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Deisel in hyd. Tank

soleteck ยท 2023-06-30 20:14

What would happen if you accidentally put like 2 gallons of deisel in the hydraulic oil tank which might be about 15 gallons and ran for say 30 minutes

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  1. #1OzDozer2023-06-30 20:36

    Diesel has lubricating properties, otherwise your fuel injection pump would seize up. 2 gallons of diesel in 15 gallons is merely going to thin the oil a little, so you will find the hydraulics work faster when cold - but with the thinned oil, you're likely to see more hydraulic leaks.

  2. #2soleteck2023-06-30 20:58

    I forgot to mention it's compacting equipment a roller

  3. #3DMiller2023-06-30 21:01

    Drain refill and change filters. Will not ever get it all out but will have majority, no harm no foul and a early fluid swap.

  4. #492U 34062023-07-01 01:32

    Change fluid & filters and go back to work.