3hydraulic hoses and lines, Removing master cylinder hose, Hydraulic hoses and lines – MacDon PW8 Pick-Up Header User Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

4.9.3

Hydraulic Hoses and Lines

Check hydraulic hoses and lines daily for signs of leaks. Replace leaking hoses. Refer to Section

Removing Master

Cylinder Hose, page 160

and Section

Replace Master Cylinder Hose from Multi-Coupler

for hold-down lift system.

Refer to Section

Removing Hydraulic Motor Hoses, page 109

and Section

Installing Hydraulic Motor Hoses, page

111

for draper drive systems.

NOTE:

To replace the hold-down slave lift cylinder hose, refer to the Technical Manual.

WARNING

• Avoid high-pressure fluids.

Escaping fluid can

penetrate the skin causing serious injury.

• Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic

lines.

• Tighten all connections before applying pressure.

Keep hands and body away from pin- holes and
nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure.

• If ANY fluid is injected into the skin, it must be

surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor
who is familiar with this type of injury or gangrene
may result.

Figure 4.167

WARNING

• Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for

leaks.

IMPORTANT:

• Keep hydraulic coupler tips and connectors

clean. Dust, dirt, water and foreign material are
the major causes of hydraulic system damage.

• DO NOT attempt to service hydraulic system in

the field. Precision fits require WHITE ROOM
CARE during overhaul.

Figure 4.168

Removing Master Cylinder Hose

1. Lower pick-up to the ground, and lower the hold-down

completely.

2. Shut down combine, and remove key from ignition.

3. Release all hydraulic pressure in the system.

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