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9 TROUBLESHOOTING
9.1 Troubleshooting principles
Use the following principles as guidelines for locating and solving system problems:
1. Be aware of the normal operating situation.
2. Recognize a system problem (see, hear, feel, smell) - for example:
• Smoking and overheated brake band: see/smell/feel
• Drum not turning fast or slow enough: see drum, depth and speed display
• Engine vibration: feel and hear unit shake
3. Identify the system status before the problem.
4. Analyse the actions that immediately preceded the system problem.
5. Identify possible causes:
• Refer to the manual to verify that all setup steps were done correctly (transport,
connecting, rigging up, etc.)
• Is problem mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or combined (use schematics and look at
most likely area first)
• Systematically eliminate a possible cause before continuing with next possible cause
• Solve the cause and the problem:
Use maintenance procedure from manual where available
Permanent solution where possible
Temporary solution (always with long term fix proposal)
6. Test the solution to ensure it is effective.
7. Register actions in Logbook to track recurring problems.
8. Report error and solution appropriately.
9.2 Troubleshooting table
The following troubleshooting table for the K-Winch DataSplit C provides possible causes and
suggested solutions for common problems.
LEVELWIND SYSTEM
Noisy levelwind chain Too much slack in chain Tighten chain tensioner
Levelwind carriage judders during Dry slider bearing Grease the bearing
horizontal motion
ENGINE
Engine stops Fuel tank is empty Fill fuel tank with diesel and restart engine
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Diesel engine creates excessive noise Worn shock mount diesel engine Replace faulty shock mount
and vibration shock mount
Engine temperature too high Coolant too low Replenish coolant as necessary
Engine oil pressure too low Engine oil too low Replenish engine oil as necessary
Engine does not cutout at the pre- Wrong setting of the over speed Change setting of the over speed
adjusted over speed setting controller controller adjustment screw
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Noisy hydraulic pump(s) Air bubbles in oil Check hydraulic oil level. Replenish oil as
necessary.
Zero hydraulic control pressure Hydraulic system oil level low Replenish hydraulic oil as necessary
Broken coupling between motor and Inspect through hole in coupling body.
pump group Repair/replace coupling.
Drum does not turn when DRUM Hydraulic pressure lines to winch Check lines, connect or replace hose(s)
CONTROL lever is operated motor restricted or open
MEASURING HEAD
Measure wheel does not rotate smoothly Friction level in the bearing is too Replace the bearing
high
WINCH TRANSMISSION
Oil leaks Worn seals Replace seals
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Excessive noise from reduction gearbox Low lubrication oil level Fill reduction gear with oil
Drum does not turn when DRUM Brake applied Disengage drum brake
CONTROL lever is operated
Pneumatic pressure loss (indicated Check air compressor and air receivers.
by pressure gauge on the SmartView Repair if defective.
control panel) Check all pneumatic lines in body and
control panel.
Drum continues turning with DRUM Excessive temperature caused by Change oil using recommended viscosity
CONTROL joystick in neutral contaminated oil and flush system.
Valve spool sticking due to scored Remove valve and repair or replace as
spool. necessary.
Valve spool sticking due to weak/ Remove valve and repair or replace as
broken return spring necessary.
Valve spool sticking due to excess Check pressure across relief valve and
pressure caused by defective relief repair or replace as necessary.
valve.
Valve spool sticking due to binding Repair or replace control rod or lever as
control rod or lever necessary
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