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MACHINE INSPECTION 
 

After delivery of your new Helicopter Tanks and/or completion of assembly and before each use, 
inspection of the equipment is mandatory.  This inspection should include, but not be limited to: 
 

1.

 

Check to see that all guards are in place, secure, and functional.   

2.

 

Are the fasteners tight?

 

3.

 

Any leaks?

 

4.

 

Do the valves operate correctly?

 

5.

 

Any cracks present in the tank or tank saddle?

 

6.

 

Are all the lids for the tanks secure?

 

7.

 

Do any hoses need secured?

 

8.

 

Are the Helicopter Tank straps tight?

 

9.

 

Are the tanks clean?

 

10.

 

How is visibility from the operator seat?

 

 

SAFETY DECALS 

 

1.

 

Keep safety decals clear and legible at all times. 

2.

 

Replace decals and signs that are missing or have become unreadable. 

3.

 

Safety signs are available from your Dealer or the Manufacture. 

 

How to install Safety Signs 

 

1.

 

Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry. 

2.

 

Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper. 

3.

 

Align the decal over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed 
sticky backing in place.  

4.

 

Slowly peal back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the decal in 
place. 

5.

 

Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using a piece of decal backing 
paper. 

 

 

Helicopter Tanks

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Summary of Contents for Helicopter Tanks Series

Page 1: ...Helicopter Tanks Owner s Manual Manufactured by Minden Machine Shop Inc 1302 K Road Minden NE 68959 1 800 264 6587 Helicopter Tank Serial ______________ Date of Purchase _______________...

Page 2: ...6 Machine Inspection 7 Safety Decals 7 Introduction 9 General Information 9 Before Operation 9 During Operation 10 Following Operation 11 Highway and Transport 11 Performance Maintenance 12 Torque Dat...

Page 3: ...to help you understand safe operating procedures for Patriot Helicopter Tanks We want you as our partner in safety A copy of this manual should be available to all persons who may operate equipment t...

Page 4: ...nstalled and properly maintained If you find any shields or guards damaged or missing contact Minden Machine Shop Inc for the correct items SERIAL NUMBER To ensure efficient and prompt service please...

Page 5: ...for SAFE operation and maintenance of your Patriot Helicopter Tanks YOU must ensure that you and anyone who is operates maintains or works around the Helicopter Tanks must be familiar with the operat...

Page 6: ...hting and pinch points and will stop engine before servicing I am aware of the need to secure the Patriot Helicopter tank to its base I understand that any accidents that occur with the Patriot Helico...

Page 7: ...s visibility from the operator seat SAFETY DECALS 1 Keep safety decals clear and legible at all times 2 Replace decals and signs that are missing or have become unreadable 3 Safety signs are available...

Page 8: ...S3002 TS3001 Safety Decal Location The Safety Decals are located on the left side of the saddle and on the lower cross piece as shown The decals will face towards the outside so they can be seen by th...

Page 9: ...FORMATION 1 Unless otherwise specified high strength grade 5 3 radial line head markings hex head bolts are used throughout assembly of the Helicopter Tanks 2 Whenever terms LEFT and RIGHT are used in...

Page 10: ...or towing unit brakes disengage PTO shut off engine and remove ignition key Be especially observant of operating area and terrain watch for holes rocks or other hidden hazards Always inspect area pri...

Page 11: ...d drive Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on public roads Use approved accessory lighting flags and necessary warning devices to protect operator...

Page 12: ...when tightening bolts and nuts Never use your hands to locate a hydraulic leak on attachments Use a small piece of cardboard or wood Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin Openings...

Page 13: ...Helicopter Tank Assembly Instructions Helicopter Tanks 13...

Page 14: ...ft N m 6 9 13 10 14 13 17 7 15 21 18 24 21 29 8 23 31 25 34 31 42 10 45 61 50 68 61 83 12 78 106 88 118 106 144 14 125 169 140 189 170 230 16 194 263 216 293 263 357 18 268 363 364 493 20 378 513 515...

Page 15: ...side of the undercarraige assembly Be sure the outside flat bar is pointing up and the hose access hole is down The bar will slide in until it contacts the side of the undercarraige The outside end of...

Page 16: ...pposite side 5 Install the transition mount Install the six 1 x 10 bolts lock washers and nuts Do not tighten at this time With the bolts installed slide the transition mount into place The transition...

Page 17: ...shers and nuts Tighten the fasteners 5 Locate the 8 3 4 x 2 1 2 bolts lock washers and nuts Mount the front saddle assembly to the bolster mount Tighten the fasteners 6 Insert the tank into the saddle...

Page 18: ...e Nose Mount may have additional support brackets to install Install them at this time See the diagram that came with the parts Mount the support brackets and then tighten the fasteners 7 Locate the 8...

Page 19: ...ause and qualify the legitimacy of the claim Minden Machine Shop Inc upon acceptance of a warranty claim shall have a reasonable time to plan any repair or replacement and may affect repair or replace...

Page 20: ...ation completely and email it to larry mindenmachine com with the subject as EQUIPMENT WARRANTY or fill it out and fax it to 308 832 1340 Dealer Information Not Applicable check here Dealer Name Addre...

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