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Prepare Hydraulic System and Attach Vactrac Tool

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What happens here

Identify the hydraulic fluid check and fill points, which are typically located at the rear underside of the tractor. Remove the yellow cap from the check area and the black cap from the fill area. Select an appropriate fitting from the RedDog Vactrac kit that provides a snug seal, and securely attach it to the clear flexible hose. Insert the hose with the chosen fitting into the hydraulic fill port. Activate the Vactrac tool by pressing its power button, ensuring it draws a vacuum and creates a seal to prevent fluid leakage.

Goal: Create a vacuum in the hydraulic system to prevent fluid loss.

Tools and materials

  • Flexible Hose RedDog Vactrac — Connecting the Vactrac to the hydraulic port
  • Ladder — Accessing elevated parts of the tractor
  • RedDog Vactrac Tool RedDog Vactrac — Creating a vacuum in the hydraulic system
  • Vactrac Fittings — Ensuring a snug fit into hydraulic ports