SWX ”B” Series Operator's Manual - Shuttlewagon mobile railcar ...

Safety
II. Safety
The operator of the Shuttlewagon ® is entirely responsible for the safe handling
of the machine and must take every precaution to assure that the
unit is maintained properly and that all systems are in good working order
prior to start-up. Like any piece of heavy equipment, if poorly maintained
or carelessly and improperly operated, the Shuttlewagon ® could cause
injury to the user and/or others in the vicinity.
Because the Shuttlewagon ® utilizes air and hydraulic systems for operation,
a cracked hose or improperly tightened fitting can cause a loss of air or
hydraulic pressure potentially resulting in loss of braking power or other
related mechanical failure.
It is imperative that checks of the mechanical systems, exterior features
and interior functions be performed daily in order to operate in a safe and
efficient manner.
Under no circumstances should you, the operator, attempt to use or move
the Shuttlewagon ® until you are satisfied that everything is in working order
and safe to operate.
Mechanical Safety
As mentioned, the Shuttlewagon ® uses air and hydraulic systems for operation.
The hydraulic system operates the:
• rail gear
• steering system
• coupler positioner cylinders
parking brake
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If hydraulic pressure does not build up, the rail wheels cannot be lowered
and used to guide the Shuttlewagon ® along the rail.
The air system operates the:
• the Shuttlewagon® brakes
• the railcar brakes
• the air adjustable suspension seat
the coupler opening mechanism
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Inadequate air pressure will not allow either the vehicle brakes or the railcar
brakes to function properly.
It is important that air and hydraulic pressures have built up to the correct
pressure before moving the Shuttlewagon ® . There are many reasons pressure
may not build. Under no circumstances should the Shuttlewagon be
moved if pressures do not build to the correct minimum setting.