12
WOODS
MAINTENANCE
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Fluid level in the hydraulic system should be checked
after the rst 5 hours of operation, and every 100
hours thereafter, or when a leak has occurred. If the
uid is low, check all components for leaks.
To check, remove reservoir cap M. The uid level
should be at the bottom of the ller tube. If low, top
up (do not overll). Use one of the oils listed below:
– SAE 15W40 motor oil
– SAE 20W50 motor oil
– 15W50 synthetic motor oil
AFTER FIRST FIVE (5) HOURS
1. Remove plug N to drain hydraulic reservoir. Dis-
pose of used oil in accordance with local require-
ments.
2. Clean and replace the plug.
3. Change hydraulic oil lter G.
4. Fill the reservoir with fresh oil to the bottom of
the reservoir ller tube, using an oil from the list
above. Do not overll.
PERIODIC OIL CHANGES
Change the hydraulic uid and hydraulic lter
after each 500 hours of operation using the same
procedure given above.
View from below machine
NOTES:
Before servicing the hydraulic system, stop the engine,
disconnect spark plug wires and disengage the PTO.
– After any hydraulic line is opened, plug or cap it
promptly to reduce the risk of contamination.
– Do not use sealant tape on hydraulic pipe ttings.
Use a liquid sealant that will dissolve into the
system.
– Make sure all hydraulic connections are tight and
hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition
before applying pressure to system.
The machine's hydraulic system operates under high
pressure. When checking for leaks, do not use your
hands to attempt to nd a leak. Instead, use card-
board or paper. Escaping hydraulic uid can be under
sufcient pressure to penetrate skin and cause serious
injury. If hydraulic uid is injected into the skin, it must
be promptly removed by a doctor familiar with this form
of injury or gangrene may result.