OPERATION
MACHETE BOOM 3/09 Operation Section 3-14
©2009 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
HYDRAULIC PUMP/OIL RESERVOIR
• Check oil reservoir level and oil condition . (Add
specific type oil if low)
• Change hydraulic oil filter and hydraulic oil
according to maintenance schedule.
• Ensure there are no oil leaks and fitting are
properly connected
• Inspect overall condition of hydraulic pump.
• Inspect pump drive shaft.
Check the fluid level in the Hydraulic Tank on the
Tractor, and add oil if required. As the air has been forced out of the Cylinders and Hoses, it goes into the
Hydraulic Tank and reduces the volume of oil. Maintain the oil level within the sight gauge located on the side
of the resevoir. Never fill the tank above the sight gauge to allow for the expansion of the oil. The tank
maintains pressure after the mower has been run. Stand off to one side when removing the breather cap
element to prevent possible injury. To relieve pressure remove the breather cap element and depress the
spring loaded pressure valve to release any excess air. OPS-B- 0024_A
Attention: Oil Filler Cap is also the Pressure Relief Cap.
Remove cap slowly to relieve pressure before removing cap completely. Stay clear to pre-
vent being scalded with hot oil that may spray out of the tank th at is still pressurized and may
cause serious injury to eyes, face, and exposed skin. (Ops-0001-MISC)
Avoid contact with hot surfaces including hydraulic oil tanks, pumps, motors, valves and
hose connections. Relieve hydraulic pressure before performing maintenance or repairs.
Use gloves and eye protection when servicing hot components. Contact with a hot surface
or fluid can cause ser io us inju ry from burns or scalding. (SG-34)