OM3070 Operation - Section 30 Operating Instructions Page 30-3 8. Move behind the rear of the front wheel. Ensure the suspension protective boot is in good condi- tion. Verify all suspension (6, Figure 30-1) attaching hardware bolts are completely tight- ened. Inspect the mounting key area for evi- dence of wear. Verify the suspension extension (exposed piston rod) is correct. Check for leaks. 14. Move to the rear of the dual tires. Check for and remove any rocks lodged between the dual tires. To prevent tire damage, verify the rock ejector is in good condition and straight. 15. Inspect the left rear suspension (16) for dam- age.
Verify all suspension attaching hardware is completely tightened. Check for leaks around the hub and brakes. Also, check for any unusual wear conditions or damage. Verify the suspension is properly charged. Ensure there are no leaks. Verify the suspen- sions are properly greased. Verify the cover over the chromed piston rod is in good condi- tion. Ensure the rod end of the steering cylinder is properly greased. Verify all mounting hardware is properly tightened. Check for any hydraulic leaks. 16. Move to the rear center of the truck. Open the rear hatch cover, and turn on the work light, if necessary. Inspect the condition of the hatch cover gasket.
Inspect the housing (14) for any foreign objects or misplaced tools. 9. Check the oil level in the hydraulic tank (18). With the engine stopped and the body down, hydraulic fluid must be visible in the upper sight glass. 10. Verify all hydraulic tank shut off valves are locked in the fully open position. Check for leaks around the mounting surface of the rear housing wheel motor (15) and any brake hose fittings. 11. Move around the hydraulic tank in front of the rear dual tires. Verify the covers on the wheel motor sump are firmly attached. Turn off the work light, if used, and close and latch the rear hatch cover. Inspect the hoist cylinder (13) for any damage or hydraulic oil leaks.
Ensure both the upper and lower hoist cylinder pins are properly tightened and greased. 17. While standing in front of the rear hatch, verify the rear lights and back-up horns are working. Inspect the panhard rod for proper lubrication. Also, inspect both body hinge pins for damage and proper lubrication. 12. Inspect the lower edge of the chassis. Ensure the blower hose (9) is in good condition with no holes or breakage. 18. Inspect the right rear suspension (16) for dam- age. Verify all suspension attaching hardware is completely tightened. Check the main hydraulic pumps (19 and 20) for leakage. Verify the suspension is properly charged.
Check for other unusual conditions with the pumps or the pump drive shaft. Ensure there are no leaks. Verify the suspen- sions are properly greased. Verify the cover over the chromed piston rod is in good condi- tion. 13. Move around the left side dual tires (17). Inspect the attaching lugs/wedges to ensure they are properly tightened. Replace any parts that are missing. Inspect the wheel cover for cracks or damage. Verify the latches are properly fastened. Inspect the area for any oil leakage from inside the wheel cover (could indicate brake or wheel motor leakage. Inspect the dual tires for damage. Verify proper inflation pressure.
If the truck has been operat- ing with low tire pressure, the tire must be cooled before parking the truck inside.