Inspecting Hydraulic Oil - Labrie AUTOMIZER FULL EJECT Maintenance Manual

Inspecting Hydraulic Oil

Inspecting hydraulic oil is a very important maintenance task that must be done as per your Preventive
Maintenance Chart. The most important items to look at when inspecting hydraulic oil are:
 color
 amount
 texture (usually in the form of air bubbles or foam) and
 temperature
To inspect the hydraulic oil color:
1.
Make sure the A
2.
Turn ON the engine and engage the hydraulic system.
3.
Return all hydraulic devices to their "home" position (retract the packer, close the tailgate, etc.).
: The "home" position is where there is little or no hydraulic oil in the cylinders, which are
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completely retracted. Most of the oil has flowed back into the tank.
4.
Disengage the pump and turn OFF the engine.
5. Use a folding stepladder to gain visual access to the oil gauge located on the hydraulic tank.
6. Inspect the oil through the gauge.
It is recommended to have the hydraulic fluid tested and analyzed by a lab to prevent hydraulic
system or pump breakdown. This will also optimize the frequency of hydraulic fluid changes.
: Evidence of maintenance and/or fluid samples could be requested when filing warranty claims
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concerning the hydraulic system or pump.
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