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2.11 HYDRAULIC SAFETY
1. Make sure that all the components in the pump
system are kept in good condition and are
clean.
2. Before applying pressure to the system, make
sure all components are tight, and that lines,
hoses and couplings are not damaged.
3. Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the
hydraulic lines, ttings or hoses by using tapes,
clamps or cements. The hydraulic system
operates under extremely high pressure. Such
repairs will fail suddenly and create a hazardous
and unsafe condition.
2.10 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Read and understand all the information contained
in the Operator's Manual regarding operating, ser-
vicing, adjusting, maintaining and repairing.
2. Turn machine OFF, shut down and lock out pow-
er supply (safety lockout devices are available
through your Mayo dealer parts department), re-
lieve hydraulic pressure and wait for all moving
parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, maintain-
ing or repairing.
3. Exercise extreme caution when working around,
or with, high-pressure hydraulic systems.
Depressurize the system before working on it.
4. Follow good shop practices:
- Keep service area clean
and dry.
- Be sure electrical outlets
and tools are properly
grounded.
- Use adequate light for the
job at hand.
5. Wear heavy gloves and eye protection when
searching for suspected hydraulic leaks. Use a
piece of wood or cardboard as a backstop instead
of hand to isolate and identify a leak. A high pres-
sure concentrated stream of hydraulic uid can
pierce the skin. If such happens, seek immediate
medical attention as infection and toxic reaction
could develop.
6. Make sure all guards and doors are in place and
properly secured when operating the Conveyor.
7. A re extinguisher and
rst aid kit should be kept
readily accessible while
performing maintenance
on this equipment.
8. Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and screws and
check that all cotter pins are properly installed to
ensure unit is in a safe condition.
9. When completing a maintenance or service func-
tion, make sure all safety shields and devices are
installed before placing unit in service.
10. Do not work on Conveyor electri-
cal system unless the power cord
is unplugged or the power supply is
locked out. Lock-out tag-out power
source before performing any main-
tenance work.
4. Wear proper hand and eye
protection when search-
ing for a high pressure
hydraulic leak. Use a piece
of wood or cardboard as a
backstop instead of hands
to isolate and identify a
leak.
5. If injured by a concentrated
high-pressure stream of hy-
draulic uid, seek medical attention immediately.
Serious infection or toxic reaction can develop
from hydraulic uid piercing the skin surface.
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