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Maintenance

KALMAR TRUCK PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE FORM 

ELECTRONIC ENGINES (Except QSB-155) – RDS TRANSMISSION WITH NON-SYNTHETIC LUBE 

TRUCK NUMBER 

LOCATION 

TECHNICIAN 

HOURS

DATE

EACH OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS SHOULD BE CHECKED AND THE CORRESPONDING BOX MARKED WITH THE APPROPRIATE NOTATION.  

                                               

 = SATISFACTORY               

 = ADJUSTMENT NECESSARY               

 = REPAIRS NEEDED. 

“A” INSPECTIONS SHOULD BE PERFORMED AT 250 HOUR INTERVALS, “B” INSPECTIONS AT 500 HOUR INTERVALS, “C” INSPECTIONS AT 1000 HOUR 

INTERVALS, AND “D” INSPECTIONS AT 2000 HOUR INTERVALS. 

OPERATION 

A B C D

OPERATION 

A B C D

CAB – INTERIOR 

UNDER VEHICLE 

CHECK OPERATION OF NEUTRAL START 

CHECK STEERING GEAR 

CHECK OPERATION OF ALL GAUGES 

CHECK BRAKE LININGS AND DRUMS 

CHECK LOW AIR BUZZER AND LIGHT 

CHECK SPRINGS 

CHECK WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION 

CHECK SHOCK ABSORBERS (IF APP.) 

CHECK WINDSHIELD WASHER OPERATION (IF APP.) 

TORQUE FRONT AXLE MOUNTING BOLTS 

CHECK ACCELERATOR FOR FREE OPERATION 

TORQUE KING PIN DRAW KEY NUT(S) 

CHECK HORN(S) OPERATION 

CHECK POWER STEERING PUMP 

CHECK AIR SYSTEM FOR MAXIMUM 120 PSI 

CHECK HYDRAULIC PUMP 

CHECK AIR SYSTEM FOR LEAK DOWN 

CHECK STARTER MOUNTING AND CONNECTIONS 

CHECK OPERATION OF BACK UP ALARM 

CHECK ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION FOR LEAKS 

CHECK OPERATION OF SHIFT LOCK OUT 

CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER 

CHECK HVAC SYSTEM 

CHANGE TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL FILTER 

     BLOWER MOTOR OPERATION 

CHANGE TRANSMISSION FLUID 

     TEMPERATURE CONTROL 

CHECK ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION MOUNTS 

     AUXILIARY FAN(S) (IF APP.) 

CHECK WHEEL SEALS FOR LEAKS 

     A/C OPERATION (IF APP.) 

CLEAN REAR AXLE BREATHER 

     DEFROSTER OPERATION 

CHECK DIFFERENTIAL FOR LEAKS 

CHECK OPERATION OF PTO CONTROL (IF APP.) 

CHECK DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEVEL 

CHECK 5

TH

 WHEEL UNLATCH CONTROL 

CHANGE DIFFERENTIAL OIL 

CHECK OPERATION OF BOOM 

CHECK LIFT CYLINDERS FOR LEAKS 

CHECK FIRE EXTINGUISHER CHARGE (IF APP.) 

CHECK OTTO-RIDE RUBBER ISOLATOR (IF APP.) 

CHECK SEAT BELT OPERATION 

TORQUE REAR AXLE MOUNTING BOLTS 

CHECK SIDE DOOR LATCH OPERATION 

CHASSIS 

CHECK REAR DOOR LATCH OPERATION 

CHECK FRONT AXLE OIL LEVEL (IF APP.) 

CHECK DOME LIGHT OPERATION 

REPACK FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS (IF APP.) 

CHECK ALL GLASS AND MIRRORS 

CHECK BATTERY CABLES & HOLDDOWNS 

CHECK OPERATION OF WINDOWS 

CHECK BATTERIES FOR CRACKS OR ACID DAMAGE 

CAB DOWN – EXTERIOR 

CLEAN BATTERY CABLE CONNECTIONS 

CHECK CAB ACCESS STEPS AND HANDLES 

CHECK BATTERY BOX COVER HOLDDOWNS 

CLEAN HEATER / AC FILTER (IF APP.) 

DRAIN WATER FROM AIR TANKS 

CHECK REAR DOOR ROLLER / SLIDE ADJUSTMENT 

CHECK AND TORQUE ALL WHEEL NUTS 

CHECK GLADHAND SEALS AND TRAILER AIR LINES 

CHECK WHEELS 

CHECK TRAILER LIGHT CORD 

CHECK TIRE AIR PRESSURE, TREAD DEPTH & CONDITION 

CHECK HEADLIGHTS / MARKER LIGHTS 

CHECK REAR AXLE PLANETARY FLUID LEVEL (IF APP.) 

CHECK TURN SIGNALS 

INSPECT CATWALK 

CHECK STROBE LIGHT (IF APP.) 

CHECK FRAME FOR CRACKS 

CHECK SPOTLIGHTS 

CHECK MUD FLAPS / FENDERS (IF APP.) 

CHECK WIPER BLADES 

CHANGE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FILTER 

CHECK WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID LEVEL 

CHECK HYDRAULIC FLUID LEVEL 

CAB UP

CHANGE HYDRAULIC FLUID 

CHECK OPERATION OF CAB TILT PUMP 

CLEAN HYDRAULIC TANK VENT 

CHECK CAB SAFETY PROP 

LUBRICATION

CHECK CAB SUSPENSION AND LATCH 

CHECK / LUBRICATE  SIDE DOOR HINGES 

CHECK INTAKE DUCTING FOR LEAKS 

CHECK / LUBRICATE REAR DOOR ROLLERS

CHECK RADIATOR FOR LEAKS 

CHECK / LUBRICATE CAB HINGE PINS 

CHECK RADIATOR MOUNTS 

CHECK / LUBRICATE HOOD HINGE

CHECK COOLANT LEVEL AND CONCENTRATION 

CHECK / LUBRICATE STEERING SLIP JOINT 

CHECK AND ADJUST COOLANT ADDITIVE  (IF APP.) 

CHECK / LUBRICATE STEERING U-JOINTS 

CHANGE ENGINE COOLANT 

CHECK / LUBRICATE KING PINS AND TIE ROD ENDS 

CHECK COOLANT HOSES AND CLAMPS 

CHECK / LUBRICATE DRAG LINK 

CHECK FAN CLUTCH FOR OPERATION (IF APP.) 

CHECK / LUBRICATE SLACK ADJUSTERS 

CHECK ENGINE COOLING FAN FOR CRACKS 

CHECK / LUBRICATE SPRING PINS AND BUSHINGS 

CHECK ENGINE BELT(S) AND TENSIONER 

CHECK / LUBRICATE DRIVELINE U-JOINTS 

CHANGE ENGINE COOLANT FILTER (IF APP.) 

CHECK AND LUBE LOWER BOOM CYLINDER BEARING 

CHECK ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION FOR LEAKS 

CHECK AND LUBE OTTO-RIDE PIVOT POINTS (IF APP.) 

DRAIN FUEL WATER SEPARATOR 

ADD GREASE TO AUTOLUBE RESERVOIR (IF APP.) 

CHANGE FUEL FILTER / FUEL WATER SEPARATOR 

CLEAN, CHECK, ADJUST AND LUBE 5

TH

 WHEEL JAWS 

CHECK AIR RESTRICTION GAUGE (IF APP.) 

CHECK AND LUBRICATE 5

TH

 WHEEL TOP PLATE 

CHANGE AIR FILTER 

AS NEEDED 

CHECK AND LUBRICATE 5

TH

 WHEEL PIVOT PINS 

CHANGE AIR DRYER DESICCANT (IF APP.) 

AS NEEDED 

CHECK AND LUBRICATE BOOM PIVOT BEARINGS 

CHECK EXHAUST SYSTEM 

CHECK AND LUBE UPPER BOOM CYLINDER BEARING 

CHECK TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL 

CHECK AND LUBRICATE HYDRAULIC PUMP DRIVE 

CLEAN TRANSMISSION BREATHER 

TEST DRIVE 

TORQUE CAB TO DECK MOUNTING BOLTS 

DRIVE VEHICLE TO CHECK FOR OVERALL OPERATION 

Summary of Contents for Ottawa

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...e time of publication Contents of this manual are subject to change at publishers discretion DO NOT REMOVE THIS MANUAL FROM THE VEHICLE STUDY THIS MANUAL READ AND COMPLY WITH ALL WARNINGS IN THIS MANU...

Page 3: ...annot create a single manual that would cover every option available We have tried to cover all the information that would be included in a normally con gured truck For information on some major compo...

Page 4: ...FETY CHECKS AND PRECAUTIONS 5 Axle Front 6 Axle Rear 6 Brake System 6 Cab 6 Electrical 7 Exhaust System 7 Frame 7 Fuel System 7 Propeller Shaft 7 Steering 7 Suspension 7 Transmission 8 Wheels 8 ADDITI...

Page 5: ...portant information on the use of Warnings Cautions and Notes that are found throughout this manual This sec tion also contains important safety and service support information The second section Oper...

Page 6: ...following areas NOTE If the vehicle is used in a severe application such as a rail yard operation or in 24 hour operations a more frequent schedule may be required When parts or service are required...

Page 7: ...while operating the vehicle and after the engine is shut off A minimum air pressure of 70 PSI is required to operate this vehicle 4 Visually check hoses and pneumatic lines for damage and chaf ng 5 Ch...

Page 8: ...should operate smooth and with minimal effort Always replace damaged throttle compo nents with factory replacement parts PROPELLER SHAFT Check universal joints for wear If propel ler shaft vibrations...

Page 9: ...ration of this vehicle ADDITIONAL MANUALS AND SAFETY INFORMATION OTTO Shows and Tells booklet Do not forget to read your safety booklet that is provided with your Kalmar tractor This little manual is...

Page 10: ...er for proper operation ________ Check steering system for any binding Make sure steering effort is smooth and light ________ Check accelerator for proper operation Should operate smoothly and without...

Page 11: ...t the time of manufacture f the tractor frame has not been modi ed by welding on cutting into or drilling into the original structure The repair or replacement of defective parts or workmanship under...

Page 12: ...ice replacements The KALMAR warranty does not cover towing charges or rental replacements A Warranty Registration form is mailed for every tractor It is the obligation of the purchaser to complete and...

Page 13: ...ation 17 Control and Display Description 18 STARTING THE VEHICLE 22 Ignition Switches 22 Key Type Ignition 22 Push Button Starter 22 PARKING THE VEHICLE 23 AIR BRAKE SYSTEM 23 Low Air Pressure Indicat...

Page 14: ...Operation 31 Fifth Wheel Unlatch Control Valve 32 BASIC TRAILER SPOTTING STEPS 32 TOWING THE VEHICLE 34 Towing vehicle with front wheels suspended 34 Towing vehicle with rear wheels suspended 35 AXLES...

Page 15: ...Use extra care during bad weather especially when steps and handholds may be icy or wet INTRODUCTION The following section on OPERATION should be read carefully It covers im portant information that...

Page 16: ...he vehicle or to the decal located on the seat base Your local Kalmar dealer can assist with any questions Adjust the seat to the comfortable position for the operator to have full control of all cab...

Page 17: ...16 Operation...

Page 18: ...SIGNAL IND LT INDICATOR LIGHT HEATER FAN CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT TRANS TEMP IND LIGHT BRAKE AIR INDICATOR LT WIPER SWITCH GAUGE STANDARD AIR GAUGE 2nd AIR GAUGE TRACTOR PARK CONTROL GAUGE TRAILER PAR...

Page 19: ...ndshield Wiper Control 17 Windshield Washer 17 Air conditioner Switch 20 Air Pressure Gauge 21 Beacon Switch optional 17 Boom Control Lever 21 Coolant Temperature Gauge 19 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge 19...

Page 20: ...es the level of fuel in the fuel tank in 1 4 increments 4 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge Indicates the engine oil pressure in P S I 5 Coolant Temperature Gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coola...

Page 21: ...Tachometer Optional Indicates engine R P M 14 Speedometer Optional Indicates vehicle speed in M P H or K P H This gauge may also come with an odom eter feature built in 15 Heater Air Conditioner Duct...

Page 22: ...Lever C Emergency Flasher Switch The column mounted control on the Kalmar tractor has three functions It is located on the left hand side of the steer ing column Fig 1 1 Moving the lever Fig 1 B forw...

Page 23: ...e functions like the standard key type with OFF ACCESSORY and RUN positions The button engages the starter when the switch is in the RUN position only The two position switch has only the OFF and RUN...

Page 24: ...eadle valve or foot pedal in the cab Fig 1 page 24 CAUTION If the engine does not start within 30 seconds release the starter switch and wait 3 minutes to allow the starter motor to cool If after 3 re...

Page 25: ...ce brakes should not be rapidly pumped NOTE Air brakes do not respond like the brakes in a car and pumping them in an emergency stop is not advised Rapidly pumping the brakes is more likely to use up...

Page 26: ...ca tor light on the dash will illuminate While the engine is running the air compressor replenishes the brake system air supply This air supply provides the pressure necessary to operate the service b...

Page 27: ...inated PARKING BRAKE Otttawa tractors are equipped with spring brakes of parking The parking system is operated manually by a cab mounted parking brake control valve Fig 1 Also see page 21 Items 6 and...

Page 28: ...e nut 3 00 inches Type 2430 and 3030 Chambers 4 00 inches Type 3036 and 3636 Chambers parking brakes will apply automatically To release the spring brakes the air pressure must be returned to 70 P S I...

Page 29: ...ally increased Without the trailer service brakes working jack kni ng and loss of vehicle control is much more likely during heavy braking WARNING Always connect both trailer air lines when towing a t...

Page 30: ...repeat ed attempts to start the engine STARTING THE ENGINE See page 22 Starting the Vehicle WARNING Always set parking brake and place shifter in neutral before attempting to start en gine Failure to...

Page 31: ...ion are controlled by the ECM ENGINE SHUT DOWN Diesel engines generate large amounts of heat Internal engine parts on any diesel engine need to cool down before the en gine is shut off The operator sh...

Page 32: ...osition PARKING WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The Allison RDS series transmissions do not have a PARK position like an auto mobile transmission For information on how to properly park your Kalmar see...

Page 33: ...the right of the shifter See page 21 2 Line the tractor up to the front of the trailer by centering the fth wheel to the center line of the trailer Make sure that the tail of the fth wheel is BELOW th...

Page 34: ...the ground 13 Disconnect and STORE the air lines and electrical cable 14 DEPRESS and HOLD the fth wheel unlatch control valve as you slowly pull away from the trailer Once the fth wheel is completely...

Page 35: ...e wheels are properly blocked If the wheels are not blocked the vehicle could move suddenly when the spring brakes are released and cause sever injury WARNING Never tow a trailer above the minimum hei...

Page 36: ...ntact your Kalmar dealer for assistance on operating and maintaining this differential WARNING If the disabled vehicle is connected to a tow vehicle before the spring brakes are released make sure tha...

Page 37: ...Under power assist the cab can be tilted to 45 degrees At 45 degrees the safety prop is automatically engaged The cab can be tilted MANUALLY TO 90 degrees if needed This requires that the tilt cylind...

Page 38: ...2 7 Make sure that the Safety Prop is resting properly on top of the Tilt Cylinder Pull on the Safety Prop Release Cable and ensure that the safety prop is secure it should not move with the weight of...

Page 39: ...39 Fig 1 Trucks equipped with an electronic engine will have an additional relay panel located directly above the main fuse panel The relay panel can be accessed by removing the rst dash panel The fus...

Page 40: ...39 Figure 1a Standard fuse con guration Figure 1b QSB fuse con guration Figure 2 Relay Location Operation...

Page 41: ...ic Transmission Fluid 42 Axle Lubricant 42 Coolant Anti freeze 42 Fuel 43 Engine Oil 44 Hydraulic System Fluid 44 Mulit purpose Grease 44 FILTERS 44 MAINTENANCE 45 CHASSIS LUBRICATION DIAGRAM 56 LUBRI...

Page 42: ...ventive Maintenance Form INTRODUCTION The key to safe and dependable op eration of your Kalmar tractor is proper maintenance Yard tractors are used in very abusive operations Moving trailers through r...

Page 43: ...al covers the speci c transmission in your vehicle Re fer to thisTransmission Operator s Manual for transmission uid requirements and service intervals CAUTION Kalmar Industries Corporation requires t...

Page 44: ...e Operator s Manual with your new Kalmar 50 Water Coolant system additive must be aluminum compatible Proper level of ll for the cooling system is indicated by the presence of coolant in the sight gla...

Page 45: ...exceed the maximum time inter vals Doing so may lead to vehicle damage and void the vehicle and component war ranties ENGINE OIL All Kalmar tractors come with an Engine Operator s Manual provided by t...

Page 46: ...CID DAMAGE CAB DOWN EXTERIOR CLEAN BATTERY CABLE CONNECTIONS CHECK CAB ACCESS STEPS AND HANDLES CHECK BATTERY BOX COVER HOLDDOWNS CLEAN HEATER AC FILTER IF APP DRAIN WATER FROM AIR TANKS CHECK REAR DO...

Page 47: ...CLEAN BATTERY CABLE CONNECTIONS CHECK CAB ACCESS STEPS AND HANDLES CHECK BATTERY BOX COVER HOLDDOWNS CLEAN HEATER AC FILTER IF APP DRAIN WATER FROM AIR TANKS CHECK REAR DOOR ROLLER SLIDE ADJUSTMENT CH...

Page 48: ...KS OR ACID DAMAGE CAB DOWN EXTERIOR CLEAN BATTERY CABLE CONNECTIONS CHECK CAB ACCESS STEPS AND HANDLES CHECK BATTERY BOX COVER HOLDDOWNS CLEAN HEATER AC FILTER IF APP DRAIN WATER FROM AIR TANKS CHECK...

Page 49: ...XTERIOR CLEAN BATTERY CABLE CONNECTIONS CHECK CAB ACCESS STEPS AND HANDLES CHECK BATTERY BOX COVER HOLDDOWNS CLEAN HEATER AC FILTER IF APP DRAIN WATER FROM AIR TANKS CHECK REAR DOOR ROLLER SLIDE ADJUS...

Page 50: ...ne minute Shut off engine and observe dash gauge s for 2 minutes The drop in pressure should not exceed 2 psi over the two minute period Check Operation of Back Up Alarm With engine running move the g...

Page 51: ...eration of Windows Confirm that all regulated and sliding windows open and close fully Cab Down Exterior Check Cab Access Steps and Handles Inspect all steps and grab handles for proper mounting and t...

Page 52: ...ct the air bag for leaks or signs of abrasion Inspect the lock jaw for excessive wear and proper operation Check Intake Ducting for Leaks Inspect all engine clean air tubes and hoses for leaks All cla...

Page 53: ...indicates it is appropriate Change Air Dryer Desiccant If Applicable The desiccant should be changed as needed Change as soon as water is evident when system air tanks are drained Check Exhaust Syste...

Page 54: ...e Breather Insure that the rear axle vent turns freely Check Differential for Leaks Inspect rear axle housing for signs of leaks Repair as necessary Check Differential Oil Level Check the differential...

Page 55: ...raulic filter Check Hydraulic Fluid Level Start engine raise and lower the boom two to three times to insure that system components are filled Lower boom to full down position shut off engine and chec...

Page 56: ...ervoir If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic lubrication system inspect all lubrication points for sufficient grease Fill the system s reservoir with the proper type and quantity of grease per...

Page 57: ...56 Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 16 6 12 13 14 15 17 18 CHASSIS LUBRICATION DIAGRAM BOTH SIDES BOTH SIDES FRONT AND REAR Left hand drive chassis shown...

Page 58: ...l No 2 9 Universal Joints Lithium Grease 10 Rear Axle Differential EP 85 140 11 Drive Line Slip Yoke Lithium Grease 12 Spring Shackle Pins Lithium Grease 13 Throttle Linkage Lithium Grease 14 Front Wh...

Page 59: ...Pivot Lithium Grease 1 21 Fifth Wheel Top Plate Lithium Grease 1 22 Fifth Wheel Jaws Lithium Grease 1 NI Cab Door Hinge Silicone Spray NI Steering Column Slip Yoke NI Rear Door Rollers Silicone Spray...

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