Hydro lockup. Problem?

[Bill D 2,661]

I've got an Eaton 1100 in a GT 1800.  I noticed that it pushes quite easily after it had been sitting and not running for awhile.  The manual says the transmission should lock up when pushed, but this one doesn't.  I've had it running and it does move okay.  It will lock up if you try to push it right after you shut it off?  It hasn't been running in a month, and now it pushes easily.  Is this normal or do I have a problem? 

[roadapples 6,987]

Pretty sure this is normal. Someone else will be along soon...

[8ntruck 8,642]

My C-195 has an Eaton 1100.  The owner's manual says that you can push the tractor no faster than a walking pace.  Mine will build pressure after moving 8 to 10 feet, then I can hear a pressure relief valve clicking as it bleeds internal pressure.

[953 nut 64,483]

          The fluid seems to drain down after an Eaton has been sitting for awhile. Also there is a little delay when you start up and put the Eaton in action before it will move, guess this is the pump refilling the system.

[grinchsr 657]

Hey Bill you may have a serious problem with it but if you allow me to pick it up I will take care of it for you.    What you are describing is all very normal.

[lynnmor 8,665]

They all seem to have their own personality, some require warmup time before they will even move, others are ready to go immediately.  Some pee on the floor during storage, others do not.  Some will respond sharply to motion lever movement while others have a softer response.  Some are easier to hand push while others protest with the ratcheting sound almost immediately.  I suppose wear is some of the difference but the one I bought new was never as sharp as one that has over 1,000 hours.