• Inspect hoses frequently
• Replace worn or damaged hoses
• Proper clamping is critical

Hose assemblies have to be replaced if following is applicable

• Chafed Hose
• Abrasion
• Improper clamping
• Kinked Hose
• Smooth-bore PTFE hose is prone to kinking
• Restricts fluid flow
• Damaged beyond repair
• Broken Wires
• Inspect external wire braid
• Any broken wires is cause for removal/scrap
• Twisted Hose
• Hose is not designed to be twisted
• Induces stress
• Promotes premature wear
• Heat Damaged (Brittle) Hose
• Elastomeric, PTFE and Metal Hose have heat limitations
• Cracks during flexing
• Leaking Hose
• Wetness around fitting
• Aged hose
• Improper fitting attachment
• Rusted Hose
• Corroded wire braids
• Any corrosion makes hose assembly suspect