IMT TH36K164, Manual

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5 Check the hydraulic fluid level with all cylinders retracted. Fill if necessary.
6 Test the unit with a simulated job operation before proceeding to the job site.
SIDE SHIFT CYLINDER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
To remove the side shift cylinder:
1 Rotate the Tirehand so that the side shift cylinder is in a horizontal position.
2 Disconnect the hydraulic hoses from the cylinder port. Cap the hoses.
3 Remove the retaining rings and bushings from the rod end and base end of the cylinder.
Drive out the pins.
4 Disassemble and repair the cylinder.
To install the cylinder:
1 Line up the cylinder base-end pin boss with the holes in the base. Drive in the pin and install
the machinery bushing and retaining ring.
2 Connect the hydraulic hoses to the cylinder port.
3 Extend and retract the cylinder until the rod-end pin boss lines up with the holes in the sub-
base. Drive in the pin and install the machinery bushing and retaining ring.
4 Extend and retract the cylinder through five (5) complete cycles to purge air that may be
trapped in the system. Check for leaks.
5 Check the hydraulic reservoir fluid level with all cylinders retracted. Fill if necessary.
6 Conduct a simulated job operation before proceeding to the job site.
Replacement Parts
COUNTERBALANCE VALVES
Counterbalance valves are considered non-repairable and must be replaced if defective.
HYDRAULIC PUMP
The installer or manufacturer of the carrier vehicle must supply 15 GPM (56.8 lpm) of hydraulic
fluid at 2500-3000 PSI (172.4-206.8 bar).
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