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Hot oil and components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil or components to contact skin. |
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Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids. Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products. Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates. |
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Obtain a sample of the hydraulic oil from the sampling valve. The sampling valve is located on the left side of the center platform between the hydraulic tank and the operator console.
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The sampling valve is located on the hydraulic filter. Remove the protective cap from the oil sampling port. Refer to Special Publication, SEBU6250, "S·O·S Oil Analysis" for information that pertains to obtaining a sample of the oil. Refer to Special Publication, PEHP6001, "How To Take A Good Oil Sample" for more information about obtaining a sample of the oil.
For additional information about hydraulic system oil, see Special Publication, SEBU6250, "Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations" or consult your Caterpillar dealer.