966G II and 972G II Wheel Loaders Hydraulic System Oil Sample

Hydraulic System Oil Sample - Obtain

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966G II and 972G II Wheel Loaders Hydraulic System Oil Sample - Obtain

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NOTICE

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, "AVSpare Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on AVSpare products. Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

Operate the machine for a few minutes before obtaining the oil sample. Operate the hydraulic controls. This will thoroughly mix the hydraulic oil for a more accurate sample.
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If the machine is equipped with conventional oil, open the engine access door on the left side of the machine. The sampling valve for the hydraulic oil is located on the hydraulic oil filter base on the left side of the machine.
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If the machine is equipped with biodegradable hydraulic oil, open the engine access door on the right side of the machine. The sampling valve for the hydraulic oil is located on the rear of the machine near the radiator.
Use the in-line sampling valve in order to obtain a sample of hydraulic oil.
Close the engine access door.

Reference: For more information, refer to Special Publication, SEBU6250, "AVSpare Machine Fluids Recommendations", "S·O·S Oil Analysis" and Special Publication, PEHP6001, "How To Take A Good Oil Sample".