MAINTENANCE - INSPECTION INTERVALS GROUP 75

AIRCRAFT RESCUE AND FIRE FIGHTING VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE - INSPECTION INTERVALS
1. INTRODUCTION Safety inspections should be performed on vehicles at
intervals specified in the table. This inspection includes
This group provides instruction for periodic inspection items which may affect safety of personnel and
intervals of the vehicle and accessories. All servicing equipment.
and maintenance must be performed at specified
intervals for optimum vehicle performance and maximum See the Caterpillar and Allison operator/maintenance
up-time. manuals provided with the vehicle for more specific
maintenance interval information for each component.
The Scheduled Inspections Table in this group lists the
inspections to be conducted and specifies the intervals NOTE
at which such inspection should be performed. Intervals The safety inspection should be performed on
are nominal periods, based on normal operating vehicles in case of a major assembly failure or
conditions. Intervals should be adjusted accordingly for if major brake repairs are required within 60
extremes of temperature or other adverse operating days or 2,000 miles of a scheduled safety
conditions existing in the area of vehicle operation.
inspection.
2. SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS Worn parts or components visually determined
Inspection intervals to be observed on this vehicle are to be in doubtful condition should be
categorized as follows: considered justification for complete
disassembly/repair and/or replacement.
• Daily (or after each use).
• Periodic - Monthly - 50 hours or 1,000 miles,
whichever comes first.
• Periodic - 4 months, 100 hours or 2,000 miles,
whichever comes first.
• Safety - annual, 300 hours, or 6,000 miles,
whichever comes first.
The vehicle Operator’s Manual contains the daily
inspections which should be performed by the vehicle
operators, see Group 46. Periodic inspections in this
section should be conducted by maintenance personnel.
Periodic inspection of the vehicle and equipment
consists of performance, condition checks, and visual
inspection of components. It is intended that these
inspections and services, listed in the table, be
accomplished by the visual and “feel” method during the
course of lubrication and should not be cause for
extensive test or corrective action unless such actions
are obviously required.

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System/Components To Be Checked Inspection Interval

Daily Periodic Safety

Monthly 4 Months Annually

50 hours 100 hours 300 hours
1000 miles 2000 miles 6000 miles
And after whichever whichever whichever
each use comes first comes first comes first

Engine, General (see the Caterpillar Operation and Maintenance

Manual for more engine maintenance intervals)

Check pressure and temperature gauge readings

while operating the vehicle. See Group 41 in the X
vehicle Operator’s Manual.

Check oil level, add oil if necessary. See Group 85 in X

this manual

Visually inspect for oil, water or fuel leaks, tighten X

connections as required.

Listen for unusual engine noises. X

Check control wires and connections for X

deterioration and tightness.

Check tension of accessory drive belts. See Group X

46 in the vehicle Operator’s Manual

Check air restriction indicator. Replace air cleaner

element as required. See Group 541 in the vehicle X
Service Manual.

Fuel System

Check fuel lines for damage and loose connections. X

Check vent opening in fuel tank. X

Check fuel level. X

Inspect fuel filter exterior for leaks and dirt. See

Groups 85 in this manual & 530 in the the vehicle X
Service Manual.

Cooling System

Check fan belts for wear and proper tension. X

Check coolant level. Inspect coolant for rust while

checking the level. Appearance of rust indicates that X
the corrosion inhibitor has lost its effectiveness. See
Group 520 in the vehicle Service Manual.

Test antifreeze solution for cold weather operation. X

See Group 520 in the vehicle Service Manual.

Inspect radiator core for bent or damaged fins and

for materials lodged in the fins. See Group 520 in X
the vehicle Service Manual.

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System/Components To Be Checked Inspection Interval

Daily Periodic Safety

Monthly 4 Months Annually

50 hours 100 hours 300 hours
1000 miles 2000 miles 6000 miles
And after whichever whichever whichever
each use comes first comes first comes first

Cooling System - continued

Inspect radiator mountings and tighten bolts as X

required.

Inspect water pump and hose connections for leaks. X

Test cooling system Supplimental Coolant Additive X

(SCA)

Exhaust System

Inspect exhaust pipe for corrosion and damage. X

Check clamps and hardware for tightness and X

damage.

Check turbocharger lube lines and mounting flange X

for loose hardware.

Transmission (see the Allison manual for more transmission

maintenance interval information)

Check oil level. Add as necessary. See Group 85 in X

this manual.

Inspect exterior of transmission for signs of lubricant X

leakage.

Inspect oil lines for oil and leaks, corrosion, or X

damage.

Check tightness of transmission mounting hardware. X

Power Divder

Inspect for leaks. X

Inspect all external oil lines for loose fittings and X

damaged, worn, or collapsed hoses.

Check clutch operation. X

Check oil level. X

Transfer Case

Check gaskets and oil lines for leaks. X

Check the oil level. X

Check mounting, tighten all nuts and capscrews. X

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System/Components To Be Checked Inspection Interval

Daily Periodic Safety

Monthly 4 Months Annually

50 hours 100 hours 300 hours
1000 miles 2000 miles 6000 miles
And after whichever whichever whichever
each use comes first comes first comes first

Propeller Shaft

Inspect for signs of wear or misalignment X

Check bearing capscrews for proper tightness. X

Wheel Ends and Differentials

Inspect for oil leaks. X

Check tightness of mounting capscrews. X

Check lubricating oil level. See Group 85. X

Check interaxle and differential lock. X

Front and Rear Suspension

Inspect for broken springs. X

Check hardware for damage, wear, or corrosion. X

Wheel and Tires

Check for proper tire air pressure. See Group 20 in X

this manual.

Inspect tires for uneven wear or damage. X

Inspect wheel bearings for wear or damage. See X

Group 500 in this manual.

Check tightness of wheel mounting bolts. See Group X

505 in this manual.

Inspect rim for damage. See Group 505 in this X

manual.

Check alignment of the front wheels. X

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System/Components To Be Checked Inspection Interval

Daily Periodic Safety

Monthly 4 Months Annually

50 hours 100 hours 300 hours
1000 miles 2000 miles 6000 miles
And after whichever whichever whichever
each use comes first comes first comes first

Service Brakes

Check operation of brakes for uneven action,

dragging, slow or spongy action, and squealing or X
chatter.

Inspect all brake lines and hoses for air leaks or

X
damage.

Check pads for wear and general condition. Replace X

as necessary..

Check wheel chambers for leaks and proper X

operation.

Parking Brakes

Test parking brakes for proper operation. See Group X

554 in the service manual.

Check actuating chamber, mounting brackets and X

attaching parts for wear, damage, or corrosion.

Check linkage for proper slack. Adjust as necessary. X

Steering System

Check operation. X

Check steering pump for external leaks. X

Check level of fluid in hydraulic system reservoir. X

See Group 85 in this manual.

Check pump mounting hardware for security. X

Check all lines and hoses for leaks or damage. X

Inspect steering stop screws for proper setting. X

Inspect steering gears for oil leaks. X

Inspect drag link and tie rods for wear or damage. X

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System/Components To Be Checked Inspection Interval

Daily Periodic Safety

Monthly 4 Months Annually

50 hours 100 hours 300 hours
1000 miles 2000 miles 6000 miles
And after whichever whichever whichever
each use comes first comes first comes first

Electrical System

Check operation of all lighting, siren and beacon. X

Check battery hold-down clamps for security and X

corrosion.

Check electrolyte level and battery terminals for X

corrosion. Clean as necessary.

Check specific gravity of batteries X

With engine running, check for normal operation of

electrical controls and indicating instruments. See X
Group 41 the vehicle Operator’s Manual.

Clean light lenses and inspect for damage. Replace X

as necessary.

Inspect all wiring for chafed or deteriorated X

insulation.

Inspect all terminals and connections for corrosion X

and security of wire connections.

Inspect alternator(s) for wear of brushes or slip rings. X

Check for security of alternator mounting. X

Check alternator drive belts for tension and

X
condition.

Check mounting of all electronically operated X

components.

Inspect electrical connections of regulator for X

tightness and corrosion.

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System/Components To Be Checked Inspection Interval

Daily Periodic Safety

Monthly 4 Months Annually

50 hours 100 hours 300 hours
1000 miles 2000 miles 6000 miles
And after whichever whichever whichever
each use comes first comes first comes first

Air System

Check governor cut-out and cut-in pressure. X

Inspect all air lines and fittings for leaks or damage. X

Check security of mountings for compressor and

other components of system. Check mounting X
hardware for damage.

Check for proper operation of low air warning

system. Alarm should sound below 65 psi air X
pressure.

Inspect air dryer for proper operation. See Group X

665 in the vehicle Service Manual.

Inspect fluid filter in windshield washer reservoir for

deposits. Also check for leaks, and check condition X
of cover gasket.

Water and Foam Piping

Inspect all piping, fittings, and connections for leaks, X

damage or corrosion.

Check operation of all valves in system. X

Inspect screen in pilot valve. Clean as necessary. X

See Group 60G in the vehicle Operator’s Manual.

Water Pump

Check level of lubricant in gear case. See Group 85 X

in this manual.

Check mounting hardware for security and condition. X

Fire Fighting Apparatus

Visually inspect all fire fighting apparatus for

corrosion, damage, or other conditions which may X
impair performance.

Operate all dispensing apparatus, using all X

discharge patterns for water and foam.

Check hose reel for proper operation. X

Operate roof turret. See Group 60A in the vehicle X

Operator’s Manual.

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System/Components To Be Checked Inspection Interval

Daily Periodic Safety

Monthly 4 Months Annually

50 hours 100 hours 300 hours
1000 miles 2000 miles 6000 miles
And after whichever whichever whichever
each use comes first comes first comes first

Fire Fighting Apparatus - continued

Operate bumper turret. See Group 60B in the X

vehicle Operator’s Manual.

Check pump clutch release bearing lubrication. X

Cab and Body

Check operation and general condition of cab doors. X

Check operation and general condition of all X

compartment doors.

Carefully inspect weather seals around cab doors

and compartment doors for looseness, damage, and X
deterioration.

Inspect all glass for breaks or discolorations. Check X

operation of sliding windows in cab.

Inspect for tears in upholstery of seats. Also check

operation and condition of seat adjusting X
mechanisms and seat belts.

Take inventory of accessory tools and fire fighting

equipment. Replace any missing or damaged X
items.

Inspect body panels for rust, dents, or exposed X

areas requiring touch up painting.

Check security of fastening hardware for the tank fill X

hatches.

Winterization System - optional

Inspect piping and hoses for damage or corrosion. X

Operate system and check for proper operation of

electrical circulating pumps, auxiliary cab heater, and X
compartment heaters (daily in cold weather).

Check operation of booster heater and circulating X

system (daily in cold weather).

Visually inspect booster heater and circulating pump

for tightness of electrical connections, and general X
condition (daily in cold weather). See Group 1150 in
the vehicle Service Manual.

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