6.5.2 Check the Hydraulic Fluid Level
IMPORTANT! Do not operate the machine if the hydraulic
fluid level is low. Damage to the pump and other
components can occur.
Do not fill the hydraulic-fluid reservoir higher than the sight
glass.
IMPORTANT! Inspect the hydraulic fluid quality every
50 hours. If the fluid is dirty or smells burnt, replace it.
IMPORTANT! Be aware of high fluid temperatures.
Temperatures higher than 180 °F (82 °C) could cause seal
damage and degrade the hydraulic fluid quality.
Check the hydraulic fluid level daily, after changing the filter,
and after servicing hydraulic components.
The fluid-level sight
glass is on the side of the reservoir.
1.
Park the machine on level ground.
2.
Set the machine to a safe condition.
For instructions, see
3.
Check the hydraulic fluid level sight glass.
4.
Do one of the following:
-
If hydraulic fluid is visible in the sight glass, the fluid
level is correct. Do not add hydraulic fluid.
-
If hydraulic fluid is not visible in the sight glass, add
hydraulic fluid until it is visible in the sight glass.
For instructions, see
.
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Fig. 19 –
Hydraulic fluid level sight glass and fill cap
6.5.3 Add Hydraulic Fluid to the Reservoir
IMPORTANT! Do not fill the hydraulic-fluid reservoir higher
than the sight glass.
The hydraulic system uses
Dexron® III ATF
. Dexron VI or
Mercon
®
are acceptable substitutes.
1.
Check the hydraulic fluid level to make sure that the fluid
level is low. For instructions, see
2.
Turn the hydraulic-fluid fill cap counterclockwise to remove
it.
3.
Use a clean funnel to add hydraulic fluid to the reservoir
until it is visible in the sight glass.
Do not overfill.
4.
Check the hydraulic fluid level.
5.
Remove the funnel.
6.
Install and secure the fill cap to prevent spillage.
7.
Clean the area around the fill cap and wipe off any spilled
fluid.
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Trailer Firewood Processor
Operating Instructions
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