©Copyright AMKUS Rescue Systems, Inc. 2010 - 2019
LAS-002 August 19, 2019 Rev03
AMKUS RESCUE SYSTEMS
amkus.com
4201 Montdale Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383-4098 USA
800-592-6587 • 219-548-5000 • Fax 219-476-1669
13.0 PARTS, SERVICE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Parts, service and technical information may be obtained from your local AMKUS dealer, or by contacting AMKUS Rescue Systems.
14.0 INSPECTION, CLEANING, DECONTAMINATION, AND STORAGE
WARNING
Any rescue tool failing any part of the checklist is unsafe for use and must have the problem
corrected before use or being placed back into service. Operating a rescue tool that has failed the
checklist is a misuse of this equipment. Contact your local dealer or AMKUS Rescue Systems.
1. Always store the tool securely in a clean dry space.
2. Never store a tools or power unit hoses under pressure. Always relieve the pressure on hoses and tools after use.
BEFORE BEING PLACED BACK IN SERVICE, rescue tools must be inspected to this checklist:
1. Check to see that important tool markings are legible.
Contact your local dealer or AMKUS Rescue Systems for replacement labels.
2. Wipe tool, hoses, fi ttings and couplings clean (see routine maintenance for hoses and couplings).
3. Inspect the rescue tool, hoses, fi ttings and couplings after each use for damage, leakage and excessive wear.
4. Verify operation of control valve by checking to see it returns automatically to the neutral position.
5. If rescue tool damage or excessive wear is noticed, remove the rescue tool from service immediately; contact your local dealer or
AMKUS Rescue Systems for service.
6. If the rescue tool becomes contaminated, determine the nature of the contamination. IE: biological, chemical, radioactive. The
authority having jurisdiction may follow internal decontamination guidelines or request technical advice from AMKUS Rescue
Systems.
12.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Any problem not resolved by these suggestions may require you to contact your local dealer or AMKUS Rescue Systems for further
guidance.
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
Arms do not move
Check to see that hoses are properly connected.
Check hydraulic fl uid level in power unit reservoir.
Check to see that the power unit is running.
Check to see that the line is charged.
Rescue tool lacks power or speed
Check hydraulic fl uid level in power unit reservoir.
Fluid leaks at fi ttings or hoses
Check tightness of hose fi ttings.
Replace damaged hoses.
