Thermo King SLXi Spectrum, Maintenance Manual

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Maintenance Inspection Schedule 4-7
UNIT MODELS: ALL SLX, SLXe RANGE AND SPECTRUM MODELS HOST UNIT
The service technician is responsible for assessing the condition of
all parts & components found during any service operation to be
in a condition suitable for further operation up to the next
scheduled service. If parts not considered in suitable condition
they should be replaced.
Check/Inspect/Adjust/Change/Replace
INSPECTION
A SERVICE
Every 1000 hours
Or every 12
Months
(whichever comes
first) B SERVICE
Every 3000
hours
Or every 24
Months
(whichever
comes first) SERVICE
C SERVICE
Every 6000 hours
Or every 48
Months
(whichever comes
first)
EDAC Labour standard
1.5 hr 2.5 hrs 7.5 hrs
For SPECTRUM
8.0 hrs
Engine & Unit Mechanical Items (continued)
***** Test & Service fuel injection nozzles at 9,000 hours.
Check condition of engine vibration mounts.

Electrical
Check alternator connections for corrosion and clean and protect as
required.
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Inspect alternator brushes

Change alternator brushes and regulator at 6000hrs

Check evaporator damper system for correct operation
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** Inspect battery terminals and electrolyte level.
*** If EON battery, only inspect terminals
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Check battery fixture. Remove clean and protect battery terminals.
Wet cell batteries, check electrolyte specific gravity
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Visually inspect all unit wire harness for damaged wires or
connections. (Pay particular attention to interconnecting harnesses)
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Check electric motor or cross-shaft bearings

Check operating modes on electric standby. (50 models)
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Refrigeration
Visually inspect condenser/radiator & evaporator coils for damage
& dirt ingress
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Check refrigerant level.
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Leak test entire unit - or annually or as required for F-Gas control
regulations.
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Check for correct suction & discharge pressures & operation of
ETV. (For ETV check use service test mode)
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Check operating pressure on mechanical throttling valve units
when on cool cycle with higher than 15'C box temperature
 
Check compressor oil level and condition.(When returning to cool
from heat cycle above)
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Perform full series of pump down internal sealing point tests &
compressor efficiency test.
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* Replace refrigeration filter/dehydrator. This should also be
performed whenever system is opened for service
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*Do not mix antifreeze types.
** Wet cell battery may need to be topped up more regularly where unit is operating in high ambients for longer periods. Refer
to Service Bulletin Silver Calcium Batteries
*** EON battery is maintenance free and does not require topping up of electrolyte.
**** If no drain plug is available in the fuel tank the tank manufacturer should provide clear instructions for fuel cleaning. For
fuel supplies taken from the truck tank the truck manufacturer's instructions should be adhered to.
***** The injector service may be required more frequently depending on the type and specification of diesel fuel used.
Refer to the latest service bulletins for additional information.