HYRDRAULIC AND PNEUMATIC SYSTEM

SAFETY PRECAUTION:
HYDRAULIC

Most hydraulic fluids are flammable and can cause skin irritation if prolonged contact
occurs. Change clothing immediately if drenched with hydraulic fluid and wash
thoroughly.

Hydraulic fluid becomes a hazard if it is sprayed, heated to its flash point, or

otherwise subjected to conditions that cause vaporization. Hydraulic fluid must never
be stored in a missile stowage, testing, or maintenance area. Do not handle hydraulic
fluid in the presence of electrical sparks or open flames. Hydraulic fluid should be
kept in closed metal containers. Bulk supplies should be stored only in approved and
authorized areas.

Spilled fluids make a surface slippery. Wipe up spilled or leaking fluid immediately.
Oily rags and clothing should be stored in a closed metal container to avoid a potential
fire hazard. They should be properly disposed of at the first opportunity

PERSONNEL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When working with high-pressure equipments, you must wear approved safety
glasses or face shields. Do not direct high-pressure air against the deck, workbench, or
other equipments. Low-pressure air may be used for certain specified maintenance-
related cleaning or drying tasks. Always obtain permission to use low-pressure air for
these purposes. Never direct any pressurized air jet toward your (or a shipmate's)
body.

During any GMLS equipment operation, keep all parts of the body clear of any
component that moves as a result of pneumatic or hydraulic pressure.
Safety precautions must be observed and common sense used ALL THE TIME. Do
not think that once you have learned all the applicable safety rules you can sit back
and relax. Review them periodically, particularly for those jobs seldom performed.
Try to improve upon any rules in effect. Safety is everyone's responsibility, not just
those who drew up the regulations. Many accidents are caused by personnel who are
so familiar with their jobs they think they can take shortcuts. Personnel who do not
know the applicable safety precautions often are the cause of accidents. We also
cannot forget the many tragic accidents caused by practical jokers. However, in the
majority of instances, plain carelessness is the biggest threat, Stay alert!

PNEUMATIC

Standards precaution in pneumatic system maintenance are air compressor lubrication

oil should be checked daily I.A.W manufacturer instruction .After oil is added, filler
plug should be torque and safety wire is properly installed. Pneumatic system should
be purged periodically to remove any contaminants, moisture or oil. Components must
be checked for highest standard of cleanliness. Removed components or lines must be
fitted with proper blank and should not be removed until the parts are ready to be
installed. Leak testing must be performed I.A.W manufacturer specification.