Under pressure, the hose will contract by up to 4%, so there should be enough slack.
The bend radius of the hose shall not be smaller than its smaller bend radius.
When one end of the hose is fixed, the length from the joint to the bend should not be less than 2 times the inner diameter of the hose.
During installation, use the "double wrench" method while observing the markings to check for twisting of the hose.
Limit hose bends to one plane.
Clamp the hose to prevent fraying.
Keep hose routing clean for future maintenance.
By following these simple principles, you can help maximize hydraulic hose life.
