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Platform lowers extremely slowly.  
                
                
                    
| Possible Cause #1 | Lowering valve not opening fully or is clogged with contaminates. | 
| Action - | With platform on ground, remove valve. Inspect and clean valve with parts solvent, then blow out with air. Replace if needed.   (Diagnosis time - 1/2 hr. /Repair time - 15 minutes). | 
| Part Numbers - | A-176305 Lowering valve | 
| Possible Cause #2 | Restricted or pinched hydraulic hose. | 
| Action - | Check all hydraulic hoses for loose connections or pinching. Replace hose if damaged.   (Diagnosis time - 15 minutes / Repair time - 15 minutes). | 
| Part Numbers - | ATU-409 Hydraulic hose | 
| Possible Cause #3 | Defective pressure compensated flow control valve. | 
| Action - | Try lowering platform without valve in place. Clean or replace if found to be contaminated.   (Diagnosis time- 1/2 hr. / Repair time - 1/2 hour). | 
| Part Numbers - | AR-18-72 - Flow control valve (3500, 4500 cap.) A-147031 - Flow control valve (5500, 6500 cap.) | 
| Warranty Information: | 
| Base Warranty: | 3 Years on mechanical structure. 2 Years on hydraulic & electrical components. | 
| Warranties are void if genuine Anthony parts are not used.   FOR ANTHONY LIFTGATES ASSISTANCE CALL (800) 482-0003 |