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AMPHIBIOUS EXCAVATOR SERIES
OPERATION MANUAL
THIS SHOULD BE KEPT IN MACHINE AT ALL TIMES
EIK Engineering Sdn. Bhd.
Address : No. 10 (PTD 5749), Jalan SiLC ¼, Kawasan Perindustrian SiLC, 79200 Nusajaya, Johor, Malaysia.
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Safety Operation Procedures
Understand Machine Operation
Ensure operators are qualified and understand manual contents before operation.
Wear Protective Clothing
Emphasizes wearing protective clothing and safety equipment during all machine activities.
Prepare Safety Equipment
Affix safety stickers and ensure first-aid kit and fire extinguisher are readily available.
Inspect the Machine
Inspect pontoons for damage before use and ensure personnel are clear before starting operations.
Inspection and Maintenance Safety
Stop the engine before maintenance and use safety signs to warn others.
Park Machine Safely
Lower bucket, stop engine, set controls to neutral, and secure machine on slopes.
Operate Machine with Wider Undercarriage
Adjust undercarriage to maximum width for operation; narrow setting is for transport only.
Launching into Open Water
Examine water bed contour and depth; launch tail-foremost at slow speed.
Landing from Open Water
Lower front attachment, use bucket if tracks slip, and face land during landing.
Travelling in Open Water
Check pontoon bubbles and machine balance before travelling on water.
Avoid Bad Weather Water Travel
Limit water travel to still water; avoid currents and winds over 4m/s.
Avoid Digging in Floatation Mode
Amphibious excavator operation in floatation mode is strictly prohibited.
Digging at Recommended Water Depth
Digging at watery areas is limited to specific depths; refer to table for models.
Operate Boom, Stick, Bucket Carefully
Operate attachments slowly and smoothly to prevent collision and structural damage.
Avoid Abuse Operation
Do not use travel force for digging, as it causes excessive force and damage.
Avoid Hammering Operation
Do not perform hammering or piling with the bucket due to risk of damage.
Beware of Power Lines
Be cautious of power lines on land; lower attachment to pass safely.
Travelling the Machine on Land
Check track tension, use flagman, travel straight, and use low gear on rough ground.
Undercarriage Maintenance Procedures
Track Tension Adjustment
Adjust track chain tension using bolts to prevent derailment and excessive resistance.
Track Rollers Lubrication
Lubricate track rollers with waste oil, especially after water exposure or long disuse.
Greasing Schedule
Regular greasing of bearings, pins, and bushings is vital for wear and corrosion protection.
Hydraulic Cylinder Maintenance
Protect extendable hydraulic cylinder shafts from corrosion and damage by retracting and cleaning them.
Hydraulic Travel Motor Gear Oil
Check and change gear oil for hydraulic travel motors every 250 hours via the oil port.
Spud Pile Winch Hydraulic Motor Gear Oil
Maintain gear oil for spud pile hydraulic motors by checking and changing every 500 hours.
Wearing Plates Inspection
Check wearing plates for wear every 100 hours; replace if thickness is below 4mm.
Track Parts Inspection
Inspect track shoes every 100 hours for damage; change track pins if head thickness is less than 4mm.
Pontoon Leak Inspection
Inspect pontoons for leaks every 500 hours; test with 5-6 psi air pressure.
Hydraulic Line Inspection
Regularly inspect hydraulic hoses for damage or leaks to ensure safe operation.
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