Check Hydraulic System

CAUTION:

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

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

If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into 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 hoses regularly. Replace damaged hoses.

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