SECTION 5 – RIG MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
It is important that the carrying vehicle, deck engine, compressor and
other proprietary items, such as mud and foam pumps are maintained
per the supplier’s instructions provided. Operating instructions for
such equipment should be carefully studied before attempting to use
the units.
5.1 FUEL
Diesel, refer to engine operating maintenance manual.
When filling the fuel tank, use a funnel with a very thin metallic mesh in
order to avoid any dirt entering the system.
Any fuel refilling must be handled with the engine switched off and far
from any source of fire.
Do not fill the tank up to the overflow and leave room (about ¼) for fuel
expansion inside the tank.
5.2 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The machine is equipped with an electrical system for starting the
engine and the oil radiator fan.
FIGURE 5.1 – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
A - Ignition key
B - Battery
I – Battery isolation switch
The machine is equipped with a switch “I” that is located under the
engine cover between the battery and the tank which allows disabling
the battery in case of an emergency. Or for a long period of stop (for
more than 4 hours).
Warning!! Check the level of the battery fluid every 100 hours.
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