Hog Technologies PAINT HOG, Operation Manual

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Section 3 - Operation
3.2 Pre-Operation Inspection
The pre-operation Inspection in this section and
the Pre-Op Check List in Appendix 4 is provided
as a guideline. Additional items should be added
to the checklist as determined by company policy,
your operating environment, and other factors
unique to your situation.
The following instructions provide a general over-
view and introduction to the pre-operation inspec-
tion. The Pre-Op Checklist provides an itemized
checklist that should be used when performing a
pre-operation inspection.
Pre-start Inspection Check List:
1. Check tire condition and air pressure.
2. Check the fuel level and make sure you have
enough for the shift.
3. Check engine and all chassis fluid levels. Refer
to the truck operating manual for all recom-
mended pre-start procedures.
4. Check compressor engine oil and coolant level.
5.
Check compressed air reservoir oil level, fill
if necessary. Refer to air compressor oper-
ating manual for all recommended pre-start
procedures.
6. Check paint heater antifreeze level. Add
antifreeze if necessary. (The paint heater is
optional)
7. Check hydraulic fluid level. Add if necessary.
8. Inspect hydraulic cooler. Clean if necessary.
9. Turn on the truck master power switch.
10. Make sure all paint system circuit breakers
are on.
11. Fill the water tank with potable water.
12. Check paint level in tanks. Fill if necessary.
Refer to filling paint tanks.
13. Check bead level in tank. Fill if necessary.
Refer to filling the bead tank.
NOTICE:
IF YOU NEED TO FILL THE PAINT AND BEAD TANKS, FOLLOW
COMPRESSOR STARTUP AND TANK FILLING PROCEDURES
IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL.
14. Inspect all hoses and fittings for signs of leaks
or damage.
15. Secure fill hoses and all paint system equip -
ment for transport.
16. Secure Ladders in the stored position with
safety pins and close and lock tool box doors.
17. Swing the platform step onto the platform.
18. Visually inspect carriages and components for
damage.
19. Spray gun nozzles and shrouds installed & clean.
20. Hand spray gun and hose reel in good condition
and ready for operation.
21. Make sure carriages are up, retracted and locked.
22. Make sure all lubrication points on the carriage
gauge wheels are greased with the specified
lubricant.
23. Check all controls, switches and lights for proper
operation.
24. Make sure all spare parts and tools are onboard.
25.
Conduct a final walk around and visually check all
components. Look for obvious problems that may
have been overlooked. Start the truck engine
and allow it to warm up.
26. When ready, drive to the job site.