WARNING
Hot hydraulic fluid can cause severe burns.
Allow the hydraulic fluid to cool before
performing any maintenance to the hydraulic
system.
Important:
You may void the warranty on some
components if you use any other fluid.
1.
Replace the hydraulic-fluid filters; refer to
Replacing the Hydraulic Filters (page 72)
.
2.
Clean the area around a hydraulic-hose fitting
on the bottom of the hydraulic-fluid tank (
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1.
Hydraulic tank
2.
Hydraulic hose and fitting
3.
Place a large drain pan under the hydraulic tank
fittings.
4.
Remove the hose fitting from the tank, allowing
the fluid to drain into the pan (
Dispose of the used fluid at a certified recycling
center.
5.
Install the hose and fitting to the tank and tighten
it securely.
6.
Fill the hydraulic reservoir with approximately
53 L (14 US gallons) of specified hydraulic
fluid or equivalent; refer to
Specifications (page 71)
.
7.
Start the engine, set the throttle at fast idle, and
let the engine run 3 to 5 minutes to purge air
from the hydraulic system.
8.
Shut off the engine, check the hydraulic-fluid
level, and check for leaks; refer to
Hydraulic Fluid (page 72)
.
Sprayer System
Maintenance
Inspecting the Hoses
Service Interval:
Every 200 hours—Inspect all hoses
and connections for damage and
proper attachment.
Every 400 hours/Yearly (whichever comes
first)—Inspect the O-rings in the valve
assemblies and replace them if necessary.
Examine each hose in the spray system for cracks,
leaks, or other damage. At the same time, inspect the
connections and fittings for similar damage. Replace
any hoses and fittings if damaged.
Changing the Suction Filter
Service Interval:
Every 400 hours
Note:
Determine the appropriate suction filter mesh
size that you need for your job; refer to
Suction Filter (page 24)
.
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, engage the
parking brake, shut off the pump, shut off the
engine, and remove the key.
2.
At the top of the sprayer tank, remove the
retainer that secures the hose fitting attached
to the large hose from the filter housing (
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1.
Suction hose
2.
Retainer
3.
Remove the hose and hose fitting from the filter
housing (
4.
Remove the old suction filter from the filter
housing in the tank (
Note:
Discard the old filter.
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