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NIGHT SCAN VERTICAL, VERTICAL COMPLETE, AND VERTICAL HDT
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TP-4836201-H
MAY 2021
7.4 Periodic Inspections
This section describes the systematic care and inspection of equipment to keep it in safe
operating condition and to prevent breakdowns. If the system does not perform as required, see
Section 9 for troubleshooting. If anything looks wrong and cannot be diagnosed and/or fixed,
contact The Will-Burt Company. Table 7-1 provides a schedule of periodic inspections and
procedures required to keep the Mast System in safe operating condition.
Table 7-1 Periodic Inspections
Frequency
Inspection
Action
As Needed; In
salt water or
sandy
environments,
clean the mast
every 3 months.
Inspect to ensure the Mast System is
kept clean and free from foreign
material. Dirt, grease, oil, sand and
debris may cover up a serious
problem.
Clean the mast per the procedure
in section 7.2.
During Operation Inspect for damage during operation.
If damage is apparent, do not use
the mast, and have it serviced
prior to use.
Monthly
Visually observe tube motion during
extension and retraction to ensure
the tubes move smoothly and do not
cause excessive impact loads when
each tube fully extends or retracts.
Clean and lubricate the mast per
the procedure in section 7.2. If the
condition remains after lubrication,
cease all mast use and contact
Will-Burt Service immediately.
Monthly
Inspect for any damage to electric
cables and pneumatic tubes.
Replace cables/tubes as required.
Monthly
Test the Vehicle Interconnect safety
warning circuit to ensure the vehicle
driver is warned or prevented from
driving with the mast deployed.
Repair the interconnect circuit if
not functioning properly.
Monthly
Inspect the Look-Up light lens for
debris or dirt that prevent light from
reaching the operating space.
Make sure the lens is cool and
clean the lens with a mild cleaner
and soft cloth.
Monthly
Inspect all hardware to ensure
fasteners are not damaged,
loosening, backing out or missing.
Take special note of hardware
keeping the payload mounted, mast
collar bolts, and hardware used to
mount the mast to the support
structure.
Tighten or replace any loose,
damaged or missing fasteners.
Every 6 Months
(3 months in salt
water
environment)
If the mast remains idle for long
periods of time, operate the mast to
full extension at least once every six
months (3 months in salt water
environment).
Exercise mast.
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