DRAINING HYDRAULIC OIL
Before draining the hydraulic tank
ensure the hydraulic oil is warm NOT
HOT and the skip is fully lowered.
Place a suitable container under the tank and remove
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the drain plug (A) allowing the oil to fully drain.
Remove the blanking plate (B) and ensure inside the
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tank is free of debris.
Replace the blanking plate (B). Torque bolts (C) to
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7Nm.
Replace the drain plug (A). Torque to 5Nm.
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SUCTION STRAINER FILTER
Empty the tank according to the above procedure.
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The suction strainer is mounted on the inside of the
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blanking plate. Unscrew and replace element.
Replace the blanking plate (B) as per the above
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procedure.
RETURN TO TANK FILTER
Inspect indicator (D) daily. When indicator is red
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the filter element needs replacing.
Unscrew cap (E) to remove the old filter element
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(F). The filter element is replaced inside the
re-useable chimney (G).
STEERING LINE PRESSURE FILTER
Unscrew the bowl (H) and pull out the filter
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element.
Replace the filter element and refit the bowl.
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REPLACING FILTER ELEMENTS
Always use replacement filters supplied by NC
other filters may be of lesser quality and lead to
increased wear in the hydraulic components
resulting in oil leaks.
Maintenance
B
C
A
E
D
F
G
H
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