Troubleshooting Chart - Westward 3ZC68C Instrucciones De Operación

Westward Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
CHANGING OIL
For best performance and increased system life, replace
the complete fluid supply at least once per year.
1. With ram fully lowered, remove the oil filler screw
from the pump reservoir as above.
2. Lay the pump on its side and drain the fluid into a
suitable container.
NOTICE:
Dispose of hydraulic fluid in accordance
with local environmental regulations.
3. Set pump in its level upright position.
4. Fill with good quality jack oil to within 3/8" of the oil
filler screw hole opening.
5. Perform Bleeding/Air from System procedure.
Reinstall oil filler screw.

Troubleshooting Chart

Symptom
Ram will not extend, or
respond to pressurized fluid
Ram responds to
pressurized fluid, but system
does not maintain pressure
Ram will not return fluid to
pump
Ram does not fully extend
Poor performance
Warranty
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
Should this product fail to perform satisfactorily due to a defect or poor workmanship within ONE YEAR from the
date of purchase, return it to the place of purchase and it will be replaced, free of charge. Incidental or consequential
damages are excluded from this warranty.
Hydraulic Ram System Kits
Possible Cause
1. Release valve not tightly closed
2. Overload condition
1. Release valve not tightly closed
2. Overload condition
3. Hydraulic unit malfunctioning
1. Reservoir overfilled
2. Linkages binding
1. Fluid level low
2. Air trapped in system
Fluid level low
LUBRICATION
A coating of light lubricating oil to pivot points and
hinges will help to prevent rust and assure that pump
assemblies move freely.
CLEANING
Periodically check the pump piston and ram for signs
of rust or corrosion. Clean as needed and wipe with
an oily cloth.
NOTICE:
Do not use sandpaper or abrasive material
on ram or pump piston surfaces.
STORAGE
When not in use, store with the pump piston and ram
fully retracted.
1. Ensure release valve tightly closed
2. Remedy overload condition
1. Ensure release valve tightly closed
2. Remedy overload condition
3. Replace unit
1. Drain fluid to proper level
2. Clean and lubricate moving parts
1. Ensure proper fluid level
2. Follow Bleeding/Venting Trapped Air
procedure
Ensure proper fluid level
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3ZC68C and 3ZC69C
Corrective Action