Zoomlion ZRT850, Operator'S Manual

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Operator’s Manual for Rough Terrain Crane
5.2 PRE-DEPARTURE CHECKS (TO JOB-SITE)
5.2.1 VEHICLE CHECKS (PRIOR TO ENGINE START)
A. Do a check of the level of coolant and add more if below the cold engine level.
B. Do a check of the fuel level and make sure that you have more than is necessary to
complete the task.
C. Make sure that the parts in the steering and brake systems are flexible, safe, and reliable.
D. Make sure that the parts that follow are tight:
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Bolts in universal joints for steering axles
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Front and rear axles mounting bolts
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Wheel bolts
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Drive shaft mounting bolts
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Engine and transmission mounting bolts.
E. Examine all tires for the correct pressure.
F. Examine the items that follow for damage:
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Condition of tires
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Door locks
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Doors
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Windows
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Each crane control mechanism.
G. Examine the fittings of oil pipes and water pipes for leakage.
H. Examine the battery terminals for too much corrosion and make sure that the power wires
are tight.
I. Examine the level of the battery electrolyte (adjust as necessary).
J. Examine the air filter indicator. If the indicator is red, clean or replace the filter element.
CAUTION
The air filter system must be clean prior to starting the engine.
K. Examine the air filter assembly. Clean the contamination from the bottom of the air filter.
L. Turn the ignition switch to stage “I” and examine the functions of the items that follow:
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Instrument panel
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Switches
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All lights
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Turn signals
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Wipers
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Miscellaneous displays.
M. Adjust the mirrors for clear vision to the rear.
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