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d. Installation.
Hydraulic cylinder is heavy. Use an appropriate lifting device and follow safe working procedures when
lifting or moving hydraulic cylinder. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
Ensure pins are lubricated before installing. Failure to comply could result in damage to equipment.
NOTE
Ensure all hoses and tubes are reconnected to positions noted prior to removal.
Install cable ties as necessary.
(1)
Attach suitable lifting device and sling to boom
cylinder (2).
Use care when removing or installing snap and
retaining rings. Snap and retaining rings are under
spring tension and can act as projectiles when
released and could cause severe eye injury.
(2)
Use lifting device to position boom cylinder (2)
and install with two pivot pins (5) and four
circlips (3) and washers (4).
(3)
Connect two hydraulic hoses (1) to boom
cylinder (2).
Adhesives, solvents, and sealing compounds burn easily and give off vapors that are harmful to the skin and
clothing. To avoid injury or death, keep away from open fire when using these materials, and use only in well-
ventilated areas. If adhesives, solvents, or sealing compounds contact the skin or clothing, wash immediately
with soap and water, and rinse thoroughly. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
(4)
Apply sealing compound and install two glad hands.
e. Follow-On Maintenance.
(1)
Start engine and functionally test cylinder (TM 5-2420-230-10).
(2)
Check for leaks.
(3)
Shut OFF engine (TM 5-2420-230-10).
(4)
Fill reservoir as required.
(5)
Remove "Do Not Operate" tag from ignition switch (TM 5-2420-230-10).
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