S250 Bobcat Loader
PM-25 Operation & Maintenance Manual
HYDRAULIC / HYDROSTATIC SYSTEM
Checking And Adding Fluid
Use only recommended fluid in the hydraulic system.
(See Hydraulic System on Page SPEC-5).
Put the loader on a level surface, lower the lift arms and
tilt the Bob-Tach fully back.
Stop the engine.
Figure PM-43
Check the fluid level in the sight gauge (Item 1)
[Figure PM-43].
Figure PM-44
Remove the fill cap (Item 1) [Figure PM-44].
Add fluid as needed to bring the level to the center of the
sight gauge.
NOTE: Before installing the fill cap, make sure the
rubber gasket is installed on fill cap (Inset)
[Figure PM-44].
Install the fill cap [Figure PM-44].
Replacing Hydraulic/Hydrostatic Filter
For the correct service interval (See SERVICE
SCHEDULE on Page PM-5).
Raise the operator cab (See Raising The Operator Cab
on Page PM-7).
Figure PM-45
Remove the filter (Item 1) [Figure PM-45].
Clean the surface of the filter housing where the filter seal
contacts the housing.
Put clean oil on the seal of the new filter element. Install
and hand tighten the filter element.
WARNING
Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid under pressure can
penetrate skin or eyes, causing serious injury or
death. Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible.
Use a piece of cardboard or wood to find leaks. Do
not use your bare hand. Wear safety goggles. If fluid
enters skin or eyes, get immediate medical attention
from a physician familiar with this injury.
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Lower the operator cab (See Lowering The Operator Cab
on Page PM-9).
Start the engine and operate the loader hydraulic
controls.
Stop the engine and check for leaks at the filter.
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