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M2-D
Operating the M2 Unit
Site Setup & Pre-Check
SITE SETUP
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CHECK for overhead hazards if unloading the unit to the ground.
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UNLOAD the unit by using the sub frame lifting bale (marked) with appropriate equipment.
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SET and position the unit on solid level surface to avoid settling or upset.
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SET and position the unit to have a clear unobstructed working area of 10ft (3m) on all 4
sides.
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CONNECT and secure all hoses onto the unit according to your layout.
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SECURE the truck and/or the trailer that the unit is mounted on, from movement.
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PROTECT any hoses connected between the M2, the tank, and drill rig, from possible
damage or from being driven upon by a vehicle.
UNIT PRE-CHECK
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READ engine operators manual for proper starting and running procedures.
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CHECK to ensure the engine oil level is correct. Refer to the engine operator manual
supplied.
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CHECK to ensure the air filter is clean (replace if necessary). Refer to the engine operator
manual supplied.
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CHECK to ensure the fuel tank is full and the shut off valve is open. Refer to the engine
operator manual supplied.
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CHECK to ensure the grease cup on the pump is full of grease and the winged/lugged nut
on the top, is backed off to allow the shaft to retract into the grease cup.
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CHECK to ensure any valves installed on the suction intake line between the tank and
centrifugal pump are open.
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CHECK to ensure there is sufficient fluid in the tank, to insure the centrifugal pump does
not run dry.
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CHECK to ensure the centrifugal pump is primed.
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CHECK to ensure the ball valve on the filter housing connected to the “tank jets” is open.
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CHECK to ensure the ball valve on the filter housing connected to the drill rig is closed.
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CHECK to ensure the small ball valve on the Wash Wand is closed.
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CHECK that the hopper valve is closed.