Service Manual

627333-A 1-i
Contents
Challenger
®
Terra Gator 3244
Chassis
SERVICE MANUAL
627333-A
01 - Introduction
Contents
Follow Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................................... 1-1
Prepare for Emergencies ........................................................................................................................... 1-1
Safety Alert Symbol ................................................................................................................................... 1-2
Signal Words ............................................................................................................................................. 1-2
Informational Messages ............................................................................................................................. 1-2
Important Safety Information ..................................................................................................................... 1-3
General Hazard Information ...................................................................................................................... 1-3
Pressurized Air .................................................................................................................................... 1-4
Asbestos Information ........................................................................................................................... 1-4
Electrical Storm Injury Prevention ....................................................................................................... 1-4
Mounting and Dismounting .................................................................................................................. 1-4
Before Starting Engine ........................................................................................................................ 1-5
Engine Starting .................................................................................................................................... 1-5
Before Operation ................................................................................................................................. 1-5
Operation ............................................................................................................................................. 1-5
Parking ................................................................................................................................................ 1-6
Operator Station .................................................................................................................................. 1-6
Crushing and Cutting Prevention ........................................................................................................ 1-6
Hydraulic Safety .................................................................................................................................. 1-6
Chemical Safety .................................................................................................................................. 1-7
Emergency Exit From Cab ......................................................................................................................... 1-8
Operating The Vehicle Safely .................................................................................................................... 1-8
Prevent Vehicle Runaway .......................................................................................................................... 1-9
Use Safety Lights and Devices .................................................................................................................. 1-9
Operating On Slopes ................................................................................................................................. 1-9
Traveling On Public Roads ...................................................................................................................... 1-10
Stopping And Parking The Vehicle .......................................................................................................... 1-10
System Boom Safety ............................................................................................................................... 1-11
Avoid Eye Contact With Radar ................................................................................................................ 1-11
Exhaust Fumes ........................................................................................................................................ 1-11
Overhead Electrical Power Lines ............................................................................................................. 1-12
Noise ........................................................................................................................................................ 1-12
Handle Fuel Safely - Avoid Fires ............................................................................................................. 1-12
Stay Clear Of Rotating Drive Lines And Moving Parts ............................................................................ 1-13
Towing Other Vehicles / Trailers / Equipment ......................................................................................... 1-13
Modifications ............................................................................................................................................ 1-13
Maintenance And Service Safety ............................................................................................................. 1-14
Practice Safe Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... 1-14
Chemical Safety ....................................................................................................................................... 1-15
Operator Cabs ................................................................................................................................... 1-15
Wear Protective Clothing ......................................................................................................................... 1-16
Work In A Clean Area .............................................................................................................................. 1-16
Understand Correct Service .................................................................................................................... 1-17
Use Proper Tools ..................................................................................................................................... 1-18
Support Machine Properly ....................................................................................................................... 1-18
Proper Lifting Equipment ......................................................................................................................... 1-18
High-Pressure Fluids ............................................................................................................................... 1-19