HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- WARNING -
Spilling fluid on the floor can create a slipping hazard. Spilled fluid must be
cleaned up immediately.
- CAUTION -
Use only Mobil DTE 10 EXCEL 32 oil in the hydraulic unit.
The oil level should be maintained at full or near full to ensure proper system cooling, air dissipa
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tion, and overall system performance. Read sight gauge “D”, Figure 1.63, to verify that the tank is full.
HYDRAULIC TANK FLUID CAPACITY
The fluid capacity of the hydraulic tank is: 10 gallons [38 liters] minimum
12 gallons [45 liters] maximum
FILLING THE HYDRAULIC TANK
1. Power down the machine.
2. Release latch "C", Figure 1.9, and open the access doors.
3. View the hydraulic oil level on sight gauge "Q", Figure 1.63.
4. If the tank is full, proceed to step 5.
If the tank is not full:
A) Clean filler cap “P” and the area around the filler cap.
- NOTE -
It is recommended that the hydraulic oil be pre-filtered to 5 micron maximum
particle size before being added to the hydraulic system.
B) Remove the filler cap and slowly fill the tank with Mobil DTE 10 EXCEL 32 oil.
C) Replace the filler cap.
5. Close and latch the access doors.
6. If oil was added to the hydraulic system, wait
10 minutes to allow any air in the oil to escape
before powering up the machine.
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Figure 1.63 - Hydraulic Tank Filler Cap
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Q