TM 5-3805-280-10
OPERATOR PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES
FOR HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR 230LCR/230LCRD
ITEM
INTERVAL
ITEM TO BE INSPECTED
EQUIPMENT IS NOT
NO.
PROCEDURE: DO THE PMCS AND HAVE ITEM
READY/AVAILABLE
REPAIRED, FILLED, OR ADJUSTED AS NEEDED
IF:
56
Monthly
Run Arctic Starter Heater
(1) Switch heater on (for 2 minutes with a
"continuous green" LED light) once a month
during periods when heater is not used. This
will prevent the water pump and combustion
engine from seizing.
57
Monthly
Check Arctic Starter Glow Pin
(1) Check glow plug cable and connection. Make
sure that connection is not corroded or dirty.
58
Monthly
Inspect Fire Extinguisher
Pressure is not within
specification
(1) Check gauge on fire extinguisher. Make sure
the dial is within the green area on the gauge.
(a) Fire extinguisher located in cab (230LCR).
(b) Fire extinguisher located in battery
compartment (230LCRD).
(2) Check tightness of fire extinguisher bracket
bolts.
(3) Check the fire extinguisher hose for cracks,
wear, or damage. Replace if necessary.
(4) Check that tamper seal is intact.
59
Monthly
Inspect Primary Air Cleaner Element
(1) Open front service door.
(2) Loosen wing nut to remove cover.
(3) Remove wing nut and primary element (A).
Primary element is
Clean the primary element.
damaged or dirty
NOTE: Ensure that front service door is
closed securely after inspection is complete.
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