Bulletin 2751-001-M1/USA
Service Manual
HGA Hydraguide™
Hydraulics
Parker Hannifin Corporation
Hydraulic Pump/Motor Division
Greeneville, Tennessee
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Tips
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Top off fluid level in reservoir as necessary.
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Maintain correctly inflated tires.
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Always use a puller to remove the steering wheel.
Do not use a hammer, torch, or crow bar.
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Investigate and correct immediately any play, rattle,
shimmy, or other unusual occurrence in the
steering system.
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Remove cause of steering column misalignment.
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Encourage all drivers or operators to report any
malfunction or accident that may have damaged a
steering system part.
TIPS FOR MAINTAINING THE HYDROSTATIC STEERING SYSTEM
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Do not attempt to weld any broken steering
component. Replace the component with original
equipment only.
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Do not cold straighten, hot straighten, or bend any
steering part.
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Prevent dirt or other foreign matter from entering
the hydraulic system. Clean off around filler caps
before checking oil level.
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Investigate and correct any external leak in the
steering system, no matter how minor the leak.
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Comply with manufacturer’s specifications for
cleaning or replacing the filter.
WARNINGS for Proper Steering System Operation
WARNING: DO NOT WELD, BRAZE, OR SOLDER ANY STEERING SYSTEM COMPONENT.
WARNING: MAXIMUM OPERATING PRESSURE MUST NOT EXCEED VEHICLE MANUFACTURER’S
RECOMMENDED PUMP PRESSURE CAPACITY.
WARNING: ALWAYS CAREFULLY INSPECT ANY STEERING SYSTEM COMPONENT THAT MAY HAVE
BEEN STRUCK OR DAMAGED DURING OPERATION OR IN AN ACCIDENT. REPLACE ANY COMPO-
NENT THAT IS DAMAGED OR THAT IS QUESTIONABLE.
Parker extends close technical cooperation and assistance. If steering problems occur which you cannot
solve, please contact our Parker Field Service Department. Our phone number and address are on the
back cover of this manual.
