
O p e r a t i o n a n d M a i n t e n a n c e
4.2.2
Mounting plates maintenance
NRC recommends that wrecker mounting plates be inspected
every month
by trained and
qualified personnel, and annually by an authorized NRC distributor. Should a visual inspection
identify any cracks or structural damage, immediately discontinue use until the equipment is
deemed safe.
After the first use and every month
, inspect the bolts on the chassis mounting plates for
damage and make sure they are tight.
4.2.3
Winch maintenance
See the winch manufacturer manual.
4.2.4
Winch cable tensioner
Check all the indicators for the cable tensioner for all winches. There is one pressure gauge
between the main winches, and one pressure gauge between the auxiliary winches (for models
with auxiliary winches). To maintain adequate tension on the cable, it should read approximately
80 psi. Adjust the pneumatic pressure using the integrated regulator when necessary.
4.2.5
Steel cable maintenance
Steel cables must be regularly inspected to ensure safe operation. When a cable is degraded,
deformed or bent, you must replace it. See the ISO 4309:2017 standard for the criteria for
inspection, maintenance and disposal of steel cables.
The cable dimensions vary based on the winch model. Figure 35 below shows the locations of
winches equipped with steel cables on each wrecker model. For equipment sold in North
America, the table below shows the cables used for each winch model.
IMPORTANT:
NRC only supplies steel cables for equipment sold in North America (NRC
does not supply steel cables where Standard 14492 is applicable). When
NRC does not supply the winch cable, the client or distributor must select the
appropriate cable for their winch model in accordance with applicable
standards and regulations.
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Sliding Rotator Wreckers – Operation and Maintenance
Models: CSR50 - CSR65 - CSR85
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