What’s the biggest issue dealerships face
pertaining to hydraulic systems and how will
this class fix that?
MURPHY: Batteries are the number one problem. Car batteries,
which people are used to seeing, are only asked to pull a few amps
to start a vehicle. Once it starts, you’ve got an alternator only a
couple feet away and heavy gauged cables to replace those amps
within only a few minutes of driving. Now, take that same battery
and put it in a dump trailer. One dump cycle, if that trailer is fully
loaded, can pull up to 300 amps. It’s like holding the key in your
ignition, trying to start it for a minute straight. It’s a much higher
demand. To get those amps replaced to the battery, you must go
through all these small wires 20-30 feet away. It’s like trying to put
gas in your car through a straw. There’s much higher demand on
the battery and a much lower replenishment on the system. The
industry, including us, have a lot of products to keep up with that
amp draw because, once that battery gets low, the starter solenoid
might go out. That’s a common problem.
What does your personal experience look like?
What qualifies you specifically to train these
technicians?
MURPHY: I’ve been in the business for over thirty years, but
I’ll bring other experienced trainers with me. For example, KTI
Hydraulics will join me to explain pumps. So, it won’t just be me.
There will be several grizzled, industry veterans that have seen and
can fix every issue.
Hydraulic Systems Technician
The “Hydraulic Systems Technician” training course will provide technicians and service advisors with a thorough understanding of
hydraulic lift mechanisms, battery optimization methods, cylinder operation and more. Participants will learn and/or demonstrate
an understanding of the following:
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Various types and classes of lift mechanisms
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Basic understanding, maintenance and troubleshooting of DC hydraulic power units
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Understanding of the complete hydraulic systems and their interrelated components
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Wiring of 12-volt vehicle electrical systems for hydraulic systems
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Battery Optimizer System, installation, service and maintenance
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Hydraulic Cylinder operation, trouble shooting and maintenance
Additionally, there will be a component of training that is designed for technicians and/or service advisors to help customers
determine the correct equipment for their specific needs as well as how to professionally orientate customers on the proper
use and maintenance of their hydraulic-driven dump systems.
The course will include “hands-on” training and will give participants the opportunity to demonstrate their competency in the
subjects covered, followed by a written examination to qualify for this basic certificate of completion.
Are you or your technician interested in attending this year’s technical training? Reserve your seat today by
calling 727-360-0304 or email Andria Gibbon, CEM at [email protected].
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