getting the most power from Iseki hydraulics

[alexuk]

Evenin all
I've got a hydraulic log splitter for my little iseki ts1610 and looking on old posts on here it looks like it takes 5.5 litres of hydraulic oil... changing it and putting in new will make it work bettter? I have an electric log splitter and that is miles better when you change the fluid. Is it the same with tractor hydraulics?
Also what else should I do to get the most out of it? Someone on here suggested cleaning the filter but I haven't got a clue where that is?
Another thread suggested there is a lever to alter the speed of the lift , again I haven't a clue.. I need a manual don't I?
I have a power loader on the tractor too, so I'm thinking that if I change the fluid in the reservoir there will still be loads of old stuff still in the various rams
Don't know much do I ?
THanks for any suggestions...
Al (freezing in the UK)

 

[larso1]

Evenin all
I've got a hydraulic log splitter for my little iseki ts1610 and looking on old posts on here it looks like it takes 5.5 litres of hydraulic oil... changing it and putting in new will make it work bettter? I have an electric log splitter and that is miles better when you change the fluid. Is it the same with tractor hydraulics?
Also what else should I do to get the most out of it? Someone on here suggested cleaning the filter but I haven't got a clue where that is?
Another thread suggested there is a lever to alter the speed of the lift , again I haven't a clue.. I need a manual don't I?
I have a power loader on the tractor too, so I'm thinking that if I change the fluid in the reservoir there will still be loads of old stuff still in the various rams
Don't know much do I ?
THanks for any suggestions...
Al (freezing in the UK)

Welcome Al, I have a TS1610 also, the 4x4 version. I don't have any other hydraulic attachments on it, just use the 3-pt lift for the tiller. The owners manual does indeed state that it takes 5.5 liters without attachments. You should change the fluid and I would break the hose connections to the loader to drain out the residual as best I could. You also need to remove and inspect the hydraulic suction screen (no filter on mine). If it is partially plugged it certainly will affect the speed of the loader. The screen and the speed control knob are right next to each other under the seat, on the right hand side as you're sitting. I have attached a photo that shows both. The round black knob controls the dropping speed of the 3-pt lift. You can see a yellow ground wire in my photo that runs right between the speed control knob and the suction screen access plate with a 1/2" (or so) steel tube connected to it just behind and above it. The suction screen plate has two hex head screws you can see that need to be removed for access. Be gentle with the screen because it can easily become separated from its attachment. Good luck.

Bill in CO

 

[alexuk]

Bill,
Thanks for that info and the picture I have the 4wd version aswell. cracking little tractor aren't they. My only gripe was the balance which was a bit scary but much better now the wheels are dish out.
I will have a go at the hydraulic change and filter probably next week, snow permitting.. I see on the other (yanmar) forum that some say ATF is better than hydraulic fluid. mmm. What do you think or is it 6 of one and half dozen of the other..
you know if I drain the loader rams, won't air get in ? or maybe the system just pumps it all round and out?
THe little Iseki runs the logs splitter a charm btw..Again thanks for the photo that should really help me find the cover/filter
Al

 

[larso1]

Bill,
Thanks for that info and the picture I have the 4wd version aswell. cracking little tractor aren't they. My only gripe was the balance which was a bit scary but much better now the wheels are dish out.
I will have a go at the hydraulic change and filter probably next week, snow permitting.. I see on the other (yanmar) forum that some say ATF is better than hydraulic fluid. mmm. What do you think or is it 6 of one and half dozen of the other..
you know if I drain the loader rams, won't air get in ? or maybe the system just pumps it all round and out?
THe little Iseki runs the logs splitter a charm btw..Again thanks for the photo that should really help me find the cover/filter
Al

Good point on air getting into the system. Don't know if there is a bleed screw on the rams or not. I would post that question in the attachments sub-forum near the top of the forum listings of the main page. Someone there will know the best way. I would play it safe and use a standard hydraulic oil as recommended in the manual. Don't know if all those special friction modifiers and other additives in ATF could be beneficial in any way.

 

[BillS2009]

If the cylinder works in both directions, it will de-air itself.

I understand that the transmission and hydraulic system on the TS-1610 is a common reservoir, is this true? And do they use the same oil?

 

[larso1]

If the cylinder works in both directions, it will de-air itself.

I understand that the transmission and hydraulic system on the TS-1610 is a common reservoir, is this true? And do they use the same oil?

Hi Bill, no, actually they are a separate reservoir. The transmission case calls for 10.5L of SAE 90WT gear oil. I use 80W-90 gear oil since I haven't been able to find straight 90wt in a long time.

 

[alexuk]

Thanks for the replies. I will stick to the hydraulic fluid and drain as much as I can from the rams. I am seriuosly impressed with the power of the loader and the tractor itself. I know its only a little 17 horse power tractor but it just seems to cope with pretty much whatever you ask it to do.
al

 

[Marcle]

Thanks for the replies. I will stick to the hydraulic fluid and drain as much as I can from the rams. I am seriuosly impressed with the power of the loader and the tractor itself. I know its only a little 17 horse power tractor but it just seems to cope with pretty much whatever you ask it to do.
al

I've had problems with my FEL being too weak. I made the mistake of posting my original query in the general hydraulics section, so missed out on a lot of Iseki users experience. I've now got the FEL working, but had to do some re-plumbing to achieve this.

With regards log splitters, I'm working on various types, so it may be worth calling by.

 

[Redplexus]

All, I have a grey import TU1700 which is a good little worker, but unfortunately all the labelling on components is far eastern and my Japanese isn't that good.

anyone know how much transmission oil goes in this machine? and is there a separate oil reservoir for the hydraulics - it looks like the trans and hyd housing are all the same thing to me? Help - she's howling like a banshee and doesn't seem keen to lift any more.

 

[NHmitch]

On my Iseki TX1300 they are one in the same. The transmission, and hydraulic reservoir are shared. I am not sure about about your TU1700, but I would imagine that they have similar set ups. I'll see what I can find..