Specifications

046-08OP-001D S/N 046050010021 - UP
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Foreword
Literature Information
This manual should be stored in the operator's compartment in the literature holder or seat back literature storage area.
This manual contains safety information, operation instructions, transportation information, lubrication information and
maintenance information.
Some photographs or illustrations in this publication show details or attachments that can be different from your machine. Guards
and covers might have been removed for illustrative purposes.
Continuing improvement and advancement of product design might have caused changes to your machine which are not included
in this publication. The latest version of this publication is available for downloaded from the internet at vanguardequip.com. Read,
study and keep this manual with the machine.
Whenever a question arises regarding your machine, or this publication, please consult Vanguard Equipment for the latest available
information
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Machine Description
The sideboom equipment is attached to a Caterpillar D6T LGP tractor. The primary use of this machine is for petroleum-product
pipeline-construction in the 20” to 30” (510 to 765 mm) pipeline range.
The operator should read, understand, and follow both the tractor and the pipelayer operating and maintenance instructions. The
operator must comply with all pipelayer procedures, regulations, and safety precautions.
This equipment is to be operated by qualified personnel only.
The daily service/inspection procedure should be performed before start-up.
Operate all pipelayer controls with no load, until familiar with machine operation.
Note: Refer to the Caterpillar operation manual for detailed information on the specific operation of the tractor unit.
Safety
The safety section lists basic safety precautions. In addition, this section identifies the text and locations of warning signs and
labels used on the machine.
Read and understand the basic precautions listed in the safety section before operating or performing lubrication, maintenance and
repair on this machine.
Operation
The operation section is a reference for the new operator and a refresher for the experienced operator. This section includes a
discussion of gauges, switches, machine controls, attachment controls, transportation and towing information.
Photographs and illustrations guide the operator through correct procedures of checking, starting, operating and stopping the
machine.
Operating techniques outlined in this publication are basic. Skill and techniques develop as the operator gains knowledge of the
machine and its capabilities.
Maintenance
The maintenance section is a guide to equipment care. The Maintenance Interval Schedule (MIS) lists the items to be maintained at
a specific service interval. Items without specific intervals are listed under the "When Required" service interval. The Maintenance
Interval Schedule lists the page number for the step-by-step instructions required to accomplish the scheduled maintenance. Use
the Maintenance Interval Schedule as an index or "one safe source" for all maintenance procedures.