Determination should include
- locating the manufacturer guidelines for the hydraulic pump, which will note the type of pump and the direction of rotation
- reviewing the service literature to determine the drive system (e.g., mechanical, electric, hydraulic).
ASE 2: VIII. Hydraulics: B. Pumps
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are the three major types of hydraulic pumps?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of each style of pump?
- How can rotation of a pump be changed?