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57 Cards in this Set
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At the driver’s door: Monthly maintenance report and take note of: |
-Red X’s -Work Orders -Notes |
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Exterior Inspection |
-Vehicle sitting level -Hanging wires under apparatus or debris -Fluid Leaks(oil, water, anti-freeze) -Wipers (operation and condition) -Accessory equipment firmly affixed -General condition of lenses -Exterior damage -Grab bars and mirrors firmly affixed -Compartment doors function properly -Check screws securing access panels -Exterior cleanliness and debris |
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Tire and Wheels |
-Tread damage and debris -Duals not touching and no debris between -Adequate tread depth (5/32”) -Sidewall damage -Adequate pressure (within 10 psi) -Valve stems right, not damaged , caps in place -Wheels- cracked, bent, damaged beads, rust or streaks around lug nuts -Front hub oil level (if low add gear oil, contact Logistics to determine proper weight and grade) -Wheel covers tight |
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Ladder Rack |
Check for: -Lights -Fluid level -Leaks -Operations and condition |
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Ember Filter |
Check to be sure it’s clean and free of debris Proper mounting |
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Front Bumper Area |
-General appearance and condition -Loose or missing bolts/broken welds on bumper -Damage to gravel pan and proper mounting -Damage to wiring and proper mounting -Properly secured air horns, siren head and wind up -Damage to any low hanging parts such as air filter and front intake -Ground straps, wiring and airlines secured -Frame and cross members (checking for cracks, loose bolts , broken welds) |
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Radiator (Bottom) |
-Check for: -Proper mounting -Leaks -Rust -Fins clean and not damaged -Hoses in good condition -Check for blockage from debris in front |
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Front Springs |
-Check for broken springs -Hangers -Retainers -Centering bolts -U-Bolts |
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Steering System |
-Check for loose linkages -Hydraulic oil leaks -Loose or missing bolts -Broken mounts -Excessive wear |
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Steering Arm |
-Check for excessive play at joints -Check castle nuts and cotter pins |
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Steering Center Link or Tie Rod |
-Check for damage and excessive play at tie rods -Check castle nuts and cotter pins |
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Front Brakes |
Check for: -Grooves or cracks in rotors -Pad thickness -Properly secured brake cans -Oil leaking from hub seal |
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Quick Release Valves (FRONT) |
Check for: -Loose air lines -Tight wires -Proper mounting |
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Bottom view of engine |
Check for: -Damage to pan -Oil leaks |
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ECM: The brain of the engine and pressure governor |
Check for: -Loose and damaged wiring -Oil leaking onto ECM and wiring -Proper mounting |
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Air Dryer: The air dryer is used to remove the moisture from the air system. |
Check for: -Excessive oil leaking from bottom -Good hose and wire condition -Proper mounting -Filter replaced within 12 months |
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Cab-Tilt Motor and Reservoir |
Check for: -Proper oil level -Loose wiring and hoses -Leaks -Proper mounting |
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Transmission (Bottom) |
Check for: -Oil leaks around the bottom and real seal -Good cooler line condition -Tight yoke and u-joints -All bolts and caps in place -Proper mounting |
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Transmission Top Side (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Loose Wires -Proper Oil Level |
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DPF- Traps unburnt particulate matter from exhaust. Burns it off during Regen process |
Check for: -Signs of exhaust leaks -Damage -Proper mounting |
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Driveline Yoke, Universal Joint and Slip Joint |
Check for: -Play in the U-joint -Bolts missing from caps -Excessive grease being flung out, indicating a bad seal or over greasing on slip joint -Signs of excessive movement |
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Frame Rails and Cross Member |
Check for: -Cracks -Loose Bolts -Wires hanging out from the wire looms -Wires being chaffed from rubbing on frame |
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Carrier Bearing: Supports the driveline and helps reduce vibrations over long spans |
Check for: Excessive movement up, down, side and to side by pushing on the driveline beside it |
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Rear View of the Pump Transmission: |
Check for: -Ensure oil is clear and the level is visible anywhere within the sight glass -Leaks on the input and output side -Linkages and airlines for pump shift in proper working order |
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Fuel Filter |
Check glass bowl on top to be sure fuel filter isn't clogged |
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Primer Pump |
Check for: -Loose wires -Proper mounting -No continuous leaks |
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Body mounts |
Check for: -Loose or missing bolts -Rubber bushing in place and in good condition |
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Intake Relief Valve/Drain |
Check drains for proper operation and that intake relief valves are properly secured and not capped |
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Air Tanks (Most Engines have 3) |
Check for: -Any damage to airlines -Water or oil contamination ( by draining some air out) -Proper mounting |
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Auxiliary Cooler |
Check for: -Leaks -Proper mounting |
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Bottom of Water Tank and Frame |
Check for: -Leaks -Damage to tank -Damage to framework around the tank |
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Rear Springs |
Check for: -Broken springs -Loose U-bolts -Springs shifting on axle -Broken center pin -Spring hangers |
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On-Spot Chain Assembly |
Check for: -Loose or damaged chains -Wheels that spin freely -Actuator arms that move freely -Operation when switch in dash is pushed |
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Rear Brake Can |
Check for: -Damaged airlines -Proper mounting |
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Rear Brake |
Check for: -Grooves or cracks in rotors or drums -Pad or shoe thickness -Properly secured brake cans -Oil leaking from hub seal -Slack adjusters |
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Quick Release Valves |
Check for: -Loose ailines -Tight wires -Proper mounting |
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Wabco ABS Controller |
Check for: -Loose wires -Proper mounting |
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Rear Differential and Axle |
Check for: -Oil leaks -Securley fastened springs |
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Fuel Tank |
Check for: -Leaks -Retaining straps that are tight and in good condition |
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Tailboard Area |
Check for: -Loose wiring -Secure attachment points ( broken welds, loose bolts) |
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Bottom of Cab (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Any damage or rub marks on the bottom of cab -Damage to heat shielding -Damage to mud flaps |
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Cab Locks (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Loose or broken mounting bolts at bottom of cab and lock itself -Oil leaks -Damage to hoses |
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Battery Box (Tilted Cab) |
Check Batteries for: -Cleanliness -Loose wires -Secure mounting by hold downs -Proper color on batteries using the sight glass |
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Top View of: (Tilted Cab) |
-Front tire (Condition) -Wheel (Condition) -Suspension (Condtion, Mounting) -Frame (Condition) -Intake (Condtion) -Brakes (Airlines, and brake components) |
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Air Filter (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Damage from cab or curbs hitting it -Large debris -Secure mounting -Tight air intake piping |
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Turbo (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Exhaust leaks -Oil leaks -Tight piping -Rubber boots in good shape |
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Alternator (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Loose damaged wires -Proper belt tension and condition |
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Fan and Belts (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Cracked or damaged fan blades -Proper belt tension and condition |
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Radiator (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Fluid level, if the engine is cold remove cap and verify fluid level. If the engine is hot, use sight glass to verify level. |
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Power Steering Pump and Hoses (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Oil leaks -Proper hose condition |
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AC Compressor (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Signs of leaks/dirt accumilation around hose connections -Proper belt tension and condition on the front of the compressor (pulley) |
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Air Compressor (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Oil leaks -Damage to air hose |
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Power Steering and Antifreeze Reservoirs (Tilted Cab) |
Check for: -Leaks -Proper mounting -Appropriate fluid level |
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Ladder Rack |
Check for: -Operational lights -Correct fluid level -Leaks -Operation and condition |
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Detroit Diesel Fire Commander (Pressure Governor) |
Check for: -Ok to pump/Throttle ready -Throttle a slow and smooth steady rise to 150 psi -Exercise tank fill valve |
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Valves |
Check for: -Check valves by opening drains, operating valves open and closed. Look for smooth operation |
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Warterous Change over Valve |
Check for proper operation by running pressure up to 150 psi in volume mode. Bring rpm to idle, switch to pressure mode. Throttle up to 150 psi. Idle down and switch to volume mode. |
