MacDon R113 - Hydraulic Safety

SAFETY
1.5 Hydraulic Safety
• Always place all hydraulic controls in Neutral
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. M akeshift repairs will fail
suddenly and create hazardous and unsafe conditions.
Figure 1.11: Testing for Hydraulic Leaks
•Wearprop
er hand and eye protection when searching
for high-
pressure hydraulic leaks. Use a piece of
cardboar
d as a backstop instead of hands to isolate
and iden
tify a leak.
•Ifinjur
ed by a c oncentrated high-pressure stream of
hydraul
ic fluid, seek medical attention immediately.
Serious
infection or toxic reactio n can develop from
hydrau
lic fluid piercing the skin.
Figur
e 1.12: Hydraulic Pressure Hazard
• Make sure 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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