Permaquip Kubota RTV X900 RRV, Operating & Maintenance Manual

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Prior to working on any hydraulic system neutralise the pressures in the
system before uncoupling any component. Ensure the system is bled of
air upon re-assembly.
Full track tests must be performed following damage or derailment.
Wheel flange back-to-back measurements must be performed following
replacement or removal and reassembly of any wheels.
The road wheel bolt position markers (either paint applied across the bolt
onto the wheel, or a physical indicator on the bolt head) must be applied
/ fitted after the bolts are tightened to the correct torque.
16.1. General
During the course of maintenance and testing, all missing items must be
replaced; defective items must be repaired or renewed; all faults rectified
and equipment correctly adjusted. Replacement parts shall be identical
to the original parts in fit, function and performance.
In order to carry out this Maintenance Programme, the following
minimum level of facilities is required, appropriate to the jobs being
undertaken:
a) Clean, dry, covered accommodation for dealing with wheelsets,
bearings, mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components, etc.
b) Adequate illumination for inspection of components, bogies and
underframes.
c) Cleaning facilities which will not cause damage to the components.
d) Handling facilities for removal and refitting of components such as rail
bogies and engines.
e) Protection from the weather of vulnerable areas of the vehicles and
its components.
f) Any specific requirements additional to those listed are identified on
the applicable job description.
g) A suitable length of straight level track for carrying out brake tests.
Maintenance action is intended to ensure the continued safe operation of the
Permaquip Kubota RTV X900 4x4 RRV towing / propelling vehicle and associated
trailers. The maintenance programme has been derived from reliability and safety
apportionment’s and failure by the owner to follow these activities would invalidate
both warranty and safety systems given for the product.