Still R 07-25, Original Instructions Manual

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6
Maintenance
Servicing
1
127_07-05
Checking the steering fluid level
DANGER
Hydraulic oil is toxic!
This fluid is hazardous to your health.
– Do not swallow the fluid.
– Do not allow the fluid to come into contact with
the skin.
– Always use appropriate personal protective
equipment (e.g. protective gloves, protection
goggles, skin protection and skin care products).
DANGER
Risk of serious injury due to the steering failing!
– Never operate the truck when the hydraulic oil
level is low.
– Immediately top up the steering fluid tank and
check the steering system for leaks.
NOTE
A steering fluid level indicator is fitted, and will
indicate when the steering fluid level is low.
However it is advisable to check the steering
fluid level every 1000 hours.
– Open and secure the engine cover.
– Open the filler cap of the steering fluid tank.
– Carefully remove the filter.
– Ensure the fluid level is up to the top of the
filler neck (1).
– Top up fluid as required.
– Close the filler cap of the steering fluid tank.
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