5 Tips for Stopping Hydraulic System Leaks
September 12 2024 - 8:15AM
A leaking hydraulic system reduces productivity, damages equipment,
and may cause machinery breakdowns. While some hydraulic system
leaks are relatively easy to locate and repair – such as those
caused by a split hose – others are more elusive. The stop-leak
experts at Bar’s Leaks offer these five tips for sealing and
preventing leaks in virtually any hydraulic system, including those
in construction, farming, manufacturing, forestry, mining, vehicle
repair, waste management and other industrial equipment.
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Conduct regular visual inspections. Regularly
checking the hydraulic system for signs of wear and tear,
corrosion, damage, and leaks is the best way to catch and address
problems early.
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Analyze and replace hydraulic oil as needed.
Nothing lasts forever, and that includes hydraulic fluid. Replace
the fluid as recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Regular oil
analysis will also indicate when the fluid should be changed. Also
replace the fluid if it has gotten too hot (often indicated by a
change in color and odor), contaminated, or degraded.
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Control fluid conditions. Fluctuating temperatures
can stress hydraulic systems. Check fluid viscosity and adjust as
needed seasonally to ensure ongoing smooth performance. Depending
on where the equipment is used, temperature control devices like
coolers, heaters and/or insulation may be needed.
- Change
the filters. Keep damaging contaminants out of the system
by following the manufacturer recommendations for replacing or
cleaning breathers, strainers and filters.
- Treat
the system with a hydraulic stop leak and conditioner.
Bar’s Leaks Hydraulic Seal (p/n H60) not only seals hydraulic
system leaks, it also reduces friction and wear, extends hydraulic
fluid and system life, and renews seals and O-rings. Rust and
oxidation inhibitors reduce the formation of sludge, varnish and
acids, keeping the whole system clean for long-lasting
performance.
“We applied more than 75 years of expertise and extensive
research to develop the best professional hydraulic stop leak and
conditioner available,” says Clay Parks, Bar’s Leaks vice president
of development. “Bar’s Leaks Hydraulic Seal fixes stubborn,
hard-to-find hydraulic fluid leaks while at the same time cleaning
and treating the system to help it run cooler and last longer, keep
seals soft and pliable, and prevent future leaks from forming.”
Hydraulic Seal contains a high-quality zinc-based additive
package along with viscosity modifiers that restore thermal
stability in the hydraulic system. This additive package has been
tested to provide excellent results in Group I, II and III OEM and
aftermarket hydraulic petroleum and synthetic fluids. Seal
conditioners restore and protect hard, brittle, shrunken and
worn-out seals, O-rings, and gaskets to reduce leaks during
operation.
Chemical polymers work where other stop leaks fail to seal leaks
caused by normal operation, such as small grooves and pits in the
shafts. The polymers in Bar’s Leaks Hydraulic Seal form a film
between the seal and the shaft to help prevent leaks. These shear
stable polymer additives and viscosity modifiers also help keep
worn systems lubricated during operation as well as extended
shutdown times.
Bar’s Leaks Hydraulic Seal is a multi-grade, multi-viscosity
formula approved to work in a wide range of climates with multiple
hydraulic oil grades including ISO22, ISO32, ISO46, ISO68, ISO100
and others. The special concentrated formula does not thicken
hydraulic fluid, so current oil remains in grade, optimizing
all-weather performance. It maintains fluid viscosity even at
higher temperatures to stabilize hydraulic pressure. The pour point
depressant is designed to allow proper fluid flow in all
temperature ranges.
Hydraulic Seal can be used in both low- and high-pressure
hydraulic systems in industrial and mobile applications including
dump trucks, earth movers and excavators, loaders, forklifts,
refuse equipment, tractors, snowplows, and hydraulic elevators,
hoists and lifts. It offers superior rust and yellow metal
corrosion protection as well as anti-foam protection. Hydraulic
Seal repairs pump seals, control valve seals, actuators, rams,
cylinders, O-ring boss hose fittings, hydrostatic transmissions,
and other hydraulic system parts.
The product is sold exclusively at all Advance Auto Parts and
CARQUEST stores and select online partners. It is available in 32
oz., 1 gallon, 5 gallon and 55-gallon sizes. For a limited time,
Advance Auto Parts and CARQUEST are offering special savings of $2
off the 32-ounce bottle, $5 off the 1-gallon jug and $10 off a
5-gallon bucket. See stores for details.
For normal usage, add one ounce of Bar’s Leaks Hydraulic Seal
for every quart of hydraulic fluid capacity. In extremely worn
systems, use up to 2 ounces per quart of fluid capacity. For
preventative maintenance, use 1/2 ounce per quart of fluid
capacity.
Bar’s Leaks Hydraulic Seal starts working immediately after
installation. Most leaks are sealed within a few hours of
application and usage. Some leaks can take up to a few days to
stop.
Learn more about Bar’s Leaks Hydraulic Seal at
barsleaks.com/product/hydraulic-seal-h60/.
Bar’s Leaks is America’s best-known brand of stop leaks. All
Bar’s Leaks products are proudly made in the U.S.A. Based in Holly,
Michigan, Bar’s Leaks is ISO 9001 certified.
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Simpson Communications, LLC
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