General Safety & Warnings

HAZARDS DUE TO HOSE FAILURE & OIL LEAKAGE

Hose assemblies may fail abruptly and unexpectedly due to a variety of reasons. Hydraulic oil shooting out at high pressure and/or at high speed can cause serious personal injury and severe damage to objects as well as pollution of the environment.

Examples of potential hazards:

• Bursting hose components
• Whipping hose ends
• Oil spray leakage
• Coupling blow-off

Make sure that:

• The design and operation of tools and machines complies with the existing safety regulations.
• Inspect hose assemblies for damage and wear at regular intervals; if possible, in advance of each usage.
• Inspect hose sets in unpressurised condition; use implements when necessary.
• Defective or damaged hose assemblies must be replaced immediately.