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8 MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION
8.17 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM - GAS & DIESEL___________________________________
Check Hydraulic Oil Level
Check hydraulic oil level using sight gauge (C).
Change Hydraulic Oil
(a) Clean around hose in bottom of Hydraulic tank and
remove.
(b) Allow tank to drain into a suitable container and
replace hose.
(c) Refill tank with the correct quantity and grade of
Hydraulic Oil through the filler cap. (D).
IMPORTANT-Whenever the closed loop transmission circuit
has been broken into, it is essential that the circuit is flushed
prior to use. Absolute cleanliness must be observed when
filling the hydraulic tank. Oil must be filtered through a 25
micron filter before entering the hydraulic tank.
Change Hydraulic Oil Filter
(a) Wipe filter canister (A) and housing to remove any
dirt present.
(b) Place a suitable drip tray under the filter.
(c) Unscrew filter and dispose of safely.
(d) Replace with new filter canister (A).
(e) Coat the top outside lip of the filter canister with a
thin film of oil, fill filter with clean hydraulic fluid and
refit the filter canister.
(f) Filter should be replaced before refilling hydraulic
tank.
CAUTION
Contact With Hydraulic Oil Can
Damage Your Skin. Use Gloves When
Working With Hydraulic Oil. If You
Come In Contact With Hydraulic Oil,
Wash It Off Immediately.
CAUTION
Dispose Of Used Hydraulic Oil
In Accordance With Local Regulations
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