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3.
4.
Check the battery. Increased evaporation
rates will cause the battery electrolyte level to
fall more rapidly during very hot weather.
Check the level frequently and add distilled
water as required to maintain the proper level.
Keep air circulation free. Air circulation
1.
around the engine and battery must not be
restricted. Keep air intake and exhaust
openings clear of leaves, paper and other
foreign matter which may restrict air flow.
Keep the engine clean of dirt, grease and
other substances which inhibit heat dissipa-
tion.
Use sound judgment in operating the engine.
Avoid the two extremes of racing and lug-
ging.
Advance the throttle only enough to handle
the load, yet be certain that the engine speed
is high enough to maintain adequate fan speed
for cooling.
Run the engine only when engaged in work
operations or when traveling the vehicle.
Avoid prolonged periods at idling and shut
the engine down if operations are interrupted.
Sandy or Dusty Work Sites
The presence of large amounts of sand or dust at
the work site can contribute to accelerated
component wear. Either substance will act as an
abrasive when deposited on moving parts. The
problem is combated by more frequent lubrica-
tion and by the servicing of breathers and filters
at shorter intervals. Follow the recommendations
below when operating in sand or dust on a
regular basis:
2.
Check the filler caps, filters, breathers, air
cleaner and grease fittings.
Keep sand and dust out of the hydraulic
system by keeping the reservoir filler cap
tight and servicing the hydraulic system filters
frequently.
The fuel system should be kept free of sand
and dust by keeping the tank filler cap tight
and servicing the fuel filters frequently.
When lubricating, thoroughly clean each
grease fitting before attaching the grease gun.
Pump generous amounts of grease into all
lubrication points, using the fresh grease to
pump out the old grease. The increased
frequency of lubrication and service noted
above should be determined by observations
made at work site. Inspection will indicate
how long it takes for lubricants, breathers and
filters to accumulate unacceptable amounts of
sand or dust. The frequency of lubrication
and service should be adjusted accordingly.
The engine and air cleaner should also be
serviced frequently to prevent sand and dust
from entering the engine. The engine oil and
oil filter should be changed at shorter than
normal intervals to insure a clean oil supply to
the engine’s moving parts.
Adequate ground bearing support
must be provided for the outrig-
ger when operating on soft
surface. Be alert for signs of
LRT 110 Crane movement
during operations. Failure to
follow this procedure could cause
DEATH or serious injury.
Insure that the terrain is adequate to support
the crane’s weight.
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