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2.54.
REPAIR HYDRAULIC HOSES, TUBES, AND FITTINGS - Continued
C.
INSTALL.
1.
INSTALL STRAIGHT FITTINGS.
Hydraulic fitting sealant can cause
eye damage or skin irritation. Wash
after skin contact. Wear safety
goggles/glasses when using. Avoid
contact with eyes or skin. If hydraulic
fitting sealant contacts eyes, flush
eyes with water and get immediate
medical attention.
a.
Apply hydraulic fitting sealant to male threads
of straight fitting (7). To avoid clogging
hydraulic system, do not apply sealant to first
thread turn of fitting.
b.
Install straight fitting in mating component (8)
and tighten until firmly seated. Connect tube
or hose per step c.
c.
Check hydraulic fitting for leaks during system
startup. If leaking, loosen connecting tube or
hose
and
tighten
hydraulic
fitting,
then
retighten to be on hose.
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