MEGA Corp. MTT-OPS-1 - Manual (Page 28)

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MTT-OPS-1
13 Nov 2013
SECTION 4
Normal Operations
Contents
DESCRIPTION
This section provides the vehicle operator with step
by step operating procedures for the installed MTT
system. The information is separated into before
operations, operations and after operations. A pocket
size checklist of all listed procedures is also provided
in the Appendix for use in the vehicle cab.
BEFORE OPERATIONS
These procedures are used to perform a walk-around
inspection of the MEGA water tanker system before
use or the beginning of a shift. This inspection is in
addition to and does not replace the vehicle
manufacturer’s inspection requirements.
1. Chocks – As Required
2. Vehicle Parking Brake – ON
3. Cab Control Switches – SET OFF
4. (If Equipped) Foam Concentrate Level –
CHECKED. At least 1” from the top of the foam
tank.
Ensure PPE fall arrest harness is worn, adjusted
properly and attached to an anchor point. Failure
to use PPE properly may result in personnel injury
or death.
5. Water Cannon – CHECKED & SECURED
a. Nozzle – Check for security and kinking of
foam concentrate supply line.
6. Solenoid Control Box – CHECKED AND SECURED
7. MTT Front Mounts – CHECKED AND SECURE
8. Vehicle Hydraulic Tank – SERVICED
9. MTT LH Hydraulic Hoses and Cabling – CHECKED
FOR SECURITY & LEAKS.
10. Chassis Pivot Bore Pins – INSTALLED AND
SECURED
11. Tank Drain Petcocks – CLOSED
12. Spray Heads – SECURED & SET
13. Water Pump Assembly – CHECKED
a. Water Pump – Check to ensure volute case
drain valve is closed.
b. Water pump and drive motor for evidence of
overheating.
14. Hose Reel – CHECKED
15. (Rear Bulkhead Location Only) Solenoid
Control Box – CHECKED.
16. MTT RH Hydraulic Hosing & Cabling – CHECKED
FOR SECURITY AND LEAKS.
17. (If Equipped) Front Bumper Spray Heads &
Plumbing – SECURED AND SET.
Description ......................................................................... 4-1
Before Operations ............................................................ 4-1
Operations .......................................................................... 4-2 After Operations ............................................................... 4-6
Cold Weather Operation and Storage ...................... 4-6