General Machine Products 70483 Hydraulically Limited Cable Puller - Manual (Page 11)

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ROUBLESHOOTING
Problem: Solution:
Motor assembly will not go Check motor insert and stand receiver
into stand assembly. for damage or foreign materials preventing
the insert from going into the stand receiver.
Make sure hitch pin is not already installed
in either the motor or stand assemblies.
Cannot install hitch pin into Make sure the motor assembly is properly
motor and stand after assembly. installed into the stand assembly,
(See fig. 2 on page 8).
Cannot engage the hydraulic Hydraulic pressure has built up in the motor
quick-disconnect fittings. or hoses. Relieve the pressure by unscrewing
one of the quick-disconnect fittings.
Check quick-disconnect fittings for dirt
or foreign materials and remove if present.
Puller does not rotate when Check hydraulic power source is operating
foot pedal is depressed. properly and any hydraulic shut-off valves
or switches are open or on.
Check the foot pedal for proper operation.
Speed control valve knob may need to be
adjusted to allow pedal to be depressed.
Adjust force control knob by turning knob
clockwise. Do not use tools to adjust – hand
tighten only.
Puller does not rotate in Rotate entire puller assemble to other side
the desired direction. of man-hole or pull box, or reverse the
hydraulic connections at the motor by
removing the fittings then switch and re-
install into motor.
Cannot depress foot pedal. Adjust Speed Adjust knob counter-clockwise
until pedal is able to move.
Check for obstructions under foot pedal.
For further assistance regarding your Hydraulically limited
fiber optic cable puller, please contact General Machine
Products at (215) 357-5500.
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