When the hydraulic fluid is cold, the 3 point hitch will lift scraper blade. When the tractor is warmed up, the scraper will not lift. There is no external hydraulic filter. Is there an internal filter?
Have you changed hyd filter lately? It's possible the 3 pt relief valve is set too low or rockshaft piston seal is leaking. How long will 3 pt stay up after engine is shut off?