AIR CONDITIONING

Service specification

Clean the intake filter....................................................................Every 250 hours Clean the air recycling filter...........................................................Every 250 hours Have checked by a specialist.........................................................Every 6 months The components of the air conditioning system need servicing at regular intervals. Make sure these intervals are respected, in order to ensure the air conditioning functions correctly and with maximum effectiveness. The air conditioning system contains gas which is subject to strict legislation. Any defect in the system must be fixed rapidly.

Warning : Never try to service the air conditioning system yourself. For any service work, consult your authorized LBX Link-Belt distributor.

Note: Operate the air conditioning system at least once a week, if only for a short time. See “Air conditioning”, in the “Controls/Instruments/Accessories” Section.

Inspection

In order to ensure the air conditioning functions correctly, inspect the air conditioner using the procedure outlined below before starting work.

Condensor

If the condensor is dirty it will not dissipate heat properly. Clean the condensor in water. IMPORTANT: Never use water under pressure to clean the condensor.

Drive belt

CD00E122 Use your finger to exert pressure of around 20 lbs (10 kg) on the center of the drive belt. The amount of inflection should be between 1/4 to 1/2 inches (8 to 10 mm). Adjust the tension of the drive belt if necessary.

Lines

Make a visual check of the lines and make sure there are no accumulations of dust, grease, etc...

Cleaning the air intake filter

STEP 1 STEP 3

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CD00E190 Loosen the screws (1) and remove the screws (2) and sealing cover (3) in the battery compartment.

STEP 2

CD00E140 Remove the filter and clean it with compressed air. Replace the filter if it is damaged. IMPORTANT: Always protect your face before using compressed air.

STEP 4

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CD00E139 Remove the screws (4) and open the panel (5).

CD00E140 Install the filter in its housing with the seal on the inside.

STEP 5

Close the panel (5) and install the screws (4).

STEP 6

Install the sealing cover (3) and the screws (2) and then tighten the screws (1).

Cleaning the air recycling filter

STEP 1

CD00E141 The air recycling filter is located underneath the fuse box. Remove the access panel and take out the filter.

STEP 2 Checking the circuit charge level

STEP 1

CD00E149 Turn on the air conditioning system, increase engine speed slightly (1400 to 1600 rpm) and look for bubbles through the sight glass.

STEP 2

A B C

CD00E142 Clean the filter with compressed air. Replace the filter if it is damaged. IMPORTANT: Always protect your face before using compressed air.

STEP 3

Install the filter and the access panel.

CS00E555 This check should be made approximately one minute after turning on the air conditioning. (A) Few bubbles observed. Transparent at first, then whitish. “Normal” . (B) Many bubbles. Check all connections and see your authorized LBX Link-Belt distributor. (C) No bubbles visible. Check all connections and see your authorized LBX LinkBelt distributor.