Magnatrac Rt1150 User manual

MAGNATRAC®

RT1150

Operator / Technical Manual

Struck Corp. - Cedarburg, WI 53012

Important Facts &

Tips for

Top Performance

The following are facts that will be expanded on

within this Manual. They are brought to you “first”

to impress upon you their primary importance in

preventing damage to your RT1150, understand-

ing how to operate the unit, and also to protect

your safety and prevent costly and unnecessary

maintenance expenses.

SAFE BLOCKING AREA

When “blocking” your Crawler off the ground for

service, be aware that you should only apply a

hydraulic jack, in the “Black Shaded” areas

marked below.

POWER VS. SPEED

The greatest amount of “Power” (drawbar

torque) your RT1150 can deliver is by pushing

the track drive handles: 1/4 of the way forward

and/or rearward. The greatest amount of

“Speed” your RT1150 can deliver is by pushing

the track drive handles: fully forward and/or

rearward.

Doing your tough/heavy work at approx. 1/2

thottle & slower travel speeds accomplishes a

few things:

1. It keeps the engine cooler.

2. It gives your RT1150 maximum draw

bar torque.

3. It provides time to make “attachment

adjustments” on the go!

You’re encouraged to completely read this Man-

ual to get a firm over-view of: how your RT1150

operates, significant safety points, and also main-

tenance tips on how to increase your MAGNA-

TRAC’S life.

PARKING BRAKE

NEVER FORGET to take off your Parking Brake...

BEFORE you drive away. If you fail to disengage

the Parking Brake, it can cause damage to the

hydro-static transaxles!

DRIVE BELT

It is strongly advised that you thoroughly read the

Drive Belt Removal & Installation chapter in the

Service Section of this Manual to give you an

over-view of the mechanics of your hydro-static

drive system.

In factory tests of different driving techniques, we

found that Drive Belt life will range from 100 to 400

hours. This testing proved that the operator is the

greatest variable in determining Belt life. From

these tests, the following driving rules have

evolved. If followed, they will give you the best

Belt life consistent with the severity of work you

are doing.

1. If your MAGNATRAC cannot push a particular

load you have two options:

A. Immediately reduce the load (raise the

Bucket or Blade) or...

B. Backup and take a new angle at the

load.

Never hold your track controls in a fixed posi-

tion (forward or rearward) against an immov-

able object for a long period of time, you will

unnecessarily wear the drive belt.

2. Your MAGNATRAC has outstanding pushing

ability, but it’s up to you, the operator, to use its

ability in the most efficient and economical man-

ner.

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Support Areas

TRACTION & TRACKS

The track system of your MAGNATRAC is the re-

sult of over 60 years of experience.

A few helpful hints are listed below, that if followed,

will give you maximum track performance.

1. Avoid Overloading Your Track System. The

track system is designed to absorb a great deal of

material, but the less you force it to “digest”, the

greater the track’s stability and overall life.

When working the machine, clear a “driving path”

with the front attachment (Blade, Bucket, etc.) you

are using. Avoid climbing in loose material and

counter-rotating your tracks. This action will “cork-

screw” the Tracks into the pile and force unnec-

essarily large amounts of material into the Tracks.

2. Keeping Up with Track Tensioning. Properly

tensioning your tracks will allow the most reliable

and stable track system. Loose tracks, and/or front

idler mis-alingment is the main cause of track de-

railment. Please see proper tensioning in the

Service section of this manual.

3. Work Smartly when Excavating. The RT1150

can do alot of tough homeowner work. However,

when excavating an area, we advise to use the

backhoe to dig, or to use our Hydro Rear Hitch &

Three Shank Ripper to loosen the soil first. Then

come through the area with a front bucket or

blade, for moving the loosened material. This al-

lows you to use the power of the RT1150 smartly

& efficiently.

LUBRICATION

The consistent greasing of all moving joints, where

grease zerks are present, will greatly extend the

life of your equipment. However, the rear drive

chains should NOT be lubricated with grease.

We advise to spray on, non-detergent aersol

Chain & Wire Rope Lubricant, approx. every 50

hours. We use CRC®brand, Grainger®Item

#2F139.

ROLL-OVER STRUCTURE

AND INCLINES

The MAGNATRACS low center of gravity and

ground gripping traction, are no substitute for this

safety struture. A must if using the MAGNATRAC

in a business.

CAUTION: For safe operation on in-

clines, or when driving out of a ditch or

excavation area when a Backhoe is

mounted, we advise to drive in reverse

when going up slopes.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSAXLES

Other than recommended transaxle oil and filter

changes, the transaxle normally will not require

servicing during the life of the vehicle in which it is

installed. Should servicing be required, the exte-

rior of the transaxle will need to be thoroughly

cleaned. Do NOT use a pressure washer to

clean the unit. A Transaxle Service & Repair

Manual is included with this manual.

HOUR & TACH METER

The hour meter is based on actual engine run

hours. Alerts begin flashing a warning 4 hours be-

fore service is due, and will automatically reset 1

hour after the service interval. The meter displays

RPM while engine is running, and hours while en-

gine is off.

1. It will flash “LUBE” at 25 hour service inter-

vals. Please see the 25 hour service section of this

manual.

2. It will flash “CHG OIL” at 100 hour service in-

tervals. Please see the 100 hour service section of

this manual.

FREE TECHNICAL SUPPORT

As always, the Struck Corporation through the

customer service department, stands ready to

help you with any technical or work related ques-

tions you may have either now or in the future!

Phone: 1-877-828-8323

Email: [email protected]

Text: 1-262-278-9298

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LIMITED WARRANTY

NEW STRUCK CRAWLERS and/or ATTACHMENTS

(Effective with shipments made after January 1st, 2023)

A. GENERAL PROVISIONS

C.F. Struck Corp. will repair or replace, at its option, for the original purchaser of a new Struck Crawler and/or Attachment, any

covered part or parts found upon examination at our factory in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, to be defective in material or workmanship

or both; this is the exclusive remedy. Warranty service must be performed by the C. F. Struck Corp. at their factory in Cedarburg,

Wisconsin 53012. Warranty service will be performed without charge for parts or labor. The purchaser will be responsible, how-

ever, for transportation charges to and from the factory.

B. WHAT IS WARRANTED

All parts of any new Struck Crawler and/or Attachment are warranted for two (2) years, with the following exceptions: Belts, which

are warranted for 90 days (excludes normal wear and tear); Rubber Tracks, which are warrantied for 6 months or 500 hours; En-

gines, which are warranted by their manufacturer; and Batteries, which are provided on a complimentary basis and carry no war-

ranty whatsoever. C. F. Struck Corp. reserves the right to make product design and specification changes without notice and without

obligation on their part to present product owners. The Warranty term begins on the date the product is shipped to the purchaser.

C. WHAT IS NOT WARRANTED

(1) Used Products; (2) Any product that has been altered or modified in ways not approved by C. F. Struck Corp.; (3) Depreciation

or damage caused by normal wear, lack of reasonable and proper maintenance, failure to follow the product’s Operator’s/Tech-

nical Manual instructions, failure to upgrade crawler with parts furnished at no charge, misuse, lack of proper protection during

storage, or accident (4) Normal maintenance parts and service; (5) Use of Struck Crawler and/or Attachments in certain industrial-

type applications may affect Warranty coverage.

D. RETURNS AND REFUNDS

In the event of defective materials or workmanship the purchaser agrees to allow C.F. Struck Corp the opportunity to correct the de-

fect in a timely manner at the expense of C.F. Struck Corp. It is at the discretion of C.F. Struck Corp to either correct the defect or

refund the purchaser.

To return a Struck Crawler and/or attachment for reasons other than defect the purchaser will be financially responsible for an 8%

restocking fee, and for shipping the Struck Crawler and/or Attachment to the C.F Struck Corp. factory in Cedarburg, Wisconsin

53012. No Returns after 90 days.

E. SECURING WARRANTY SERVICE

To secure Warranty service, the purchaser must:

(1) Report the product defect to the factory in Cedarburg, Wisconsin 1-262-377-3300 or 1-877-828-8323.

(2) Make the part available to the factory in a reasonable period of time.

F. LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND OTHER REMEDIES

To the extent permitted by law, neither C. F. Struck Corp. nor any company affiliated with it makes any Warranties, representations

or promises as to the quality, performance or freedom from defect of the products covered by this Warranty. IMPLIED WARRANTIES

OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DU-

RATION TO THE APPLICABLE PERIOD OF WARRANTY SET FORTH ON THIS PAGE. THE PURCHASER’S ONLY REMEDIES IN CON-

NECTION WITH BREACH OR PERFORMANCE OF ANY WARRANTY ON C. F. STRUCK CORP. PRODUCTS ARE THOSE SET FORTH

ON THIS PAGE. IN NO EVENT WILL C. F. STRUCK CORP. OR ANY COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH IT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

(Note: Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied Warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or con-

sequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.) This Warranty gives you specific legal rights,

and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

G. ASSEMBLY RESPONSIBILITY

Though the MAGNATRAC RT1150, MH4900 and MH8500 are offered completely assembled, it’s still the customer’s responsibility

to provide competent service ability! The servicing can be provided either by the mechanically customer, or by a local mechanic.

All Attachments and accessories are shipped in easy-to-assemble “semi-kit” form for lowest cost shipping. We provide Manuals and

Illustrations for complete service and repair so that anyone with reasonable mechanical skill can preform all required service work.

Check the MAGNATRAC Specifications & Ratings (in Spec Book or Buyer’s Guide) for a list of all standard features.

I hereby accept the terms and conditions of Warranty described above:

RT1150

MH4900

MH8500

Warranty 01.01.23

signature

print name

date

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

VERY IMPORTANT FACTS & TIPS FOR PERFORMANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

1- TO THE OPERATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Recognize Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Understand Signal Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Follow Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Service Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

2- SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Safety Before Starting or Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Operation Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Service Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Fire Prevention Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Protection From Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Start Engine From Operator Seat Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

3- CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Left & Right Track Drive Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Dashboard Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

4- OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Pre-Starting Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Prepare For Engine Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Warm-up Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Traveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Parking & Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

5- DRIVE BELT, FUELS AND LUBRICANTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

6- LUBRICATION AND SERVICE INTERVALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

7- SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Engine & Starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Safe Starting Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Seat & Rear Cover Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Engine: Filters & Oil Drain Hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Drive Belt Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Hydrostatic Transaxles: Fluid, Filters and ByPass Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Hydraulics: Attachment Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Rear Drive Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Rubber Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Center Idler System (If equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

8- TROUBLE SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

9- SAFETY & WORK PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Loader Operation Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Bulldozing Operation Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Backhoe Operation Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Misc. Operation Tips (Snowplowing, logging, etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

10- PARTS LISTING & DIAGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Index of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Hydraulic Attachment System Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

IMPORTANT: Though the MAGNATRAC is offered completely assembled, it’s still the customer’s responsibility

to provide competent service ability! The servicing can be provided either by the mechanically-inclined cus-

tomer, or by a local mechanic. We provide manuals & drawings for complete service and repair so that anyone

with reasonable mechanical skill can perform all required service work.

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Congratulations…

on your purchase of a quality-built, Struck®Com-

pact Crawler Tractor. We are confident that the

dependability and economical performance of

your MAGNATRAC®will prove that you made a

wise choice.

The purpose of this Manual is to acquaint you with

the MAGNATRAC®RT1150. This Manual ex-

plains how to operate and service your Crawler,

and how to maintain its high operating efficiency.

Instructions are given clearly, with the intention of

making these operations as easy as possible.

Keep this Manual in a convenient place for quick

and easy reference. Use it as a guide whenever

questions arise. You have purchased a depend-

able, sturdy Crawler, but only by operating and

caring for it properly can you expect to receive the

service and long life for which it was designed.

If in the future you need new parts to replace

those that may be worn, insist on genuine Struck®

parts. They are exact duplicates of the originals,

made from the same patterns and of the same

high-quality materials.

When ordering parts, always be sure to give the

following information for your Crawler:

MAGNATRAC Records

MAGNATRAC Model: _______________________

MAGNATRAC Serial # ______________________

Engine Model: ______________________________

Engine Serial # _____________________________

Ship Date: __________________________________

Mail: STRUCK CORPORATION

W51N545 STRUCK LANE

CEDARBURG, WI 53012

Phone: (262) 377-3300 local

(877) 828-8323 toll-free

Text: (262) 278-9298

Email: [email protected]

Web: struckcorp.com

*For immediate service always call the factory

and ask for a technician.

1- TO THE OPERATOR

RECOGNIZE

SAFETY

INFORMATION

This is the safety-alert symbol. When

you see this symbol on your Crawler or

in this Manual, be alert to the potential

for personal injury.

UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS

A signal word — DANGER, WARNING, or CAU-

TION — is used with the safety-alert symbol.

DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.

Safety labels with the signal word DANGER or

WARNING are typically near specific hazards.

General precautions are listed on CAUTION

safety labels. CAUTION also calls attention to

safety messages in this Manual.

FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Carefully read all safety messages in this Manual

and on your Crawler and Attachment safety labels.

Follow recommended precautions and safe oper-

ating practices.

Keep safety labels in good condition. Replace

missing or damaged safety labels.

To keep your Crawler running efficiently, read the

instructions in this Manual.

Left side, right side, front, and rear are viewed by

facing in the direction of the Crawler’s forward

travel.

Record your Crawler serial numbers in the space

provided. You need this information when you

order parts.

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Date Service Work

_______ ________________________________________

Date Service Work

_______ ________________________________________

SERVICE & MAINTENANCE RECORDS

Proper service and maintenance work is critical to trouble free operation of your equipment. It is

also critical to diagnosing problems should they arise. Use the space provided on the following -

page to record maintenance and service work performed.

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2- SAFETY RULES

Reports on accidents show that care-

less use of machinery causes a high

percentage of accidents. You can avoid

many accidents by following the safety

rules on these pages. Study these rules carefully

and enforce them on the job

.

SAFETY BEFORE STARTING OR

OPERATION

The Crawler should be operated only by persons

18 years old or older.

Clothing worn by the operator should be fairly tight

and NOT baggy.

Fasten a first aid kit to the Crawler.

Fasten a fire extinguisher to the Crawler. Keep

the extinguisher fully charged. Learn to use it cor-

rectly.

If the Crawler has an unsafe condition, do not op-

erate. Put a tag on the Track Drive Controls.

Do not start or operate the Crawler unless you are

in the operator’s seat.

Before you start the Engine, be sure there is

plenty of ventilation.

Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from power-

driven parts.

Fasten a slow-moving vehicle sign to the rear of

the Crawler.

Guards, shields, and other protective devices

must be in place and in good condition.

Before you start or operate the Crawler, clear the

area of all persons and obstacles.

OPERATION SAFETY

When you operate the Crawler, do not allow any-

one to ride on the Crawler or its equipment.

Drive at safe speeds at all times, especially on

rough ground and hillsides.

Carry the Bucket or Blade as low as possible at

all times, especially when you work on a hillside

or back up a steep hill.

Do not drive too close to the edge of a ditch or ex-

cavation.

Watch for overhead wires. Do not touch wires

with any part of the Crawler or its Attachments.

Do not leave your Crawler unattended with the En-

gine running.

Keep work areas as level as possible.

When loading logs with the Log Forks, make sure

the logs are balanced.

When you drive out of a ditch or excavation, or up

a steep hillside, or when Crawler is hitched to a

heavy load, engage Track Drive Controls slowly. If

the front of the Crawler comes off the ground, re-

lease Track Controls immediately.

Do not use the Crawler as a battering ram.

Do not guide cable onto Winch Drum with your

hands.

When you drive the Crawler on a road, use the

correct lights to warn operators of other vehicles.

Before you move any equipment, be sure all per-

sons are away from the Crawler.

When the Crawler is operating, only the operator

should be on it.

If it is necessary to make checks with the Engine

running, always use two people...the operator at

the controls should be able to see the person

doing the checking

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS!

BEFORE YOU GET OFF THE UNIT:

Move Track Drive Controls to neutral.

Engage Parking Brake Lever.

Lower all equipment to the ground.

Move throttle to idle for 1 minute.

Stop Engine and remove the key.

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SERVICE SAFETY

Be sure you understand a service procedure be-

fore you work on the Crawler.

Unauthorized modifications to the Crawler may

impair the function and/or safety and affect

Crawler life.

Do not work under Crawler or raised equipment

unless it is correctly supported...contact factory for

recommended procedures.

Before you work on the Engine or electrical sys-

tem, disconnect the battery’s “ground” ( - ) termi-

nal first! When work is finished, connect battery’s

“ground” terminal ( - ) last.

When driving connecting pins (Spring Pins), wear

goggles or safety glasses.

Do not run Engine while working on the Crawler.

Be careful when handling any type of fuel. Do not

smoke while filling the fuel tank or working on the

fuel system.

Check for faulty wiring or loose connections.

Do not lubricate or work on the Crawler while it is

moving.

When you work near the Tracks, use extreme

care. Do not disassemble parts unless you know

the correct procedure and have correct tools.

FIRE PREVENTION MAINTENANCE

Be prepared if an accident or fire should occur.

Know where the first aid kit and the fire extin-

guisher are located...know how to use them.

Check fire extinguisher for correct charge.

Do not smoke while refueling or handling highly

flammable material.

Shut off the Engine when refueling.

Use care in refueling if the Engine is hot.

Do not use open pans of gasoline or diesel fuel for

cleaning parts. Use good commercial, nonflam-

mable solvents.

Provide adequate ventilation when charging bat-

tery.

Do not check battery charge by placing metal ob-

jects across the posts.

Do not allow sparks or an open flame near battery.

Do not smoke near battery.

Never check fuel, battery electrolyte, or coolant

levels with an open flame.

Never use an open flame to look for leaks any-

where on the equipment.

Never use an open flame as light anywhere on or

around the equipment.

Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.

Inspect electrical wiring for worn or frayed insula-

tion. Install new wiring if wires are damaged.

Temperature in Engine compartment may go up

immediately after you stop the Engine. Be on

guard for fires.

Before you clean trash from the Engine compart-

ment, wait until the Engine has cooled. Open

Hood to cool the Engine faster. While the Engine

cools, clean trash from other areas.

Check for leaking fuel lines or fittings with a piece

of cardboard or wood. Do not use your hands.

Tighten loose fittings. If hoses are kinked, install

new parts.

NOISE PROTECTION

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause im-

pairment or loss of hearing. Wear a suitable hear-

ing protective device such as earplugs to protect

against objectionable or uncomfortably loud noise.

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START ENGINE ONLY FROM THE

OPERATOR’S SEAT!

Avoid possible injury or death from Crawler run-

away.

Do not start Engine by shorting across starter so-

lenoid terminals. Crawler may start and move if

normal circuitry is bypassed.

CAUTION: Never start Engine while

standing on ground. Start Engine only

from operator’s seat, with Brake en-

gaged.

Inspect your Crawler carefully each day before

you start it. See “Pre-Start Inspection”.

Clean your Crawler regularly.

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MAGNATRAC RT1150 User manual

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