Operating Instruction Manual:
OM-HTWP-ELECTRIC-01
Serial Numbers:
From: BP5141
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2.4 General Hydraulic System Safety Precautions
Failure to observe and obey the following safety precautions could result
in property damage, significant personal injury or death;
When operating any hydraulic equipment, all operators should ensure that all necessary personal
protective equipment (PPE) is worn, as specified by their employer. Steel toe-cap safety shoes,
safety glasses / visor, ear protection, and protective gloves should be worn at all times. All relevant
risk assessments should be completed before the use of the equipment.
Keep hydraulic equipment away from open flames and direct heat.
NEVER
use a coupler as a tool handle, especially if the system is pressurised.
Inspect hoses regularly for damage and wear.
NEVER
use hoses that are frayed, kinked, abraded or leaking.
NEVER
handle a pressurised hydraulic hose. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure from a
ruptured hose can penetrate the skin and lead to a significant medical emergency, and in some
cases, death. Should this incident occur, seek out medical attention immediately.
Seek medical attention immediately if a hydraulic injection injury (no matter how minor) occurs.
The system operating pressure
MUST NOT
exceed the pressure rating of the lowest-rated
component in the system.
Good Practice:
Use a pressure gauge to monitor the entire system.
Only use hydraulic tools / cylinders in a complete and tested, coupled system.
NEVER
attempt to
use a tool / cylinder that is not correctly coupled to its operational pump.
NEVER
pressurise an unconnected male coupler/s.
NEVER
attempt to disconnect a hose from a hydraulic system until the system’s pressure has been
completely released. Doing so can result in that pressure becoming trapped within the system and
relieving trapped pressure can be dangerous.
NEVER
try to relieve trapped hydraulic pressure in the system by loosening or attempting to remove
the coupler. Trapped hydraulic pressure can cause a loosened coupler to dislodge unexpectedly
with great force. This action could result in serious personal injury or death.
Loosening a coupler under pressure can result in the escape of hydraulic oil at high pressure, which
can penetrate the skin and cause significant injury or death.
