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Allied Construction Products, LLC Technical Manual Ho-Pac 300, 300B & 500, 500B
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SECTION 10.0
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
10.1 General Guidelines
CAUTION
Never service the Ho-Pac while it is
operating. Ensure all loads are adequately
supported before performing any service
work. Service in safe work areas. Never
service the Ho-Pac in the trench.
When properly installed, operated and
maintained by qualified personnel, the Allied
Ho-Pac requires a minimum of service.
Maintain clean oil in the carrier. Follow the
recommendations from the carrier
manufacturer for approved hydraulic oils
and hydraulic system maintenance.
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are
contained while performing maintenance
and service. Use a suitable container to
collect fluids before any component
containing fluids is disassembled. Clean up
any spilled oil. Obey all local regulations for
the disposal of these fluids.
Non-approved parts may cause loss of
performance or damage the Allied
attachment. Use only genuine Allied
replacement parts to protect total warranty
coverage. Do not make alterations to the
Ho-Pac without written authorization from
the Allied Engineering Department.
Use standard mechanic’s techniques and
tools to disassemble and assemble the Ho-
Pac.
Contact Allied’s Technical Service with
questions regarding maintenance, repair or
operation. For replacement parts, contact
Allied’s Customer Service.
10.2 Daily Maintenance
CAUTION
Risk of eye injury from flying
debris. Wear eye protection
when operating or servicing
equipment.
Remove excess dirt and debris from Ho-
Pac. Excessive dirt on the Ho-Pac can
decrease performance.
Check for loose or missing fasteners.
Visually check for oil leaks.
CAUTION
Fluid penetration hazard.
Pressurized oil can penetrate
skin. Never use hands to
locate leaks. Use cardboard.
Regularly inspect hoses for
damage. Replacement hoses
must be the same type and
pressure rating.
Replace hoses if any of the following
conditions are present:
End fittings are damaged or leaking
Outer coverings are chafed or cut.
Wires are exposed
Outer coverings are ballooning
Flexible part of the hoses are kinked
Outer covers have embedded armoring
End fittings are displaced