GROUND FORCE 717H01 Manual

Ground Force Worldwide
6001 E. Seltice Way
Post Falls, Idaho 83854
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
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Printing History: First Edition – NOVEMBER 2021
REVISION DATE APPROVED DESCRIPTION
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WATER PULL
SERIAL # 717H01 •12,000 GALLONS (45,425 LITERS)

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Valued Ground Force customer:
Thank you for selecting Ground Force Worldwide as your mine equipment supplier.
Our business is based on providing our customers with innovative solutions, manu-
factured of high quality, heavy-duty materials designed to out-perform in the most
extreme applications.
Upon purchase of your equipment, we strive to provide superior service throughout
the life of your product. Our Parts & Product Support Department is here to assist
you by answering technical questions, troubleshooting your equipment when needed,
and expediting your parts ordering. We stock the most commonly used parts for your
equipment and can ship overnight, when needed. Our Parts and Product Support
Representatives (PPSRs) are available 24/7.
Ground Force Worldwide proudly provides superior customer service through
the life of your equipment. Call us anytime at 1 [phone], or e-mail
ser[email protected], and let us assist you.
Sincerely,
Ground Force Worldwide
Documentation Department
CONTACT US
Ground Force Manufacturing, LLC
6001 E. Seltice Way
Post Falls, ID 83854 USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Parts & Product Support E-mail: [email protected]
Service Department E-mail: Ser[email protected]
General E-mail: inf[email protected]
Web: www.gfworldwide.com
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INTRODUCTION

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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
CONTACT US ..............................................................2
INTRODUCTION..........................................................2
OVERVIEW..................................................................4
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................5
SHIPPING DIMENSIONS............................................7
SAFETY.......................................................................8
PRE-COMMISSIONING ............................................15
OPERATION ..............................................................20
WATER CONTROL SYSTEM......................................28
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES...................................38
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................41
WARRANTY ..............................................................52
PRODUCT REGISTRATION .......................................56
INDEX .......................................................................57
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HYDRAULIC LINES
PUSH BLOCK
GRAVITY DRIP BAR
REAR SPRAY BAR
HOSE REEL
SIGHT GAUGE
GROUND LEVEL FILL
ACCESS LADDER
ANODE
LIFTING EYE
SIDE SPRAY
STOP/TURN/
TAIL LIGHTS
LED FLOOD LIGHTS
WATER CANNON
ANTI-SKID TOP OF TANK
36" MANWAY
WATER PUMP
PPE TIE-OFF CABLE
INTERNAL
PLUMBING
INTERNAL BAFFLES
BRAKE ASSEMBLY
TRUNNION
DIESEL TANK
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OVERVIEW

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SPECIFICATIONS
The Ground Force Worldwide Water Tanker is a
heavy-duty, custom-engineered water delivery tank,
offering solutions for dust suppression, re ghting
and general water truck needs.
Ground Force water tanks are engineered with an
internal endoskeleton and dual-radius semi-elliptical
design. This allows for an optimal center of gravity
while providing the strength needed for the water
tank to last in tough conditions. Ground Force water
tanks are fully bafed to break up water ow and
increase stability.
WARNING
Do not operate the Ground Force water tank in unsafe condi-
tions. Do not operate the Ground Force water tank in a man-
ner that violates local and site-specic laws and regulations.
717H01
• 12,000-gallon tank for 631K water-pull conversion -
(BSDA) new tank build
SCOPE OF WORK
• 12,000-gallon water tank to convert a new 631K tractor
to a water pull
• For a Ground Force-supplied new Caterpillar 631K Prime
Mover tractor with two tires (tractor side) and Caterpillar
631K - complete rear wheel and brake group, draft arms
and related Caterpillar parts kit to complete conversion
GFM WATER TANK SPECIFICATION
• 12,000-gallon water tank with T1 mold-board
• Brake Saver Drop Arm (BSDA) design
• Additional steel plate on shell bottom
• Ground Force bafing system and endo-skeleton
• GFM to chamfer all sharp edges inside of the tank so the
interior coating can properly adhere
• GFM to cap the ends of the transverse bafe channel
supports so water cannot enter and corrode
• 36" square manway with trash screen/safety grate
• PPE safety tie-off cable, entire length top of tank
• Anti-skid, top of tank
• Sump to be elevated to help prevent damage from debris
• (2) D-ring tie-offs at rear of tank
• Ladder with safety rail, side-mounted
• Trunnions for draft arm connection to tank
• Tank level sight tube with shut-off valves, installed on
front head
• High performance (B4) stainless steel water pump
• Low level shut-off
• Stainless steel rear spray bar with (4) hydraulic-op stag-
gered in-line valves with adjustable fan sprays; 3" NPT
pipe couplers with plugs on each end of spray bar
• (2) 2-1/2" re hose coupling, 3" brass ball valve at
each side of rear spray bar
• Stainless steel ground-level hydrant ll 3" with legal
air gap and bottom 90-degree elbow facing forward;
includes brass ball valve at connection point
• Low-point manual drains on all water circuits
• Includes Ground Force WCS (Water Control System);
WCS quick start guide
• Front-mounted 215-gallon diesel fuel tank
• New heavy-duty rear frame assembly w/ push block
• Painted Caterpillar yellow to match prime mover
• Rear structure mud aps
• Rear LED turn/ tail/ stop lights
• Backup lights
ANODES (4)
• Installation of sacricial (replaceable) anodes in tank for
corrosion resistance
GROUND FORCE ENHANCED CORROSION-
RESISTANT SPRAY PACKAGE
• All interior tank plumbing upgraded to stainless steel
• Rear spray bar upgraded to stainless steel
• Ground level hydrant ll plumbing to be stainless steel
• 4" stainless steel gravity dump bar
• (6) marine-grade alloy valves / spray heads included; (4)
rear spray bar, (2) side sprays
• Maxi spray valve – hydraulic operated, part
#MX80-DA-H-MK2
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SPECIFICATIONS

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• Pump mounting plate upgraded to heavy-duty stainless
steel
• Stainless steel water pump upgrade (B4)
4" STAINLESS STEEL GRAVITY DUMP BAR
• Width of tank, at rear
• 4" schedule 40 pipe with 3/4" holes on 6" centers
• Operated from cab
HYDRAULIC OPERATED SIDE SPRAY
• Side spray (2) located at upper quadrants - front of tank
(2) HYDRAULIC REWIND HOSE REELS
• (2) water hose reel with 100' x 1-1/2" hose and adjust-
able nozzle
• Mounted on the rear of the machine
• Includes manual in-line shut-off (isolator) valve
• Includes addition of high idle switch box
• Air blow-down and control valve for hose draining
NITRO WATER CANNON
• Hard-wired joystick control operation
• 500 GPM adjustable nozzle
• Includes automatic drain feature to eliminate standing
water in Monitor pipe
(2) 24V LED UTILITY LIGHTS (USES BACKUP
LIGHTS WITH DEDICATED SWITCH)
• (2) 24V LED rear-mounted sealed-beam work lights
• Include control switch/circuit protection in tractor cab
• TYRI 1313 or similar 7,000 Lumens
WATER LEVEL INDICATOR ELECTRIC
• In-cab water level indicator
AUTOMATED GREASING SYSTEM
• Groenwald Beka Twin 3.1 Automated Greasing System
with 8-liter pump, in-cab display, and auxiliary grease
points on Cat 631K water pull with 34 grease points
• Optional add-on, Groenwald Twin 3.1 24V , 8L auto-
mated grease pump F605338
• Optional add-on Groenwald Twin system parts kit (large)
F198737
INTERIOR COATING
• Interior coating per spec provided by Skip Vernon CLT Inc
• NW Sandblast & Paint to sandblast the 12,000-gallon
tank interior to the product preparation specication
• Sandblast the interior of the tank to an SSPC-SP10 near
white metal
• Apply two coats of PPG Amerlock 2 Epoxy @ manufac-
turer’s recommendation of 4-8 mils dft per coat
• Apply caulking on all skip welds prior to applying the
second coat of epoxy (no additional cost)
• Have hold points for outside inspection QA after blast,
each coat of epoxy and caulking
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SPECIFICATIONS

412"
144"
122"
TANK ONLY SHIPPING INFORMATION
WIDTH: 144"
HEIGHT: 122"
LENGTH: 412"
WEIGHT: (APPROX) 37,000 LBS
SHIPPING COMPANY TO SUPPLY
THEIR OWN DUNNAGE
REVISIONS
REV. ECN. DESCRIPTION DATE ORIGINATOR
D
C
B
A
A
B
C
D
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES:
FRACTIONAL
1/16
ANGULAR: MACH/BEND .25
TWO PLACE DECIMAL .010
THREE PLACE DECIMAL .003
INTERPRET GEOMETRIC TOLERANCING
PER: ASME Y14.5 M-1982
MATERIAL:
DRAWN
CHECKED
ENG APPR.
DATE NAME
TITLE:
DWG. NO.
REV
SCALE: 1:64
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED:
0
WB
8/11/2021
SHIPPING DRAWING
SHEET 1 OF 2
S-717H01
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
GROUND FORCE MFG.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS
DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC . ANY
REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC. IS
PROHIBITED.
PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL
412"
144"
122"
TANK ONLY SHIPPING INFORMATION
WIDTH: 144"
HEIGHT: 122"
LENGTH: 412"
WEIGHT: (APPROX) 37,000 LBS
SHIPPING COMPANY TO SUPPLY
THEIR OWN DUNNAGE
REVISIONS
REV. ECN. DESCRIPTION DATE ORIGINATOR
D
C
B
A
A
B
C
D
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES:
FRACTIONAL
1/16
ANGULAR: MACH/BEND .25
TWO PLACE DECIMAL .010
THREE PLACE DECIMAL .003
INTERPRET GEOMETRIC TOLERANCING
PER: ASME Y14.5 M-1982
MATERIAL:
DRAWN
CHECKED
ENG APPR.
DATE NAME
TITLE:
DWG. NO.
REV
SCALE: 1:64
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED:
0
WB
8/11/2021
SHIPPING DRAWING
SHEET 1 OF 2
S-717H01
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
GROUND FORCE MFG.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS
DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC . ANY
REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC. IS
PROHIBITED.
PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL
157"
3987.80mm
683"
17348.20mm
165"
4191mm
TRUCK SHIPPING INFORMATION
WIDTH: 157" 3,988 mm
HEIGHT: 165" 4,191 mm
LENGTH: 683" 17,348 mm
WEIGHT: (APPROX) 112,000 LBS 50,802 kg
SHIPPING COMPANY TO SUPPLY
THEIR OWN DUNNAGE
REVISIONS
REV. ECN. DESCRIPTION DATE ORIGINATOR
D
C
B
A
A
B
C
D
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES:
FRACTIONAL 1/16
ANGULAR: MACH/BEND .25
TWO PLACE DECIMAL .010
THREE PLACE DECIMAL .003
INTERPRET GEOMETRIC TOLERANCING
PER: ASME Y14.5 M-1982
MATERIAL:
DRAWN
CHECKED
ENG APPR.
DATE NAME
TITLE:
DWG. NO.
REV
SCALE: 1:64
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED:
0
WB
8/11/2021
SHIPPING DRAWING
SHEET 2 OF 2
S-717H01
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
GROUND FORCE MFG.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS
DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC . ANY
REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC. IS
PROHIBITED.
PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL
157"
3987.80mm
683"
17348.20mm
165"
4191mm
TRUCK SHIPPING INFORMATION
WIDTH: 157" 3,988 mm
HEIGHT: 165" 4,191 mm
LENGTH: 683" 17,348 mm
WEIGHT: (APPROX) 112,000 LBS 50,802 kg
SHIPPING COMPANY TO SUPPLY
THEIR OWN DUNNAGE
REVISIONS
REV. ECN. DESCRIPTION DATE ORIGINATOR
D
C
B
A
A
B
C
D
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES:
FRACTIONAL
1/16
ANGULAR: MACH/BEND .25
TWO PLACE DECIMAL .010
THREE PLACE DECIMAL .003
INTERPRET GEOMETRIC TOLERANCING
PER: ASME Y14.5 M-1982
MATERIAL:
DRAWN
CHECKED
ENG APPR.
DATE NAME
TITLE:
DWG. NO.
REV
SCALE: 1:64
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED:
0
WB
8/11/2021
SHIPPING DRAWING
SHEET 2 OF 2
S-717H01
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
GROUND FORCE MFG.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS
DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC . ANY
REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC. IS
PROHIBITED.
PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL
157"
3987.80mm
683"
17348.20mm
165"
4191mm
TRUCK SHIPPING INFORMATION
WIDTH: 157" 3,988 mm
HEIGHT: 165" 4,191 mm
LENGTH: 683" 17,348 mm
WEIGHT: (APPROX) 112,000 LBS 50,802 kg
SHIPPING COMPANY TO SUPPLY
THEIR OWN DUNNAGE
REVISIONS
REV. ECN. DESCRIPTION DATE ORIGINATOR
D
C
B
A
A
B
C
D
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES:
FRACTIONAL
1/16
ANGULAR: MACH/BEND .25
TWO PLACE DECIMAL .010
THREE PLACE DECIMAL .003
INTERPRET GEOMETRIC TOLERANCING
PER: ASME Y14.5 M-1982
MATERIAL:
DRAWN
CHECKED
ENG APPR.
DATE NAME
TITLE:
DWG. NO.
REV
SCALE: 1:64
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED:
0
WB
8/11/2021
SHIPPING DRAWING
SHEET 2 OF 2
S-717H01
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
GROUND FORCE MFG.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS
DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC . ANY
REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC. IS
PROHIBITED.
PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL
412" 144"
122"
TANK ONLY SHIPPING INFORMATION
WIDTH: 144"
HEIGHT: 122"
LENGTH: 412"
WEIGHT: (APPROX) 37,000 LBS
SHIPPING COMPANY TO SUPPLY
THEIR OWN DUNNAGE
REVISIONS
REV. ECN. DESCRIPTION DATE ORIGINATOR
D
C
B
A
A
B
C
D
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES:
FRACTIONAL
1/16
ANGULAR: MACH/BEND .25
TWO PLACE DECIMAL .010
THREE PLACE DECIMAL .003
INTERPRET GEOMETRIC TOLERANCING
PER: ASME Y14.5 M-1982
MATERIAL:
DRAWN
CHECKED
ENG APPR.
DATE NAME
TITLE:
DWG. NO.
REV
SCALE: 1:64
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED:
0
WB
8/11/2021
SHIPPING DRAWING
SHEET 1 OF 2
S-717H01
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
GROUND FORCE MFG.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS
DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC . ANY
REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF
GROUND FORCE MFG., LLC. IS
PROHIBITED.
PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL
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SHIPPING DIMENSIONS

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SAFETY
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GUIDELINES
Equipment and vehicles must be maintained to be safe and reliable. Due to Ground Force Worldwide’s global
presence and distribution, and the myriad of local, state, and federal regulations, it is impractical to provide
specic details of these regulations. The following are basic guide lines, which do NOT supersede on-site
requirements and regulations, which MUST be followed.
• Ensure that ALL operators have been trained on the
equipment they use and operate.
• Check vehicles at the beginning of each shift to
ensure that parts, equipment and accessories are
in safe operating condition. Repair or replace any
defective parts or equipment prior to use.
• Ensure the service, emergency and park brake sys-
tems are operational. Verify audible backup alarm
system is operational and working. Headlights, tail
lights, and brake lights MUST be operational. Verify
the windshield is clear and the windshield wipers
are operational.
• DO NOT operate the vehicle in reverse with an
obstructed rear view, unless it has a signal alarm
capable of being heard above ambient noise levels
or a signal observer indicates that it is safe to move
vehicle. Some operational areas require a spotter at
all times.
• Equipment should have roll-over protection, and
protection from falling debris as required by law.
• Ensure that vehicles used to transport workers have
seat belts, rmly secured and adequate for the
number of workers to be carried or transported.
• DO NOT modify the equipment’s capacity or safety
features without written approval from the Ground
Force Mfg. Engineering Department.
• Prior to permitting equipment or vehicles onto an
access roadway or grade, verify that the roadway
or grade is constructed and maintained to safely
accommodate the equipment, vehicles and loads
involved.
• Vehicles and equipment loaded from the top must
have cab shields or canopies to protect the operator
while loading.
• Verify the Pre-Shift Inspection has been completed
and signed off.
• Based on site conditions, you may choose to have
the chassis supplier lock out the top gears to pre-
vent excessive speed.
This safety guide is provided by Ground Force Worldwide to assist you in making
a safer workplace. Specic regulations at the site of operations supersede all basic
recommendations provided in following sections.
For more information contact your national, state, or local authority. The following
links are provided to assist you in compliance:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Safe Work Australia
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SAFETY

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WARNING
DO NOT attempt to use this equipment until you have thor-
oughly read this manual. It includes important safety pre-
cautions, detailed starting, operating and maintenance
instructions, and parts lists.
2.1 READ INSTRUCTIONS
• Read and follow the Owner’s Manual
carefully before installing, operating, or ser-
vicing equipment. Read safety information
at the beginning of the manual and in each
section. Heed warning labels on equipment
• Use only genuine replacement parts from the
manufacturer
• Perform maintenance and service according to the
owner’s manual
• ALWAYS follow national, state, and local codes
2.2 GENERAL SAFETY HAZARDS
• Always ensure vehicle is CLEAR of per-
sonnel before starting vehicle
• Always use wheel chocks when servicing
or working on vehicle
2.3 ENGINE EXHAUST CAN KILL
• Operate in open, well-ventilated areas or
vent exhaust outside
2.4 MOVING PARTS CAN INJURE OR KILL
• Do not operate with doors open or
guards off or removed
• Stop engine before servicing
• Keep hands, hair, loose clothing and
tools away from moving parts and machinery
2.5 BATTERY FUMES AND EXPLOSIONS
• Follow battery manufacturer’s instruc-
tions when working on or near a battery
• Stop engine before disconnecting or
connecting battery cables, battery charging
cables, or servicing battery
• Always wear a face shield, rubber gloves and protec-
tive clothing when working on battery
• Batteries produce explosive gases during normal
operation and when being charged. Keep sparks,
ames, cigarettes and other ignition sources away
from batteries
• Observe correct polarity (+ and -) on batteries
• Disconnect negative cable (-) rst and reconnect nega-
tive (-) cable last
• DO NOT tip battery
• Replace battery if damaged
• Do NOT charge a frozen battery
• Do NOT charge battery in a closed area or where venti-
lation is restricted
• In case of battery acid getting on face, on skin, or in
eyes, ush immediately with water for 5 minutes and
seek medical attention as soon as possible
2.6 FIRE HAZARDS
• Stop engine while fueling
• DO NOT smoke while fueling
• DO NOT leave nozzle unattended while
fueling
• Wipe up spilled fuel and allow fumes to clear before
starting engine
• DO NOT overll the fuel tank, fuel expansion may
cause overow
2.7 ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAN KILL
• DO NOT touch electrically live parts with
skin or wet clothing
• Insulate yourself from work and use
safety ground
• Always wear dry insulated gloves when working on
electrical equipment
• Always lockout/tagout equipment before performing
electrical work
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SAFETY