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Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Fluid Power System Maintenance Fluid Power System Troubleshooting

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

The advantage of a routine maintenance program is that it reduces the amount of troubleshooting that may need to be performed. Many future problems can be avoided. Separate maintenance programs are applied for hydraulic and pneumatic systems. within a specific period of time. The frequency of inspection varies with the manufacturers recommendations. If those are not available, mobile hydraulic equipment typically should be inspected every 400 hr to 600 hr, or every three months. Industrial hydraulic equipment should also be inspected every three months if the manufacturers recommendations are not available. Inspection intervals are based on conditions that include operating temperature, pressure, accessibility, operating time, and environmental factors such as shock, vibration, operating time, and

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Hydraulic system maintenance is performed based on the results of routine inspections of equipment and systems within a specified period of time.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Mating surfaces in a hydraulic system can often have maintenance problems due to contamination and breakdown of the hydraulic fluid.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Hydraulic cylinders that are not in service must have their rods retracted to prevent contaminants from settling on any exposed metal and entering the system when the rod is moved.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Fluid stains or puddles under hydraulic equipment and hoses indicate the presence of a leak in the line.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Hydraulic hoses must be properly installed for maximum operating life.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

When preparing metal surfaces for use in fluid power systems, they should be polished with soft, nonabrasive, manufacturer-approved cleaning pads.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Pneumatic system maintenance requires regular inspection and replacement of compressed air filters.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

A hydraulic tester is used to measure the pressure, flow rate, and temperature of hydraulic fluid in a system.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting procedures are followed and documented to isolate and correct hydraulic system problems.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

The most common problem in pneumatic systems is insufficient airflow caused by leaks from worn, disconnected, or kinked hoses or tubing.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Air leaks can waste up to 25% of a pneumatic systems energy.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Plug-in pressure gauges can be used to trace pressure levels through a pneumatic system.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

An itemized equipment operation checklist can help an equipment operator provide information that can reduce the amount of time needed for the troubleshooting process.

Chapter 14 Fluid Power System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting electrical problems with an electrically controlled hydraulic system is performed by taking voltage or continuity readings.