Instruction Manual
HC-45S SC Cutter - V1.1
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6.2
Adding Hydraulic Fluid
6.2.1
Position the tool upside-down in a vice with the pump handle in the open
position.
6.2.2
Unscrew the main handle from the body and then remove the oil reservoir
cap.
6.2.3
Use a small funnel to fill the reservoir to the top of the oil filler hole.
6.2.4
Bleed air from the system (below)
6.2.5
Close the rubber reservoir, insert the filler cap and reassemble the main
handle.
6.3
Bleeding Air from the System
6.3.1
Repeat Steps 6.2.1 to 6.2.3 (above), if required.
6.3.2
Pump the moving handle a few times to advance the cylinder.
6.3.3
Press the release lever to release the pressure in the hydraulic circuit until the
cylinder is fully retracted and the oil has returned completely into the
reservoir.
6.3.4
Repeat the process several times to ensure that all air bubbles are removed.
6.3.5
Recheck oil level after removing air.
6.4
Changing Hydraulic Fluid
For best results, change fluid once a year or every 300 hours of use
6.4.1
Repeat Steps 6.2.1 to 6.2.2 (above).
6.4.2
Pour used fluid into a sealable container.
6.4.3
Repeat Steps 6.2.3 to 6.2.5 (above).
6.4.4
Dispose of fluid in accordance with local regulations.
6.5
Storage
6.5.1
Check to ensure that all pieces are in good working condition.
6.5.2
Apply rust preventive oil to the product and blades before returning to the
carrying case.
