ASV PT60, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Page 1: ...anual PT60 SN All English All Language Geographic Region Serial Number Range This manual is complements of TrackLoaderParts com The world s best source for ASV parts Track Loader Parts 6543 Chupp Road Atlanta Georgia 30058 USA 800 616 8156 ...

Page 2: ...hine Controls 8 Switches Instrumentation 9 Machine Operation 10 Machine Maintenance 16 Recommended Fluids 25 Service Log 26 1 Read and understand this manual prior to operating inspecting or attempting to maintain the Rubber Track Loader Performing any of these tasks incorrectly can lead to machine damage personal injury or even death WARNING CONTENTS ...

Page 3: ...mful Terex ASV complies with this requirement by providing the following information 2 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning This product contains lead and lead compounds diesel engine exhaust and used engine oil chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning This product contains lead a chemical known to the state of California t...

Page 4: ... to operate the machine Machine damage bodily injury or even death may result if the procedures and precau tions described in this manual are not followed closely At the time of publication all information photographs and illustrations are techni cally correct Machine Orientation Terms like front rear left and right are used throughout this manual to describe portions of the machine They are to be...

Page 5: ...kid steers 50 tipping load and tracked loaders 35 tipping load There are no standards defining the operating capacity of machines equipped with a suspended undercarriage or machines with rubber tracks E En ng gi in ne e P PT T 5 50 0 P PT T 6 60 0 Model Perkins 404C 22 Perkins 404C 22T Type 4 cylinder diesel 4 cylinder turbo diesel Displacement 134 in 3 2 2 liter 134 in 3 2 2 liter Gross HP 2800 r...

Page 6: ...ided M MA AC CH HI IN NE E L LA AB BE EL LS S A AN ND D D DE EC CA AL LS S 1 Warm engine prior to operating the machine 2 Carry loads low Load unload and turn on level ground 3 On inclines travel with the heaviest end of the machine facing uphill 4 Passengers are not permitted in or on the machine at any time 5 Never use an attachment as a work platform Failure to comply with these instructions ma...

Page 7: ...the radiator oil cooler engine compartment exhaust system attachments and other areas where there may be hot or rotating parts Remove the belly pans and pressure wash these items and all surrounding areas until clean Check battery fuse panel electrical wiring and connections for damage or looseness Check fuel and hydraulic lines hoses for leaks or damage Never use bare hands to check for leaks Pre...

Page 8: ...and 50 of the tipping load for wheeled skid steer load ers ASV publishes both figures for refer ence and comparison Note SAE J818 standards define oper ating capacities of rubber tired skid steers 50 tipping load and tracked loaders 35 tipping load There are no standards defining the operating capacity of machines equipped with a suspended undercarriage or machines with rubber tracks Gross Vehicle...

Page 9: ...figuration Machines equipped in this manner use similar joy sticks but operate using a different pat tern to control machine function In this pattern joystick A controls both the right track and the bucket curl and dump func tions Joystick B controls the left track lift arm and float functions The float function does not have a detent position in this configuration and must be manu ally held in po...

Page 10: ... U Battery Voltage Warning Light V Hydraulic Oil Temp Warning Light W Engine Temp Warning Light If the battery voltage warning light U illuminates drive the machine to a suit able location and shut the engine off Diagnose the problem and make needed repairs before continuing to operate The glow plug operation light S will illu minate only when the key switch is turned to engine pre heat showing no...

Page 11: ... the pre start checklist then proceed with the following procedure 1 Enter machine with lift arms all the way down Maintain three points of contact with the machine photo A 2 Fasten seat belt and lower lap bar into position 3 Starting with the throttle in the SLOW position push the throttle 1 3 the way open 4 Turn the ignition key to the left for 6 seconds to pre heat the engine While pre heating ...

Page 12: ...levers on the quick attach interface in the up position drive towards the attachment with the top edge of the quick attach tipped forward photo C Hook the top edge of the quick attach under the upper lip of the attachment interface Raise the lift arms up slightly and then curl the quick attach until it is fully mated with the attachment Turn the engine off and exit the machine Secure the attachmen...

Page 13: ... position of an attachment throughout the upward cycle of the lift arms Note The bucket positioning feature works on the upward cycle only The operator must position the attachment manually on the downward cycle The bucket positioning feature can be turned on or off with the switch located on the dash panel photo B The bucket positioning system does not automatically level your attachment When act...

Page 14: ...joystick photo D Intermittent function is ideal for attach ments such as grapple buckets and dozer blades To engage the hydraulic flow continu ously activate the 3 position switch on the dash panel labeled 2 in photo E Continuous function is ideal for attach ments such as snow blowers brush cut ters or backhoes Note Moving either switch from one position to the other has the effect of reversing fl...

Page 15: ...receptacle is not necessarily compatible with other brands use ASV approved attachments for proper function Two Speed The PT 60 is equipped with a two speed drive system Low range is best suited to performing strenuous work or running attachments High range is intended mainly for transporting Whenever the machine is turned off the lap bar is raised or the operator exits the seat the machine automa...

Page 16: ...top side of the cylinder ram and install the retaining pins to secure it there 5 Slowly lower the lift arms until they come to rest on the brace To remove 1 Raise the lift arms until they are clear of the brace 2 Have an assistant remove the retain ing pins and remove the brace 3 Lower the lift arms to the lower stop 4 Position the lift arm brace over the fender brackets as found and install the r...

Page 17: ...t tom of the engine item 1 3 Drain oil into suitable container 4 Remove engine oil filter photo B make sure gasket is also removed It may be necessary to remove the rear skid plate to access the filter 5 Apply fresh oil on the new filter gas ket and install new filter 6 Tighten to specifications on filter label or box 7 Reinstall drain plug Using oil filler spout item 2 refill engine to capac ity ...

Page 18: ...oil and filter 1 Remove the middle skid plate from the bottom of the machine Locate and remove the hydraulic fluid drain plug item 3 and drain into suitable container 2 Locate the hydraulic filter behind the operator s compartment under the left rubber plug item 4 3 Clean around the filters and remove 4 Replace the filter with ASV approved filter 5 Replace the drain plug and skid plate and fill th...

Page 19: ...install the new fuel filter into the machine Water Separator The water separator photo B removes water from the fuel supply as the engine runs Drain the water separator daily to maintain proper function To drain the water separator 1 Loosen the twist valve on the bottom of the separator 2 Retighten the valve once all of the water has been drained from the catch bowl Fuel Specifications In North Am...

Page 20: ... Operation on sand turf or other finished surfaces may require less frequent cleaning but daily inspection is still advised Track Tension Adjustment Proper track tension is necessary for optimal undercarriage track performance and service life Running a track that is too loose can cause the track to mis feed possibly causing damage Running a track that is too tight can cause track stretch bearing ...

Page 21: ...rack tension 1 Drive the machine forward 5 feet to remove slack from the lower and rear sections of each track 2 Lay a straight edge along the top of the track between the sprocket and the front idler wheel photo A 3 With 90 lb of weight on the mid point of the track the track should have between 1 2 and 3 4 inch of deflec tion photo B 20 M MA AC CH HI IN NE E M MA AI IN NT TE EN NA AN NC CE E A B...

Page 22: ... rec ommended and makes the replacement process more efficient but is not required For specific instruction regard ing roller replacement consult your machine specific service manual Fuse Panel The electrical systems in PT machines are equipped with fuses that help to pro tect the electrical components from dam age They are found in the fuse panel which is located on the left side of the engine co...

Page 23: ...the primary element 1 Remove loose dirt from the element with compressed air or water hose Compressed air 100 PSI max 1 8 diameter nozzle at least 2 away from the filter element Water 40 PSI max without nozzle 2 Soak the filter element in a non suds ing detergent solution for at least 15 minutes moving it gently through the solution to further clean the element Never soak for more than 24 hours 3 ...

Page 24: ... location of grease fittings found on the left side of the machine An identical set of fittings can be found on the right side of the machine Lubricate all grease fittings daily prior to operation M MA AC CH HI IN NE E M MA AI IN NT TE EN NA AN NC CE E ...

Page 25: ...aning procedure 2 Thoroughly clean radiator oil cooler prior to operation Direct spray forward as shown photo A B Note Make sure water nozzle is at least 12 8 for air from the cooler and that the spray is directed straight through the cooler or the cooling fins may be dam aged bent over which will decrease cooling performance Chassis and engine cleaning Periodic cleaning of the chassis area beneat...

Page 26: ...and performance in all ASV Rubber Track Equipment when used as recommended The ASV fluid and lubricant product line includes Heavy Duty Engine Oil 10W30 Premium All Season MV Hydraulic Oil Multi Purpose EP Lithium Grease Long Life 50 50 Antifreeze Coolant Undercarriage Wheel Bearing Lubricant ASV fluids and lubricants are available through your ASV Dealer If for some reason ASV products are not av...

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