DC Electric Full-size RTs
December 2007
Page 29
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Section 2 - Operation
Visual and Daily Maintenance Inspections
2.8-10 Base
Base Weldment
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Ensure there are no visible cracks in
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welds or structure and there are no signs
of deformation.
Wheel/Tire Assembly
•
The aerial platform is either equipped with
air tires or foam-filled tires. Tire and/or wheel
failure could result in an aerial platform
tipover. Component damage may also result
if problems are not discovered and repaired
in a timely fashion.
wARNiNG
An over-inflated tire can explode and
may cause death or serious injury.
Check all tire treads and sidewalls for cuts,
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cracks, punctures and unusual wear.
Check each wheel for damage and cracked
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welds.
Check each lug nut for proper torque to
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ensure none are loose.
To safeguard maximum stability, achieve optimum
aerial platform handling and minimize tire wear,
it is essential to maintain proper pressure in all
air-filled tires.
Check each tire with an air pressure gauge
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and add air as needed.
for wheel/tire specifications.
Drive Axle
•
Ensure drive axle is properly secured,
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there are no loose or missing parts, all
fittings and hoses are properly tightened
and there is no evidence of hydraulic
leakage.
Steer Cylinder Assembly
•
Ensure steer cylinder assembly is properly
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secured, there are no loose or missing
parts, all fittings and hoses are properly
tightened and there is no evidence of
hydraulic leakage.
Tie Rod
•
Ensure there are no loose or missing
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parts, tie rod end studs are locked and
there is no visible damage.
Wheel/Tire
Assembly
Steer Cylinder
Assembly
Tie Rod
Base
Weldment
Manual Storage
Box
Ladder
Drive Axle
