SkyTrak 6042 Operation Manual User Manual
SkyTrak Special machinery
Table of contents
Document Outline
- 8990465 SkyTrak 6042 Operators Manual
- Introduction
- Safety Practices
- Disclaimer
- Hazard Classification System
- Accident Prevention Tags
- New or Additional Operators
- Instructional Symbols
- Hazard Symbols
- Avoidance Symbols
- Avoidance Symbols (cont’d)
- Personal Considerations
- Operational Considerations
- Equipment Considerations
- Operation
- Operator Controls
- Accelerator Pedal
- Service Brake Pedal
- Steering Wheel
- Horn Button
- Ignition Switch
- Steering Select Switch
- Park Brake Switch
- Neutral Lock Lever
- Travel Select Lever
- Gear Select Lever
- Recommended Gear/Speed for Various Load/Travel Conditions
- Load Size
- Surface
- Gear
- Speed
- No Load
- Smooth
- 4th*
- 0 to 20 mph (0 to 32 km/h)
- Improved
- 3rd
- 0 to 14 mph (0 to 23 km/h)
- Rough
- 2nd
- 0 to 6 mph (0 to 9,7 km/h)
- Load
- Smooth
- 3rd
- 0 to 14 mph (0 to 23 km/h)
- up to 3,500 lbs
- Improved
- 2nd
- 0 to 6 mph (0 to 9,7 km/h)
- (up to 1.588 kg)
- Rough
- 2nd
- 0 to 6 mph (0 to 9,7 km/h)
- Load
- Smooth
- 3rd
- 0 to 14 mph (0 to 23 km/h)
- 3,500 to 6,000 lbs
- Improved
- 2nd
- 0 to 6 mph (0 to 9,7 km/h)
- (1.588 to 2.721 kg)
- Rough
- 1st
- 0 to 3.5 mph (0 to 5,6 km/h)
- Boom Control Lever
- Attachment Tilt and Frame Sway Control Lever
- Seat Belt
- Operator’s Seat Adjustment
- Instruments and Indicators
- Optional Controls
- Pre-Operation Inspection
- 1. Check safety belt for damage. Check for frayed or cut seat belt webbing, damaged buckles or lo...
- 2. Check all four tires and rims for damage. Check for proper tire pressure, add air if required....
- 3. Check and add engine oil if required. This procedure is explained in greater detail on page121.
- 4. Check and add transmission oil if required. This procedure is explained in greater detail on p...
- 5. Check the cooling system overflow bottle for coolant. Add coolant if required. This procedure ...
- 6. Check the hydraulic oil level sight glass and add hydraulic oil if required. This procedure is...
- 7. Visually inspect the battery for cleanliness. Check the terminals for corrosion. Check the cab...
- 8. Walk around the vehicle and check for oil leakage as well as damaged or missing parts. Make an...
- 9. Check ALL lighting systems (if so equipped) for proper operation.
- 10. Adjust rear view mirrors as required to obtain proper field of vision to the rear.
- 11. Test the back-up alarm and horn for proper operation.
- 12. Check condition of cab glass (if so equipped), looking for cracks or other damage.
- Normal Starting
- 1. Enter the cab using the hand holds and adjust the seat for comfortable operation.
- 2. Adjust the mirrors to obtain the best rear view from the operator’s position.
- 3. Fasten the seat belt.
- 4. Make sure the parking brake switch is ENGAGED.
- 5. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL and move the neutral lock lever to NEUTRAL LOCK p...
- 6. Turn the ignition switch to the START position (fully clockwise) to crank the engine. Release ...
- 7. After the engine starts, run engine at partial throttle for 30 to 60 seconds before operating ...
- 8. Move the Neutral Lock Lever to the (D) DRIVE position before you start operating.
- 9. Disengage the parking brake switch before you start operating.
- Cold Starting
- 1. Enter the cab using the hand holds and adjust the seat for comfortable operation.
- 2. Adjust the mirrors to obtain the best rear view from the operator’s position.
- 3. Fasten the seat belt.
- 4. Make sure the parking brake switch is ENGAGED.
- 5. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL and move the neutral lock lever to NEUTRAL LOCK p...
- 6. Turn the ignition switch to the START position to crank the starter.
- 7. As the engine starts, release the ignition switch to the RUN position. Depress the accelerator...
- 8. The engine oil pressure warning indicator light should go OFF within five seconds after starti...
- 9. If using starting fluid with mechanical or electrical metering equipment:
- 10. If using starting fluid without metering equipment:
- Figure 36
- Figure 37
- Jump Starting
- 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged battery.
- 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster...
- 3. Connect one end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery.
- 4. Make the final cable connection to the furthest point from the battery.
- 5. Follow the steps in “Normal Starting” on page55.
- 6. Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order of their connection (i.e. negative cable ground ...
- Refueling
- Operating
- Understanding the Stabil-TRAK System
- Free Pivot Mode
- Locked Mode
- Final Positioning Mode
- Starting Travel
- 1. Enter the operator cab, fasten the seat belt, start the engine, apply the service brake pedal ...
- 2. Rotate the twist grip (Figure 42, 1) of the range select lever to 1st gear.
- 3. Move the travel select lever (Figure 43, 1) to (F) FORWARD to travel in a forward direction or...
- 4. Slowly remove your foot from the service brake pedal and press the accelerator pedal to start ...
- Figure 42
- Figure 43
- Changing Travel Direction
- Shifting Gears
- Recommended Gear/Speed for Various Load/Travel Conditions
- Load Size
- Surface
- Gear
- Speed
- No Load
- Smooth
- 4th*
- 0 to 20 mph (0 to 32 km/h)
- Improved
- 3rd
- 0 to 14 mph (0 to 23 km/h)
- Rough
- 2nd
- 0 to 6 mph (0 to 9,7 km/h)
- Load
- Smooth
- 3rd
- 0 to 14 mph (0 to 23 km/h)
- up to 3,500 lbs
- Improved
- 2nd
- 0 to 6 mph (0 to 9,7 km/h)
- (up to 1.588 kg)
- Rough
- 2nd
- 0 to 6 mph (0 to 9,7 km/h)
- Load
- Smooth
- 3rd
- 0 to 14 mph (0 to 23 km/h)
- 3,500 to 6,000 lbs
- Improved
- 2nd
- 0 to 6 mph (0 to 9,7 km/h)
- (1.588 to 2.721 kg)
- Rough
- 1st
- 0 to 3.5 mph (0 to 5,6 km/h)
- NOTE: Shifting to the next higher gear may be done while the vehicle is in motion.
- Stopping Travel
- Steering Modes
- Four Wheel Steer Indexing
- 1. Four Wheel Steering
- 2. Front Wheel Steering
- 3. Crab Steering
- 4. Maximum Fork Sweep
- Leveling Frame
- Quick Attach
- Attachment Removal
- 1. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, come to a complete stop, move the neutral lock l...
- 2. Extend the boom approximately 10 feet (3 meters) and tilt the carriage backward.
- 3. Exit the vehicle using the hand holds.
- NOTE: If you are removing a standard carriage with forks, spread the forks apart on the carriage ...
- Attachment Reconnect
- 1. Position the vehicle directly behind the attachment to be mounted.
- 2. Tilt the quick attach backward.
- 3. Extend the boom approximately 10 feet (3 meters) and drive the vehicle forward until the attac...
- 4. Raise the boom until the attachment pivot pins have seated fully in the hooks of the attachment.
- 5. Tilt the attachment up slightly. The quick attach link should be tight against the rear of the...
- 6. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move the neutral lock lever to NEUTRAL LOCK posi...
- 7. Lift the quick attach lever. Insert the quick attach pin completely through the attachment and...
- 8. Return to the cab, fasten the seat belt and resume operation.
- Using The Capacity Chart
- Fork Ratings
- How To Pick, Carry & Place A Load
- Elevating Personnel
- Preparation and Setup
- 1. Make sure that the work platform is securely attached to the quick attach or forks. Follow the...
- 2. Make sure the platform, carriage and forks are secured to prevent them from pivoting from side...
- 3. Ensure the vehicle has a firm footing and is level.
- 4. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL and move the neutral lock lever to the (N) NEUTRA...
- 5. Engage the parking brake switch. Blocking the wheels is also recommended.
- 6. Level the platform in both the side-to-side and front-to-back directions before use.
- Elevating Personnel
- 1. Make sure there are no overhead obstructions or electrical wires above the platform before lif...
- 2. A trained operator must operate the controls from the operators compartment and must remain wi...
- 3. Always position the platform in the travel position (approximately one foot above ground level...
- Capacity Limitations
- Preparation and Setup
- Using Other Attachments
- Shut-Off
- 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop using the service brakes.
- 2. Park the vehicle on level ground.
- 3. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move the neutral lock lever to NEUTRAL LOCK posi...
- 4. Lower the boom and ground the carriage.
- 5. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove the key.
- Operator Controls
- Emergency Operations
- Towing A Disabled Vehicle
- 1. Remove the load from the vehicle.
- 2. Block all four wheels to help prevent the vehicle from moving after the parking brake is disab...
- 3. Remove the six capscrews (Figure 58, 1) securing the transmission covers (2) to the frame. Rem...
- Figure 58
- 2
- Figure 59
- 6. Turn the key switch to the ON position (with the engine not running), release the park brake s...
- 7. Pressurize the park brake with the pressurizing unit. Close the pump needle valve.
- 8. Clear the area of all unnecessary personnel.
- 9. Carefully remove the wheel blocks from each of the four tires. Tow the vehicle to a secure loc...
- Figure 59
- Emergency Boom Lowering
- Part I
- Loss of Engine Power or Hydraulic Pump Failure
- 1. Clear the area around the vehicle of all personnel.
- 2. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move the neutral lock lever to NEUTRAL LOCK posi...
- 3. Block all four wheels.
- 4. Section off a large area under the boom with string or tape to restrict any personnel from ent...
- 5. Temporarily block up or support the outer boom so it cannot be lowered.
- 6. If the load is in a position where it can be removed safely, completely remove the load from t...
- 7. Place an accident prevention tag on both the ignition switch and steering wheel. Refer to “Acc...
- Part ll - Hydraulic Line Failure
- 2
- Figure 60
- STEP 1
- 1. Clear the area of any unnecessary personnel.
- 2. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move the neutral lock lever to NEUTRAL LOCK posi...
- 3. Block all four wheels.
- 4. If the load is in a position where it can be removed safely, completely remove the load from t...
- 5. Temporarily block up or support the outer boom.
- 6. Replace the failed hydraulic line (Figure 61) with a new part.
- 7. Check the hydraulic oil level, add oil if needed.
- 8. Remove the blocking or support from the outer boom.
- 9. Return to the cab, fasten your seat belt and start the engine.
- 10. Tilt the carriage and/or attachment upward if necessary for clearance before retracting the b...
- 11. Slowly retract the boom.
- 12. Slowly lower the boom and ground the carriage and/or attachment.
- 13. Shut off the engine.
- 14. Completely remove the load from the carriage and/or attachment if you haven’t already done so.
- 15. Return to the cab, fasten your seat belt and start the engine.
- 16. Cycle the lift/lower and extend/retract cylinders several times to bleed air from the system....
- 17. Recheck the hydraulic oil level. Add oil if necessary.
- 2
- Figure 61
- STEP 2
- 1. Clear the area of any unnecessary personnel.
- 2. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move the neutral lock lever to NEUTRAL LOCK posi...
- 3. Block all four wheels.
- 4. Place a container under the failed hose to catch any hydraulic oil that may escape during this...
- 5. Return to the cab, fasten your seat belt and start the engine.
- 6. Slowly retract the boom.
- 7. Slowly lower the boom and ground the carriage and/or attachment.
- 8. Shut off the engine.
- 9. Completely remove the load from the carriage and/or attachment.
- 10. Place an accident prevention tag on both the ignition switch and steering wheel. Refer to “Ac...
- 11. Have the vehicle serviced immediately. Replace any failed hydraulic lines (Figure 62) with ne...
- 12. Return to the cab, fasten your seat belt and start the engine.
- 13. Cycle the lift/lower cylinder several times to bleed air from the system. Check for leaks.
- 14. Recheck the hydraulic oil level. Add oil if necessary.
- 15. Transfer any waste oil to a container with a cover and label as used oil. Dispose of properly.
- 2
- Figure 62
- STEP 3
- 1. Clear the area of any unnecessary personnel.
- 2. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move the neutral lock lever to NEUTRAL LOCK posi...
- 3. Block all four wheels.
- 4. Temporarily block up or support the outer boom.
- 5. If the load is in a position where it can be removed safely, completely remove the load from t...
- 6. Place a 10 gallon (40 liter) container under the vehicle to catch any hydraulic oil that will ...
- NOTE: If a replacement hose is not available, the adjacent boom lift line (Figure 63) can be used...
- 7. Remove the individual failed boom lower line (Figure 63, 1) from the circuit.
- 8. Remove and temporarily reposition the adjacent boom lift line (Figure 63, 2) in place of the f...
- 9. Check the hydraulic oil level and add oil if needed.
- 10. Remove the blocking or support from the outer boom.
- 11. Return to the cab, fasten your seat belt and start the engine.
- Figure 63
- 12. Tilt the carriage and/or attachment upward if necessary for clearance before retracting the b...
- 13. SLOWLY RETRACT the boom.
- 14. SLOWLY LOWER the boom and ground the carriage.
- 15. Completely remove the load from the carriage and/or attachment if you haven’t already done so.
- 16. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- 17. Replace any faulty hydraulic lines.
- 18. Return to the cab, fasten your seat belt and start the engine.
- 19. Cycle the lift/lower cylinder several times to bleed air from the system. Check for leaks.
- 20. Transfer the waste oil to a container with a cover and label as used oil. Dispose of properly.
- 21. Recheck the hydraulic oil level. Add oil if necessary.
- STEP 4
- 1. Clear the area of any unnecessary personnel.
- 2. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move the neutral lock lever to NEUTRAL LOCK posi...
- 3. Block all four wheels.
- 4. If the load is in a position where it can be removed safely, completely remove the load from t...
- 5. Place a 10 gallon (40 liter) container under the vehicle to catch any hydraulic oil that will ...
- NOTE: If a replacement hose is not available, the adjacent boom extend line (Figure 64) can be us...
- 6. Remove the failed boom retract line (Figure 64, 1) from the circuit.
- 7. Remove and temporarily reposition the adjacent boom extend line (Figure 64, 2) in place of the...
- 8. Check the hydraulic oil level and add oil if needed.
- 9. Return to the cab, fasten your seat belt and start the engine.
- 10. Tilt the carriage and/or attachment upward if necessary for clearance before retracting the b...
- 11. SLOWLY RETRACT the boom.
- 12. SLOWLY LOWER the boom and ground the carriage and/or attachment.
- 13. Completely remove the load from the carriage and/or attachment if you haven’t already done so.
- 14. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- 15. Replace any faulty hydraulic lines.
- 16. Return to the cab, fasten your seat belt and start the engine.
- 17. Cycle the extend/retract cylinder several times to bleed air from the system. Check for leaks.
- 18. Transfer the waste oil to a container with a cover and label as used oil. Dispose of properly.
- 19. Recheck the hydraulic oil level. Add if necessary.
- 2
- Towing A Disabled Vehicle
- General Maintenance
- General Maintenance
- Maintenance Schedule And Checklist
- 1. Lubrication Points
- A. Carriage pivot pins (2 points)
- B. Attachment tilt cylinder pins (2 points)
- C. Boom attachments (all points)
- D. Extend Chain Sheave (1 point)
- E. Retract Chain Sheave (1 point)
- F. Hydraulic cylinder pins (12 points)
- G. Drive shaft slip joints (3 points)
- H. Boom pivot pin (2 points)
- I. Axle U-Joints (8 points)
- J. Axle pivot pins (4 points)
- K. Extend cylinder pins (2 points)
- NOTE: Shorten the lubrication interval on all lube points when operating in severe conditions.
- Lubrication Points
- Figure 66
- 2. Air Cleaner & Restriction Indicator
- A. Filter Check
- B. Element: Change
- 1. Pull the air cleaner cover lock (Figure 69, 1) OUT, turn the air cleaner cover (2) counter-clo...
- Figure 69
- 2. Remove the primary element (Figure 70, 1). Inspect element for damage. Damaged elements should...
- 3. Thoroughly clean the interior of the air filter canister (Figure 70, 2) and vacuator valve (3).
- 4. If replacing the inner safety element (Figure 70, 4) at this time, carefully slide the inner s...
- 5. Slide the new primary element over the inner safety element making sure the sealing edge is fl...
- 6. Position canister cover (Figure 70, 5) in place, turn clockwise to lock into position and secu...
- Figure 70
- C. Air Intake System-Inspection
- A. Engine Coolant Level Check
- B. Drain And Flush Radiator
- (2000 Hour Intervals)
- 1. Level the vehicle, ground the carriage, place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move neu...
- 2. Unlock and open the right rear engine access door. Allow time for the engine to cool down befo...
- 3. Unlock and open rear radiator door. Remove radiator cap. Through the right engine access door ...
- Figure 72
- NOTE: Attach a hose to the petcock to allow draining directly into a container.
- NOTE: On vehicles equipped with a cab heater option, a shut off valve is installed at the engine ...
- 6. Remove the coolant drain plug (Figure 73, 1) and drain any coolant from the engine block. Repl...
- Figure 73
- 7. Transfer the coolant into a properly labelled container. Dispose of properly.
- 8. Reconnect line to bottom of overflow bottle and close petcock on the radiator. Reconnect heate...
- 9. Fill radiator completely with 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol and water. Total System Capacit...
- 10. Clean dirt and debris from radiator fins and core, if required.
- 11. Start engine and run vehicle to normal operating temperature and then shut OFF the engine. Wh...
- 12. Allow engine to cool to ambient temperature. Check radiator coolant level and top off complet...
- 13. Overflow bottle should be 1/4 to 1/2 full. If it is not, add coolant to overflow bottle. Clos...
- 4. Engine Oil And Filter
- (2000 Hour Intervals)
- A. Oil Level Check
- B. Oil And Filter Change
- (First 50 Hours) (250 Hour Intervals)
- 1. Operate the engine until warm (approximately 5 minutes).
- 2. Level the vehicle, ground the carriage, place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move neu...
- 3. Place receptacle under engine oil pan drain.
- 4. Remove drain plug from engine oil pan.
- 5. Allow oil to drain completely into a receptacle. Transfer the oil to a container with a cover ...
- 6. Unlock and open the left engine access door. Remove oil filter (Figure 76, 1). A strap or chai...
- Figure 76
- NOTE: The filter o-ring may stick to the filter head. Make sure the old o-ring is removed before ...
- 8. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to seal on new filter.
- 9. Install the new oil filter and hand tighten 1/2 turn after initial contact.
- 10. Clean and re-install oil pan drain plug.
- 11. Unlock and open the right engine access door.
- 12. Remove oil fill cap (Figure 77, 1) and add 15W40 motor oil that is equal to API, CD or CE spe...
- 13. Clear all personnel from area. Start engine and run for several minutes.
- 14. Stop engine. Let the oil drain back for a few minutes. Check oil level on dipstick (Figure 77...
- 15. Add oil to bring oil level up to the FULL mark in the crosshatched area. Replace dipstick and...
- Figure 77
- 5. Engine Fuel System
- (First 50 Hours) (250 Hour Intervals)
- A. Drain Water From Fuel Water Separator/Filter
- B. Change Fuel Filter
- (500 Hour Intervals)
- NOTE: Mechanical over-tightening may distort the threads or damage the sealing ring.
- C. Replace In-line Fuel Strainer
- (500 Hour Intervals)
- 1. Unlock and open the right rear engine access door.
- 2. The in-line fuel strainer (Figure 80, 1) is located down line from the engines lift pump (2). ...
- 3. Remove the old in-line fuel strainer and dispose of properly.
- 4. Install the new in-line fuel strainer (Figure 80, 1) with arrow pointing toward the lift pump ...
- 5. Assemble the hoses to the in-line fuel strainer and tighten the hose clamps.
- 6. Remove air from the fuel system (see “Bleeding Fuel System” on page128).
- 7. Close and lock the right rear engine access door.
- Figure 80
- (500 Hour Intervals)
- D. Bleeding Fuel System
- 1. To vent the low pressure lines and fuel filter (Figure 81, 1), open the vent screw (2) located...
- 2. Operate the hand plunger (Figure 81, 4) on the lift pump (5) until fuel flowing from the fitti...
- 3. Tighten the vent screw (Figure 81, 2) and torque to 7 lb-ft (9 Nm).
- Figure 81
- 1. To vent the high pressure fuel lines (Figure 82, 1), loosen one fitting at the injector (2).
- 2. Turn the ignition key to the START position and crank the engine for a maximum of 15 seconds o...
- 3. Tighten the fitting. Torque to 22 lb-ft (30 Nm).
- 4. Repeat step 1- step 3 for each fitting until the engine runs smoothly.
- 5. With the engine running, visually check for leaks. Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Figure 82
- 6. Engine Fan Belt
- A. Engine Fan Belt Check
- 1. Ground the carriage, place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move the neutral lock lever...
- 2. Unlock and open the left rear engine access door.
- 3. Inspect the fan belt (Figure 83, 1). Replace if cracked or frayed.
- 4. This engine is equipped with an automatic belt tensioner (Figure 83, 2). Inspect the tensioner...
- 5. Spin the fan and check for wobble or excessive play. Maximum play should be .006 inch (0,15 mm).
- 6. To install the fan belt (Figure 83, 1); first position the belt over the fan pulley (3), crank...
- 7. Close and lock the left rear engine access door.
- Figure 83
- 7. Hydraulic Oil and Filter
- A. Hydraulic System Oil
- ISO Grade 46 Hydraulic Oil
- MIL-L-2104C 10W Motor Oil*
- Gulf Harmony 46 AW
- Amoco Rykon 46
- Mobil DTE-25
- Arco Duro AW S-215
- Shell Tullus 46
- Benz Petraulic 46-7C
- Sun Sunvis 821 WR
- Chevron AW 46
- Texaco Rando HD 46
- Citgo Pacemaker XD-46
- Castrol Deusol CRD
- Esso Essolube D-3HP
- Esso Essolube XD-3
- Castrol Agricastrol HDD
- Shell Rimula CT
- Shell Rimula X
- Shell Rimula TX
- * 5W20 Motor Oil may be substituted for -30˚ F to 70˚ F (-34 to 21˚ C) only
- B. Hydraulic Oil Level Check
- (10 Hour Intervals)
- 1. Be sure all cylinders are fully retracted and oil is at room temperature.
- 2. Level the vehicle, ground the carriage, place travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move the neu...
- 3. Check level of hydraulic oil in tank at the sight gauge (Figure 84, 1) on the back side of the...
- 4. The oil level should be visible in the gauge window.
- 5. If it is not, add ISO-46 or MIL-L-2104C oil (see table on page131).
- 6. Install hydraulic oil cap (Figure 84, 5). Reposition the cover (4) on the tank (2) and secure ...
- Figure 84
- (10 Hour Intervals)
- C. Hydraulic Oil & Filter Change
- (First 50 Hours)
- (Filter Only)
- 1. Level the vehicle, ground the carriage, place travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move the neu...
- 2. Fully retract all cylinders and shut OFF the engine.
- 3. Remove the four capscrews (Figure 85, 1) holding the hydraulic oil tank cover (2) to the tank ...
- Figure 85
- 4. Clean area around filter head (Figure 86, 1). Loosen but do not remove the nuts that secure th...
- 5. Rotate and remove the filter head (Figure 86, 1).
- 6. Remove the seal (Figure 86, 3) and the element (4) from the filter head (1). Dispose of properly.
- 7. Clean the filter head sealing surfaces.
- 8. Place a receptacle under the hydraulic reservoir magnetic drain plug. The receptacle must be l...
- 9. Re-install magnetic drain plug into the reservoir.
- 10. Re-install the top seal (Figure 86, 3) and push a new filter element (4) all the way onto the...
- 11. Remove reservoir cap (Figure 86 5) and fill the reservoir with ISO- 46 or MILL2104C Oil (se...
- 12. Reassemble the hydraulic oil tank cover and tighten the hardware securely.
- 13. Run vehicle and operate all hydraulic functions. Cycle all modes of controls to purge air fro...
- 14. Check for leaks.
- Figure 86
- 8. Transmission Oil and Filter
- B. Hydraulic Oil Level Check
- APPROVED UNIVERSAL TRACTOR FLUIDS
- JOHN DEERE
- FORD / NEW HOLLAND
- MASSEY FERGUSON
- CHEVRON
- JDM J20C (HY-GARD)
- ESN-M2C134-D (HYDRAULIC OIL134)
- M-1141 (PERMATRAN III)
- CHEVRON 1000 THF
- A. Transmission Oil Level Check
- (10 Hour Intervals)
- 1. Level the vehicle, ground the carriage, place travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move neutral...
- 2. Check oil level with engine running at idle and oil at normal operating temperature.
- 3. Remove transmission dipstick (Figure 87, 1) through access hole (2) in transmission covers (3)...
- 4. Add Universal Tractor Fluid to transmission as required to bring up to full mark.
- Figure 87
- (10 Hour Intervals)
- B. Transmission Oil & Filter Change
- (First 50 Hours) (Filter Only)
- 1. Level the vehicle, ground the carriage, place travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move neutral...
- 2. Remove the six capscrews (Figure 88, 1) securing the transmission covers (2) to the frame. Rem...
- Figure 88
- 3. Allow the transmission to cool.
- 4. Place a receptacle under the transmission drain plug (Figure 89, 1). Remove the drain plug and...
- 5. Clean and re-install the drain plug (Figure 89, 1) into the transmission housing.
- 6. Remove the filter (Figure 89, 2) from the filter mount on the front side of the transmission (...
- 7. Apply a thin film of clean Universal Tractor Fluid to the new filter gasket. Carefully install...
- Figure 89
- 8. Remove the dipstick (Figure 89, 4) and fill with Universal Tractor Fluid approximately 2.6 gal...
- 9. Check the transmission level and add Universal Tractor Fluid as required following the procedu...
- 10. Reassemble the transmission covers and secure in place with the six capscrews, washers and lo...
- 9. Axle Oil
- (First 50 Hours) (Filter Only)
- A. Axle Oil Level Check
- A. Transmission Oil Level Check
- APPROVED UNIVERSAL TRACTOR FLUIDS
- JOHN DEERE
- FORD / NEW HOLLAND
- MASSEY FERGUSON
- CHEVRON
- JDM J20C (HY-GARD)
- ESN-M2C134-D (HYDRAULIC OIL134)
- M-1141 (PERMATRAN III)
- CHEVRON 1000 THF
- 1. Level the vehicle, ground the carriage, place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move neu...
- 2. Clean the area around the axle fill plug (Figure 90, 1) and the axle level plugs (2) on the op...
- 3. Add Universal Tractor Fluid to bring the oil level up and even with the plug holes. See chart ...
- 4. Re-install the axle fill plug (Figure 90, 1) and axle level plugs (2).
- Figure 90
- B. Axle Oil Change
- (First 50 Hours) (1000 Hour Intervals)
- NOTE: At the 1000 Hour Interval Oil Change also inspect the brake disk wear. Refer to “Brake Disk...
- 1. Level the vehicle, ground the carriage, place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move neu...
- 2. Clean the area around the axle drain plug (Figure 90, 3), the axle fill plug (1) and the axle ...
- 3. Place a receptacle under the axle drain plug. Remove the plug from the axle housing and allow ...
- 4. Transfer the oil to a container with a cover and label the container as used oil. Dispose of p...
- 5. Clean off the axle drain plug and re-install. Remove the axle fill plug and the axle level plu...
- 6. Fill the axle with Universal Tractor Fluid through the axle fill hole until the oil level is e...
- 7. Reassemble the level plugs (Figure 90, 2) using new o-rings.
- 8. Re-install the axle fill plug (Figure 90, 1) into axle housing.
- 10. Brake Disk Inspection
- A. Brake Disk Wear Check
- 2
- Figure 92
- 4. Turn the key switch to the ON position (with the engine not running), release the parking brak...
- 5. Pressurize the parking brake with the pressurizing unit. Close the needle valve on the pressur...
- 6. Working through the level plug hole (Figure 93, 1), carefully use a screwdriver to spread the ...
- Figure 93
- NOTE: If the brake disks are worn beyond .167" (4,25 mm), the brake disk must be replaced on both...
- NOTE: If the brake disks are worn beyond .167" (4,25 mm), the brake disk must be replaced on both...
- Figure 92
- APPROVED UNIVERSAL TRACTOR FLUIDS
- JOHN DEERE
- FORD / NEW HOLLAND
- MASSEY FERGUSON
- CHEVRON
- JDM J20C (HY-GARD)
- ESN-M2C134-D (HYDRAULIC OIL134)
- M-1141 (PERMATRAN III)
- CHEVRON 1000 THF
- A. Wheel End Oil Level Check
- (250 Hour Intervals)
- 1. Position the vehicle on level ground, move the vehicle forward or backward enough to ensure th...
- 2. Ground the carriage, place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move neutral lock lever to ...
- 3. Clean the area around the wheel end fill/drain plug (Figure 95, 2). Slowly remove the plug. Ch...
- 4. Add Universal Tractor Fluid to bring the oil level up and even with the plug hole (Figure 95, ...
- 5. Clean and re-install the wheel end fill/drain plug (Figure 95, 2).
- Figure 95
- (250 Hour Intervals)
- B. Wheel End Oil Change
- (First 50 Hours) (1000 Hour Intervals)
- 1. Position the vehicle on level ground, move the vehicle forward or backward enough to ensure th...
- Figure 96
- 2. Ground the carriage, place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move neutral lock lever to ...
- 3. Clean the area around the wheel end fill/drain plug (Figure 96, 2). Slowly loosen the plug. Ho...
- 4. Allow the oil to drain completely into the receptacle. Transfer the oil to a container with a ...
- 5. Reposition the vehicle so the wheel end fill/drain plug is positioned horizontally (refer back...
- 6. Fill the wheel end with Universal Tractor Fluid to the level of the drain plug. See chart of a...
- 7. Clean and re-install the wheel end fill/drain plug (Figure 96, 2).
- 12. Wheels and Tires
- (First 50 Hours) (1000 Hour Intervals)
- A. Tire Air Pressure Check
- (10 Hour Intervals)
- B. Wheel Lug Nut Torque Check
- C. Replacing Tires
- 13. Battery
- 1. Level the vehicle, ground the carriage, place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move neu...
- 2. Unlock and open the rear door. The battery (Figure 98, 1) is located inside the frame directly...
- 3. Wearing safety glasses, visually inspect the battery. Check terminals for corrosion. Replace t...
- 4. Close and lock rear door.
- Figure 98
- 13. Battery
- Battery Electrolyte First Aid:
- A. Boom Chain Tension Check
- (First 50 Hours) (1000 Hour Intervals)
- 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, move neutral l...
- 2. Fully extend the boom, then retract it 2" (51 mm) (one inch per section). Turn the vehicle OFF.
- 3. Measure the sag (Figure 101, 1) in the top boom extend chains (2) between the bottom of the ch...
- Figure 101
- NOTE: If the measurement is less than 9.62" (244 mm) the boom may require extensive adjustment an...
- NOTE: If, by adjusting the retract locknut, you cannot get the measurement within the range of 9....
- (First 50 Hours) (1000 Hour Intervals)
- B. Top Boom Chain Tension Adjustment
- (As required)
- NOTE: Always perform the “Boom Chain Tension Check” starting on page152 before adjusting the boo...
- NOTE: If the top boom extend chain sag cannot be adjusted within the acceptable range of 1.5" (38...
- C. Boom Chain Inspection
- (250 Hour Intervals)
- 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. Place the travel select lever in (N) NEUTRAL, place the neut...
- 2. Fully extend the boom until the extend chain is taut. Shut the engine off.
- 3. Inspect the retract chains every 1000 hours of operation. Refer to the Service Manual for prop...
- 4. Inspect the chains for the following conditions:
- Figure 107
- Figure 108
- Figure 109
- Figure 110
- (250 Hour Intervals)
- D. Chain Lubrication
- E. Wear Pad Inspection
- (50 Hour Intervals)
- F. Wear Pad Replacement
- A. Wheel End Oil Level Check
- 1. Lubrication Points
- Storage and Transport
- Storage
- A. Before Storing
- 1. Clean the entire vehicle.
- 2. Lubricate all grease fittings as described in “Lubrication Points” on page112.
- 3. Prepare the engine for storage (refer to the engine manual).
- 4. Apply rust inhibiting lubricant to all exposed hydraulic cylinder rods.
- 5. Disconnect the battery cables. Remove the battery from the vehicle and store in a dry place wh...
- 6. If the ambient temperature is expected to drop below freezing at anytime during the storage pe...
- 7. Preferably, store the vehicle inside where it will remain dry. If it must be stored outside, p...
- B. Removing From Storage
- 1. Reinstall a properly charged battery. Secure the hold-down bracket and attach cables.
- 2. Change the engine oil and filter to remove condensation or other residuals.
- 3. If the vehicle has been stored for two years or more, drain the coolant from the engine block ...
- 4. Wipe off any rust inhibiting lubricant that was applied to vehicles hydraulic cylinder rods pr...
- 5. Refer to “Maintenance Schedule And Checklist” on page107. Perform all the maintenance checks ...
- 6. Review and familiarize yourself and any other operator with all the safe and proper operating ...
- A. Before Storing
- Transport
- Test Procedures
- Stabil-TRAK System Test
- Stabil-TRAK System Test Instructions
- Stabil-TRAK System Test Procedures
- a. Place the vehicle on a level surface with 0˚ sway.
- b. Have the boom fully retracted and horizontal.
- c. Place an 8" (203 mm) wood or cement block in front of the front left tire.
- d. Enter the vehicle.
- e. Fasten the seat belt.
- f. Turn the key to the RUN position.
- g. Check to be sure the Stabil-TRAK light is OFF. (See page36 for the location of the light in t...
- a. Start the engine.
- b. Turn the parking brake switch OFF.
- c. Move the range select lever to (1) FIRST gear.
- d. Move the travel select lever to the (F) FORWARD position.
- e. Drive the vehicle up on the block.
- f. Use the frame sway control to level the vehicle back to 0˚.
- a. Depress the service brake pedal.
- b. Move the travel select lever to the (N) NEUTRAL position.
- c. Raise the boom to exactly 60˚. The Stabil-TRAK light should come ON when the boom angle is at ...
- a. Use your left foot to depress the service brake pedal.
- b. Move the travel select lever to the (R) REVERSE position.
- c. Ease your left foot partially off the service brake pedal make sure that the Stabil-TRAK light...
- d. With your right foot, increase the engine RPM slightly, as necessary, just enough to back the ...
- a. Keep the service brake pedal depressed.
- b. Move the travel select lever to the (N) NEUTRAL position.
- c. Take your foot off the service brake pedal. The Stabil-TRAK light should remain ON and the fro...
- a. With the travel select lever in the (N) NEUTRAL position, engage the parking brake switch.
- b. Move the travel select lever to the (F) FORWARD position. The Stabil-TRAK light should remain ...
- a. With the parking brake switch ON, move the travel select lever to the (N) NEUTRAL position.
- b. Lower the boom to exactly 45˚.
- c. Frame sway the vehicle no more than 5˚ to the left.
- d. Frame sway the vehicle back to 0˚.
- e. Frame sway the vehicle no more than 5˚ to the right.
- NOTE: Observe that frame sway will be slower than normal during this test.
- f. The Stabil-TRAK light should remain ON and the front left tire should remain off the ground. T...
- g. Frame sway back toward 0˚, leaving the vehicle swayed to the right approximately 1˚ to 2˚.
- a. Depress the service brake pedal.
- b. Disengage the parking brake switch.
- c. With the range select lever in (1) FIRST gear, move the travel select lever to the (R) REVERSE...
- d. Release the service brake pedal to deactivate the Stabil-TRAK system.
- e. The Stabil-TRAK light should go OFF.
- f. The front left tire should return to the ground while the vehicle travels in reverse.
- g. Depress the service brake pedal to stop the vehicle.
- a. With the service brake pedal depressed and the boom angle at exactly 45˚, move the range selec...
- b. Move the travel select lever to (F) FORWARD.
- c. Release the service brake pedal to deactivate the Stabil-TRAK system. The Stabil-TRAK light sh...
- d. Slowly drive the vehicle forward against the block to stop the vehicle from moving forward.
- e. With the front left tire against the block, frame sway the vehicle no more than 5˚ to the left.
- f. Check that the front left tire remains on the ground. It is normal for the front left tire to ...
- g. Frame sway the vehicle back to 0˚ and pause briefly.
- h. Frame sway the vehicle no more than 5˚ to the right.
- i. Check that the front right tire remains on the ground. It is normal for the front right tire t...
- j. Frame sway the vehicle back to 0˚.
- k. Depress the service brake pedal.
- l. Shift the travel select lever to (N) NEUTRAL.
- m. Lower the boom.
- Parking Brake/Transmission De-Clutch Test Procedures
- a. Place the vehicle on a level surface.
- b. Clear the area in front and behind the vehicle of any obstacles.
- c. Fasten your seat belt.
- d. Turn the key and start the engine.
- e. With the parking brake applied, move the range select lever to (1) FIRST gear.
- f. Move the travel select lever to (F) FORWARD.
- g. Depress the throttle pedal fully. The unit should not move.
- a. Remove your foot from the throttle pedal.
- b. Move the travel select lever to (R) REVERSE.
- c. Depress the throttle pedal fully. The unit should not move.
- d. Remove your foot from the throttle pedal.
- e. Move the travel select lever to (N) NEUTRAL.
- a. Disengage the parking brake.
- b. Move the travel select lever to (F) FORWARD.
- c. Move the unit slowly in a forward direction (approximately 1 mph [1,6 kmh]).
- d. Engage the parking brake. The unit should stop abruptly.
- a. With the rated load of 6,000 lbs (2.721 Kg) on the forks, drive the vehicle forward up a 15% g...
- b. Stop the vehicle using the service brakes, apply the park brake, shift the transmission into N...
- c. Take your foot off the service brake pedal. The vehicle should not move.
- d. Apply the service brakes, shift the transmission into REVERSE (R), move the park brake switch ...
- e. Repeat “Test 3” by backing up the grade and checking the park brake holding performance.
- 1. Immediately remove the vehicle from service.
- 2. Block all four wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving.
- 3. Place the accident prevention tags on the ignition switch and the steering wheel (Figure 113).
- 4. Service the parking brake immediately or contact your local OmniQuip Authorized Service Center...
- Figure 113
- Four Wheel Steer Indexing Procedure
- 1. With the steering select switch (Figure 114, 1) in the Four Wheel Steer position (2), turn the...
- 2. While holding the steering wheel full left, toggle the steer select switch to the Front Wheel ...
- 3. Toggle the steer select switch back to Four Wheel Steer position (Figure 114, 2) and turn the ...
- 4. Toggle the steer select switch back to Front Wheel Steer position (Figure 114, 3) and steer th...
- 5. Toggle the switch to the Four Wheel Steer position (Figure 114, 2) and return to center.
- Figure 114
- Stabil-TRAK System Test
- Specifications
- Index
- Accident Prevention Tags