Title: Explain the importance of hydraulic system service and maintenance.
Course: Agricultural Power Systems, Advanced (18402-II) > Section: Maintaining and Servicing Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems

Explanation should include

- checking fluid levels frequently
- servicing fluid filters at regular intervals as specified by the manufacturer
- changing fluids as specified by the manufacturer.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why should hydraulic fluid levels be checked on a regular basis?
- Why is it important to change hydraulic fluids as specified by the manufacturer?
- What is a maintenance schedule, and why are they critical to hydraulic system operation?