Edition 2 Chapter 1 Page 1-15
Feb/2013 Maintenance and Service
(c) Examine the brake pedal annually and replace the parts that show
wear or damage.
If you push the service brake pedal and the distance to stop is more than
usual, the system can have a malfunction. When the service brake indicator
illuminates, the pressure in the system can be low. In that condition, do the
necessary steps to correct the condition or send the crane to the repair facility.
Do not move the crane if the indicator stays illuminated.
B. Park Brake
(1) Routine Maintenance
Usually the park pedal is a maintenance free part.
1.10 AIR SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
When the air system does not supply the usual quantity of air, look at the items that
follow to correct the condition:
• Defective components
• System leak
• Blocked lines
• Moisture and sediment in the system.
A good preventive maintenance program is a necessary part of the air system
operation. Refer to the maintenance schedule in this manual. You can change the
interval between checks if the conditions and weather are hard on the equipment.
1.11 BATTERY MAINTENANCE
A. Examine the batteries and the area around the batteries as follows:
(1) Make sure that the terminal connections are tight.
(2) Remove dirt and corrosion from the wires and terminals.
(3) Clean the battery area with soda water or pure water. When the terminals
dry, apply Vaseline to them.
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