STARTING UP AND OPERATINGC HAPTER 7THP 94/42 R 4 XXTTHP 125/42 R 4 XXTTHP 140 H/42 R 4 XXTGB-07.20057-2b. General information for operating the truck-mounted concrete pumpThe operator must be familiar with and comply with the user manual and all safety measures for operating thetruck-mounted concrete pump. He must be able to control the machine.b.1 Before starting up Secure the working- and hazard area and barrier it off if necessary Top up the fluids (hydraulic oil, fuel, water) Check the functioning of all safety devices - and controls Lubricate all grease points and check that the lubrication system is functioning Check the stability of the machine Check the conveying pipes for alignment and degree of wear (wall thickness measurement)b.2 During operation Never allow the machine to operate unattended Stop the machine immediately if any fault occurs that might create a safety hazard In the event of blockages the material must be return to the hopper immediately. Start up again slowly! Open the snap couplings on the conveying pipes only when the conveying system has been depressurised When opening pipe joints, wear safety glasses to protect the eyes from spurting concrete Never reach into or on to moving parts, first switch the engine off or depressurise the accumulator Do not modify any safety deviceb.3 At the end of operations Empty the conveying pipes Clean the conveying pipes using a cleaning ball and water Clean the hopper and the complete machine Perform routine maintenance, and repair any faults that have developed whilst the machine was running
