exist after preforming the
solution, contact your nearest Woods dealer for authorized service.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Jerky operation Air in hydraulic system Cycle cylinders several times to
purge system of air.
Cold hydraulic oil Run engine to warm oil.
Low hydraulic oil level Add oil to level specified.
Poor oil circulation Change oil filter and clean screen in
tractor hydraulic system.
Worn or damaged hydraulic pump Repair or replace pump.
Air leak in pump inlet line Check, tighten or replace inlet line.
Slow operation Faulty valve Repair or replace valve.
Air in hydraulic system Cycle lift cylinders and bucket
cylinders several times to free
system of air.
Hydraulic oil too heavy Change to proper oil.
Oil filter plugged Clean and replace filter.
Slow engine speed Increase engine speed rate.
Cylinder piston seals leaking Install seal repair kit.
Remote valve incorrectly adjusted
or malfunctioning
Adjust, repair, or replace control
valve.
Tractor hydraulic pump malfunc-
tioning
Repair or replace pump.
Hydraulic pump too small; hoses
or feedlines restricted
Check hoses and feed lines for
kinks and other restrictions.
Hydraulic couplers not completely
engaged
Connect hydraulic couplers.
Oil leaks Loose hose connections Tighten fittings. Use thread sealer
on pipe (tapered) threads.
Fittings or hoses defective Tighten fittings. Use thread sealer
on pipe (tapered) threads.
Fittings or hoses defective Replace defective parts.
Hydraulic cylinder seals worn or
damaged
Install seal repair kit.
Remote valve components worn
or damaged
Repair and/or replace.