HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPLACEMENT
Tools Required:
• 9/16" Combination Wrench
• 3/4" Combination Wrench
• 11/16" Combination Wrench
• 13/16" Combination Wrench
• 3/8" Combination Wrench
• 1/8" Hex Wrench
• (2) Saw Horse
Procedure:
1.
Raise the cot to the full upright position.
2.
Using two saw horses, support the litter and activate the
manual release handle and manually compress ram to
remove the tension on the base cross tube connecting
bolt.
3.
Using a 3/4" and 9/16" combination wrench, remove
the rod attachment pin (A), washer (B), and Nylock hex
nut (C) that secure the hydraulic cylinder to the base
(Figure 111).
4.
Activate the manual release handle and fully compress
the hydraulic cylinder.
5.
Using a 11/16" and 13/16" combination wrench,
remove both hoses (D) from the hydraulic cylinder (E)
(Figure 112).
Note: Hydraulic oil will leak from the hoses and cylinder.
Lay down towels to catch the oil.
6.
Keep the hose ends high and upright to minimize the
amount of fluid lost.
7.
Using a 1/8" hex wrench and 3/8" combination wrench,
remove the two socket head set screws (F) and Fiberlock
hex nuts (G) that secure the hydraulic cylinder to the
base (Figure 113).
8.
Reverse steps to reinstall.
9.
Check functionality by running the cot up and down
several times.
If necessary, add hydraulic oil. See
"Filling the Hydraulics Assembly Reservoir" on
1-102.
10. Verify proper operation of the unit before returning it to
service.
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C
B
Figure 111
D
E
D
Figure 112
F
G
G
Figure 113
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