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HYDRAULIC INSTALLATION
PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION
1. A hydraulic hammer is harder on oil than using a bucket, so the oil is apt to
deteriorate and breakdown sooner. Neglect of the oil system can not only damage
the hydraulic hammer but also cause problems in the carrier which could result in
damaged components. Care should be taken to check for contamination of the oil
and to change it if it is found contaminated.
Oil sampling at regular intervals is
highly recommended.
When the hydraulic oil shows low viscosity and bubbles, this indicates that the oil is
deteriorated. If the oil is dark brown and gives off an offensive odor, it is severely
deteriorated.
Change the oil immediately!
When the oil is clouded, or the oil filter often becomes clogged, it indicates that the
oil is contaminated.
Change the oil immediately!
To change the contaminated hydraulic oil, drain the hydraulic system completely and
clean components. Do not mix new oil with the old.
2. Do not allow any contamination to mix with the oil. Take special care in preventing
contamination from entering the hydraulic system through the hose or tube
connection when changing the hydraulic hammer with the bucket.
3. Low oil level will cause heat build-up, resulting in deterioration of the oil. Also, it may
cause cavitation due to air mixing with the oil, leading to a damaged hydraulic
hammer and carrier components. Keep the oil at the proper level at all times.
4. Do not use the hydraulic hammer at an operating temperature higher than 180°F
(80°C). The proper operating oil temperature range is between 120°F (50°C) and
180°F (80°C). Since contaminated cooler fins causes reduced efficiency of the
cooler, keep the cooler fins clean at all times. Check the hydraulic oil cooling system
to be sure it is working effectively. The use of a heat gun is the best way to evaluate
if the cooler is working properly.
5. Water in the hydraulic oil will lead to damage of the hydraulic hammer and carrier.
Drain off water and foreign matter from the hydraulic tank at specified intervals.
When out of service, the hydraulic hammer should be stored indoors.
CHANGING THE FILTER ELEMENT AND HYDRAULIC OIL
Change the filter element and hydraulic oil at the intervals described in the operation
manual of the skid steer or excavator, when using a hydraulic implement. Another
method is to set up an oil sampling schedule and change accordingly.