///Hydraulic oil is dark or smells burnt
Intensifier: hydraulics & oil

Hydraulic oil is dark or smells burnt

Dark, burnt oil has overheated and lost its properties.

Safety first: Switch off the pump, release all pressure (open the on/off valve or bleed-down valve) and lock out before you open any high-pressure part. Never put a hand or tool near a running jet.
1Check the causes, most likely first 0 of 2 checked
01Oil overheated Most likely

Cooling or relief valve problem.

How to check: Fix the heat source, then change oil and filter.

PhotoArt. no.DescriptionReplaces OEMExcl. VAT
12800 Heat Exchanger, 05080080
KMT
KMT 05080080 · KMT 05145958 € 598.80
02Oil past its service life Possible

Oil ages with hours.

How to check: Change oil and filter.

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General advice based on manufacturer manuals and service practice. Always follow the manual of your machine. Not sure? .