MacDon M155 - Hydraulic Safety

SAFETY
1.5 Hydraulic Safety
• Always place all hydraulic controls in N eu tra l
before dismounting.
• Make sure that all components in the hydraulic system
are kept clean and in good condition.
• 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. Makeshift repairs will fail
suddenly and create hazardous and unsafe conditions.
Figure 1.11: Testing for Hydraulic Leaks
•Wearprope
r hand and eye protection when searching
for high-p
ressure hydraulic leaks. 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 reactio n can dev elop from
hydraul
ic fluid piercing the skin.
Figure
1.12: Hydraulic Pressure Hazard
• Make s ure all components are tight and steel lines,
hoses, and couplings are in good condition before
applying pressure to a hydraulic system.
Figure 1.13: Safety Around Equipment
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