Terex TA400, Operation Manual

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Operating the Machine
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Operating The Machine
Pre-Starting Inspection
• Make sure all safety signs are free of
damage, and are fully readable, replace as
necessary.
• Before the engine is started ensure the
machine is ready for operation.
• The machine should be in a level position to
permit accurate checking of fluid quantities in
the engine and other components.
• Make sure parking brake is set and block
wheels if necessary to prevent accidental
movement of the machine while checking
component levels.
• Test all lights and horn for proper operation.
• Walk around the machine and carry out the
inspections and component checks
described in the drawing opposite and on the
following pages.
Component Checks
1. Engine - With engine off, check the oil level.
Leave the engine off for at least 1 minute before
checking the oil level.
NOTICE: Remove the dipstick 1 and check the
oil level. The correct level is between the mini-
mum and maximum marks on the oil dipstick.
Top up with oil when the oil level is at or below
the lower mark.
2. Fuel Filter/Water Separator - Engines are
equipped with dual fuel filters in the form of a
water separating suction filter (1) and a pressure
filter (2). Clean the filter and separator.
3. Radiator Header Tank - Check the coolant
level when cold.
Partially unscrew the radiator cap to
slowly release pressure before removing
the cap completely. Fill to the bottom of
the filler neck.
NOTICE: In subfreezing temperatures, be sure
that the coolant contains sufficient antifreeze.
NOTICE: Please refer to the maintenance
manual for correct procedure.
RADIATOR HEADER TANK
Check coolant level.
Check for leaks
WHEEL PLANETARIES
Check for leaks.
WHEEL PLANETARIES
Check for leaks.
DIFFERENTIAL
Check for leaks.
STEERING CYLINDERS
Check for debris, leaks
and damage. Check hoses
for wear and leaks.
FRONT SUSPENSION
Check for debris
and damage.
OPERATORS COMPARTMENT
AND STEPS
Check for cleanliness.
Check seat belts.
SHOCK ABSORBERS
Check for debris, leaks and
damage.
WHEELS AND TYRES
Check condition, inflation,
wheel nuts and for
damaged rims.
WHEELS AND TYRES
Check condition, inflation,
wheel nuts and for
damaged rims.
TRANSMISSION
Check oil level.
Check for leaks.
Check indicator.
HYDRAULIC TANK
Check oil level.
Check for leaks.
BODY CYLINDERS
Check for debris, leaks
and damage. Check hoses
for wear and leaks.
INTERLEAF MOUNTINGS
Check for damage.
SUSPENSION LINKS
Check for damage.
DIFFERENTIAL
Check for leaks.
HAND PUMP
Check oil level.
ACCUMULATORS
Check for leaks.
WATER SEPARATOR
Clean the separator
FUEL FILTER
Clean the filter
ENGINE AIR CLEANER DUST
VALVE
Check for plugged dust cap valve
ENGINE
Check oil level
Check for leaks
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MOT000106
1
2
MOT000108
3
MOT00109
WARNING