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BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
READ THE SAFETY WARNINGS
and recommended practices described
in the manual. Failure by the operator to
read and fully understand the warnings
will leave this person unqualifi ed to use
and operate the tool.
Failure to observe all warnings and instructions could result
in property damage, severe personal injury, and/or death.
REL-SM
IMPORTANT:
The greatest cause of hydraulic pump/valve failure is dirt.
Prevent the introduction of foreign matter into the unit via hydraulic
fl
uid,
dirty connections or accumulation of sediment.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
The life, reliability, and safety of the tool is dependent on proper maintenance.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
Clean
all surfaces including, hand control,
fi
ttings, hoses and housing.
Inspect
tool for wear and damage. Worn or damaged parts can cause malfunction.
Inspect
for cracked hoses and leaking
fi
ttings.
Check
fl
uid level of the power source reservoir frequently.
All the above items must be replaced with new parts if signs of wear are evident.
FLUID CONTAMINATION:
Cover the ends of
fi
ttings with a dust cap when disconnected.
This will help keep the
fl
uid from contamination.
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE:
Inspect per Appendix A, SAE Standard J1273, 5/86 for
hose or
fi
tting damage such as wear, cracks or leakage; replace the necessary parts.
NOTE:
Keep Label Set clean and legible. Replace decals when necessary.
Complete disassembly is not recommended.
