Changing oil regularly and properly Changing oil using the manufacturer s recommendation should be followed. Monitoring and evaluating the oil condition and the contaminants level inside the oil will also guide in establishing proper oil change or cleaning interval. Usage of the correct type of filter and changing filters regularly is also important. During General Maintenance Contaminants can enter a hydraulic system any time it is open, whether it is when replacing filters, or repairing a major component. Today s machineries do not tolerate dirt and other contaminants as their predecessors did.
Contamination control is the prevention for most of hydraulic system problems observed today.
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