Air in hydraulic line

[Zale]

I have a 22ton DHT splitter and noticed while running it yesterday air bubbles in the line running from the tank. Didn't seem to effect the performance but I know its not a good thing. I stopped running it. Any thoughts?

 

[CaseyForrest]

Which line are you referring to? I believe the only one you can see through is the suction line that comes off the bottom.

If there is air in that line, the fluid in the tank is either low or the return is churning the fluid enough to mix air in.

 

[Zale]

It is the suction line on the bottom of the tank. The fluid level is good.

 

[DHT]

Check the hose clamp fittings for tightness to ensure air isn't getting sucked in. That is the usual cause.


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[CaseyForrest]

Sounds like the fluid is getting churned up. Might want to tag the DHT rep here.

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[Sandhill Crane]

Is there something better than a hose clamp to use?

 

[Efisher26]

2 high quality clamps


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[Zale]

Thanks for everyone's responses.