How long must a 6th gear cycle be followed by a break?

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A break is required after a set number of gear cycles to manage both equipment cooling and operator fatigue. After six consecutive gear extension/retraction cycles, you must pause for 15 minutes to let the hydraulic system cool and to give the crew a short rest, reducing the risk of overheating equipment and of reduced alertness. A shorter break wouldn’t provide enough cooling, while a longer break isn’t needed for safety and would unnecessarily delay operations. Skipping the break altogether isn’t allowed by the rule. So, 15 minutes is the correct rest duration.