Testing the Traction Circuit – Charge Pressure
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3040 and 5040
20251SL Rev A
Traction Circuit – Charge Pressure Test
The charge pressure test is the first in a series of tests recommended to
determine traction circuit performance. A charge pressure drop of more than
20% when a moderate load is placed on the piston (traction) pump indicates an
internal leak in the piston (traction) pump. Continued unit operation can generate
Figure 30
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