Fatigue Technology Inc.
401 Andover Park East
Seattle, WA • USA 98188-7605
Tel: (206)246-2010
Fax: (206)244-9886
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7. Before operating the pump, tighten all hose connections using the proper tools. Do not over tighten the
connections. Connections need only be tightened securely and leak-free. Over tightening may cause
premature thread failure or high-pressure fittings to split at pressures lower than their rated capacities.
8. Operators must read this manual in its entirety before using the Little Brute. Eye and ear protection must be
worn while operating the Little Brute. Three safety stickers on the Little Brute act as a reminder to these
instructions. The symbols are defined in Figure 2.0-1.
9. Do not use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Hydraulic Hose Safety
10. Inspect hydraulic hose for signs of wear (cuts, abrasions, or kinks) to the outer shell material. Pump clean oil
through the entire length. Pressurize the hose and check for leaks at the crimped connectors, between the hose
material and the fitting, and between the fitting and the coupler.
11. DO NOT attempt to disconnect the hydraulic hose while it is under pressure.
12. DO NOT expose hoses to potential hazards such as extreme heat or cold, sharp surfaces, or heavy impact.
13. DO NOT allow hoses to kink, twist, curl, or bend so tightly that the oil flow within the hose is blocked or
reduced. Periodically inspect the hose for wear or damage that could cause premature failure of the hose and
possibly result in injury. Damaged hoses must be replaced immediately.
14. DO NOT use the hose to move attached equipment.
15. DO NOT remove strain reliever from hoses.
16. Hose strain relievers must be placed around hose fittings during use. Hoses with damaged strain relievers must
be replaced immediately.
17. Hose material and coupler seals must be compatible with hydraulic fluid that meets the requirements of
US MIL-SPEC #5606.
18. Hoses must not come in contact with toxic materials such as creosote-impregnated objects and some paints.
Keep couplers and hoses clean and free of paint. Hose deterioration due to chemical degradation may cause
the hose to fail under pressure. Damaged hoses must be replaced immediately.
19. Before operating pump, make sure all hose connections are tightened securely. DO NOT over tighten.
20. If hoses require replacement, contact FTI’s Sales Department.
IMPORTANT: FTI completed a risk assessment on this unit at our factory. Any modifications done by a
third party or the final user are excluded from that risk assessment. As a result, modifications done by a
third party or the final user nullify the CE marking.
