Thwaites SPRITE NIMBUS, Manual

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THWAITES SPRITE/NIMBUS - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Whilst every endeavour has been made to ensure that your dumper is delivered to
you ready to commence work, it is advisable before putting machine on site to have
the following check carried out:-
1. Check oil level in engine.
2. Check oil level in gearbox.
3. Check oil level in axle.
4. Check oil level in steering box.
5. Fill tank with clean fuel.
6. Check tyre pressures: Sprite model - front 30 p.s.i. rear 20 p.s.i.
Nimbus model - front 28 p.s.i. rear 20 p.s.i.
7. Lubricate driving chain.
8. Grease machine.
To start the engine see engine manufacturer’s handbook. Starting handle located on
the right hand side of engine.
DRIVING THE DUMPER
• Adjust the seat until controls can be reached with ease.
• The gear lever is situated to the right of the seat and the positions are marked on the
knob.
• The pedal positions are the same as a car, i.e. clutch pedal to the left of the steering
column, brake pedal to the right of the steering column, throttle pedal to the right of
the brake pedal.
• The handbrake is to be found on the right of the seat.
• Gear changing may be carried out while machine is moving.
• DO NOT drive machine with foot resting on clutch pedal.
• DO NOT use top (3rd) gear while on rough site.
To tip the skip push the lever (which is situated to the right and down by the throttle
pedal) in a downwards direction. To return skip to horizontal position pull the skip
back by means of handle on skip. There is no need for driver to leave his seat for the
operation.
MAINTENANCE AND RUNNING ADJUSTMENT:
Engine - Full instructions for maintaining the engine at full efficiency are given in the
engine manufacturer’s handbook supplied with each dumper. It is advisable to have
the engine over-hauled periodically by a skilled mechanic, and any major troubles
should be referred to the engine makers or our own service department.
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