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Initial Issue 19 December 2017
Engineering Manager
14 Installation of Ram Strut for Travelling On Track
[WARNING]
The ram struts must always be installed when the dozer is on rail. These ensure the
dozer blade does not settle and hence keeps the dozer within w6 gauge requirements. Failure to fit
these may result in striking line side equipment and/or structures.
[WARNING]
Ensure that the blade is angled and tilted to its maximum extent and that an equal
amount of blade over hang is achieved over the sides of the trolley. This ensures the dozer remains
within w6 gauge requirements. Failure to ensure that this is done may result in striking line side
equipment and/or structures.
When the dozer is on track release the struts from the anti-loose couplings on the back of the blade
and remove the pins.
Figure 5 - Ram Strut
Operate the blade lever to deploy the blade and extend the rams just enough to slide the struts over
the ram rod. Then install the retaining pins. Gradually lower the dozer onto the struts, by operating
the blade lever to raise the blade.