BVA Hydraulics PG6505 - Manual (Page 7)

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MAINTENANCE
1. For gas engine, please refer to engine owner's manual.
2. Inspect hoses and connections daily. Replace damaged components immediately with BVA Hydraulics replacement parts
only.
3. Tighten connections as needed. Use non-hardening pipe thread compound when servicing connections.
4. Check hydraulic oil level every 40 hours of operation. Add hydraulic oil if necessary.
5. Completely change the hydraulic oil every 300 hours of operation. Change the oil more frequently when pump is used in an
extremely dusty environment or when the oil has been overheated. Use only good quality hydraulic oil. We recommend BVA
Hydraulic oil, Mobil DTE 15M or equivalent.
Adding Hydraulic Fluid
1. Make sure engine is OFF.
2. Depressurize and disconnect from application.
3. Remove oil cap located on top plate of reservoir.
4. Use a funnel to fill reservoir to about 2" from top of reservoir plate.
5. Wipe up any spilled fluid and reinstall the oil cap.
Note: Never use brake fluid, transmission fluid, turbine oil, motor oil, alcohol, glycerin etc. Use of other than BVA Hydraulic oil,
Mobil DTE 15M or equivalent, will void warranty and damage the pump, hose, and application.
Changing Hydraulic Fluid
1. For best results, change fluid once a year.
2. Remove the drain plug, tilt the pump and pour used fluid into a sealable container.
3. Dispose of fluid in accordance with local regulations. Do not mix hydraulic fluid with engine oil if you are planning to have
these fluids recycled.
4. Fill with BVA Hydraulic oil, Mobil DTE 15M or equivalent as recommended above. Reinstall oil cap.
Cleaning
Clean oil filter screen periodically with nonflammable solvent, then blow dry before reassemble back to pump.
Storage
1. When not in use, depressurize and disconnect hydraulic hoses from application.
2. Wipe clean, thoroughly.
3. Store in clean, dry environment. Avoid temperature extremes.
4. For transportation or long storage, shield pump with a protective cover.
Check Your Engine !
Refer to the Gasoline Engine Owner's Manual provided within. Follow the maintenance schedule to keep the engine in operating
condition.