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Table 5. Lubrication Instructions - Continued.
Note 16.
Air Tanks Condensation Draining
WARNING
You will be working close to and inside the machine for these jobs. Lower the work tools if
possible. Select the Maintenance Suspension Mode (WP 0004). Turn OFF the battery disconnect
switch. This will prevent the engine from being started. Ensure the parking brake is engaged. If
you must work with the loader arms raised, the cylinder support struts must be fitted (WP 0021).
Failure to follow this warning may lead to injury or death to personnel.
1.
Park the machine on level ground.
2.
Engage the parking brake.
3.
Select the Maintenance Suspension Mode (WP 0004).
4.
Lower the work tools to the ground.
5.
Charge the air system by starting the engine (WP 0005).
6.
Wait for the tank warning lights to go out.
7.
Stop the engine (WP 0005).
NOTE
There is a drain point in each tank.
8.
Grip `keyring fitting (1) at the bottom of each tank and pull sideways until all water is expelled. The amount of water
released is a guide to the functioning of dryer. If purging water takes much longer than about 5 seconds or if oil is pres-
ent, the system must be checked by Field Maintenance.
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Figure 23. Air Tanks Drain Cocks
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