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(3)
Check the oil lubricator. If low, remove the lubricator filler cap and add SAE 10 non-detergent engine oil.
Replace the cap.
(4)
Open the control air shutoff valve (1).
(5)
During drilling operations, observe the air compressor system pressure gage (5). Pressure should indicate
approximately 125 psi. If not, adjust the regulator (4) to obtain 125 psi.
(6)
Check the rate of lubricant flow by observing the drops of oil in the air lubricator sight glass (7). One to
three drops should fall; if more or less, change the flow with the adjusting screw (8).
Section IV. RIG TENDER OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
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Crane.
a. Assembly and Preparation for Use. Position the rig tender on flat, solid ground to insure maximum lifting ability.
b. Initial Adjustments, Daily Checks, and Self-Test.
(1)
Inspect crane daily. Check for loose, worn, or damaged parts. Report, or correct, any unsafe conditions; do
not operate the crane until unsafe conditions have been corrected.
(2)
Before and during crane operations, check hydraulic lines, fittings, and cylinders. Check for overheating
winch motor. Check winch for worn or bent wire line.
c. Operating Procedures.
(1)
Start truck engine. Engage hydraulic system/PTO from inside the truck cab. Set engine RPM at 1000.
CAUTION
Exceeding 1000 engine RPM may cause crane malfunction or damage.
NOTE
To reduce crane speed, reduce engine RPM.
(2)
Turn on remote control unit power switch from inside truck cab.
WARNING
Crane misuse can result in death or serious injury to personnel.
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