Hog Technologies Stripe Hog SH5000, Operation Manual

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General Maintenance
Typical Hydraulic Manifold System
Hog Arm
Daily:
• Check all bolts and nuts. Tighten if necessary.
• Check the Hog Arm lock mechanism and make
sure it is latched properly when the truck mount-
ed Hog Arm is in the full up position.
• Check hydraulic and high pressure hoses for
deterioration and wear daily. Replace hoses and
fittings as necessary.
Periodic:
• Clean and grease Hog Arm bearing assemblies
weekly.
• Lubricate Hog Arm lock mechanism weekly.
Refer to the Lubrication Chart and System Mainte -
nance Matrix in this section for lubrication specifica -
tions and maintenance schedules.
5.6 Hydraulic System Maintenance
Hydraulic Pump
The hydraulic pump operates at very high pressures
and has specific maintenance requirements. You
should perform all recommended maintenance ac-
cording to the pump manufacturers’ specifications.
• Check the hydraulic oil level each day or immedi -
ately following the repair of a blown hose, leak-
ing fitting or any hydraulic system service. Use
only hydraulic oil meeting the manufacturer’s
specifications. Refer to the Lubrication Chart in
this section and the pump manufacturer’s op-
erating and information manual for information
on the hydraulic system and oil specifications.
• Check all hoses, fittings, valves and seals for
leaks and proper operation daily. Repair or
replace leaking or malfunctioning components
before operating the system.
• Change the filter in the return line near the
hydraulic oil reservoir. The filter removes any
debris that may enter the system and should be
changed as necessary or specified by the pump
manufacturer.
• Check the pressure gauge on the high pres-
sure filter and make sure it is well within the
safe zone. Change the filter cartridge when the
pressure is above the safe zone.
• Inspect the cooling fins on the oil cooler and
clean as necessary. The cooler is critical in
maintaining acceptable oil temperatures in the
hydraulic system and must be kept clean to
maintain efficiency.
Hydraulic Tank and Oil Cooler
Tank
Oil Cooler
• Monitor the cooling fan operation and make
sure it is activating when necessary, sounds
normal and pulls a strong flow of air through
the cooler.
Refer to the Lubrication Chart in this section for
hydraulic fluid specifications.