Premier PD500 - Drive Unit Servicing

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AUGER SYSTEM
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Slow speed
Low flow
Check the flow meter; if low,
investigate the cause
Line restrictions
Clear lines
Fittings or connections are too small
Replace with the proper fittings
The oil filter is dirty
Replace the oil filter
The hydraulic pump is worn or
damaged
See dealer for repair
Insufficient digging power
The teeth or auger point have
become worn
Replace the worn parts
Low system pressure
Check the pressure gauge; if low,
investigate cause
Relief valve damaged or set
incorrectly
Adjust or replace the relief valve as
required
Excessive load
Reduce the load to remain within
machine specifications
Reverse direction
The hoses are reversed
Re-install the hoses in the correct
orientation
Excessive oil heating
Line restriction
Clear lines
Hydraulic fluid is dirty
Replace the hydraulic fluid and filter
Insufficient amount of hydraulic fluid
Fill the reservoir to the proper level
Oil leaks
Hoses and/or fittings are loose or
damaged
Tighten or replace the parts as
required
Hydraulic motor seals are worn or
damaged
See dealer for repair
DRIVE UNIT SERVICING PROCEDURES
IDENTIFICATION
All Power Wheel drive units and kits are shipped with a label (example shown below) that includes the Auburn Gear part
number and order code.
In addition to the label, Power Wheel drive units are stamped with the last four digits of the part number and the date code,
which appears on the cover or hub flange. When ordering parts, the information included on the label or the stamped
identification number is necessary to accurately identify the drive unit and obtain the correct replacement parts.