Mechanical Truck Maintenance

Intervals

As Extracted from

Manual No. EM8R6-1-3

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B. ENGINE EH750-3
Interval (hours)

Daily 6
Parts Quantity As
or 250 500 1000 1200 Months
Required
Every or 2500
10
1. Engine Oil Level, Check 1
2. Engine Oil, Change 30.3L (8 US gal)
3. Engine Oil Filter, Replace 2
4. Crankcase Breather Tube,
1 Every 1000 hours
Check/ Clean
5A. Valve Lash and Injector At 1500 hours, then as required
6
Height Adjustment Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual

B. ENGINE EH1100-3 and EH1700-3

Interval (hours)
6
Parts Quantity Daily or As
250 500 1000 1200 Months
Every Required
or 2500
10
1. Engine Oil Level, Check 1
2. Engine Oil, Change
a) EH1100-3 83.3L (22 US gal) See
b) EH1700-3 MTU DD 118.3L(31.3 US gal) Note
c) EH1700-3 Cummins 132.4L (35 US gal)
See
3. Engine Oil Filter, Replace 3
Note
4. Crankcase Breather Tube,
Check/Clean
a) EH1100-3 3
b) EH1700-3 MTU DD 6
c) EH1700-3 Cummins 1
5B. Valve Lash After the first 1000 hours,
a) EH1100-3 12 After the first 4000 hours,
b) EH1700-3 16 Every 4000 hours thereafter
6. Injector Nozzle
Replacement Every 4000 hours
a) EH1100-3 12 Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual
b) EH1700-3 16

NOTE: With a new or rebuilt engine, oil and filters have to be changed after the initial 150 hours of operation,
and every 500 hours thereafter.

NOTE: For a 500 hour oil drain interval, an oil meeting Category 2 requirements is necessary. Refer to the
Fluids and Lubricants Specifications manual supplied with the rigid dump truck.

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C. TRANSMISSION EH750-3, EH1100-3 and EH1700-3

Interval (hours)

Daily
Parts Quantity 6 Months As
or 250 500 1000 1200
or 2500 Required
Every
10
1. Transmission Fluid Level, Check 1
2. Transmission Fluid, Change
a) EH750-3 83.8L (22 US gal)
b) EH1100-3 93.3L (24.6 US gal) *
c) EH1700-3 110.0 L (29.1 US gal)

3. Transmission Filter, Replace 1 Upon Indication

4. Transmission Sump Strainer, Clean
1 **
5. Transmission Cooling Line Strainer,
1
Clean
6. Transmission Breather Element, Check
1
7. Differential Lubricant, Level Check 1
8. Differential Lubricant, Change
a) EH750-3 and EH1100-3 55 L (14.5 US gal)
b) EH1700-3 148 L (39.0 US gal)
9. Planetary Hubs Lubricant Level, Check
1

10. Planetary Hubs Lubricant, Change

a) EH750-3 and EH1100-3 24 L (6.3 US gal)
b) EH1700-3 87 L (23.0 US gal)
11. Axle Breather Element, Check 1
12. Axle Breather Element, Change 1

NOTE: * Transmission fluid should be changed every 1200 hours.

NOTE: * Mineral based transmission fluid should be changed every 1200 hours.

NOTE: * A complete listing of approved C-4 fluids can be found

at www.allisontransmission.com

NOTE: ** Change at transmission overhaul

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D. HYDRAULIC STEERING/BRAKE APPLY SYSTEM EH750-3 and EH1100-3

Interval (hours)

Parts Quantity Daily or 6 Months As

250 500 1000 1200
Every or 2500 Required
10
1. Hydraulic Fluid Level, Check
2. Hydraulic Fluid, Change
for EH750-3 and EH1100-3 112 L (29.6 US gal)
3. Hydraulic Filter, Replace 1
4. Accumulator, Steering, Check 1
5. Accumulator, Brake, Check 2
6. Brake Pressure, Check
7. Check Hoses and Lines All

D. HYDRAULIC STEERING/BRAKE APPLY SYSTEM EH1700-3

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity 6 Months As
Daily or 250 500 1000 1200
or 2500 Required
Every 10
1. Hydraulic Fluid Level, Check 1
2. Hydraulic Fluid, Change 170 L (44.9 US gal)
3. Hydraulic Filter, Replace 1
4. Accumulator, Steering, Check 1
5. Accumulator, Brake, Check 2
6. Brake Pressure, Check
7. Check Hoses and Lines All

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E. HYDRAULIC HOIST/BRAKE COOLING SYSTEM EH750-3 and EH1100-3

Interval (hours)

Parts Quantity Daily or 6 Months As

250 500 1000 1200
Every or 2500 Required
10
1. Hydraulic Fluid Level, Check
2. Hydraulic Fluid, Change
265 L (70 US gal)
for EH750-3 and EH1100-3
3. Hydraulic Filter, Replace 1
4. Hydraulic Tank Breather Ele-
1
ment, Check
5. Hydraulic Tank Breather Ele-
1
ment, Change
6. Check Hoses and Lines All

E. HYDRAULIC HOIST/BRAKE COOLING SYSTEM EH1700-3

Interval (hours)

Daily
Parts Quantity 6 Months As
or 250 500 1000 1200
or 2500 Required
Every
10
1. Hydraulic Fluid Level, Check
2. Hydraulic Fluid, Change 448 L(118.3 US gal)
3. Hydraulic Filter, Replace 1
4. Hydraulic Tank Breather Ele-
1
ment, Check
5. Hydraulic Tank Breather Ele-
1
ment, Change
6. Check Hoses and Lines All

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F. BRAKES-PARKING EH750-3, EH1100-3 and

EH1700-3
Interval (hours)

Parts Quantity Daily or 6 Months As

250 500 1000 1200
Every or 2500 Required
10
1. Brake/Retarder Operation,
Check
2. Parking Brake, Check
3. Steering Operation, Check
4. Brake Visual Inspection, Check
5. Front Brake Wear, Check
6. Rear Brake Wear, Check Every 5000 hours
7. Brake System Complete Inspec-
1
tion and Function, Check

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G. FUEL SYSTEM EH750-3

Interval (hours)
6
Parts Quantity Daily or As
250 500 1000 1200 Months
Every Required
or 2500
10
1. Fuel Tank Sediment, Drain 1
2. Fuel-Water Separator, Drain
a) EH750-3 1
b) EH1100-3 2
3. Fuel-Water Separator, Replace 1
4. Fuel Tank Mounting, Check 1
5. Hoses and Lines, Check All

G. FUEL SYSTEM EH1100-3 and EH1700-3

Interval (hours)
6
Parts Quantity Daily or As
250 500 1000 1200 Months
Every Required
or 2500
10
1. Fuel Tank Sediment, Drain 1
2. Fuel-Water Separator, Drain 2
3. Fuel-Water Separator, Replace 2
4. Fuel Tank Mounting, Check 1
5. Hoses and Lines, Check All
6. Fuel Filter, Replace 2

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H. AIR CLEANER EH750-3 and EH1100-3

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity 6 Months As
Daily or 250 500 1000 1200
or 2500 Required
Every 10
1. Vacuator Valve, Check 1
2. Dust Cup, Check/Clean 1
3. Primary Filter Element, Change 1
Replace at third cleaning of
4. Safety Filter Element, Change 1 Primary Filter Element
or as indicated by service indicator nut
5. Intake Lines & Clamps, Check All

H. AIR CLEANER EH1700-3

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity 6 Months As
Daily or 250 500 1000 1200
or 2500 Required
Every 10
1. Vacuator Valve, Check 2
2. Dust Cup, Check/Clean 2
3. Primary Filter Element, Change 2
Replace at third cleaning of
4. Safety Filter Element, Change 2 Primary Filter Element
or as indicated by service indicator nut
5. Intake Lines & Clamps, Check All

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I. COOLING SYSTEM EH750-3, EH1100-3 and EH1700-3
Interval (hours)
6
Item Quantity Daily or As
250 500 1000 1200 Months
Every Required
or 2500
10
1. Coolant Level, Check
2. Supplemental Coolant To be done by the engine manufacturer’s
*
Additive (SCA), Check recommendations
3. Coolant, Change
a) EH750-3 MTU DD 211.1L (55.8 US gal)
Drain and Flush After 6000 Hours or
b) EH1100-3 224.5L (59.3 US gal)
3 Years of Service
c) EH1700-3 MTU DD 497 L (131 US gal)
d) EH1700-3 Cummins 544 L (143.7 US gal)
4. Coolant Filter, Replace
Every 250 Hours
a) EH750-3 1
Always After the System has been Flushed
b) EH1700-3 Cummins 2
5. Cooling Fan, Check 1
6. Radiator, Clean 1
7. Fan Belt, Check 1

NOTE: The cooling system of the rigid dump truck was shipped with a mixture of 55% ethylene glycol and
45% water. A supplemental coolant additive (SCA), anti-corrosive agent, was also added to protect the
cooling system components. Check the coolant concentration to protect the system to -37° C (-34° F)
year round.

NOTE: * Supplemental Coolant Additive is to be added as per Engine Manufacturers Requirements.

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J. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM EH750-3, EH1100-3 and EH1700-3

Interval (hours)

Quantity Daily or 6 Months As

Item 250 500 1000 1200
Every or 2500 Required
10
1. Battery Condition, Check All
2. Battery Cables and Con-
All
nections, Check
3. Electrical Wiring and Con-
All
nections, Check
4. Fuse/Relay, Check All
5. Neutral Start Circuit, Check
6. Exterior Lights, Check All
7. Back-up Alarm, Check 1
8. Horn, Check
a) EH750-3 and EH1100-3 4
b) EH1700-3 10
9. Gauges, Check All
10. Indicator Lights, Check All
11. Headlight Aiming, Check All
12. Alternator A/C Belt, Check 1

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K. SUSPENSION, WHEELS & TIRES EH750-3, EH1100-3 and EH1700-3

Interval (hours)

Item Quantity Daily or 6 Months As

250 500 1000 1200
Every or 2500 Required
10
1. Struts, (X) Dimension,
4
Check
2. Wheels, Check *
3. Front Wheel Lubricant,
2 Every 15000 hours or at major service
Check
4. Front Wheel Lubricant,
Change (per wheel)
a) EH750-3 2.8L (0.74 US gal)
per wheel
Every 15000 hours or at major service
b) EH1100-3 4.2L (1.1 US gal)
per wheel
c) EH1700-3 7.6L (2.0 US gal)
per wheel
Refer to following
5. Tire Inflation, Check **
chart
6. Tire Condition, Check 6
7. Wheel Alignment, Check ***

TIRE INFLATION CHART

Michelin Bridgestone Goodyear
Tire Make and Size
18.00 R 33 18.00 R 33 18.00 R 33
EH750-3
Tire inflation pressure
600 (87) 700 (102) 625 (91)
kPa (psi)
Michelin
Michelin
24.00 R 35 Bridgestone Goodyear
Tire Make and Size 24.00 R 35
Quarry 24.00 R 35 24.00 R 35
EH1100-3 Transport
Transport
Tire inflation pressure
550 (80) 650 (94) 700 (102) 700 (102)
kPa (psi)
Michelin
Bridgestone Goodyear
Tire Make and Size 27.00 R 49
27.00 R 49 27.00 R 49
EH1700-3 Quarry Transport
Tire inflation pressure
650 (94) 700 (102) 700 (102)
kPa (psi)

NOTE: * After wheel removal, check torque of bolts at 5 and 10 hours of operation.

NOTE: ** The tires are inflated at the factory to a minimum inflation pressure for shipping. Before placing the
rigid dump truck in service the tires must be inflated to the pressure shown which is for standard
tires for rigid dump truck operation at maximum 48 km/h (30 mph). Check tire manufacturer’s infor-
mation for proper inflation.

NOTE: *** See your authorized Hitachi Dealer.

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L. CAB EH750-3, EH1100-3 and EH1700-3

Interval (hours)

Item Quantity Daily or 6 As

250 500 1000 1200
Every Months Required
10 or 2500
1. Air Filter, Clean/Change 1
2. Air Conditioner Filter,
2
Clean/Change
3. Mounts, Check 3
4. Wiper Blade Condition, Check 1
5. Windshield Washer Fluid
5.7 L (1.5 US gal)
Level
6. Seat Belt & Mounting, Check 2
7. Seat Belt, Replace 2 Every 3 Years
8. Air Conditioner, Check
9. Heater & Defroster, Check

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M. GENERAL EH750-3, EH1100-3 and EH1700-3

Interval (hours)
6
Item Quantity Daily or As
250 500 1000 1200 Months
Every Required
or 2500
10
1. Leaks, Check
2a. Body Prop Pins, Check
2
(EH750-3)
2b. Body Prop Cable, Check
1
(EH1100-3 and EH1700-3)
3. Main Rail, Strut and Axle Lug
Welds, Check
4. Frame Assembly, Check
5. Tightening Torque of Bolts and
Nuts, Check
6. Loose Bolts & Fittings, Check

NOTE: Some jobsites may require more frequent checks (i.e. heavy dust, rough roads, & etc.).

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