5.0 Maintenance; General Maintenance Safety; Hydraulic Safety - Norwood Kwik-Till HSD2500 Operator's Manual

5.0 MAINTENANCE

General Maintenance Safety

1. Review the Operator's Manual and all safety items before
working with, maintaining or operating the Kwik-Till.
If machine is connected to a tractor, Park on a level sur-
2.
face, engage park brake, place transmission in PARK,
shut off engine, remove key, and wait for all moving parts
to stop before leaving tractor cab.
If machine is detached from tractor, block wheels and use
safety stands to prevent movement.
3. Do not attempt to clean, lubricate, clear obstructions or make
adjustments to the machine while it is in motion or while the
engine is running.
4. Follow good shop practices:
- Keep service area clean and dry.
- Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly
grounded.
- Use adequate light for the job at hand.
5. Before applying pressure to a hydraulic system, make sure
all components are tight and that hoses and couplings are
in good condition.
6. Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuit before servicing or
disconnecting from tractor.
7. Clear the area of bystanders, especially children, when
carrying out any maintenance and repairs or making any
adjustments.
8. Place stands or blocks under the frame before working
beneath the machine.
9. Before resuming work, install and secure all guards when
maintenance work is completed.
10. Keep safety decals clean. Replace any decal that is dam-
aged or not clearly visible.
11. Always make sure working area is clear of tools, parts, other
persons and pets before you start operating the machine.
12. Chock wheels.
13. On towed implements, disconnect wiring harnesses from
tractor before servicing electrical system components or
welding on machine.
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Hydraulic Safety

Hydraulic oil leaking under pressure can penetrate the skin,
causing death or serious injury, or infection.
DO NOT use your hand to check for leaks. Use a piece of
cardboard or plywood.
Stop engine, remove key and relieve the pressure before
connecting or disconnecting fluid lines.
Make sure all components are in good condition and tighten
all connections before starting the engine or pressurizing the
system.
Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic fittings
or hoses by using tape, clamps or cements. The hydraulic
system operates under extremely high-pressure. Such repairs
will fail suddenly and create a hazardous and unsafe condition.
Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened or crimped hoses.
If hydraulic fluid penetrates the skin, seek medical attention
immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors
unfamiliar with this type of injury should reference a
knowledgeable medical source.
Continuous long term contact with hydraulic fluid may cause
skin cancer. Avoid long term contact and wash the skin
promptly with soap and water.
Avoid serious injury or death while working under a raised
implement. Hydraulic hoses between the lift cylinders and
hydraulic lockup valves should be inspected frequently for
leakage, kinking, cuts, cracks, abrasion, blisters, corrosion,
exposed wire braid, or any other signs of wear or damage.
Worn or damaged hose assemblies can malfunction during
use and should be replaced immediately.
See your Kwik-Till dealer for replacement hoses.
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