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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 by
Meridian 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 by Meridian 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
for 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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