A quick update on the Hoist. We expect the lifting wire to be replaced tomorrow (Friday), however, an inspection of the hydraulic oil suggests that this is heavily contaminated with water and needs changing.
We have ordered and will collect fresh hydraulic oil tomorrow and the tank will be drained on Saturday when we will have an opportunity to check the filters and clean them. Depending on what we find, we may have to drop the tank for a complete flush out.
It is therefore not realistic to provide a new operational date for the hoist before the weekend at the earliest.
We will keep you all advised when we can commence lifting again but do expect this to be early next week.
Mike