Care & Safety
Maintenance Safety Maintenance Only attempt maintenance in which you are competent. To avoid injury or damage ensure work is undertaken by a specialist engineer.
Hydraulic fluid Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin. Do not use bare hands to check for hydraulic leaks. If hydraulic fluid penetrates your skin seek medical help immediately.
Pressure Ensure all trapped hydraulic pressure is vented before removing hydraulic fittings or devices.
Oil Oil is toxic. If you ingest oil do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice immediately. Some oils especially when used can cause cancers. Do not handle oil more than is necessary , always use a suitable barrier cream and PPE. Wash contaminated skin immediately in warm soapy water or proprietary cleaners.
Safety Glasses Always wear safety glasses when dismantling components which may under pressure from springs.
Cleaning Cleaning parts with incorrect solvents can cause corrosion. Use only those recommended.
Seals & Gaskets Badly fitted , damaged or worn O Rings, Seals & Gaskets can cause leakage and possible accident and malfunction. Renew these whenever they are disturbed unless otherwise instructed.
Transmission exchanges in candidate machines During the unlikely event of a transmission suffering an internal failure it is probable there will be resultant debris. Such debris is likely to be transferred to the vehicles oil cooling system. It is therefore imperative that the cooling system is flushed prior to the reinstallation of any transmission. 4
