Adding hydraulic fluid, Adding hydraulic fluid 21 – MTS Model 512-01 Hydraulic Power Unit User Manual

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Model 512.01 Hydraulic Power Unit

Maintenance

21

Adding Hydraulic Fluid

1.

The hydraulic power unit (HPU) will shut down when fluid drops
below the sight glass. Normally, it should be close to the top of the
sight glass.

Check the Fluid Level

Do not mix different brands of hydraulic fluid.

Mixing different brands of hydraulic fluid can contaminate your system.

Call MTS if you are not sure what brand of hydraulic fluid your system uses.

2.

Open the filler cap. If you add fluid, add it 1 liter (1 quart) at a time.

NOTE

Be sure the fluid you add is prefiltered since it may not be clean.

3.

Replace the cover cap.

4.

Start the HPU.

Normal Level

No Fluid Visible

CAUTION

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