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ex 120-2 swing brake

jaytech ยท 2021-10-28 15:55

I am in too deep the swing brake will release when i arm in but not when i try to swing. if i let go of the arm in the brake will set after about 5 sec. i've been through the manual and through the forum but can't get a grip on where the control signal originates. could sombody point me in the right direction?

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  1. #1mg23612021-10-29 04:54

    That system uses 2 pressure switches to release the swing brake. One on the arm in pilot circuit and one on the swing pilot circuit. Sounds like you have a faulty swing pressure switch. Compartment behind the cab. There should be 2 rectangular hydraulic blocks in there. The one farthest away from you has 2 pressure switches. The pressure switch closest to you on that far block should be the swing pressure switch.

  2. #2jaytech2021-10-30 20:34

    thanks you were exactly right. a rat had chewed through the wires. there was just enough wire to solder onto. thank you again!