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.)

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990, 970 and 1070 Tractor
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4000 Series Tractor

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


A-Hardware

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990, 970, and 1070 Tractor
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4000 Series Tractor

5. Check tractor transmission/hydraulic fluid level.

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

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