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IV MAINTENANCE
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL CHECK
1.
Ensure that the Mini-Skid is standing
level, the lift arms are down and the
tilt cylinder is closed.
2.
Remove the oil cap, and check the
level. If oil is apparent, the level is
satisfactory.
3.
If necessary add the proper type and
grade of oil.
NOTE:
These units are equipped with a low
hydraulic warning indicator. Do not operate if
this indicator is lit.
CHANGING HYDRAULIC OIL
1.
The hydraulic oil drain is accessed
by removing the bottom cover plate
as shown in Figure 31. Note
:
place
unit on blocks or stand for easier access
.
2.
Remove drain plug (Figure 32) to
drain oil.
3.
Remove pump charge line, shown in
Figure 33, to allow tanks to drain
completely. Note that some oil will
empty from this line, so ensure it is
placed to drain into a container.
4.
Replace drain plug and refill
reservoir with clean oil. Note:
pump
charge line must be undone as per
step 2 in order for the front
hydraulic reservoir to fill completely.
5.
Once both reservoirs are filled with
oil, reconnect the pump charge line
and tighten.
6.
Start the engine and check for leaks.
CHANGING OIL FILTER
1.
To access filter, lift the operator
floor plate.
NOTE
:
when
changing
filter,
it
is
recommended the bottom cover plate be removed
and a container placed under
the rear of the
opening to collect any spilled oil.
Figure 31
Figure 32: Drain Plug
Figure 33: Charge Line (left side)
