Re: hydrolics on front loader

Posted by Ken McWilliams on January 01, 2002 at 17:47:26 from (205.188.192.154):

In Reply to: hydrolics on front loader posted by debbie lascuola on January 01, 2002 at 12:41:56:

Debbie,

Steven is probably right. Hydraulic systems tend to absorb moisture over time either by condensation of if it has sat outside rain may have penetrated the shifter boots and vents.

If it has moisture the oil should look milky. Removing the drain plug and catching a little oil will reveal a lot. On the other hand, if it doesn't run out, or is pastey you have moisture.

When water is in oil, dropping some oil on a hot stove or exhaust manifold will cause the oil to sizzle like an egg in a skillet. If no water is present, the oil will begin to smoke without sizzling.

If it worked properly before getting cold weather, then chances are there's moisture or the oil is not right. Either way, it should be drained and refilled with universal hydraulic/transmission fluid.

I have a 1020 which has the same hydraulic system as your 2020. When you start it, does the power steering work or the 3 point hitch lift? I'm guessing that your loader is operating off the front pump that drives the 3 point and power steering. If so, will they begin to work better the longer that the engine runs?

If it will operate any at all, let it warm up for 15-20 minutes to warm the hydraulic oil and drain it while warm, because if it has moisture will form ice crystals and immobilize the oil so it will not completely drain.

You may have to tow it to a heated garage if it won't start working on its own in a few minutes and allow it to thaw out.

Alternatively, if the tractor is parked in a barn out of the wind, you may try heat lamps for a few hours to warm the transmission reservoir and the lines running front to back from the pump to reservoir on the lower right side. You may be able to make a "tent" from blue tarps to reduce heat loss from the heat lamps. Just be careful and don't burn down the barn.

Another indicator of moisture in the system, it should be very stiff to shift gears when cold.

Good luck and happy tractoring.

Ken McWilliams
Dayton, OH

Follow Ups:

Post A Followup Name: E-Mail: Subject: Re: Re: hydrolics on front loader Comments: Optional Link URL: Link Title: Optional Image URL: Email Notification: If you check this box, email will be sent to you whenever someone replies to this message. Your email address must be entered above to receive notification. This notification will be cancelled automatically after 2 weeks.

TRACTOR PARTS	TRACTOR MANUALS

We sell tractor parts!  We have the parts you need to repair your tractor - the right parts. Our low prices and years of research make us your best choice when you need parts. Shop Online Today. [ About Us ]