Operating Instructions; General; Lubrication; Initial Start Checklist - Olympic Hydro Drive Manual

Steerable strut drive
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GENERAL

For
normal
operating
Steerable Strut Drive should be allowed to warm up
before running under full power. Waiting for the
engine to reach normal operating temperature with
drive clutch engaged should be sufficient.

LUBRICATION

Oil Capacity – 18 quarts (U.S.) incl. oil reservoir
tank. The unit is filled by removing oil breather cap
located in oil reservoir tank.
Caution: An air pocket may form in the lower unit
during filling. After filling, idle the drive and check oil
pressure gauge to ensure that proper oil circulation
is taking place. After idling, recheck oil level.
Maintain oil level 3" from top of tank.
Note: Check oil level in oil reservoir tank daily.
Check for water in oil.

INITIAL START CHECKLIST

1. Before Running:
a. Drain plugs installed.
SECTION IV

Operating Instructions

conditions,
the
U360
b. Drive unit lubricant level.
c. Leakage (oil lines and connections).
d. Fasteners on drive and drive shaft.
2.
While Running:
a. Leakage (oil or water).
b. Oil pressure gauge indication.
3.
After Running:
a. Drive unit lubricant level.
b. Water in lubrication oil.
c. Leakage (oil lines and connections).
d. Fasteners on drive unit and drive shaft.
4.
Daily Operations:
a. Check drive unit oil level.
b. Monitor lubrication oil pressure gauge.
5.
Every Month or 200 hours:
a. Drain and replace lube oil and filter.
Maintain oil level 3 inches from top of
tank.
6.
Every 6 Months or 1000 hours:
a. Inspect power steering motor for wear or
leakage.
b. Inspect all hydraulic lines and fittings;
tighten or replace as required.
Water Temp:
Above 35°F Use 80 W 90 Gear Oil
Below 35°F Use SAE 10 W 30
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