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©2019 JBT LEKTRO, INC. All rights reserved.

October 2019

LEKTRO 88/89 SERIES - OPERATION MANUAL

Parking Brake:

 Hand-activated electric switch controlling spring-applied/hydraulic-released calipers mounted 

on each service brake disc.

Drive Tires:

 Single 28 x 15-15 solid-pneumatic traction tread. Siping, auto socks, and chains are optional.

Steer Tires:

 Single 23 x 10-12 solid-pneumatic traction tread mounted to a fully suspended steer axle.

Lighting:

 Forward and aft LED headlights. Four flashing amber LED running lights. Two cab-mounted amber 

strobe lights. Also includes LED brake lights and turn signals.

Operator Compartment:

 Dual premium-grade operator and passenger seats of molded polyurethane, 

including armrests. Features a fully suspended, adjustable setting for height, fore/aft, and weight. Seat belts 

and cab with heater, defroster, and windshield wipers are also included.

Camera and Monitors: 

Camera at aircraft capture area with color monitors at the “A” and “B” station are 

optional.

Construction: 

Welded steel plate and polymers preserved with primer and automotive high-gloss red or white 

enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent rust, scratches, and corrosion. Steel side rub rails 

and custom colors are optional.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Length:

  .................................................................................................................................247.5 in / 628.6 cm

Width:

  ...................................................................................................................................101.5 in / 257.8 cm

Height (at lowest steering tilt setting): 

................................................................................65.6 in / 166.6 cm

Turning Radius:

  .........................................................................................................................209 in / 531 cm

Wheelbase:

 ...........................................................................................................................115.1 in / 292.3 cm

Vehicle Speed (empty): 

.........................................................................................................17 MPH / 27 KPH

Vehicle Speed (loaded to max. vehicle capacity): 

..............................................................14 MPH / 22 KPH

Lift Cradle Capacity:

 ..................................................................................................25,300 LBS / 11476 KG**

Nose Gear Cradle Lifting Height: 

................................................................................................. 11 in / 28 cm

Ground Clearance:

  .......................................................................................................................5 in / 12.7 cm

Shipping Weight (w/o batteries & charger):

 ................................................................ 12,000 LBS / 5443 KG

Shipping Weight (w/ motive batteries & charger): 

...................................................... 21,300 LBS / 9662 KG

Shipping Weight (w/o motive & GPU batteries & charger): 

....................................... 21,700 LBS / 9843 KG

Additional Options:

 Draw bar pin, specialized aircraft towing adapters, and custom high-lift adapters (consult 

LEKTRO)

**Lift capacity is calculated using a 30 in / 76 cm diameter aircraft tire in the lift cradle, with the aircraft tire center 

line at 26 in / 66 cm from the drive tire center line.

AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ - (415)786-2081 - [email protected]

Summary of Contents for LEKTRO 88 Series

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Page 3: ...ts reserved October 2019 iii LIST OF REVISIONS Change Date Edition Revision List of Effective Pages Change Description October 2019 1 00 ALL Initial JBT release AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786 2...

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Page 5: ...CHAPTER 2 88 SPECIFICATIONS 2 1 2 1 88 SERIES MODELS 2 2 2 2 8800SDA 2 3 2 2 1 FEATURES 2 3 2 2 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2 4 2 2 3 LAYOUT 2 5 2 3 8800SDA EZ 2 6 2 3 1 FEATURES 2 6 2 3 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2 7 2...

Page 6: ...3 9 3 4 2 SPECIFICATIONS 3 10 3 4 3 LAYOUT 3 11 3 5 8950SDB AL 200 3 12 3 5 1 FEATURES 3 12 3 5 2 SPECIFICATIONS 3 13 3 5 3 LAYOUT 3 14 3 6 8950SDB AL 250 3 15 3 6 1 FEATURES 3 15 3 6 2 SPECIFICATIONS...

Page 7: ...10 1 LONG REACH ADAPTER 4 23 4 4 10 2 HIGH LIFT ADAPTER 4 24 4 5 FORWARD COMPARTMENT 4 25 4 6 REAR COMPARTMENT 4 27 4 7 TRACTOR POWER DC CONNECTOR 4 28 4 8 SIDE GPU COMPARTMENTS 4 29 4 9 PARKING EMER...

Page 8: ...CHARGING WARNINGS 5 17 5 7 3 MOTIVE BATTERIES 5 18 5 7 3 1 MOTIVE BATTERY CHARGER 5 18 5 7 3 2 CHARGING THE MOTIVE POWER BATTERIES 5 19 5 7 3 3 EQUALIZING THE MOTIVE BATTERIES 5 20 5 7 4 OPTIONAL GPU...

Page 9: ...LIMITED WARRANTY B 2 B 2 RECEIVING SETUP AND RUN IN B 3 B 2 1 RECEIVING CHECK B 3 B 2 2 POST DELIVERY INSTALLATION B 3 B 2 3 BATTERIES B 4 B 2 4 CHARGER INSTALLATION B 4 B 2 5 TRACTOR RUN IN B 4 B 2 6...

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Page 11: ...AGE INCLUDING DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE CAUTION CAUTION A CAUTION INDICATES A PROCEDURE THAT MUST BE FOLLOWED OR A CONDITION THAT MUST BE OBSERVED FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE CAUTION MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE T...

Page 12: ...DRIVE THE VEHICLE FASTER THAN THE MAXIMUM SAFE DESIGN SPEED 4 9 CAUTION CAUTION DO NOT APPLY THE BRAKES WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING UNLESS YOU NEED TO MAKE AN EMERGENCY STOP 4 11 CAUTION CAUTION MANY...

Page 13: ...ION OF THE SERVICE MANUAL 5 10 CAUTION CAUTION TOWING THE TRACTOR AT SPEEDS EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM SAFE TOWING SPEED FOR THAT SPECIFIC MODEL OF TRACTOR WILL DAMAGE THE DRIVE MOTOR 5 10 CAUTION CAUTION...

Page 14: ...ER 5 14 WARNING ALWAYS REMAIN CLEAR OF THE AIRCRAFT ENGINE OPERATING AND POTENTIAL MOVEMENT AREA DURING AND AFTER THE START SEQUENCE 5 14 DANGER NEVER APPROACH THE AIRCRAFT AFTER ENGINE START UNTIL TH...

Page 15: ...S MAXIMUM SAFE DESIGN SPEED AS THIS MAY DAMAGE OR DESTROY THE DRIVE MOTOR 6 6 CAUTION CAUTION DO NOT USE PLUG BRAKING WHILE TOWING AN AIRCRAFT EXCEPT IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 6 8 WARNING ALL PERSONNEL RES...

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Page 17: ...APTER 1 INTRODUCTION This chapter introduces JBT LEKTRO Inc and this Operation Manual and provides safety information WELCOME 2 ABOUT THIS MANUAL 3 GENERAL SAFETY 5 CONTACTING JBT LEKTRO INC 7 AUTHORE...

Page 18: ...1945 and that commitment continues following our acquisition by JBT We welcome and encourage your questions comments and suggestions about our current and future products and services Please feel free...

Page 19: ...formatting conventions to present information of special importance Lists of items points to consider or procedures that do not need to be performed in a specific order appear in bullet format Item 1...

Page 20: ...ve a LEKTRO 88 89 Series tractor including startup and shut down procedures and moving the vehicle See DRIVING on page 6 1 APPENDIX A OPERATOR PRE USE SAFETY CHECKLIST Contains a pre formatted Operato...

Page 21: ...e following Operating personnel are formally trained and qualified to operate the tractor The tractor is maintained and serviced only by qualified and authorized personnel as prescribed in both this m...

Page 22: ...pletely stopped and properly secured Always turn the Motive Power Switch to the OFF position before leaving the tractor unattended Always leave the corresponding battery compartment deck cover s open...

Page 23: ...ve a support question We are here to help You may contact JBT LEKTRO Inc via any of the following methods Mailing Address 1190 SE Flightline Drive Warrenton Oregon 97146 9692 Phone 1 800 535 8767 U S...

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Page 25: ...PECIFICATIONS This chapter provides the specifications for the following selected LEKTRO 88 Series tractors 88 SERIES MODELS 2 8800SDA 3 8800SDA EZ 6 8850SDA EZ 9 8850SDA 12 8850SDA AL 100 15 8850SDA...

Page 26: ...DA M on page 2 18 Note The images in this section may show some optional equipment Note JBT LEKTRO Inc reserves the right to change these specification at any time without notice or obligation Note LE...

Page 27: ...ual and single wheel aircraft Hold down adapter for light nose aircraft aircraft selection system and patented torque adapter are optional Winch Hydraulic winch with automatic safety cut off Winch and...

Page 28: ...r and automotive high gloss red or white enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent rust scratches and corrosion Steel side rub rails and custom colors are optional 2 2 2 SPECIFICATI...

Page 29: ...ights reserved October 2019 2 5 CHAPTER 2 AP88 SPECIFICATIONS 2 2 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8800SDA tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786 208...

Page 30: ...ling dual and single wheel aircraft Hold down adapter for light nose aircraft aircraft selection system and patented torque adapter are optional Winch Hydraulic winch with automatic safety cut off Win...

Page 31: ...ss red or white enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent rust scratches and corrosion Steel side rub rails and custom colors are optional 2 3 2 SPECIFICATIONS Length 208 2 in 528 9...

Page 32: ...hts reserved October 2019 LEKTRO 88 89 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL 2 3 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8800SDA EZ tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786...

Page 33: ...ar Lift Cradle Patented lift cradle activated by a hydraulic pump assembly capable of handling dual and single wheel aircraft Hold down adapter for light nose aircraft aircraft selection system and pa...

Page 34: ...tion Welded steel plate and polymers preserved with primer and automotive high gloss red or white enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent rust scratches and corrosion Steel side r...

Page 35: ...hts reserved October 2019 2 11 CHAPTER 2 AP88 SPECIFICATIONS 2 4 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8850SDA EZ tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786 2...

Page 36: ...r Lift Cradle Patented lift cradle activated by a hydraulic pump assembly capable of handling dual and single wheel aircraft Hold down adapter for light nose aircraft aircraft selection system and pat...

Page 37: ...ymers preserved with primer and automotive high gloss red or white enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent rust scratches and corrosion Steel side rub rails and custom colors are...

Page 38: ...ights reserved October 2019 LEKTRO 88 89 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL 2 5 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8850SDA tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786...

Page 39: ...Gear Lift Cradle Patented lift cradle activated by a hydraulic pump assembly capable of handling dual and single wheel aircraft Hold down adapter for light nose aircraft aircraft selection system and...

Page 40: ...reserved with primer and automotive high gloss red or white enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent rust scratches and corrosion Steel side rub rails and custom colors are optiona...

Page 41: ...s reserved October 2019 2 17 CHAPTER 2 AP88 SPECIFICATIONS 2 6 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8850SDA AL 100 tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786...

Page 42: ...e Patented lift cradle activated by a hydraulic pump assembly capable of handling dual and single wheel aircraft Hold down adapter for light nose aircraft aircraft selection system and patented torque...

Page 43: ...lyurethane coating to prevent rust scratches and corrosion Steel side rub rails and custom colors are optional Aircraft Towing Vehicle Transport Six D rings and rear drawbar hitch for transport tie do...

Page 44: ...ghts reserved October 2019 LEKTRO 88 89 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL 2 7 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8850SDA M tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786...

Page 45: ...CATIONS This chapter provides the specifications for the following selected LEKTRO 88 Series tractors 89 SERIES MODELS 2 8900SDB 3 8950SDB 6 8925SDB AL HS 200 9 8950SDB AL 200 12 8950SDB AL 250 15 895...

Page 46: ...8950SDB M on page 3 18 Note The images in this section may show some optional equipment Note JBT LEKTRO Inc reserves the right to change these specification at any time without notice or obligation N...

Page 47: ...120 AMP DC 208 480 VAC 60 Hz 3 PH charger 50 Hz is optional Nose Gear Lift Cradle Patented lift cradle activated by a hydraulic pump assembly capable of handling dual and single wheel aircraft Aircraf...

Page 48: ...the A and B station are optional Construction Welded steel plate and polymers preserved with primer and automotive high gloss red or white enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent...

Page 49: ...ights reserved October 2019 3 5 CHAPTER 3 AP89 SPECIFICATIONS 3 2 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8900SDB tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786 208...

Page 50: ...optional Nose Gear Lift Cradle Patented lift cradle activated by a hydraulic pump assembly capable of handling dual and single wheel aircraft Aircraft selection system and patented torque adapter are...

Page 51: ...olymers preserved with primer and automotive high gloss red or white enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent rust scratches and corrosion Steel side rub rails and custom colors ar...

Page 52: ...ights reserved October 2019 LEKTRO 88 89 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL 3 3 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8950SDB tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786...

Page 53: ...30 AMP DC 208 480 VAC 60 Hz 3 PH charger 50 Hz is optional Nose Gear Lift Cradle Patented lift cradle activated by a hydraulic pump assembly capable of handling dual and single wheel aircraft Aircraft...

Page 54: ...struction Welded steel plate and polymers preserved with primer and automotive high gloss red or white enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent rust scratches and corrosion Steel s...

Page 55: ...reserved October 2019 3 11 CHAPTER 3 AP89 SPECIFICATIONS 3 4 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8925SDB AL HS 200 tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 78...

Page 56: ...is optional Nose Gear Lift Cradle Patented lift cradle activated by a hydraulic pump assembly capable of handling dual and single wheel aircraft Aircraft selection system and patented torque adapter...

Page 57: ...s preserved with primer and automotive high gloss red or white enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent rust scratches and corrosion Steel side rub rails and custom colors are opti...

Page 58: ...ts reserved October 2019 LEKTRO 88 89 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL 3 5 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8950SDB AL 200 tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415...

Page 59: ...480 VAC 60 Hz 3 PH charger 50 Hz is optional Nose Gear Lift Cradle Patented lift cradle activated by a hydraulic pump assembly capable of handling dual and single wheel aircraft Aircraft selection sy...

Page 60: ...ation are optional Construction Welded steel plate and polymers preserved with primer and automotive high gloss red or white enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent rust scratches...

Page 61: ...s reserved October 2019 3 17 CHAPTER 3 AP89 SPECIFICATIONS 3 6 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8950SDB AL 250 tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786...

Page 62: ...DC 208 480 VAC 60 Hz 3 PH charger 135 AMP and or 50 Hz are optional Nose Gear Lift Cradle Patented lift cradle activated by a hydraulic pump assembly capable of handling dual and single wheel aircraf...

Page 63: ...or white enamel paint with protective polyurethane coating to prevent rust scratches and corrosion Steel side rub rails and custom colors are optional Transport Six D rings and rear draw bar hitch fo...

Page 64: ...ghts reserved October 2019 LEKTRO 88 89 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL 3 7 3 LAYOUT This image displays the top right side front and back of the LEKTRO 8950SDB M tractor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786...

Page 65: ...components and controls ORIENTATION 2 GENERAL LAYOUT 3 OPERATOR COMPARTMENT 5 CRADLE WINCH ASSEMBLY 13 FORWARD COMPARTMENT 25 REAR COMPARTMENT 27 TRACTOR POWER DC CONNECTOR 28 SIDE GPU COMPARTMENTS 2...

Page 66: ...s at the REAR of the tractor 2 The LEFT or A side of the tractor is on the left as seen from the rear of the tractor 3 The RIGHT or B side of the tractor is on the right as seen from the rear of the t...

Page 67: ...s See FORWARD COMPARTMENT on page 4 25 Battery Deck Cover 2 Covers the Rear Compartment which contains the Motive Batteries that power the Drive Motor and other vehicle components See REAR COMPARTMENT...

Page 68: ...urn Signal Brake Lights 11 optional If equipped used to alert nearby personnel when the vehicle is about to turn or when the brakes are being applied Cradle 12 Holds the aircraft wheel Hydraulic Front...

Page 69: ...rear of the vehicle Control Console 3 Your vehicle is equipped with one or two Control Console Assemblies See CONTROL CONSOLE on page 4 7 Center Console 4 See CENTER CONSOLE on page 4 11 Service Brake...

Page 70: ...ame manner as an automotive seat belt If the seat belt uses a manual recoil spool pull the release lever on the belt storage spool to lock the belt length Press this lever to retract the belt when unf...

Page 71: ...Release Lever 2 Allows you to raise or lower the Control Console for ease of access or operator comfort An adjustable knob at the end of the lever allows you to adjust the locking mechanism tightness...

Page 72: ...left instrument panel faces the operator This panel includes the following controls Cradle Raise Lower Switch 1 if equipped This spring loaded three position toggle switch raises or lowers the Cradle...

Page 73: ...equipped indicates the battery charge status Do not use this gauge when the tractor is being charged as it will read a full charge EVT1000 Drive Controller Dash Display 5 B station is optional If equ...

Page 74: ...s switch a If equipped with a key switch insert the key with the teeth facing downward b Turn the lever or key clockwise to turn power ON c Turn the lever or key counterclockwise to turn power OFF Rea...

Page 75: ...es or releases the brakes Pulling the knob out applies the brakes and turns the Brake Pressure Warning Light ON Pushing the knob in releases the brakes and turns the Brake Pressure Warning Light OFF C...

Page 76: ...ons this switch selects the operator station that will control the vehicle Moving the switch left selects Station A Moving the switch right selects Station B 12 V Power Outlet optional not shown Stand...

Page 77: ...orque sensing load cell This area includes the following components Cradle 1 Carries the aircraft nose gear during towing operations The front portion of the Cradle lowers to capture the aircraft and...

Page 78: ...NDARD CRADLE on page 4 19 The tractor may optionally be fitted with a Hydraulic Front Gate not shown See HYDRAULIC FRONT GATE OPTIONAL on page 4 20 Cradle Adapter Post 4 Allows attaching a variety of...

Page 79: ...angar floors AR steel Wear Plate is standard for operations that do not require protecting hangar floors and that have high wear exposure such as airline ramp operations Hydraulic Front Gate optional...

Page 80: ...llowing components Side Gate Anchors 1 Secure the Side Gates in position when inserted into the Side Gate Anchor Hole 2 Side Gate Anchor Holes 2 Secure the Side Gate Anchors to lock the Side Gates Sid...

Page 81: ...DLE on page 4 18 Fixed See FIXED EXTENDED REAR GATE on page 4 18 4 4 4 1 SMALL REMOVABLE EXTENDED REAR GATE STANDARD CRADLE The small removable Extended Rear Gate can be installed and removed as neede...

Page 82: ...components Fill Plate 1 Insert this plate when towing an aircraft with a single wheel Remove this plate when towing an aircraft with dual wheels Pocket 2 Secures the Fill Plate into position Slots 3 F...

Page 83: ...er aircraft type nose landing gear with protruding torque links trailing arm knuckles or other between tire fittings that are less than 11 28cm wide This gate keeps the protrusion clear of the back wa...

Page 84: ...cting the Side Gates when turning while towing with a Pintle Hook The Hydraulic Front Gate can be controlled using the controls mounted at either or both of the following locations FENDER MOUNTED CONT...

Page 85: ...ing and lowering the Hydraulic Front Gate See FENDER MOUNTED CONTROLS on page 4 22 Winch Strap Hook 3 Secures the D Rings on the Strut Strap to the Winch Strap Strut Strap 4 Wraps around the aircraft...

Page 86: ...craft oleo strut will not be damaged The Strut Strap is equipped with a replaceable Protective Sleeve that protects sensitive areas on the aircraft wheel strut See the Aircraft Towing Procedures Manua...

Page 87: ...REACH ADAPTER on page 4 23 High Lift See HIGH LIFT ADAPTER on page 4 24 4 4 10 1 LONG REACH ADAPTER The aluminum Long Reach Adapter mounts to the Cradle It is intended for use in the following towing...

Page 88: ...accommodate the aircraft s dual nose wheel tire tracks and the required NLG Door clearance on capture and release It is available in either 24 61 cm or 27 68 6 cm widths and may be configured to tow s...

Page 89: ...ive Controller assembly controlled by the Accelerator Pedal Drive Motor 4 A heavy duty 80 or 120 VDC electric traction motor provides the motive power for the tractor Differential 5 hidden Heavy duty...

Page 90: ...otor provides hydraulic power to the Cradle Lift Cylinders power steering system and the Winch Motor Aircraft Protection System PLC 7 if equipped Contains the logic circuits for the optional Aircraft...

Page 91: ...see the following 88 Series 8800SDA on page 2 3 8800SDA EZ on page 2 6 8850SDA EZ on page 2 9 8850SDA on page 2 12 8850SDA AL 100 on page 2 15 8850SDA M on page 2 18 89 Series 8900SDB on page 3 3 8950...

Page 92: ...8 89 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL 4 7 TRACTOR POWER DC CONNECTOR A tractor Power DC Connector is provided for recharging the batteries This connector will vary depending on tractor battery configuration AU...

Page 93: ...tments are used to store wheel chocks aircraft adapters strut straps and other accessories If your LEKTRO 88 89 Series tractor includes the GPU option then it will also be equipped with a GPU Compartm...

Page 94: ...operations the brakes are intentionally engaged by pulling the Parking Brake Knob located on the Center Console see CENTER CONSOLE on page 4 11 up to the APPLIED position Automatic operation The brake...

Page 95: ...grammable Logic Controller Interprets the Load Pin and load cell readings specified recognition level and other parameters to limit tractor acceleration deceleration and Winch force as needed to preve...

Page 96: ...Caution Light 4 This light illuminates and an alarm sounds when the towing operation exceeds the configured maximum safe torque for the aircraft being towed The alarm stops sounding and the light turn...

Page 97: ...est Instrument Panel Winch and or Cradle switches 4 if equipped See INSTRUMENT PANEL LEFT on page 4 8 Green Zero Light 5 This light illuminates when the Aircraft Protection System is not enabled In th...

Page 98: ...gear weight which will range from 1 lightest to either 4 or 5 heaviest Note If the tractor is used to tow ATR aircraft such as the ATR 72 then one of the level buttons will read ATR This level must be...

Page 99: ...8 VDC Outlet 3 Provides 28 volts of power GPU Battery Power Gauge 4 Displays the current charge level of the GPU Batteries GPU Extension Cable not shown Connects the appropriate VDC outlet to the appr...

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Page 101: ...form the following basic operations on the tractor PRE USE SAFETY CHECKS 2 ACCESSING COMPARTMENTS 3 USING THE PARKING BRAKE 4 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 6 USING THE OPTIONAL AIRCRAFT PROTECTION SYSTEM 11 US...

Page 102: ...e from a user viewpoint and that all safety related defects are attended to on an appropriately prioritized and controlled basis The Operator Pre Use Safety Checklist form provides the pre use safety...

Page 103: ...s 5 2 1 OPENING A COMPARTMENT To open a compartment 1 Release the deck latches and then lift up 2 Lift the deck cover to its full open position 5 2 2 CLOSING A COMPARTMENT To close and lock the deck c...

Page 104: ...e Warning Light will illuminate When securing from operation You will pull the Parking Brake Knob out and push the Main Power Disconnect Switch down to the OFF position The red Brake Pressure Warning...

Page 105: ...r 2019 5 5 CHAPTER 5 BASIC OPERATIONS 6 You may now Switch the Direction Selector to FORWARD or REVERSE and begin driving See DRIVING on page 6 1 Operate the Cradle or Winch Motor AUTHORED BY ANTHONY...

Page 106: ...ke using one of the following methods as appropriate for your tractor HYDRAULIC MANIFOLD IF EQUIPPED on page 5 6 JAM NUT AND BOLT on page 5 7 DANGER NEVER OPERATE OR DRIVE THE TRACTOR WHEN THE BRAKES...

Page 107: ...M NUT AND BOLT If your tractor is not equipped with a Hydraulic Manifold then you will need to release the brakes manually by releasing a Jam Nut and Bolt on each of the two brakes To do this 1 Chock...

Page 108: ...ed in ACCESSING COMPARTMENTS on page 5 3 2 Locate the Hydraulic Manifold 1 and Emergency Cradle Lower Knob 2 See FORWARD COMPARTMENT on page 4 25 3 Pull the Emergency Cradle Lower Knob to release hydr...

Page 109: ...ng the aircraft Note Consider placing a soft clean lint free cloth between the Winch Hook and the D rings and the aircraft strut to prevent damage Alternatively consider having a helper manage the Win...

Page 110: ...he Cradle as described in EMERGENCY CRADLE LOWER on page 5 8 If an aircraft is on the Cradle Release the aircraft as described in EMERGENCY AIRCRAFT RELEASE on page 5 9 4 Tow the tractor using either...

Page 111: ...d an alarm should sound momentarily If the tractor is equipped with a multi level Aircraft Protection System then the green Zero Load Light yellow Torque Caution Light and red Torque Warning Light sho...

Page 112: ...ing The system has lost communications with both of the Load Pins mounted near the Lift Cylinders You may continue using the tractor however all limits on acceleration braking Winch force and Cradle h...

Page 113: ...T on page 5 3 2 Insert the PLC Key into the Key Switch on the PLC if not already present 3 Turn the Key clockwise until it stops 4 Return the Key to its original position by turning it counterclockwis...

Page 114: ...IRECTLY IN THE TAXI PATH FORWARD OF A JET ENGINE INTAKE OR SPINNING PROPELLER When positioning equipment and personnel 1 Chock the aircraft to prevent movement as follows Aircraft with nose mounted pr...

Page 115: ...C Outlet 12 24 or 28 VDC 6 Connect the GPU Extension Cable to the selected VDC Outlet 7 Verify that you have selected the correct voltage for the specific aircraft you are starting DANGER SELECTING TH...

Page 116: ...emaining cycle life For example discharging a battery below 20 and then recharging that battery counts as far more than one cycle In general a deeper discharge requires more equivalent cycles to recha...

Page 117: ...N THERMAL OR CHEMICAL BURNS AND OR OTHER INURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE Water conducts electricity Always charge batteries in a designated indoor or protected outdoor area away from rain snow and condensin...

Page 118: ...nc supplies a Motive Battery Charger that is compatible with the Motive Batteries in LEKTRO 88 89 Series tractors The Motive Battery Charger includes the following indicators and controls Settings but...

Page 119: ...oming AC power supply 6 Check the Volt Ampere Display to verify that the charger is supplying power to the tractor A battery discharged to 20 remaining power should show a maximum ampere draw A batter...

Page 120: ...ds performing an equalizing charge every month To do this 1 Wait until the Motive Batteries are fully charged and the Motive Battery Charger has sequenced through the finishing automatic ON OFF cycles...

Page 121: ...e following indicators and controls Volt Ampere Display 1 Indicates the amount of battery voltage or current being drawn by the charger Higher amperage readings indicate a more discharged battery Volt...

Page 122: ...k the Volt Ampere Display to verify that the charger is supplying power to the tractor A battery discharged to 20 remaining power should show a maximum ampere draw A battery nearly fully charged shoul...

Page 123: ...attery Charger from the incoming AC power supply 3 Reconnect the GPU Battery Charger to the incoming AC power supply This force restarts the charger which will run for at least its 45 minute auto time...

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Page 125: ...CHAPTER 6 DRIVING This chapter describes driving the tractor which encompasses the following topics BEFORE DRIVING 2 DRIVING THE TRACTOR 4 EXITING THE TRACTOR 7 BRAKING 8 TRACTOR SHUTDOWN 10 AUTHORED...

Page 126: ...e tractor at the beginning of each shift or operational period 1 Perform a Pre Use Safety Inspection and complete an Operator Pre Use Safety Checklist Fform as described in OPERATOR PRE USE SAFETY CHE...

Page 127: ...ht and red Torque Warning Light should flash and an alarm should sound momentarily If the tractor is equipped with a multi level Aircraft Recognition System then the green Zero Load Light yellow Torqu...

Page 128: ...ty based on the time of day weather conditions and airport policy In general running and parking lights draw little power and may be left on when driving or when parked in a congested area Headlights...

Page 129: ...ind the Steering Wheel 10 Stop the vehicle by pressing the Brake Pedal While driving The following chart lists the Maximum Safe Design Speed for select models in the LEKTRO 88 89 Series of tractors TR...

Page 130: ...g control even when turning the steering wheel rapidly through multiple revolutions When driving FORWARD To turn the tractor to the right relative to the direction of travel rotate the Steering Wheel...

Page 131: ...complete stop 2 Pull the Parking Brake Knob up to engage the Parking Brake and then verify that the red Brake Pressure Warning Light is ON 3 Turn the Motive Power Switch counterclockwise to turn it O...

Page 132: ...ection Selector to the direction opposite the current direction of travel Apply pressure to the Accelerator Pedal to stop the vehicle If you keep pressing the Accelerator Pedal after the vehicle stops...

Page 133: ...e Brake Pedal fails and a collision is imminent 1 Pull the Parking Brake Knob up to engage the Brake and stop the tractor 2 If Step 1 fails use plug braking to stop the tractor as described in PLUG BR...

Page 134: ...apply the brakes 3 Move the Direction Selector to the NEUTRAL position 4 Pull the Parking Brake Knob up to engage the Parking Brake 5 Ensure that the Cradle is lowered 6 Turn the Motive Power Switch c...

Page 135: ...USE SAFETY CHECKLIST This chapter contains a pre formatted Operator Pre Use Safety Checklist form that can be copied and used when performing the tractor safety inspection described in BASIC OPERATION...

Page 136: ...for repair within 24 hrs or as soon as practicable Priority not applicable for this item ITEM SVBLE WITHDRAWAL REMARKS P1 P2 1 POWER DISCONNECT BUTTON S 2 STEERING 3 ACCELERATOR PEDAL 4 BRAKE PEDAL 5...

Page 137: ...inch Control Switch set to OUT will intentionally still function with the Winch Limit Switch activated If performing a live pushback or tow complete the aircraft capture task using manual adjustment o...

Page 138: ...A 4 2019 JBT LEKTRO INC All rights reserved October 2019 LEKTRO 88 89 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL This page intentionally left blank AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ 415 786 2081 anthony94122 outlook com...

Page 139: ...APPENDIX B RECEIVING This chapter contains the JBT LEKTRO Inc Gold Seal Limited Warranty and describes the procedure for receiving setting up and running in a new LEKTRO 88 89 Series tractor AUTHORED...

Page 140: ...ollect In the event that any technician from JBT LEKTRO Inc is required to travel to the owner s place of business or elsewhere to perform service or repair under this limited warranty the owner will...

Page 141: ...shipping 3 Verify that all attachments adapter and charger items detailed in the LEKTRO Component Location For Shipping Confirmation list are on hand and checked off before signing 4 Check the packing...

Page 142: ...VE CHARGING CYCLES MAY REDUCE BATTERY CAPACITY AND OR BATTERY LIFE B 2 4 CHARGER INSTALLATION Refer to one or both of the following resources for detailed charger installation instructions Batteries s...

Page 143: ...in the Service Manual that is tailored to your operations with a focus on having spare Strut Straps and a Winch Strap Winch Hook assembly on hand for either Unscheduled replacement The mandatory thre...

Page 144: ...UAL JBT LEKTRO INC 1190 SE Flightline Drive Warrenton Oregon 97146 9692 U S A phone 503 861 2288 fax 503 861 2283 www lektro com Version 1 00 October 2019 PREVIOUS VERSIONS OBSOLETE AUTHORED BY ANTHON...

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