RMX SERIES
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ION GUIDELINES
HYDRAULIC TOOLS (OPTIONAL)
Hydraulic tool circuits are used to attach hydraulic powered hand tools to the hydraulic system of the Aerial
Device. Quick-disconnect couplings are used to attach hydraulic tools. There may be one or two sets of tool
couplers. Only one set of tools can be used at a time.
The tool circuit is for open center hydraulic tools only. Use of closed center hydraulic tools will create a heat
problem. Operate tools at low engine speed if equipped with two-speed throttle.
CONNECTING TOOLS
• Clean off couplers before making connections.
• Ensure the tool is off, center position, then connect the tool's return hose to the return coupling and
the pressure hose to the pressure coupling.
• To remove tools, turn tool off, center position, then disconnect the pressure coupler first then the
return coupler.
• Place dust covers on couplers to keep clean when not in use.
USE OF TOOLS
• When tools are not required store them in the truck storage compartments. This will prevent damage
to the tool and eliminate the chance of the tool falling.
• Remove tools from the platform when storing Aerial Device for transport.
• Turn tool off when not using tool.
• Do not operate hydraulic hand tools continuously. Continuous operation will cause overheating of the
Aerial Device's hydraulic system.
• Turn tool circuit off when moving boom or platform.
• Use only orange, non-conductive hoses, on hydraulic tools.
• Be aware of where the tool hoses are to prevent snagging or contact with objects.
• Do not contact any conductor, pole, guy wire, or any objects with tool hoses, tool couplers or tool
fittings. Contact can damage tool circuit and cause a leak.
Only use hoses marked “non-conductive” on tools. The use of tools with hoses that can
conduct electricity may cause serious personal injury or death in the event that such
hoses come near or in contact with energized power lines.
Contact of tool hose, quick coupler, or hose fittings against conductors can cause an arc
that will burn through hose or fitting and result in a fire.
Hydraulic oil is flammable.
