ORBITROL SERVICE MANUAL - TM-5-3895-349-14-P0758

ORBITROL

SERVICE

MANUAL

MODELS: U(*)2-01

U(*)2-11

W(*)2-01

W(*)2-11

U(*)2

W(*)2

Your ORBITROL power steering control has been

designed and manufactured with the greatest care to

sustain all parts in peak operating condition throughout a

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long period of trouble-free service. As are many hydraulic

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components the ORBITROL is continuously lubricated by

the fluid which is used to power the system. A good

immediate area and any dirt accumulation above the

selection of adequate materials allows the unit to function

area so that contamination will not enter the system while

well over a wide temperature range.

the connection is open. Then be extremely careful to apply

compound sparingly to the male fitting only. Do not let any

The ORBITROL is specifically designed for use with

compound enter an area in which it may be washed into

automatic transmission fluid, Type A. All standard units -

the oil stream.

unless otherwise specifically ordered - have synthetic seals

which are compatible with ATF-A at temperatures up to

over 200 F.

WARNING

A normal periodic functional check of the entire vehicle

Never use fluid system 'stop leak' additives to

power steering system will generally be adequate to insure

attempt to seal fluid leakage. Many good automotive

satisfactory service. The oil level of the reservoir that

power steering systems have been ruined by such

supplies the system is MOST IMPORTANT. If the oil level

attempts.

drops appreciably over short periods of use, it will be wise

to search for a leak in the system.

To continue the functional check of the system, turn the

steering wheel through the full travel with the vehicle power

A black accumulation of dirt at a fitting can indicate a

on. Do this at engine idle and full throttle - with the

leakage point. If the fitting is taken apart to correct

machine standing still with the steered wheels on dry

leakage, first - clean the area completely with a solvent-

concrete and with the machine rolling slowly. Note any

wetted cloth, steam clean, or otherwise clean off any debris

speed irregularities and sticky sensation. These may

from the

indicate dirt in the fluid. If under any of these conditions

the steering wheel continues to rotate when started and

released, a condition known as MOTORING exists. This

may also indicate ditty fluid in the system.

If a dirty fluid is suspected, clean or replace the filter

element in the system. This is generally located in or near

the pump or reservoir. There is no' filter in the ORBITROL.

Drain

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