Komatsu 530M Operation & Maintenance Manual page 46

OM3006.1 04/98
Operating Instructions
10. Before leaving this position, look to see that there
is no leakage or any other unusual condition with
transmission or drive shaft.
11. Move on around the dual tires, check to see that
all lugs/wedges are in place and tight. Inspect
wheel for any leakage that may be coming from
inside the wheel housing that would indicate
planetary leakage.
Check dual tires for cuts, damage or ''bubbles''
and that inflation appears to be correct. If truck
has been run on a ''flat'', the tire must be cooled
before parking truck inside. Inspect for any
rocks that might be lodged between dual tires,
and that rock ejector is in good condition and
straight so that it can not damage a tire.
12. Inspect left rear suspension for damage and for
proper inflation, and that there are no leaks. In-
spect also for proper greasing, and that covers
over the chromed piston rod are in good condi-
tion.
13. Check final drive housing breather. Replace
breather if obstructed. Check for leakage around
final drive housing and wet disc brake housings
and the hoses connected to the housings.
14. While standing behind final drive housing, look up
to see that rear lights are in good condition, along
with back up horns. Inspect linkage rods to see
that all locations are getting proper greasing.
Also look at both body hinge pins for greasing and
any abnormal condition.
15. Perform the same inspection on the right rear
suspension as done on the left.
16. Move on around the right dual tires, inspect be-
tween the tires for rocks, and for condition of the
rock ejector, inspect the tires for cuts or damage,
and for correct inflation.
17. Perform the same inspection for wheel
lugs/wedges, wheel cover latches, and for leaks
that was done on the left hand dual wheels.
18. Move in front of right dual tires, and inspect the
hoist cylinder the same as was done on the left
side.
19. Move on around the fuel tank, inspect the fuel
quantity gauge. Inspect the attaching hardware
for the fuel tank at the upper saddles, and then at
the lower back of the tank for the security and
condition of the mounts.
20. Move in behind the right front wheel, and inspect
the tie-rod pivots and steering cylinder for proper
greasing, and for security of all parts.Be sure the
suspension protective cover is in good condition.
Check suspension attaching hardware and sus-
pension extension, as well as greasing and attach-
ing hardware for the steering cylinder.
21. Move out and around the right front wheel, inspect
that all lugs/wedges are in place and tight.
22. Move in behind the front of the right front wheel,
check hub and the oil disc brakes for leaks and
any unusual condition. Inspect the engine com-
partment for any leaks and unusual condition.
Inspect the fan guard, and belts also for any rags
or debris behind radiator.
23. Move on around to the right front of the truck.
24. As you move in front of the radiator, inspect for any
debris that might be stuck in front of the radiator
and remove it. Check for any coolant leaks. In-
spect all headlamps and fog lights.
25. Before climbing ladder to first level, be sure
ground level engine shutdown switch is ''ON'' (if
equipped).
26. Climb ladder to main deck. Always use grab rails
and ladder when mounting or dismounting from
the truck. Clean ladder and hand rails of any
foreign material, such as ice, snow, oil or mud.
Always mount and dismount ladders facing the
truck. Never attempt to mount or dismount while
the truck is in motion.
27. When checking coolant in radiator, use coolant
level sight gauge (if equipped) or observe coolant
level through opening in end of hood. If it is
necessary to remove radiator cap, shut down
engine (if running), and relieve coolant pressure
SLOWLY before removing radiator cap.
If engine has been running, allow coolant to cool,
before removing the fill cap or draining radiator.
Serious burns may result if coolant is not allowed
to cool.
28. Inspect battery box cover for looseness or dam-
age.
Operation - Section 3
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