HOEFLON C4 - Daily Inspection Prior to Use

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User manual C4 – C6

6.1. Daily inspection prior to use

The engine must be stopped when topping off oil,

coolant or fuel; DO NOT smoke while performing

these tasks.

For your own safety and to obtain the maximum service life from your equipment, it is of great

importance that you always inspect the condition of the compact crane before use. Resolve any

problems you find, or have your dealer do so, before you use the compact crane again.

 Before performing the daily inspection, first ensure that the compact crane is horizontal (to

ensure proper oil levels).

 Check that the engine is switched off.

 Perform a thorough general visual inspection of the compact crane.

Look, in particular, for oil and/or coolant leaks, leaking cylinders,

loose connections, dirt accumulation and any damage. Remove any

dirt which has accumulated, and have necessary repairs performed if

you observe a leak.

 Check the engine oil level before starting, and top up if necessary.

Running the engine while the oil level is too low can result in engine

damage.

 Yanmar engine: the oil level must be between (2) and (3) on the

dipstick (1). Pull the dipstick out of the engine and wipe it off. Now

insert it completely again and then remove it and read the level. Top

up if low. Unscrew the cap (4) and add here (5). (See figure 10)

 Honda engine: Unscrew the black dipstick/oil fill cap from the engine

and wipe it off. Insert the dipstick in the hole until the threads of the

dipstick contact the block (do not screw it in!! see figure 11). Now

remove it again and look to see whether the oil level falls within the

cross-hatched area. If the oil level is too low, top it off through the

dipstick opening (see figure 11).

 Check the oil level in the hydraulic tank: top up with Hydro 32 if

necessary (see figure 12).

 Check that all protective caps and covers are in position and that all

nuts and bolts are in place and secured firmly.

 Make sure that the pins are present and secure. For example, at the

outrigger leg, jib and lifting equipment.

Figure: 12

Figure: 10

Figure: 11