WARNING!
Environmental pollution due to unsuitable disposal of hydraulic and transmission oil
The hydraulic and transmission oils are not entirely biodegradable. Therefore, oil must be
prevented from entering the environment in an uncontrolled manner.
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Collect/dam escaped oil with sand, soil, or other absorptive material.
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Collect hydraulic and transmission oil in a suitable container provided for the purpose, and
dispose of it in accordance with the local statutory requirements.
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Draining and penetration of oil into the sewerage system is to be prevented.
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Prevent the penetration of oil into the water drain by setting up sand or earth barriers, or by
using other appropriate barrier methods.
9.6.1
Checking the hydraulic hoses
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Hydraulic hoses
Hydraulic hoses are subject to high loads. They have to be checked regularly and are to be replaced
immediately when damaged.
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Check the hydraulic hoses for damage on a regular basis or at least before the start of the
spreading season, by means of a visual inspection.
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Before the start of the spreading season, check the age of the hydraulic hoses. Replace the
hydraulic hoses when the prescribed period for storage and usage has been exceeded.
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Replace the hydraulic hoses if they show one or several of the following types of damage:
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Damages to the external layer up to the insert
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Embrittlement of the external layer (crack formation)
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Deformation of the hose
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Hose moving out of the hose fitting
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Damages to the hose fitting
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Resistance and function of the hose fitting reduced due to corrosion
9.6.2
Replacing hydraulic hoses
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Hydraulic hoses
Hydraulic hoses are subject to aging. They may only be used for a maximum of 6 years, including a
storage period of a maximum of 2 years.
The manufacturing date of a hose line is indicated in one of the hose fittings as year/month
(e.g., 2012/04).
9. Maintenance and service
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