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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Strike plate falls out or gets
jammed
Weight is not down after driving
When nished driving, make sure weight is
down and/or catch is visible through viewing
slots. Refer to Operation section of manual.
Post too small Use T-post adapter when driving small posts.
Smaller post/pipe not driving
straight
Post/pipe not centered in Post Driver
Install Horseshoe Strike Plate PN 21212
or 5" Donut Strike Plate PN 21395. See
Accessories section of manual.
Weight is dropping
unexpectedly
Weight is not down after driving
When nished driving, make sure weight is
down and/or catch is visible through viewing
slots. Refer to Operation section of manual.
Vehicle battery is dead Tilt switch was activated too long
Deactivate tilt switch when Post Driver is not
in use.
Weight not cycling
No post loaded in Post Driver
A post must be pushed up inside the Post
Driver until it stops before the weight will
cycle.
Broken or missing shaft key Replace key
Channel is not lubricated Grease the inside of the Post Driver case
Motor damaged Contact Blue Diamond
Motor will not operate
Incorrect hose routing
Refer to Hydraulics section of manual for
proper hose routing.
Motor damaged Contact Blue Diamond
Chain jumps
Incorrect chain tension Adjust chain tension
Sprockets or chain are worn Replace worn item(s)
Oil over heating
High ow activated Ensure vehicle is not in high ow mode
Low oil level Fill reservoir to proper level
Dirty oil or oil lter Change oil and lter
Tilt feature not working
No power to solenoid
Check electrical connections. Ensure switch
is activated.
Tilt lock pin in place
Remove tilt lock pin. Refer to Operation
section of manual.
Solenoid not working Contact Blue Diamond
Tilt or grapple cylinder not
working
Air in hydraulic system
Cycle hydraulics until both cylinders have
completely extended and retracted (fully
cycled).
Incorrect hose routing
Refer to Hydraulics section of manual for
proper hose routing.
Tilt or Grapple obstruction
Ensure tilt and grapple mechanisms can move
freely.
Cylinder damaged Contact Blue Diamond
For additional assistance, please call your dealer or contact Blue Diamond direct:
Tel: (888) 376-7027
Fax: (865) 246-2007
E-mail: info@bluediamondattachments.com
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