Yale Veracitor GCC040VX, Operating Manual

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With engine OFF and lift truck components cooled, check and
clean the radiator and if equipped, radiator screen. Check
engine manifold, exhaust pipes, muffler, and catalytic con-
verter for paper scraps. Clean as required. Check and clean
the engine compartment components, transmission, fan
shroud, belly pan, if equipped, and inside frame ledges to
avoid paper, dust, and oil accumulation. Check axle and cowl
openings for paper buildup and bailing wire. Remove any
debris.
WARNING
Compressed air can move particles so that they cause
injury to the user or to other personnel. Make sure that
the path of the compressed air is away from all person-
nel. Wear protective goggles or a face shield to prevent
injury to the eyes.
CAUTION
Air pressure, nozzle, or extension tube may cause dam-
age to exhaust wraps and radiator fins. Assure that air
pressure, nozzle, or extension tube does not damage
exhaust wraps or radiator fins.
Paper removal can generally be accomplished using a com-
pressed air line and nozzle. An extension may be helpful to
access hard to reach places. Remove floor plates and side
covers for better access to engine compartment. Open or
remove belly pan, if equipped. Clean components with com-
pressed air. Take care to maintain the integrity of the exhaust
wraps when cleaning with compressed air and use caution
to not force debris into openings.
WARNING
Be careful when cleaning with steam. Steam can cause
serious burns. Wear protective clothing, gloves, and eye
protection. Never expose your skin to steam.
If compressed air did not adequately remove debris, steam
clean to remove any persistent accumulation of material or
oil. Protect electrical components from moisture when steam
cleaning. Do not spray exhaust wraps directly with high pres-
sure steam. Allow lift truck to air dry before returning to work
in a contaminated environment. Paper dust and scraps will
adhere to wet surfaces.
Check the condition of exhaust wraps for wear, proper fit,
contamination with oil or antifreeze, gaps in coverage, and
failed fasteners. Replace as necessary. Do not reuse wraps
if they have been removed for some other service operation.
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