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(petrol, kerosene). Contaminated clothing should be changed to prevent access of oil to skin.
In the event of contact of oil with eye, rinse with large quantity of water and in the event of the
occurrence of irritation consultant a doctor. Hydraulic oil in normal conditions is not harmful to
the respiratory tract. A hazard only occurs when oil is strongly atomised (oil vapour), or in the
case of fire during which toxic compounds may be released. Oil fires should be quenched
with the use of carbon dioxide, foam or extinguisher steam. Do not use water to quench oil
fires.
5.4.2 GREASES
For parts under great load it is recommended to apply lithium grease with molybdenum
disulphide (MOS
) or graphite additive. In the case of less loaded sub-assemblies the
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application of general purpose machine greases is recommended, which contain
anticorrosion additive and are resistant to being washed away by water to a considerable
degree.
Before starting to use greases acquaint oneself with the content off the information leaflet for
the chosen product. Particularly relevant are safety principles and handling procedures for
given lubricant product. Information leaflet (material safety data sheet) should be kept
together with grease.
5.5 HYDRAULIC CLUTCH OPERATION
5.5.1 SAFETY ADVICE FOR HYDRAULIC CLUTCH CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
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On no account may oil or grease come in contact with abrasive surfaces, if they
do the clutch will not achieve the required torque.
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Abrasive surface may not be cleaned with solvents, i.e. benzene, acetone or
kerosene. If surface is contaminated with oil, it must be replaced.
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Cleaning substances may not come into contact with the clutch.
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The clutch may not be washed under running water e.g. by hose or nozzle with
stream of hot steam.
5.5.2 MOUNTING, MAINTENANCE AND CARE ADVICE
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Note: During maintenance and repair work there is a danger of burning by
clutch, which has heated up during work.
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