SUBSECTION 5B
PUMPS
NOTE
4. Refill the oil reservoir to the proper level with the rec-
ommended lubricant. Start the engine. Allow the engine to
Tighten the capscrews in a diagonal pattern to pre-
run at idle speed, with no load applied to the hydraulic sys-
vent putting a strain on the end cover.
tem, to prime the system.
11. Pour a small quantity of hydraulic oil into one of the
ports and check the pump for freedom of rotation.
NOTE
When first starting it may be necessary to bleed air
INSTALLATION
from the pump outlet line to permit priming and re-
To install the control pump on the engine drive, proceed as
duce noise. Bleed any air by loosening an outlet con-
follows:
nection fitting. Allow fluid to flow into a container
until a solid stream appears. Retighten the fitting.
1. Install a new gasket on the mounting ftange of the pump.
5. Run the engine at moderate speed and load for a short
2. Insert the two capscrews with the lockwashers and
period of time. Check the reservoir oil level and add oil if re-
torque to 25 ft-lbs.
quired.
3. Connect the hydraulic lines to the proper ports of the
6. Check the pump and its connections for leaks
pump.
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