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MACHINE COMPONENTS
Dirt and debris within a hydraulic system can cause serious damage to machine components. The
SPIDERSCREED™ features two contamination filter systems that require maintenance according
to the maintenance schedule. One filter system is a user-serviceable, high-filtration filter that is
accessible directly below the filtration gauge. Also, a magnetic suction filter built into the tank
removes any steel filings or debris from the hydraulic fluid. Under normal circumstances, the
magnetic suction filter should last the life of the machine without the need for service.
In addition, the machine has an easy to read filtration gauge located on the top of the hydraulic
fluid holding tank. Check it regularly to be certain that your system is performing as designed.
GREEN
GREEN
band - full flow filtration, and no action is necessary.
YELLOW
YELLOW
band - full flow filtration is functioning, but at a pressure
level above normal. Replace the filter element very soon.
RED
RED
band* – the filter is in bypass, and the element requires
immediate replacement. Stop the machine and replace the filter.
*NOTE
: During cold start situations, the filter may indicate a
RED
RED
condition for a few minutes until the fluid temperature is normal.
If the pointer is in the:
Fluid Filtration
For convenience, use the integral fluid level eyeglass on the
side of the hydraulic fluid tank. It’s important to frequently check
the fluid level to ensure that the level is resting in the middle of
the sight glass or higher.
If fluid level drops below the middle point, add ISO 32 grade
hydraulic fluid sufficient to refill the tank and see the level rise
to the middle of the sight glass. Under normal circumstances,
the fluid level should not decrease. A sudden fluid level change
is a strong indication that a leak exists somewhere in the
system. It is urgent that you correct this immediately, since
operating the machine with low fluid levels will impair proper
function. Also, low hydraulic fluid level may pose a safety
threat, and could cause serious damage to the hydraulic
components.
Fluid Level Gauge
