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HMT-4004-0MGH Operator's Manual
TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE CHART TRAILER
SYMPTOM
PROBABLE CAUSE
REMEDY
Burner runs erratically.
Water in the fuel oil.
Replace fuel filter or drain fuel water separator,
drain fuel tank and replace with clean fuel.
Dirty fuel filter or fuel water separa
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tor.
Replace element.
Dirty fuel nozzle.
Replace.
Improper air adjustment setting.
Adjust
Fuel pump malfunctioning.
Replace.
Low on fuel.
Refuel. If white smoke persists consult the Ser-
vice Department.
Burner discharges
white smoke.
Excessive air supply.
Adjust
Burner discharges
black smoke.
Insufficient air supply.
Adjust.
Tire Air Pressure
Inflate to proper pressure indicated on sidewall.
Every Trip
Wheel Lugs, Bolts and Nuts
Tighten to proper torque specifications.
Every 3000 mi or 3 mos.*
Wheel
Check for damage and or out-of-round.
Every 6000 mi or 6 mos.
Coupler Ball
Check for sufficient lube.
Every Trip
Check lock mechanism.
Check for unusual wear.
Safety Chains at Hitch Ball
Check for abrasion, distortion and general
integrity of links.
Every Trip
Coupler
Check for proper fastening and hitch pin in
position and secure.
Every Trip
Load Distribution
Check load distribution and security.
Every Trip
Welds
Check all weld beads for cracks or separations. Every 6000 mi. or 6 mos.
Electrical: Lights and Signals
Check to make sure all are working properly.
Replace burned out bulbs.
Every trip
Axle Hubs, Bearings and
Seals
Check for hub wear, sufficient grease, exces
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sive play in bearings and leaking seals
Every 3000 mi or 3 mos.
*Check lug nuts for tightness before initial trip, at 25 miles, and 100 miles. Recheck at least every 3 months or
3000 miles.
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