Hydraulic Troubleshooting Methods: The Complete Guide

Hydraulic Troubleshooting Methods: The Complete Guide

Hydraulic systems provide power, precision and efficiency in many areas from industrial facilities to construction equipment . However, over time, breakdowns become inevitable. In this article, we detail the most common hydraulic system failures and their methods of solution with tables and tips.

Common Hydraulic Faults and Solutions

Malfunction	Symptoms	Causes	Solution Methods
Pressure Loss	Poor movement, loss of strength	Pump wear, leaks, low oil level	Leak repair, pump maintenance, oil level check
Oil Leakage	Oil accumulation under the machine, pressure drop	Worn gaskets, improperly pressed fittings, loose connections	Renewal of gaskets, correct pressing of hose ends, joint tightening
Overheating	High temperature, poor performance	Insufficient cooling, poor quality oil, valve blockage	Refrigeration circuit maintenance, use of quality oil, filter and valve cleaning
Noise/Vibration	Unusual sound, vibrating operation	Air entering the system (cavitation), loose connections, bearing wear	Ventilation, inspection of connections, replacement of bearings and pump parts

Practical Tips for Hydraulic Troubleshooting

Most of the failures encountered in hydraulic systems can be prevented with regular maintenance and correct applications. Here are some tips that the maintenance team can easily implement:

Implement a Regular Maintenance Program

Create a maintenance schedule for the equipment according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
Record periodic checks.

Don't Neglect Hydraulic Oil Control

Measure the oil level regularly.
Replace contaminated or obsolete oil in a timely manner.
Use oil with proper viscosity.

Change Filters in Time

Clogged filters block the flow of oil and damage the system.
Keep track of filter replacement periods.

Check Hose and Fitting Connections

Loose connections lead to leaks.
Make sure that the fittings are pressed correctly.
Check the hoses for cracks and deformations.

Monitor the Pressure and Temperature in the System

Monitor the values from the pressure gauges and sensors regularly.
Abnormal increases or decreases are a harbinger of possible malfunctions.

Take Noise and Vibrations Seriously

Abnormal noises from pumps or motors are usually a sign of cavitation or wear.
It needs to be checked immediately.

Infographic Design Recommendation: Hydraulic Troubleshooting Methods

Header (Top):
???? Practical Tips for Hydraulic Troubleshooting

Middle Part (Center Bubble/Icon):

A large hydraulic pump/gear icon
Around it, 4 main types of faults are indicated by circular placement:

Pressure Loss (Manometer icon)
Oil Leak (Drip icon)
Overheating (Thermometer icon)
Noise/Vibration (Sound wave icon)

Mini-cards under each type of failure:

Symptom (red warning icon)
Reason (gear/switch icon)
Solution (green check tick)

Example:
Pressure LossSymptom: Slow motion
Cause: Pump wear, leaksSolution: Leak repair, oil level check

Bottom (Practical Tips Box):

Short notes in a colored box:

Check the oil regularly
Change filters in a timely manner
Check hoses and fittings
Monitor pressure and temperature

Color and Style Suggestions:

Primary colors: Blue (technology/trust), Orange (caution/warning), Green (solution).
Minimalist design: Not much text, but short notes supported by icons.
Circular pattern: Faults are indicated by a structure that rotates around the center.

When Do You Need Professional Support?

Small filter changes can be made by the user.
However, pump, valve or cylinder failures require professional service.
Wrong interventions can lead to greater damage.

Hydraulic failures directly affect system performance. It is possible to avoid malfunctions with proper maintenance and timely intervention.

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We manufacture in many areas under the roof of Hidroman. We manage each product group and production groups separately to increase our service quality. For more information: www.hidroman.com.tr

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As Heben Makina, we produce mobile construction equipment with hydraulic systems.

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Hidroman Makes a Difference with Its Customer-Focused After-Sales Service Approach!

Hidroman, which has a 20-year history in the Hydraulic System sector, offers an after-sales service approach focused on increasing customer satisfaction with maintenance contracts that aim to reduce the operating costs of its customers and increase efficiency.

Hidroman, the innovative brand of the Hydraulic Equipment sector, continues to make a difference with its after-sales services positioned in accordance with the needs of its customers as well as the services it offers before and after sales. Hidroman, which aims to provide uninterrupted and safe services to its customers with its operations throughout Turkey and Europe, defines a perfect customer experience as product reliability and after-sales service reliability.

Hidroman, which has made being with its customers throughout the life of the product in order to create brand loyalty a part of its corporate culture, organizes the services it offers within the scope of After-Sales Services under four main headings as supervision and assembly, commissioning, maintenance-repair and original spare parts supply. Supervision service; It covers consultancy and training services on issues such as efficient hydraulic equipment selection, rules to be considered for correct product installation and connection of the pump with other installation equipment. After the installation of the device, the commissioning service is also carried out by Hidroman’s expert technical staff.

In hydraulic equipment technologies used in many different areas, malfunctions may occur over time due to operating conditions. During the 10-year life of a piece of equipment, the initial investment cost and repair expenses constitute 10-15% of its total cost, while the remaining expenses are due to energy consumption. Hidroman examines all processes from the selection of the hydraulic system to all the equipment on which the hydraulic system will operate, and offers “efficient system solutions that aim to minimize energy consumption”.

In addition, with preventive and protective maintenance agreements, it aims to reduce the risk of failure of the device, extend its life and ensure that the device operates with high efficiency and low energy consumption.

Thanks to the advantages offered by Hidroman with preventive and protective maintenance services, the budget allocated by its customers for maintenance pays for itself in a short time.

In businesses where uninterrupted service is important, Hidroman intervenes in malfunctions in a short time and minimizes damages caused by labor losses. Offering its customers a 10-year original spare part guarantee in the hydraulic systems it sells, Hidroman delivers tested original spare parts from stock in case of malfunction, shortens malfunction periods and eliminates disruptions that may occur during this period.

Hidroman After-Sales Services department stated that they offer annual maintenance services in accordance with the needs of the business. It states that their aim with maintenance services is to increase hydraulic system efficiency, ensure continuous operation of the hydraulic system and to detect, monitor and prevent possible malfunctions in operating equipment and devices by using technological measurement, control, analysis and monitoring devices.

We aim to standardize the service provided by our authorized services by inspecting them at certain intervals. In addition, we follow the calibration processes of our technical equipment in line with quality certificates. We attach importance to communication channels to be established in order to increase customer satisfaction both in sales and service. We are at the service of our customers 24/7 with our competent services that can answer the questions of our customers who buy our products by trusting our brand. In order to measure the customer satisfaction rate, we organize surveys for our customers at certain intervals through our call center. As a result of the feedback we receive, we take action quickly to meet the expectations of our customers. The nature of the products and services in the market is changing rapidly with the effect of the digital transformation we are experiencing due to technological developments. For this reason, we see the development in our products and services as a constantly living process and we continue our improvement and development works without stopping.

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