Check the Hydraulic System

CAUTION:

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Relieve the pressure before disconnecting the hydraulic or other lines to avoid this hazard. Tighten all of the connections before applying pressure.

Search for leaks with piece of cardboard. Protect your hands and body from high-pressure fluids.

If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be removed within a few hours or gangrene can occur. Doctors unfamiliar with this type of injury must reference a knowledgeable medical source. Such information is available from Deere & Company Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, U.S.A.

Hydraulic hoses can fail due to physical damage, kinks, age, and exposure. Check your hoses regularly. Replace any damaged hoses.

After applying pressure to the system, check all of the hydraulic connections and hoses for leaks.