Axle Extension Cylinders; Hydraulic Oil Can Penetrate And Burn Skin. Loosen Hydraulic; Connections Very Slowly To Allow; The Oil Pressure To Dissipate - Genie ZX-135/70 Service Manual

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Axle Extension Cylinders

How to Remove an Axle
Extension Cylinder
Note: When removing a hose assembly or fitting,
the O-ring (if equipped) on the fitting and/or hose
end must be replaced. All connections must be
torqued to specification during installation. Refer to
Specifications, Hydraulic Hose and Fitting Torque
Specifications.
Note: Perform this procedure with the machine on
a firm, level surface and in the stowed position with
the axles extended.
Note: This procedure will require the use of a
portable hydraulic power unit.
1 Tag, disconnect and plug the hydraulic hoses
from the axle extension cylinder. Cap the
fittings on the cylinder.
Bodily injury hazard. Spraying
hydraulic oil can penetrate and
burn skin. Loosen hydraulic

connections very slowly to allow

the oil pressure to dissipate

gradually. Do not allow oil to

squirt or spray.

2 Remove the axle extension limit switch cover
fasteners. Remove the cover.
3 Remove the limit switch mounting fasteners
and remove the limit switch. Do not
disconnect the wiring.
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4 Support the axle extension cylinder with a
suitable lifting device. Protect the cylinder rod
from damage.
5 Remove the pin retaining fasteners from both
axle extension cylinder pivot pins.
6 Use a soft metal drift to remove the pins.
7 Remove the axle extension cylinder from the
machine.
ZX-135/70
Service Manual
Axle Components
Crushing hazard. The axle
extension cylinder may become
unbalanced and fall if not
properly supported by the lifting
device.
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