Atlas Copco QAS 100 Instruction Manual page 85

Undercarriage (axle, towbar, towing
eyes)
The undercarriage is equipped with an adjustable
towbar with brakes, with BNA-, NATO-, DIN-, ITA-,
ISO-eye and Ball coupling and with road signalisation
which is approved by EC legislation.
When using this option
– Make sure that the towing equipment of the
vehicle matches the towing eye before towing (1)
the generator.
– Never move the generator while electrical cables
are connected to the unit.
– Always apply the hand brake (2) when parking the
generator.
– Leave enough space for operation, inspection and
maintenance (at least 1 meter at each side).
To maintain the undercarriage
– Check the tightness of the towbar bolts, the axle
bolts and the wheel nuts at least twice a year and
after the initial 50 hours of operation.
– Grease the wheel axle suspension bearings, the
drawbar to the steering gear shaft and the spindle
of the brake handle at least twice a year. Use ball
1
bearing grease for the wheel bearings and graphite
grease for the drawbar and spindle.
– Check the brake system twice a year.
2
– Check the condition of the vibration dampers
twice a year.
– Repack the wheel hub bearings once a year using
grease.
– Wheel chocks allows to park the generator on
sloping ground. Place wheel chocks in front of or
behind the wheels to immobilize the generator.
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Integrated spark arrestor
The integrated spark arrestor option is included in the
refinery equipment pack.
Air inlet shut-off valve
The engine air inlet shut-off valve option is included
in the refinery equipment pack. It will prevent over-
speeding of the engine due to combustible gases
being traced within the normal engine air intake.