MAINTENANCE/ADJUSTMENTS
1.
Wipe clean the rod and bearing on the cylinder to be cleaned.
2.
Operate normally for five or ten minutes.
3.
Extend the cylinder rod.
4.
Carry out the leak test. ROD APPEARANCE
TEST
CONCLUSION
Dry
Slight traces of oil when a piece of paper is wiped over 20 cm of the rod.
Normal
Slightly oily
Paper remains stuck to rod when run over rod.
Normal
Oily
Paper remains stuck when placed on rod.
Normal
Very oily or weeping
Each time cylinder rod is extended, a ring of oil can be seen on the rod.
Leakage
Each time the rod retracts, the excess oil drips from the gland.
Consult your CASE Dealer
PLASTIC AND RESIN PARTS
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A cylinder rod should be slightly oily. Check that there are no leaks after a period of work, when the whole hydraulic system is at normal operating temperature.
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CHECKING FOR CYLINDER LEAKAGE
The use of gasoline, paraffin, paint solvents, etc. will cause discoloration, cracks or deformation of these parts.
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When cleaning plastic screens, for example on the instrument console or the control arms, do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint solvents, etc... Use soap and water and a clean cloth only.
