Plugging the gap

By Staff -- Plant Engineering, 9/1/1998

Problem: Some hydraulic valves have mounting bolt holes outside the wiring box that gather dirt and make it difficult to remove the valve. How can I keep the dirt out?

Solution: After mounting the valve, insert a rolled-up sponge-rubber ear plug into each hole. Simply remove the plug when changing the valve.

Contributor: Barry Nelson, Maintenance Supervisor, Idaho Forest Industries, Priest River, ID; 208-448-1141