Besko HDMO3/2 control valve lever issue

[SouthernSky]

I have a Kubota L3200 with an Ansung FEL. The control valve is a Besko model HDMO3/2 single-lever control valve for which there seems to not be parts available except the whole assembly (2 grand plus).

I have found a drawing of the valve in the parts manual on the Ansung USA website, but it does not show me anything under the rubber boot.

Specifically, my issue is the little boot clip. If I push the boot down where I can slide the clip properly into the groove, travel on the lever is minimal and will not raise/lower or curl the bucket. If I leave the clip out of the groove, I have full range of motion. So I'm trying to figure out the three pegs under the boot to see if they look normal. They do spring down and back up with no issue. Again, it is only when clipped does the ROM stop.

Any and all thoughts are welcome!

 

[ptsg]

The clip is there to lock the lever. It's a safety feature to prevent the lever from being accidentally moved.

From your description, it's working as intended.

 

[SouthernSky]

Are you serious?? Damn, if that's right I've been a fool for years. I *finally* got around to "fixing it" and now I learn this. Sheesh!

Thank you!!!

 

[ptsg]

Yes sir, thanks indeed the function of that little clip/tab.

 

[SouthernSky]

I'm crawling into a hole now...

If only these things made in China actually had manuals.