Ditch Witch JT60AT - Manual (Page 177)

JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual
Service - 177
Startup/10 Hour
Check Hydraulic Hoses
Check hydraulic hoses for leaks before startup
and every 10 hours of operation.
Pressurized fluid or air could pierce skin and cause injury
or death. Stay away.
To help avoid injury:
• Before disconnecting a hydraulic line, turn engine off and operate all controls to relieve pressure.
Lower, block, or support any raised component with a hoist. Cover connection with heavy cloth and
loosen connector nut slightly to relieve residual pressure. Catch all fluid in a container.
• Before using system, check that all connections are tight and all lines are undamaged.
• Use a piece of cardboard or wood, rather than hands, to search for leaks. Fluid leaks can be hard to
detect.
• Wear protective clothing, including gloves and eye protection.
If you are injured, seek immediate medical attention from a doctor familiar with this type of injury.