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5
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Before each Cutter use, perform the following maintenance procedures:
1.
Check the oiler tank on the air preparation system and add air motor oil as required.
2.
Ensure that the electrical cables and connections are in good condition. Clean and apply
DeoxIT, as required. Do not operate any equipment with worn or cut cables!
3.
Check for loose or worn parts and replace, as required.
4.
Ensure that wheel and air motor housing attachment bolts are tightened to 7 ft-lbs. Reapply
anti-seize, as required.
5.
Ensure that the air motor retaining nut is snug. Reapply anti-seize, as required.
6.
Check all electric and air motor functions prior to entering manhole.
After each Cutter use, perform the following maintenance procedures:
1.
Add a few drops of air motor oil to the air inlet of the air motor housing and operate the air
motor for a few seconds to disperse the oil.
2.
To ensure safe handling, disconnect the TV cable and air hose, and then remove the cutting
bit from the air motor.
3.
Remove debris from the drive belts and sprockets and from the omni wheel to ensure proper
operation.
4.
Remove debris from the air motor rack to ensure proper operation.
5.
If the wheels are removed from the cutter body, a pressure washer may be used to remove
contaminants such as uncured resin from the wheels only to ensure optimal traction.
6.
Clean the cutter and cameras with mild soap and clean water. Do not use a pressure washer,
as it can damage seals and cause water entry. Acetone may be used on metals only. Harsh
chemicals can cause damage to the camera lens and LED lights.
NOTE: Buildup of uncured
resin can cause the cutting camera to not rotate.
7.
Apply a liberal coating of oil to unused air motors to prevent rust/corrosion. Coat the
bearings, exterior, and the interior through the holes in the housing. Alternatively, air motors
can be immersed in a bucket of oil.
IMPORTANT - If moisture is left in the cutter’s air motor,
it will rust and quickly damage the bearings, resulting in air motor failure!
