Section 2 - Service and Repair
Lubrication
104045-021 - AB62 Work Platform - European Model
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Y D R A U L I C
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L U I D
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I L T E R
Figure 2-5:
Hydraulic Fluid Resevoiur
F
LUID
L
EVEL
With the boom fully retracted and the platform fully low-
ered, check fluid level on sight gauge. If the fluid is NOT
in operating range, add hydraulic fluid until fluid is visible
in operating range on dipstick or visible in sight gauge.
DO NOT fill above operating range or when the platform
is elevated.
F
LUID
AND
F
ILTER
R
EPLACEMENT
1. Operate the platform for 10-15 minutes to bring the
hydraulic fluid up to normal operating temperature.
C A U T I O N
!
!
The hydraulic fluid may be hot enough to cause burns.
Wear safety gloves and safety glasses when handling hot
fluid.
2. Provide a suitable container to catch the drained fluid.
3. Remove the drain plug and allow all fluid to drain into the container. Be sure to dispose of fluid properly.
4. Reinstall the drain plug.
5. Remove filter element from filter head.
6. Apply a thin film of clean hydraulic fluid (ISO No.46) to the gasket of the replacement filter.
7. Thread replacement filter onto the filter head until the gasket makes contact then rotate 3/4 of a turn fur-
ther.
8. Fill the hydraulic fluid tank to operating level on sight gauge with clean ISO compatible hydraulic fluid.
• Normal Temperature, above 0° C (32° F)ISO #46.
• Low Temperature, below 0° C (32° F)ISO #32.
• Extreme Temperature, below -17° C (0° F)ISO #15.
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Refer to the engine manufacturer’s documentation that came with your UpRight Work Platform.
Filler/Breather Cap
Fluid Filter
Sight Gauge
Magnetic Drain Plug