Hydraulic Fluid as a Fire Source

Hydraulic Fluid as a Fire Source

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A hydraulic system uses pressurised fluid to drive machinery. Most hydraulic fluids are combustible, and a compromised hydraulic system, in combination with an ignition source, can lead to a fire.

Hydraulic System

A hydraulic drive system consists of the hydraulic fluid plus three major mechanical components. These components are:

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Fire Smoke and Fumes, Post Crash Fires, Combustion-related Smoke, Operational Fires
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