Volvo BM A25 Articulated Dump Truck Complete Workshop Service Repair Manual

A few simple rules for batteries          Batteries give off explosive gases. Never smoke around any batteries. Figure 1 The electrolyte causes burns to the skin and is corrosive. Begin by disconnecting the earth lead in order to remove a battery. To reduce the risk of sparks which can cause fire, always connect the earth lead last when fitting a battery. Never tilt a battery in any direction, otherwise the battery electrolyte may leak out. When charging batteries, follow the instructions on the next page. When using a spare battery to aid the starting of the engine, follow the instructions on the next page. Do not connect a discharged battery in series with a fully charged one, otherwise the current surge can cause the batteries to explode. Make sure that metal objects (such as tools, rings, watch straps etc.) do not come into contact with battery terminals. There is a risk of injury and fire. Always re-fit the pole stud and terminal protections to the batteries. Batteries contain substances dangerous to the environment. They must therefore, when subject to disposal, be treated according to local and national regulations.

A few simple rules of safety Before operating Figure 1           Apply the rules given in the Operator's Instruction Manual to the operation of the machine. Therefore read what has to be done before you take your place in the operator's seat and start operating the machine! A few important rules are given below: Faults or defects which affect the safety must be remedied as soon as possible. Read all plates and instructions which are fitted on the machine and given in the Operator's Instruction Manual before you begin to operate or service the machine. Each of the instructions contain important information about safety, handling and service of the machine. Always wear a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, protective shoes and other protective articles when the work so requires. Before starting the engine indoors, make sure that the extraction capacity of the ventilation system is sufficient. Always sit in the seat when starting the engine. Use the hip-type seat belt during all operation. Make a control lamp test before starting the engine by turning the ignition key to position I, see the Operator's Instruction Manual. Figure 2 Carry out all prescribed safety checks. CAUTION The machine should be in the service position when the checks are carried out. For Service Position, see ---- not implemented: INTXREF ----: . Never drive the machine while under influence of alcohol, medicine or other drugs Do not operate the machine for long periods without ventilation or with a fully closed cab without having the fan running (to

   avoid lack of oxygen). When servicing the machine and for instance when changing bulbs, a ladder may have to be used to stand on. When you are entering or leaving the machine, always face the machine and use the steps and handholds. Always use both hands and one foot or both feet and one hand. Do not jump! Only step on slip-protected surfaces and use the available handholds and railings. Figure 3 When the engine is running     Respect the warning lamps. The red lamps require immediate action or consideration, see instructions in the Operator's Instruction Manual under the Instruments section. If you leave the machine, the parking brake must be applied and the dump body lowered or made safe with the dump body lock. Move the gear selector to neutral. Keep away from the steering frame joint, unless the joint lock has been fitted. If the machine is left unattended, the engine must be stopped. When there is risk of overturning   The cab is for the protection of the operator and it meets the requirements for roll over protection according to the adopted standard (ROPS). A precondition for protection is that the operator uses the seat belt and remains in the cab. Therefore, hold onto the steering wheel if the machine should roll over. Do not jump! As option the cab can be fitted to meet the requirements for objects falling onto the cab roof according to the (FOPS) standard. The cab has two emergency exits: the door and the openable side window. The side window is opened by pulling the ring and the attached locking strip out of the moulding and then pushing hard at one of the corners of the window pane until it is forced out of the rubber moulding, thus providing an exit. When the service has been completed, or if the machine is laid up for a longer period      When the machine is to be left unattended for a longer period, it should be parked on a level surface with the parking brake applied. If the surface is not level the wheels must be blocked. The dump body should be empty and lowered. The engine should be stopped, the ignition key removed, the windows closed and the door and engine covers locked. Prevent unauthorised use of the machine by for instance locking the cab and turning off the main current with the battery disconnect switch. The operator should make sure that the machine cannot freeze to the ground or sink etc. If required, take necessary action. When transporting the machine  When the machine is transported by road or rail truck, the steering frame joint should be locked and the wheels blocked.

   Figure 4 When lifting the machine the eyelets intended for lifting should be used and the steering frame joint should be locked. Do not forget to unlock the steering frame joint by securing the lock in the running position, before operating the machine. When the machine is transported by road, rail truck or on board a ship, strops for tying down the machine should be placed through the towing eyelets in the front and at the rear. Make sure that the machine is not damaged by the strops.

Volvo BM A25 Articulated Dump Truck Complete Workshop Service Repair Manual

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