P-M… SAFETY SYSTEMS AND
OVERALL LEGACY “3”
1 & 2 CHECK THE BACKUP ALARM TO BE IN GOOD WORKING
CONDITION...EVERY DAY
The LEGACY3 has a back up alarm (grommet mounted) in the upper
“light bar”. This backup alarm is wired to sound
not only with the
transmission in reverse, but also whenever the tailgate raises up about
a foot above fully closed. Repair this important system immediately if it
does not “sound” when (a) the tailgate is raised upward about a foot
or (b) when the chassis transmission is shifted into reverse. See the
Table of Contents to locate the wiring schematic to aid in
troubleshooting this system.
3
CHECK THE “DRIVER SIGNALLING BUZZERS” TO BE IN
GOOD WORKING CONDITION…EVERY DAY
There are two “button switches”. One switch is on the left side of
tailgate and one on the right side of tailgate. They are labeled “driver
signal”. One “buzzer” is mounted under the dash and is controlled by
either “driver signal” switch. Repair immediately. See Table of
Contents for wiring schematics to aid in troubleshooting this signal
system. The wiring scheme is for either of these switches to “make
ground”.
4
CHECK THE SIDE STEPS TO BE SECURELY ATTACHED,
FLAT
AND
STRAIGHT,
AND
NOT
IMPACT
DAMAGED…EVERY DAY
LOADMASTER has these fabricated steel parts listed in the PARTS
MANUAL. Repair or replace these steps as needed.
5
CHECK THAT THE VARIOUS LIGHTS AND SIGNALS
NEEDED FOR SAFE STREET TRAVEL ARE IN GOOD
WORKING CONDITION…EVERY DAY
Some of these lights are mounted to the LEGACY3 body and some are
a part of the chassis. See the Table of Contents for wiring diagrams (if
needed) to troubleshoot a wiring problem. Most often a simple “lamp”
(bulb) replacement is needed.
6
CHECK THAT THE “GATE AJAR” IN-CAB PILOT LITE IS IN
GOOD WORKING CONDITION…EVERY DAY
This “gate ajar” light will properly illuminate whenever the tailgate is
raised up about 1-2 foot. There is a wobble-stick switch located at the
tailgate to body hinge on driver’s side of body (left side). This wobble-
stick limit switch’s job is to control the “gate ajar” pilot light. This pilot
light is the only light mounted in the “rocker switch” panel in the cab.
The wobble-stick limit switch is wired NC (normally closed) and is held
open when the tailgate is almost fully down. See Table of Contents to
locate the wiring schematic to help trouble shoot.
7
CHECK THAT THE GRAB HANDLES ARE SECURELY
ANCHORED…EVERY DAY
Look for any evidence of structural cracks. Repair if needed.
8
CHECK THAT THE BODY ACCESS DOOR’S LADDER,
HINGES, AND LATCH ARE IN GOOD CONDITION…EVERY
DAY
The ladder’s fasteners must be snug and the hinges not worn. Once a
month a little grease on the slam-latch’s bolt will assures a good
action. Repair worn or failed parts.
9
CHECK THE INFORMATIONAL DECALS, THE SAFETY
DECALS AND OTHER LABELS TO BE READABLE, CLEAN,
AND IN GOOD CONDITION…EVERY DAY
Make a photocopy of the decals shown in this manual. Walk around
the LEGACY3 and circle in red any that need replacement.
LOADMASTER has them in stock. Replace immediately.
If you repaint either mask-off the decals or order a complete fresh set
from LOADMASTER. They are not particularly expensive.
10
CHECK THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FOR ANY EXTERNAL
LEAKS…EVERY DAY
Hydraulic fluid is flammable and messy. It can cause people to lose
good footing and fall… on the LEGACY3 and on the shop floor. Look
for leaky connections, pump shaft leaks, valve leakage, etc and repair
immediately.
Check the hoses for rubout spots that can later cause sudden hose
failure. Check the steel tube runs for impact damage. Repair
immediately.
11
CHECK THAT THE KNOBBED HAND LEVERS MOVE FREELY
AND RETURN FREELY TO THEIR CENTERED-NEUTRAL
POSITONS…EVERY DAY
The two hand-levers at the body-mounted valve (tailgate raise/lower
and ejector extend/retract) are spring-centered. Make sure the spring
itself (by itself) can return the spool to neutral-centered position. If the
operator must add his own force to get to neutral, the spool needs
repair. The
option hand levers of the tailgate-mounted valve are the
same types of operation…spring-centered. The two controls for the
hopper blades (sweep and slide) have knockout positioners that
properly “hold” the spool shifted, then release when pressure rises to
their pressure settings.
Troubleshoot and repair any spool operation that is not as described
above.
12
CHECK THAT THE LEGACY3 ITSELF AND THE TRUCK
CHASSIS ARE CLEAN AND FREE OF DEBRIS…MONTHLY
Actually make sure it is clean EVERY DAY. LOADMASTER suggests you
pressure wash the LEGACY3
at least MONTHLY. A weekly wash is even
better. Keeping your LEGACY3 clean will promote paint durability,
significantly reduce your fire risks, reduce slippery hands and feet, and
give the truck’s operator a sense of order and professionalism. Also, all
of the service/maintenance people will then have better working
conditions. Stale garbage matter is foul and nasty.
Some debris will “blowby” the ejector blade settle on the cab’s side of
the ejector. Shovel this debris to the outside once a week. Always
“park” the ejector blade fully rearward (towards the tailgate) before
entering the body.
DANGER…Shutdown the diesel and place the ignition keys in
your pocket before entering the body access door!
When pressure washing, do not
directly “blast” the electrical
components such as the various switches…you may water damage
them.
When pressure washing, always keep both feet squarely on the
ground. The LEGACY3’s painted steel surfaces will become extremely
SLIPPERY when doused in soapy water!
Shutdown the diesel and place the ignition keys in your
pocket before doing any cleaning.
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