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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Lacks drilling power Low system pressure (PSI)
Check with pressure gauge. If low, investigate the cause.
Slow auger speed
Low flow (GPM) Check with flow meter. If low, investigate cause.
Fittings or connections are too small or
incompatible
Replace with proper fittings.
Hydraulic hose pinched or kinked
Fix pinched or kinked hose. Refer to Assembly &
Installation.
Dirty oil or filter
Change oil and filter according to vehicle
manufacturer's recommendation.
Hydraulic motor worn or damaged See your dealer for repairs.
Auger will not drill
Worn teeth or point Replace teeth or point. Refer to Accessories.
Ground too hard and dry
Replace dirt teeth and point with hardfaced or carbide
teeth and point. Refer to Accessories.
Drive unit contacting cradle Cradle not installed in proper position Refer to Assembly & Installation to adjust carry angle.
Gear oil leaks
Output seal worn or damaged Replace output seal. Refer to Parts: Drive Unit.
Motor seals worn or damaged, causing
hydraulic oil to leak into gearbox
See your dealer for repairs.
Hydraulic oil leaks
Fittings loose or damaged Tighten or replace fittings
Hydraulic hose loose or damaged Tighten or replace hydraulic hose
Hydraulic motor seals worn or damaged See your dealer for repairs.
Vehicle hydraulic
oil overheating
Low quantity of hydraulic oil Add hydraulic oil to vehicle.
Improper hydraulic oil Replace with proper hydraulic oil.
Dirty hydraulic oil or filter
Change oil and filter according to vehicle
manufacturer's recommendation.
Improper hose size Check hose diameter and length requirements
Hydraulic hose failure
Hydraulic relief pressure setting too high
Adjust vehicle hydraulic relief pressure setting to
within drive unit specifications.
Hoses worn or damaged Replace hoses.
Hose rating too low for hydraulic system
pressure
Replace with hoses with working pressure rated
higher than vehicle hydraulic pressure.
Hoses pinched, kinked, or stretched Refer to Assembly & Installation.
For additional assistance, please call your dealer or contact Danuser direct:
Tel: (573) 642-2246
Fax: (573) 642-2240
E-mail: sales@danuser.com
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