Small amounts of water can be drained from the fuel
filter. The drain plug should be removed weekly to
drain off water accumulation until clear fuel is flowing
from the outlet.
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
With the machine on level ground, and the engine
stopped for ten minutes or more, remove the engine
dipstick. Wipe it clean, re-insert it and remove to
obtain a reading. If the oil level is down, or below the
ADD mark, fill with the required amount of oil to bring
the level to the FULL mark. See the LUBRICATION
chapter for the type of oil to use.
CHECK RADIATOR COOLANT LEVEL
With the machine on level ground, remove the radiator
cap. Add a 50/50 water and anti-freeze mixture if the
coolant level is below the filler neck. Replace the radi-
ator cap securely.
IMPORTANT: If the engine is operated with a
loose radiator cap, the pressure bypass will not
work and the engine will run hot.
CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL
The machine must be on level ground and make sure
the boom is lowered and completely retracted. With
engine and transmission at operating temperature; park
brake on, transmission in neutral and engine speed at
low idle, remove the access cover to the transmission
and hydraulic pump. Remove the dipstick and check
the oil level. Add the required amount of oil to bring
the level to the FULL mark. See the LUBRICATION
chapter for the type of oil to use.
CHECK HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL
The machine must be on level ground and make sure
the boom is lowered and completely retracted. The
fluid MUST be cool when checking the reservoir level.
By doing this, you will reduce the possibility of over-
filling the hydraulic system, and also reduce potential
injury due to hot fluid.
Remove the front cover from the front hood section.
Loosen the filler cap to release pressure. Remove the
filler cap and check the level on the dipstick. If the oil
level is down, or below the ADD mark, fill with the
required amount of oil to bring the level to the FULL
mark. See the Lubricants chapter for the type of oil to
use.
IMPORTANT: Be careful when removing the
reservoir filler cap so that no dirt or other foreign
matter enters the hydraulic system while the cap
is removed. DO NOT OVERFILL.
CHECK BRAKE RESERVOIR LEVELS
Flip up the floor cover under the seat mount. Remove
both reservoir covers to check the levels. If low, fill to
the proper level with correct fluid. See LUBRICA-
TION chapter for the type used.
CHECK PARK BRAKE LEVER
Check the tension when pulled. Adjust, if necessary, to
a pull of 20 lbs (89 N)
CHECK TIRE PRESSURES
Proper tire pressure should be maintained equally for
all four tires to enhance operating stability and extend
tire life.
When installing tires on the machine, be sure that all
tires are of the same size and style. ALWAYS replace
tires with the same size furnished as original equip-
ment. Replacement tires must be purchased locally.
Check the tire pressure “cold”. All 12 ply tires should
be inflated to 55 PSI (380 kPa).
NOTE:If the tires have been filled with water or
calcium chloride for weight, a calcium chloride tire
pressure gauge MUST be used to check the tire
pressure.
When removing tires follow industry safety practices.
Deflate completely prior to removal. Following assem-
bly of the tire on the rim, use a safety cage or restrain-
ing device while inflating.
WARNING
DO NOT remove the radiator cap when the
engine is running hot or overheated. Coolant
is extremely hot and under pressure and it can
burn your skin. Allow sufficient time for the
radiator to cool BEFORE relieving the pres-
sure and removing the radiator cap.
PRINTED IN U.S.A. 45 908424/AP500
Courtesy of Crane.Market
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