s l o w hydrolics

[Big Hammer]

Recently my hydraulics have slowed down; The front end loader as well as the 3-point atatchment have a several second delay prior to moving up or down.

It has always seemed a little slow, not sure how fast it is supposed to raise the loader bucket, but this hesitation is a new problem. Any suggestions?

The machine is a S470 Satoh Buck (3 cyl diesel)

thanks

Mark

PS Fluid level topped off (to the appropriate level per diagram) Recently I changed the fluid (with premium universal tractor fluid)

Is there a screen / filter that may need attention?

[mit]

http://www.satohparts.com/images/Par...lic-Filter.gif
there is a screen that needs to be cleaned .could also be air in the system or worn hydraulic pump.

[Big Hammer]

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Got it, thanks mit. I assume that the oil will need to be completely drained prior to removal (?)

The photo link you provided was helpful... is this from a manual for my tractor? I would like to find a source to buy one.

thanks again,

MArk

[mit]

yes you have to drain the oil to work on the filter.
Valley Power
try this link for manual and inquiries call the number.