Operating Instruction Manual:
OM-HVL-01
Serial Numbers:
From: AF0324
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Avoid damaging hydraulic hoses.
ALWAYS
route hoses to ensure that they are free from sharp
bends and kinks. Using a sharply bent or kinked hose will result in severe back-pressure, which can
lead to hose failure.
NEVER
use a coupler/s to lift, carry or position a cylinder.
Servicing of hydraulic equipment must only be undertaken by a qualified technician.
DO NOT
drop or place heavy objects on a hydraulic hose, as this may cause
internal damage, which could result in rupture of the pressurised hose. A
ruptured hose could cause significant damage to components and possible
severe injury to personal operating nearby.
DO NOT
let familiarity gained with any hydraulic equipment allow you to become complacent.
Complacency with any equipment can result in a lack of discipline toward working guidelines and
safety principles.
DO NOT
remove any labels from the product. Replace any damaged or unreadable labels
immediately.
2.4 Hydraulic Cylinder Specific Safety Precautions
Failure to observe and obey the following safety precautions could result
in property damage, serious personal injury or death;
DO NOT
work under or near a load supported only by hydraulic means. A cylinder, when used as a
lifting device, should not be used as a load-holding device. Once lifted, all loads should be supported
using rigid mechanical structures.
NEVER
exceed the maximum rated capacity of any hydraulic equipment. Hi-Force manufactures
HVL hydraulic cylinders to operate at a maximum working pressure of 700 bar (10,000 psi).
Overloading hydraulic cylinders can result in component failure and possible serious personal injury.
DO NOT
connect a hydraulic pump with a higher pressure capacity rating to any Hi-Force cylinder
of this model series.
Good Practice:
Use a pressure gauge to monitor the entire system.
ALWAYS
make sure that all equipment in the system is in good working condition.
DO NOT
weld any items to the cylinder unit or modify it in any way from its delivered condition. Your
warranty may be invalidated, and it could lead to serious personal injury.
NEVER
attempt to connect or disconnect a tool / hose / component while the system is under
pressure.
