Instruction Manual IM‐293
CUSTOMER'S INFORMATION BOX
CONTENTS ARE INDEPENDENT OF RIVERHAWK DOCUMENT CONTROL
215 Clinton Road
New Hartford, NY 13413
Tel: +1 315 768 4855
Fax: +1 315 768 4941
Email: info@riverhawk.com
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Revision F
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1.0 Cautions and Safety Warnings
WARNING
Improper tool use and the failure to follow the correct procedures are the primary root
causes of tool failures and personal injuries. A lack of training or experience can lead to
incorrect equipment installation or incorrect pump use. Only trained operators with careful,
deliberate actions should use hydraulic pumps and hydraulic tools.
CAUTION
Personal injury and equipment damage can occur if the proper health and safety codes and
procedures are not followed. Contact the site’s health and safety office to determine all
applicable safety rules and regulations.
WARNING
The proper personal protective equipment must be worn at all times.
CAUTION
Riverhawk recommends that the hydraulic pumps should be returned to Riverhawk for periodic
inspections. Replacement of obsolete hydraulic pumps is recommended. Functional upgrades
are also recommended. The Riverhawk Service Returns Coordinator should be notified 3‐6
months prior to a planned outage to schedule an inspection service.
CAUTION
Air can become trapped in the hydraulic system when connecting hoses and tensioners to a
hydraulic pump. Refer to the hydraulic tensioner’s instructions to determine if bleeding the air
out of the hydraulic system is required.
CAUTION
Depending on the amount of air present in the connected hoses or tensioners, it may be
necessary to refill the pump with hydraulic oil.
WARNING
Check the maximum working pressures of the hoses and tensioners connected to the pump. Do
not exceed the maximum working pressure of the pump, hose, or tensioner.
