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Section 3 - Service & Repair Hydraulics
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3-8 H
YDRAULICS
H
Y D R A U L I C
O
I L
T
A N K A N D
F
I L T E R
F
LUID
L
EVEL
Figure 3-9: Hydraulic Tank
Check the fluid level daily.
With the platform fully lowered, open the control
module and remove the reservoir breather/cap.
Fluid should be at the full mark.
NOTE: Drain plug underneath tank
O
IL AND
F
ILTER
R
EPLACEMENT
Replace the filter every 250 hours or six months.
1. Unscrew the filter from the filter assembly.
2. Apply a thin film of clean hydraulic fluid to the
gasket of the replacement filter.
3. Screw the replacement filter onto the filter head until gasket makes contact then turn filter ¾ of a turn.
C A U T I O N
!
!
The hydraulic oil may be of sufficient temperature to cause burns. Wear safety gloves and safety
glasses when handling hot oil.
F
LUID
R
EPLACEMENT
Replace the hydraulic fluid every 1000 hours or two years.
1. Operate the machine for 10-15 minutes to bring the hydraulic fluid up to normal operating
temperature.
2. Provide a suitable container to catch the drained fluid.
• Hydraulic reservoir capacity: 15 L ( 4 U.S. gal ).
3. Open the control module door.
4. Remove the drain plug and allow all the fluid to drain. Dispose of hydraulic fluid properly (contact your
local fluid recycler).
5. Install the drain plug.
6. Fill the hydraulic reservoir with the appropriate hydraulic fluid until the fluid is up to the full mark on the
dipstick.
• Refer to “Specifications” at the end of the
Operator Manual
included in this Service Manual to identify
the proper fluid for your conditions.
F
LUID
O
UTLET
S
CREEN
Clean or replace the outlet screen at the same time that the fluid is changed.
1. Drain the fluid (see “Fluid Replacement”).
2. Disconnect and plug the outlet hose to prevent foreign material from entering the hose.
3. Remove the suction screen. Clean or replace as necessary.
4. Install the suction screen.
5. Fill the hydraulic reservoir (see “Fluid Replacement”).
Filler Cap