Throughout this course, you will learn troubleshooting principles in each lab. The first time you are introduced to a component, you will watch a video on how to troubleshoot that component. This will help you learn how to apply the troubleshooting methodology to different types of components.
Throughout this course, each time that component is used in a lab, it will be linked to a reference page. These reference pages will include a quick-reference GIF, a list of problems commonly associated with that component, reference videos, and additional information.
As you encounter problems in your lab, you are encouraged to refer to these videos and reference pages and attempt to solve the problem on your own. If you continue to struggle, reach out to an instructor.
Below is a list of pages that will be useful in troubleshooting throughout this course. These pages will be linked throughout the course where used and the contents on each page will be introduced throughout the course.
Revisit this page throughout this course for a review of the concepts covered.
These pages will be linked throughout the course each time a component is used in a lab.
Power Unit
Pressure Relief Valve
Hydraulic Oil (Indicator and Fill Port)
Hydraulic Filter
Start/Stop Pump
Pressure Hose
Tank/Return Hose
Pressure Gauge
Tank/Return Manifold
Pressure Manifold
Open-Center Directional Control Valve
Closed-Center Directional Control Valve
Small Cylinder
Large Cylinder
Flow Meter
Needle Valve
Needle Valve with Bypass Check
Flow Control Valve
Pressure Compensated Flow Control Valve
Check Valve
Pressure Reducing Valve
Sequence Valve
Hydraulic Motor
Hoses and Fittings
This page gives an overview of how to troubleshoot problems in a hydraulic circuit.
How to troubleshoot a hydraulic system
These pages show you how to use certain tools to gather information about problems in a hydraulic circuit.
Using a pressure gauge to troubleshoot a hydraulic system
Using a flow meter to troubleshoot a hydraulic system