MacDon M105 - Hoses and Lines; Wheels and Tires; Drive Wheel

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Hoses and Lines
Check hydraulic hoses and lines daily for signs of leaks.
WARNING
• Avoid high-pressure fluids. Escaping fluid can
penetrate the skin c ausing serious injury.
• R elieve pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines. Tighten all connections before
applying pressure.
• K eep hands and body away from pin-holes and
nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure.
• If ANY fluid is injected into the skin, it must
be surgically removed within a few hours by a
Doctor familiar with this type of injury or gangrene
may result.
• U se a piece of cardboard or paper to search
for leaks.
Figure 5.190: Hydraulic Pressure Hazard
IMPORTANT:
• Keep hydraulic coupler tips and connectors clean.
Dust, dirt, water, and foreign material are the major
causes of hydraulic system damage.
•DONOT attempt to service hydraulic system in the
field. Precision fits require WHITE ROOM CARE during
overhaul.
5.7.10 Wheels and Tires
Drive Wheel
Inflating Drive Wheel Tire
DANGER
• Use a safety cag e if availab l e.
• D o NOT stand over tire. Use a clip-on chuck and
extension hose.
• N EVER install a tube in a cracked wheel rim.
• NEVER weld a wheel rim.
• D o NOT exceed maximum inflation pressure as per
label on tire.
• M ake sure all the air is rem oved from a tire before
removing the tire from the rim.
Figure 5.191: Drive Tire Inflatio n
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