Troubleshooter chart overcomes problems occurs in hydraulic systems.
Be prepared. Stay tune and regularly check the troubleshooter chart displayed here.
Find out the probable causes and solution of different hydraulic problems occurred during hydraulic system operation.
Most of the time troubleshooting procedure is performed in a random and wrong manner, leading to items being changed for no logical reason. That’s why a better systematic approach for correcting a hydraulic problem it became a must.
Before starting any troubleshooting operations get informed about the problem. The person in charge with the equipment should know very well the function of the equipment and could be very helpful providing you useful information to get a faulty system back into operation.
Take care to check that the proper drawings and diagrams are always available on board ship. Instruments like pressure gauges and multimeter should be always available and on hand.
Troubleshooter chart, Hydraulic actuator (cylinder or motor)
Defect
Causes
Causes
Corections
Hydraulic actuator does not run.
Faulty pump
Abrasive wear caused by metal particles looking like sticks or flakes;