How to Adjust a Hydraulic Pump Output Pressure | Kyotechs
How to Adjust a Hydraulic Pump Output Pressure
Hydraulic pumps are crucial components in construction machinery, powering various functions such as lifting, digging, and moving equipment. Proper adjustment of the hydraulic pump’s output pressure is vital to ensure your equipment operates efficiently and safely. This guide will help you understand the process of adjusting hydraulic pump output pressure for optimal performance.
Introduction to Hydraulic Pump Output Pressure
Adjusting the hydraulic pump's output pressure is an essential maintenance task. It ensures that the hydraulic system functions correctly and can sustain the demands placed on it by heavy machinery like excavators. Precise pressure adjustments help prevent hydraulic system failures, inefficient operations, and potential safety hazards.
At Kyotechs, established in 2009, we provide a full range of parts for excavators from brands such as Hitachi, Sany, Kawasaki, Volvo, Hyundai, Doosan, Komatsu, Caterpillar, Case, and Kobelco. Our offerings include hydraulic pumps and parts, engine assemblies, and more, making us your one-stop solution for excavator and engine repair needs.
Understanding Hydraulic Pressure Adjustment
Before proceeding with the adjustment, it’s essential to comprehend how hydraulic pressure functions. The pressure in a hydraulic system is created by the pump forcing hydraulic fluid through the system. The resistance that the fluid encounters creates pressure, enabling the system to perform work.
Why Adjust the Output Pressure?
1. Ensure System Efficiency: Over-pressurization can lead to excessive wear and tear, while under-pressurization can result in insufficient power.
2. Prevent Damage: Excessive pressure can damage hydraulic components, leading to costly repairs.
3. Safety: Correct pressure settings prevent accidents and ensure operator safety.
Steps to Adjust the Hydraulic Pump Output Pressure
1. Identify the Current Pressure:
- Locate the pressure relief valve on your hydraulic system.
- Use a pressure gauge to measure the current hydraulic pressure.
2. Preparation:
- Ensure the machinery is turned off and all safety protocols are followed.
- Refer to the equipment’s manual for the recommended pressure settings.
3. Adjust the Pressure Relief Valve:
- Slightly loosen the locknut on the valve using a wrench.
- Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to increase pressure or counterclockwise to decrease it.
- Make small adjustments and recheck the pressure using the gauge.
4. Testing:
- Once the desired pressure is achieved, tighten the locknut.
- Turn on the machinery and test its operation under load to confirm the pressure settings are correct.
5. Final Checks:
- Observe the hydraulic system for any irregularities, such as vibrations or unusual noises.
- Re-measure the pressure to ensure it remains stable during operation.
Common Mistakes and Tips
- Avoid Over-Adjustment: Making large adjustments at once can lead to system instability.
- Regular Maintenance: Periodically check the system’s pressure to catch and rectify issues early.
- Professional Assistance: If in doubt, seek professional help. Kyotechs offers comprehensive hydraulic repair solutions to ensure your machinery functions optimally.
FAQs
1. What tools are needed for adjusting hydraulic pump pressure?
Basic tools like wrenches and a pressure gauge are essential. Always refer to your machinery's specific manual for additional tool requirements.
2. How often should I check the hydraulic pressure?
Regularly inspect the hydraulic pressure during routine maintenance checks or when any performance issues are suspected.
3. Can I adjust the pressure myself, or should I hire a professional?
While basic adjustments can be handled in-house, consulting a professional is recommended if you’re uncertain or unfamiliar with the process.
Conclusion
Adjusting your hydraulic pump's output pressure is crucial for maintaining the longevity and functionality of your machinery. By following the outlined steps and performing regular checks, you ensure that your equipment operates safely and efficiently. Kyotechs is committed to providing top-quality parts and expert solutions to meet all your hydraulic and excavator needs. Trust us as your partner in maintaining peak equipment performance.
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By following this comprehensive guide and leveraging Kyotechs' industry expertise, you can effectively adjust the hydraulic pump output pressure and maximize your equipment's efficiency.
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FAQS
What are the reasons that may cause the excavator engine to emit white smoke?
1. Most of the white smoke is caused by water in the cylinder. Please check whether there is water in the excavator diesel. Generally, the white smoke is emitted for a short time after starting, and there is no problem with the engine;
2. If the excavator starts to emit white smoke, the oil is not reduced, and the excavator works weakly, it means that the cylinder mattress of the excavator engine is worn;
3. Poor atomization of the injector and low cylinder pressure are also one of the reasons for the excavator engine to emit white smoke. Check the injector.
Why do you need to check and replace the engine belt regularly?
Regularly checking and replacing the engine belt can prevent the belt from breaking and ensure the normal operation of the engine.
Why does the hydraulic system overheat during excavation?
Possible low hydraulic oil level, clogged filter, excessive load, or cooling system failure. Solution: Check and refill hydraulic oil, clean or replace filter, reduce system load, check and repair cooling system.
What is the matter with the engine speed drop when the excavator is working? How to solve it?
8 reasons for the engine speed drop of the excavator, 6 solutions are here!
As the name suggests, engine speed drop means the failure of the engine speed drop during the operation of the excavator. There are two manifestations of speed drop, one is a slight speed drop within 200 revolutions, and the other is a serious speed drop above 300 revolutions, which is likely to cause the excavator to suddenly shut down. There are 8 main reasons for the engine speed drop of the excavator.
1. The diesel oil circuit of the excavator is faulty. Generally speaking, when the diesel oil circuit is blocked, it may cause the speed drop phenomenon.
2. The hydraulic system of the excavator has a fault, so that the hydraulic pump cannot change the displacement normally, causing the system pressure to be too high, and the speed drop may also cause a machine failure.
3. The output power of the excavator engine itself is insufficient, the output power is lower than the rated power, and the speed is too low. There is also a problem with the main pump.
4. The engine uses fuel of poor quality or the water content of the fuel is too high, which will lead to insufficient engine power and speed drop.
5. When the air intake system leaks or is blocked, the engine will be short of air supply, resulting in incomplete combustion of fuel, and there will be speed drop and black smoke failure.
6. Due to the large gap of the solenoid valve, the fuel supply is insufficient, which causes the engine to drop.
7. The joint of the fuel supply circuit of the fuel system is loose or the pipeline is broken, causing fuel leakage or foreign matter blockage, resulting in insufficient fuel supply. In addition to speed drop, it may also cause flameout.
8. There are many reasons for speed drop, such as incorrect valve clearance, wrong injection timing, damaged turbocharger, faulty brakes, etc.
Having said so many reasons for the speed drop of the excavator engine, what should we do when the speed drop occurs?
The solutions are all here!
1. First, check whether the diesel used in the excavator is deteriorated, whether there are impurities in the oil, and whether the oil circuit is blocked.
2. Check the valve clearance of the excavator engine and the speed of the engine.
3. Check the intake pipeline, clean the air pre-filter and air filter element, and start the engine again.
4. Check whether the speed drop of the excavator occurs when the engine is under load?
5. Carefully check the engine to see if the engine failure causes the speed drop of the excavator engine.
6. In addition, the electronic control, hydraulic system, fuel system, etc. need to be checked.
Digging powerlessness is one of the typical faults of excavators
Digging powerlessness can be divided into two situations: one is digging powerlessness, the engine does not hold back, and the load feels very light; the second is digging powerlessness, when the boom or dipper stick is extended to the bottom, the engine is seriously held back or even stalled.
①, digging powerlessness but the engine does not hold back. The magnitude of the digging force is determined by the output pressure of the main pump, and whether the engine holds back depends on the relationship between the oil pump absorption torque and the engine output torque. The engine does not hold back, indicating that the oil pump absorption torque is small and the engine load is light. If the working speed of the excavator is not obviously abnormal, the maximum output pressure of the main pump, that is, the system overflow pressure, should be checked in particular. If the overflow pressure measurement value is lower than the specified value, it indicates that the overload overflow valve setting value of the hydraulic circuit of the mechanism is incorrect, resulting in premature overflow of the mechanism and powerlessness. The machine can be adjusted by turning the adjustment screw.
②, digging powerlessness, engine holding back. The engine holding back indicates that the absorption torque of the oil pump is greater than the engine output torque, causing the engine to overload. This fault should first check whether the engine speed sensing system is normal, and the inspection method is similar to the engine inspection method described above. After the above detailed inspection and troubleshooting, the engine speed sensing system will resume normal function, the engine stalling phenomenon will disappear, and the digging force will return to normal.
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