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Code 61 Error

I'm getting a code 61 Error display when I go to turn on my lift truck. Along with the code, the Wrench Icon on the dash is lit up. What's causing this and how can it be fixed?
  • Posted 29 Aug 2018 02:17
  • By aubrey_c
  • joined 29 Aug'18 - 1 message
  • Michigan, United States
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i also have error codes 61-1, 62-1, truck hydraulic and traction operation very slow, power steering working normal, any help to fix the problem will be much appreciated.
thanks Arnie. truck model 7FBE18.
  • Posted 7 Nov 2019 00:21
  • Modified 7 Nov 2019 00:22 by poster
  • By arnie
  • joined 17 Aug'11 - 55 messages
  • western cape, South Africa
arnold@rafforklift.co.za
Thank you so much. I'll carry out test procedures and provide update.
  • Posted 23 May 2019 13:23
  • By everol_w
  • joined 5 Nov'17 - 15 messages
  • St. Catherine, Jamaica
I've been able to show customers the part is bad by slowly moving the tiller handle a few mm at a time until the code is displayed. Mark that spot, then you will be able to duplicate the code by stopping the tiller handle at that mark
  • Posted 23 May 2019 12:08
  • By Triggs
  • joined 26 Sep'18 - 145 messages
  • California, United States
I'M having the same issue with my unit. It has been going on for a long time but the problem is getting worst because the code will come on and stay for a few days. The relay is ok but I'm not sure if the issue is coming from the steer encoder.
Is there a way I can checked it or I just need to replace?
  • Posted 23 May 2019 12:04
  • By everol_w
  • joined 5 Nov'17 - 15 messages
  • St. Catherine, Jamaica
Code 61 is a steer controller fault. I've found steer "tachometer", or "encoder" to be bad. If it codes upon startup, note the position of the steer tiller and see if that is a dead spot in the encoder. Otherwise check your steer relay, have found burnt tips before.
  • Posted 26 Sep 2018 06:58
  • Modified 26 Sep 2018 06:59 by poster
  • By Triggs
  • joined 26 Sep'18 - 145 messages
  • California, United States
i only have 61-1,2 62-1,2 63-1,2,3 and 64 Above

All of them are Sensors. Check the Load sensor. maybe thats what giving you the error. or better check the other sensor like Lifting Sensor, Tilt Angle Sensor ect.
  • Posted 25 Sep 2018 23:55
  • By justin_d
  • joined 27 Feb'16 - 28 messages
  • RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, Saudi Arabia

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