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General Information.
Scope.
This publication provides the information necessary for the operation and maintenance of the TWIN DISC equipment specified on the cover of this manual. Specific engineering details and performance characteristics can be obtained from the Service Engineering Department of TWIN DISC INTERNATIONAL S.A. NIVELLES - BELGIUM or TWIN DISC INCORPORATED RACINE, WI. U.S.A. 53403.
Operation and maintenance personnel responsible for this equipment should have this manual at their disposal and be familiar with its contents. Applying the information in the manual will result in consistent performance from the unit and help reduce downtime.
Special Tools.
Engineering drawings are included for the fabrication of special tools that should be used during disassembly and assembly of a unit. Repair of this equipment should not be attempted without special tools. TWIN DISC does not manufacture these tools for general use.
Replacement Parts.
Parts Lists.
Illustrations with complete parts listings are provided in appropriate sections of the manual to facilitate ordering spare or replacement parts.
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All replacement parts or products (including hoses and fittings) must be of Twin Disc origin or equal, and otherwise identical with components of the original equipment. Use of any other parts or products will void the warranty and may result in malfunction or accident, causing injury to personnel and/or serious damage to the equipment. |
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Ordering Parts.
Renewal Parts and Service Parts Kits may be obtained from any authorized TWIN DISC distributor or service dealer.
NOTE: Do NOT use planographs included in this manual for ordering parts. Parts must be ordered from the bill of material. Bill of material numbers are stamped on the unit's name-plate.
If the bill of material sheet from which part numbers are obtained is unavailable, proceed as follows :
1. Provide the figure number of the illustration containing the part, the item number of the part, the description of the part, and the quantity required.
2. Do not use the word 'complete', but state exactly each item wanted.
3. Do not designate the quantity by 'sets', but specify the number of parts required.
4. Specify the model, bill of material, and serial number of the unit involved. These numbers are stamped on the unit's nameplate.
Parts Shipment.
Furnish the complete shipping destination and postal address. All parts shipments made from the factory will be F.O.B. TWIN DISC INTERNATIONAL S.A. NIVELLES - BELGIUM or TWIN DISC INCORPORATED, RACINE, WI. U.S.A. 53403.
If shipping instructions are not specified on the order, the equipment will be shipped the best way, considering time and expense. Twin Disc will not be responsible for any charges incurred by this procedure.
Twin Disc, having stipulated the bill of material of the unit's nameplate, absolves itself of any responsibility resulting from any external, internal, or installation changes made in the field without the express written approval of Twin Disc. All returned parts, new or old, emanating from any of the above stated changes will not be accepted for credit. Furthermore, any equipment which has been subjected to such changes will not be covered by a Twin Disc warranty.
Preventive Maintenance - Trouble Shooting.
Frequent reference to the information provided in this manual regarding daily operation and limitations of this equipment will assist in obtaining trouble free operation. Schedules are provided for the recommended maintenance of the equipment, and if observed, minimum repairs, aside from normal wear, will result.
In the event a malfunction does occur, a trouble shooting guide is provided to help identify the problem area, and list information that will help determine the extent of the repairs necessary to get a unit back into operation.
Lifting Bolt Holes.
Most TWIN DISC products have provisions for attaching lifting bolts. The holes provided are always of adequate size and number to safely lift the TWIN DISC product.
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These lifting points must not be used to lift the complete power unit. Lifting excessive loads at these points could cause failure at the lift point (or points) and result in damage or personal injury. |
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Select lifting eyebolts to obtain maximum thread engagement with bolt shoulder tight against housing. Bolts should be near but should not contact bottom of bolt hole. |
Safety.
General.
Safe operating practices should be employed by all personnel servicing this unit. TWIN DISC will not be responsible for personal injury resulting from careless use of hand tools, lifting equipment, power tools, or unaccepted maintenance/working practices.
Important safety notice.
Because of the possible danger to person(s) or property from accidents which may result from the use of manufactured products, it is important that correct procedures be followed. Products must be used in accordance with the engineering information specified. Proper installation, maintenance, and operation procedures must be observed. Inspection should be made as necessary to assure safe operations under prevailing conditions. Proper guards and other suitable safety devices or procedures that may be desirable or specified in safety codes should be provided. These devices are neither provided by TWIN DISC nor are they the responsibility of TWIN DISC.
Source of Service Information.
Each series of maintenance manuals issued by TWIN DISC is current at the time of printing. When required, changes are made to reflect advancing technology and improvements in state of the art.
Individual product service bulletins are issued to provide the field with immediate notice of new service information. These service bulletins are distributed to all the TWIN DISC distributorships and in many foreign countries.
For the latest service information on TWIN DISC products, contact TWIN DISC distributor, or write to the Service Engineering Department, TWIN DISC INTERNATIONAL S.A. NIVELLES - BELGIUM or TWIN DISC INCORPORATED, RACINE, WI. U.S.A. 53403.
Warranty.
Equipment for which this manual was written has a limited warranty. For details of the warranty, contact any TWIN DISC distributor, service dealer, or the Service Department, TWIN DISC INTERNATIONAL S.A. NIVELLES - BELGIUM or TWIN DISC INCORPORATED, RACINE, WI. U.S.A. 53403.