SAFETY
1.5 Hydraulic Safety
• Always place all hydraulic controls in Neutral
before dismounting.
• M ake sure that all components in the hydraulic system
are kept in good condition and clean.
• Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened, or crimped
hoses and steel lines.
•DoNOT attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic
lines, fittings, or hoses by using tapes, clamps, cements,
or welding. The hydraulic system operates under
extremely high pressure. Such makes hift repairs will fa il
suddenly and create a hazardous and unsafe condition.
Figure 1.11: Checking Hydraulic Leaks
•Wearprope
r hand and eye protection when searching
for a high-
pressure hydraulic leak. Use a piece of
cardboar
d as a backstop instead of hands to isolate
and ident
ify a leak.
•Ifinjure
d by a concentrated high-pressure stream of
hydrauli
c fluid, seek medical attention immediately.
Serious
infection or toxic reaction can develop from
hydraul
ic fluid piercing the skin.
Figure
1.12: Hydraulic Pressure Hazard
• Before applying pressure to a hydraulic system, make
sure all components are tight and that steel lines, hoses,
and couplings are in good condition.
Fig
ure 1.13: Safety Glasses
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