Replacing Hydraulic Oil; Bleeding The Hydraulic System - Power Fist 8893539 Manuel D'utilisateur

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4. Remove any hydraulic cylinder from service that is damaged, worn down or
operates abnormally, until repaired by an authorized service technician.
5. Check and maintain the ram oil level.
6. Always store the hydraulic ram in the fully retracted position. This will help
protect critical areas from corrosion.
7. Do not use brake or transmission fluids or regular motor oil as they can
damage the seals. Always purchase and use products labeled Hydraulic Oil.

REPLACING HYDRAULIC OIL

Replace the hydraulic oil after every 400 hours of tool use.
1. Return the wedge (C) to the starting position and shut the motor OFF.
Allow time for the tool to cool down.
2. Place a 5 litre container below the oil outlet.
3. Removed the oil tank cap (#26).
4. Unscrew the oil drain bolt (#40) and combination washer (#41). Set both
aside. The oil will drain out of the tank.
5. Slide the combination washer onto the oil drain bolt and screw it back into
the tank. Tighten the screw and wipe up any oil on the beam.
6. Refill the hydraulic oil reservoir. See Specifications for the proper amount of
hydraulic oil. A funnel may be needed depending on the angle.
7. Follow steps for Bleeding the Hydraulic System.
8. Clean the area around the oil outlet.
9. Clean the oil tank cap's threads and screw it back into place. Tighten to
ensure it is sealed.

BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Bleed excess air from the hydraulic system as follows:
1. Fill the tank with hydraulic fluid.
2. Wait 5 minutes for trapped air to rise to the surface.
3. Check the oil filler hole and if necessary, top off with more hydraulic oil.
4. Restore the oil filler screw.
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