Loader stuck in float

ken erickson

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Nov 21, 2010
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I was operating my L2501 with LA525 when the joystick started feeling not normal. As it happened it then became non-responsive up and down, and was stuck in float. Turned out the heim joint number 070 unscrewed itself from the joystick, part 110. Not sure if this relates to your problem but might be a good place to start.

I was able to diagnose by pulling the rubber dust boot up, part 300, but did have to remove the plastic cover, part 280, to re thread and tighten.





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snow4feetdeep

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2016 B2601 & LA434 loader; 1973 Case 580B CK loader/backhoe; ASV trackloader
Sep 19, 2021
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Hi,
My loader got stuck in float, now it's floated down and the lever won't move normally. Anyone help?
Thanks!
After checking beneath the rubber boot, finding it secure there, and topping off the hydraulic oil not helping, I resorted to a pry bar gently under the knob of the connection. It was just stuck. Works now.
 
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ken erickson

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Nov 21, 2010
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Waupaca Wisconsin
Thanks!
After checking beneath the rubber boot, finding it secure there, and topping off the hydraulic oil not helping, I resorted to a pry bar gently under the knob of the connection. It was just stuck. Works now.
Glad you got it figured out!
 

Dave_eng

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Thanks!
After checking beneath the rubber boot, finding it secure there, and topping off the hydraulic oil not helping, I resorted to a pry bar gently under the knob of the connection. It was just stuck. Works now.
The float function, like most detents, is provided by small ball bearings and springs in a cap at the end of a valve spool.

forum L525 detent.jpg


For tractors living outdoors, moisture gets into the cap and rusts things.

Your problem, unfortunately, will likely return.

Others may have comments on lubing these parts or providing a drain hole.

Dave
 

GeoHorn

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