5. Hydraulics
5.1 General Information
Be sure that all safety precautions and proper operation procedures are
fully understood before connecting the auger hydraulic hoses. Harvest
strongly recommends doing a daily visual check for damage to the
hoses and connectors. Replace any damaged parts before operation.
WARNING:
Wear proper face and hand protection when searching for hydraulic
leaks. Fluid can escape under pressure, causing infection or toxic
reaction on skin. See a doctor immediately if injured.
Escaping hydraulic fluid can be nearly invisible under high pressure. Use
some type of backdrop when searching for leaks.
Harvest augers have a velocity fuse for hydraulic safety. If the hydraulic
line breaks, it locks the system. Our shut off valve is equipped with a
flow restrictive orifice. After you have repaired the hydraulic hose, the
system resets itself and is ready for operation.
There are various types of tractor hydraulic systems; the quick connect
couplers are supplied by the owners. Please consult your tractor manual
f or the proper couplers.
Before you connect your hydraulic hoses, check that the quick connect
couplers on the auger and tractor are clean and free of any dirt or
debris; wiping them down with a cloth.
CAUTION:
Dirt in the hydraulic system can damage the cylinder o-rings. This may
cause leakage and possible system failure.
Do not disconnect the hydraulic coupler when the system is under
pressure. Relieve all pressure and then disconnect.
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