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Mast goes up but comes right back down

When I go to raise the forks, it works but as soon as I let go of the handle it goes right back down steadily. It is like the truck is always activated to lower the forks. I swapped out the two switches with no change. For awhile when i turned the key on, the contactor engaged instantly and activated the motor but the forks didn't raise until i raised the handle. I feel like this is a wiring issue but I am struggling to find where I could be missing it.
  • Posted 12 Nov 2024 01:06
  • By tg0486
  • joined 29 Jul'17 - 78 messages
  • Missouri, United States
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Check and make sure your emergency lower valve is closed
On the hydraulic manifold is a black ****
Righty righty
Lefty loosy
  • Posted 17 Nov 2024 07:43
  • By Lindetechnz
  • joined 28 Apr'21 - 58 messages
  • New Zealand
Lindetechnz
Sounds like an issue in the spool valve. Check valve leaking back. Eliminate power issue. Raise up and disconnect battery. If it drops. Not an electric issue.
  • Posted 15 Nov 2024 02:43
  • By ron_k
  • joined 2 Apr'15 - 111 messages
  • North Dakota, United States
4kliftman

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