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PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS
The pump cannot lift the load or reach maximum capacity:
The valve is not completely closed. Check the valve and close if necessary.
The oil level is too low. Check the level, and add oil if necessary. (see MAINTENANCE)
The pump may contain air. Bleed the system. (see MAINTENANCE)
The jack pressure falls under the load:
The jack is not completely closed. Check the valve and close if necessary.
The pump may contain air. Bleed the system. (see MAINTENANCE)
The pump seems «like a sponge»:
The oil level is too low. Check the level and add oil if necessary. (see MAINTENANCE)
The pump may contain air. Bleed the system. (see MAINTENANCE)
The handle rises or falls under load:
The pump may contain air. Bleed the system. (see MAINTENANCE)
The suction ram does not rise to its highest point:
The oil level is too low. Check the level and add oil if necessary. (see MAINTENANCE)
The pump may contain air. Bleed the system. (see MAINTENANCE)
The suction ram does not come down fully:
The moving parts of the pump need to be lubricated.
Note: If the procedures described above do not enable a given problem to be resolved the product must be examined by your closest FACOM distributor.
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500 kg