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10.27.1 Coverage
10.27.1.1
This task covers:
a. Bleeding system
Tools Required
Tool Kit, General Mechanic's, Automotive (GMTK).
Materials Required
None.
Equipment Conditions
Tail lift lowered, hydraulic power on vehicle.
10.27.3 Bleeding system
10.27.3.1
Lower tail lift as described in Chapter 3 section 1 paragraphs 3.2 through 3.2.1.11
inclusive, ignoring any unnecessary instructions.
10.27.3.2
Air from the swing cylinders will be removed when swing arms are moved
repeatedly up and down.
10.27.3.3
Air from the lifting cylinders will be removed when lifting arms are moved repeatedly
up and down.
10.27.3.4
When bleeding the tilting cylinders do as follows:
(1)
Lower the platform near the ground (approx. 40 cm above).
(2)
Tilt the platform to the vertical position as far as the structure allows.
(3)
Tilt it down again to the ground by pushing the Tilt Down button.
(4)
Repeat the movement a few times until all the air is removed.
NOTE
Always check hydraulic reservoir oil level after bleeding.
10.27.3.5
Stow tail lift as described in chapter 3 section 1 Paragraph 3.2.2 through paragraph
