FORST ST6D42 - Changing the Hydraulic Filter

5.15 CHANGING THE HYDRAULIC FILTER
CAUTION
Use suitable protective gloves to prevent fluid contact with skin.
CAUTION
Use approved local authority environmental procedures when disposing of
fluids and filters.
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Remove the ignition key and keep it in a safe place.
3. Lift the bonnet and locate the hydraulic filter housing.
4. Using a suitable tool, unscrew and remove the cap from the hydraulic filter
housing.
5. Locate the lifting tab on top of the hydraulic filter and gently lift the tab by a
small amount.
This allows the oil on top of the filter to leak back into the tank.
Figure 74 - Lifting tab
6. When the oil level has dropped, remove the filter and the filter bowl together.
7. Remove the filter from the filter bowl.
8. Dispose of the filter.
9. Clean the filter bowl.
10. If the level of hydraulic oil in the tank is low, add more oil.
11. Before refitting a new filter, apply a small amount of hydraulic oil to the filter
O-ring.
12. Place the filter in the filter bowl.
13. Place the filter and the filter bowl into the filter housing.
14. Screw the cap onto the filter housing and torque to 30Nm.
15. Clean the filter housing with a suitable degreaser.
16. Close the bonnet.
17. Start the engine of the woodchipper.
18. When the engine of the woodchipper is warm, stop it and check the hydraulic
filter housing for leaks.
Chapter 5: Maintenance
Redwood Global Ltd - ST6D42
Operator and Maintenance Manual
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