Hog Technologies Stripe Hog SK2000, Operation Manual

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Safety Information
C) Never pull hard on an Ultra-High Pressure hose
or expose the hose to heavy loads like drag-
ging equipment or deploying long lengths of
hose. This can stretch the hose and weaken
it. Never pull more than 25 feet of hose by a
coupler or fitting. Always move long lengths
of hose by the hose itself to keep the strain
off the fittings.
D) When using a tractor or a hog tool, always op-
erate the equipment well within the maximum
distance to avoid straining or damaging hoses.
Check Burst Rating
Do not use an Ultra-High Pressure hose that does
not have a listed burst rating or with a burst rating
of less than 60,000 PSI (4,137 Bar).
Retire Hose from Service if:
A) Cover is damaged and reinforcing wires are
exposed to rust and corrosion.
B) Cover is loose and/or has blisters or bulges.
C) Hose has been crushed or kinked.
D) End fitting shows evidence of damage, slippage
or leakage.
E) Hose has been exposed to pressures of 2 times
the operating pressure.
F) Hose has been stressed or stretched.
Check Dump Valve Water Hose
Any hose used for returning dumped water back
to the pump or vacuum line must have a large
enough diameter and psi strength so that poten-
tially dangerous release pressure is allowed full
flow and release pressure is contained safely. Keep
hose in good condition.
1.5 High Pressure Fitting Safety
Fitting Ratings
Use high pressure fittings with a rating of 60,000
psi (4137 Bar.)
Check Fittings
Do not use fittings that have been cross threaded
or have damaged threads.
Fitting Connections
Use anti-seize compound on all hose and fitting
connections to prevent galling. Do NOT apply
anti-seize to the seating area of any connections.
1.6 Dumping Safety
A) Always drain all the liquid from the debris
tank before dumping the solids.
B) Always dump on level ground, never uneven
or sloped ground.
C) Always choose solid ground, not soft sand or
wet soil.
D) Always use the remote control to tilt the
tank.
E) Make sure the operator and all personnel are
well clear of the truck before tilting the tank.
F) Never allow personnel under a raised tank
without safety supports in place.
G) Always be careful to avoid any pinch points
which could cause injury.