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Operator’s Manual
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15 Function Tests
15.1 Requirements
It is the responsibility of the operator to perform Function Tests following Pre-operation Inspection.
15.2 General
The Function Tests are designed to discover any malfunctions before the machine is put into service.
A malfunctioning machine must never be used. If malfunctions are discovered, the machine
must be tagged and removed from service.
Repairs to the machine may only be made by a qualified service technician, according to the
manufacturer’s specifications.
After repairs are completed, the operator must perform a Pre-operation Inspection and carry out
the Function Tests again before putting the machine into service. If in doubt, contact Rail-Ability
Ltd.
Refer to the sections below and carry out each of the items in turn.
15.3 From the Machine Cab
1.
Ensure the gear shift lever is in the neutral position.
2.
Turn the ignition key in the cab
to position ‘two’.
3.
Wait for the display to show the immobiliser PIN code entry interface.
4.
Enter the correct immobiliser PIN code.
5.
Enter the 8 digit sentinel PTS operator number. Ensure that this is correct.
15.3.1 Emergency Stop
6.
Press the emergency stop button in the cab.
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Result: The display will show Emergency Stop Active. The engine will still run.
7.
Reset the emergency stop by pulling out the button.
15.3.2 Horn
8.
Push the horn button (2) on the right hand lever (Fig.9).
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Result: The machine horn should sound.
15.3.3 Crawler Drive Braking
THE BRAKES MUST BE ABLE TO HOLD THE MACHINE ON ANY SLOPE IT
IS ABLE TO CLIMB.
9.
Select low gear and drive forwards slowly.
