Thwaites Mach 443, Operator'S Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...Tier II Issue 4 T0473 Mach 443 Mach 444 Mach 474 Mach 475 Operator s Instruction Manual 3 4 5 Tonne Hydrostatic Mach 475 3 Tonne Hi Swivel Mach 474 3 5 Tonne Powerswivel...

Page 2: ...hin this book This machine is designed for customary construction site operations and the transportation of bulk materials commonly carried on such sites that is their intended use Under certain contr...

Page 3: ...Contact your Thwaites dealer in case of further questions 2 Learn to operate this machine 3 Ensure you are fit to operate 4 Wear correct safety clothing and ensure that safety equipment is available B...

Page 4: ...and undamaged 4 Is the seatbelt anchorage secure and serviceable 5 Are the covers and mudguards secure 6 Are the hoses free from fluid leaks 7 Are all safety decals legible 8 Are the tyres free of cu...

Page 5: ...er secure and locked 3 Adjust the seat position for comfort and easy access to controls 4 Fasten the seatbelt Adjust accordingly for safety and comfort 5 Is the hand brake ON 6 Set the transmission to...

Page 6: ...l pressure warning light 11 Water temperature warning light 12 Headlamp main beam pilot light 13 Direction indicator pilot light 14 Heat start pilot light 15 Battery charging warning light 16 Horn pus...

Page 7: ...pressure from the pedal to reduce speed Foot brake pedal inching pedal right foot Push down on the pedal to slow stop the machine Use left foot when inching is required Push down while pressing throt...

Page 8: ...aged and the engine is running FNR High and low speed lever left hand Push forwards to travel in a forward direction Lever centred neutral Pull back to travel in a reverse direction Twist lever anti c...

Page 9: ...ions in depth Skip Rotate lever Powerswivel and Hi Swivel models left hand Tip skip 100 mm 4 to disengage pivot centring lock Rotate skip fully lowered to centre to automatically engage centring lock...

Page 10: ...to raise the frame Ensure all pins are secure before driving Beacon stowage Unplug and remove beacon Secure beacon on bracket provided beneath bonnet Battery isolator Beneath engine cover Turn key an...

Page 11: ...celerator pedal fully and turn the key clockwise to the start position S All panel lights self test illuminate and should extinguish on start up Allow the engine to turn for 15 seconds max If the engi...

Page 12: ...Rotate the steering wheel clockwise and anti clockwise Electrics Does the horn sound Does the reverse alarm sound Optional Does the beacon flash Optional Do all the lights function correctly Side Main...

Page 13: ...high ratio The machine must be stationary and the hand brake must be engaged before changing direction forward reverse After operating park safely Always leave skip empty when not in use Ensure machi...

Page 14: ...hen operating on loose surfaces DO NOT run downhill with controls in neutral Travel straight up down or along a gradient Keep speed to a minimum and use the foot brake to reduce speed when travelling...

Page 15: ...ear of articulation area when the engine is running WORKING UNDER A RAISED SKIP Lock skip safety prop during maintenance Be aware of low visibility areas when operating Before operating sound the horn...

Page 16: ...ity UNLOADING THE MACHINE Use STOPBOARDS and SUPPORT walls on trenches Apply hand brake set transmission to NEUTRAL turn engine OFF disembark the machine and STAND CLEAR Clear debris from controls Ens...

Page 17: ...d Incorrect Working Practices DRIVING NEVER dismount from a moving machine Site hazards to avoid adverse weather conditions icy surfaces people DO NOT drive with the skip tipped bulldozing DO NOT carr...

Page 18: ...to be towed plus the ballast load MUST NOT exceed rated payload of machine DO NOT exceed maximum tow bar pull or vertical load Towing must not be carried out on sloping ground Always use a Thwaites ap...

Page 19: ...t is impeded by the channel Engage chassis locking bar Lift using centre eye provided HAND BRAKE DO NOT apply hand brake if the machine is moving except in an emergency SLOPING SURFACES DO NOT step on...

Page 20: ...ed To open the pump follow this procedure At the left side of the pump below the floor plate there is one high pressure control valve at the top and another at the bottom To activate the hydrostatic t...

Page 21: ...ceeds 25A only replace with a 30 amp fuse Short circuit on main feed or starter solenoid cables locate and repair Engine stops soon after start up Blocked fuel or air filter Replace fuel or air filter...

Page 22: ...ipping side clearance 220 P Tyre clearance diameter m 8 Q Height ROPS frame folded 2120 R Max height tipped raised skip 4030 S Skip load height raised skip 2240 T Skip lip height raised skip 2170 U Ti...

Page 23: ...nce 1110 1068 K Tipping tyre clearance 530 422 L Height tipped Skip 3290 3408 M Max height without ROPS frame 2013 2040 N Tipping side clearance 190 220 P Tyre clearance diameter m 8 8 4 Q Height ROPS...

Page 24: ...nty Daily Weekly Checks AXLE OIL Hubs and centre case 1 TRACTELF SF3 ENGINE OIL 2 BP Vanellus C5 Global 15W 40 TRANSMISSION OIL 3 BP Bartran HV46 HYDRAULIC OIL 3 BP Bartran HV46 COOLANT LEVEL 5 H 0 50...