Preoperating Checks

causym CAUTION: Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure. Keep hands and body away from pinholes and nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure. Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks. Do not use your hand.

If ANY fluid is injected into the skin, it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this type of injury or gangrene may result.

1. Check for loose hydraulic fittings.

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

3. Check for hydraulic oil leaks. (See TIGHTENING PROCEDURE FOR FITTINGS in Service section.)

X9811

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W02963

870 Tractor
W02682

4100 Tractor

W02942

4200 Tractor
W06117

410 Loader (Right-Hand Side)

W05981

420 Loader
 

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4. Check for missing or loose hardware (A) on both sides. (See Lubrication and Maintenance section for correct hardware torque).

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870 Tractor
W05990

4000 Series Tractor

5. Check tractor transmission/hydraulic fluid level.

6. Lubricate the loader. (See Lubrication and Maintenance section.)

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