WX900 Series
Log Splitter
Service and Maintenance
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9.5.2 Change the Hydraulic Fluid
CAUTION!
Risk of burns to exposed skin.
Hydraulic oil becomes hot during
operation. Hoses, lines, and other
parts become hot as well. Wait for
the oil and components to cool
before starting any maintenance or
inspection work.
W028
Change the hydraulic fluid at 100 hours of operation or
annually.
•
Hydraulic fluid type:
Dexron® III ATF
•
Hydraulic fluid reservoir volume:
5 US gal (20 L).
An extra
1/2 US gal (1–2 L) may be required to top up the circuit.
The hydraulic fluid reservoir drain plug is located under the
machine. Before changing the hydraulic fluid, put the machine in
a
Safe Condition
A 3/8" hex key is required to remove the drain plug.
Procedure
1.
Put a drain pan of suitable capacity under the drain plug.
2.
Clean the area around drains and remove the drain plugs.
3.
Allow the fluid to fully drain, then flush the tank.
4.
Dispose of used fluid in an environmentally safe manner.
5.
Replace the plug and fill the tank with clean hydraulic fluid,
up to the full mark on the dipstick.
6.
Start the machine and cycle hydraulic functions to purge air
from the system.
7.
Stop the engine and recheck the fluid level. Fill to the full
mark.
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Figure 24 –
Hydraulic fluid reservoir drain plug
9.5.3 Change the Hydraulic Fluid Filter
CAUTION!
Risk of burns to exposed skin.
Hydraulic oil becomes hot during
operation. Hoses, lines, and other
parts become hot as well. Wait for
the oil and components to cool
before starting any maintenance or
inspection work.
W028
Change the hydraulic fluid filter at 100 hours of operation or
annually.
The filter is located on side of the hydraulic fluid reservoir.
Before changing the hydraulic fluid filter, put the machine in a
Safe Condition
. See
Procedure
1.
Place a drain pan under the hydraulic filter head.
2.
Remove the hydraulic fluid filter. A hydraulic fluid filter
wrench may be necessary.
3.
Apply a light coat of clean fluid to the seal and install the
new filter. Tighten by hand only.
4.
Run the machine for 1–2 minutes, operating the cylinder.
Check filter head for fluid leaks.
5.
If a leak is found, shut off the machine and correct it.
6.
Check the hydraulic fluid level in the hydraulic reservoir. Fill
fluid as necessary.
7.
Dispose of spilled fluid in an environmentally safe manner.
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Figure 25 –
Hydraulic fluid filter
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