Stepp SBF series - Hydraulic System Maintenance

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Filter Change
1. Position drain pan under filter.
2. Remove oil filter.
3. Lubricate gasket of new filter with hydraulic oil.
4. Install new filter, hand tighten only.
5. Start unit and check for leaks.
6. Shut down unit, then check hydraulic oil level.
Hydraulic Oil Change
1. Position drain pan under the hydraulic reservoir. (Reservoir capacity exceeds 15 gallons,
be sure drain pans have adequate capacity)
2. Remove drain plug from bottom of reservoir and drain oil.
3. Return used oil to a recycling center.
4. Replace drain plug using pipe sealer on threads.
5. Fill reservoir with hydraulic oil to about 3 to 4 inches from the top of the tank. (approx. 15
gal.)
Strainer Screen Service
1. Position drain pan under the hydraulic reservoir. (Reservoir capacity exceeds 15 gallons,
be sure drain pans have adequate capacity.)
2. Remove drain plug from bottom of reservoir to drain oil.
3. Replace drain plug using pipe sealer on threads.
4. Remove hose clamps and 1¼" suction hose from nipple on hydraulic reservoir tank.
5. Unscrew king nipple from street-el.
6. Unscrew strainer from tank and clean in solvent.
7. Apply pipe sealer to threads and reinstall strainer and king nipple.
8. Attach 1¼" suction hose to king nipple and tighten clamps.
9. Refill hydraulic reservoir with hydraulic oil.
10. Check for leaks.
MAINTENANCE Hydraulic System Maintenance