Wabtec R-290, Installation Manual

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MIO-H29RRXS004270 Rev D
G&B Specialties Inc. 535 West 3 rd Street, Berwick, PA, USA Tel: (570) 752-5901 Fax: (570) 752-6397
US Field Service: 570-441-6988; CAN Field Service 570-854-0482; www.rafna.com
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I
NSTALLATION OF
R-290 H
YDRAULIC
K
IT W
/ M
ANUAL
O
PERATING
V
ALVES
STD C
ONTROLS W
/ F
RONT OR
R
EAR
P
UMP
L
OCATION W
/ D
ETENT
F
ORD
F-250/350, GM 2500HD/3500 HD, & R
AM
2500/3500
I
NSTALLATION
S
AFETY
P
RECAUTIONS
If any installation problems are encountered, please call G&B Specialties for
technical assistance before continuing with the installation process.

Failure to heed to any of the following warnings could result in severe bodily
injury and/or equipment damage.

Read and understand this manual completely before attempting installation or
operation of the equipment.

Installation/Operation instructions provided below only address the Rafna
railgear equipment. Applicable railway company procedures and policies must
be adhered to.

Before performing any work under the vehicle or railgear, ensure the engine is
turned off and the parking brake is set.

When routing hydraulic hoses, ensure that the hoses do not contact any sharp
edges or hot surfaces.

When routing electrical wires, ensure that the wires do not contact any sharp
edges or hot surfaces.

All wire connections are to be soldered and heat shrink sealed to prevent
future corrosion related problems.

All wires must be covered with protective cable loom.

Railway company rules governing rail travel must always be observed.

Ensure all body parts and loose clothing are clear of any moving parts of the
railgear. Be aware of all pinch points.

Note that if the railgear is part way retracted or extended, opening the
manifold directional valve manual over-rides may cause the railgear to drop
suddenly causing personal injury. Ensure all body parts are clear of the railgear
if it should suddenly drop.

When operating the railgear using the emergency hand pump, ensure that the
correct manual valve over-ride is open for the desired railgear (front or rear)
and desired direction of operation (raise or lower).
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