W. Va. Code R. § 196-1-19

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 196-1-19 - Scheduled Maintenance

19.1. At intervals not exceeding one hundred hours of engine operation, a qualified mechanic shall perform the following maintenance and make all necessary adjustments or repairs or remove the equipment from service:

19.1.a. Wash or steam-clean the equipment.

19.1.b. Check for and remove any accumulations of coal, coal dust or other combustible materials.

19.1.c. Check the equipment for damaged or missing components or other visible defects.

19.1.d. Conduct electrical and safety component inspections.

19.1.e. Replace engine oil and filter. The WV Diesel Commission may approve a replacement interval greater than 100 hours.

19.1.f. Check the transmission oil level and add oil, if necessary.

19.1.g. Check hydraulic oil level and add oil, if necessary.

19.1.h. Check the engine coolant level and add coolant, if necessary.

19.1.i. Check all other fluid levels and add fluid, if necessary.

19.1.j. Check for oil, coolant and other fluid leaks.

19.1.k. Inspect the cooling fan, radiator and shroud. Remove any obstructions and make necessary repairs.

19.1.l. Check all belts. Tighten or replace, if necessary.

19.1.m. Check the battery and service as necessary.

19.1.n. Check the automatic fire suppression system.

19.1.o. Check the portable fire extinguisher.

19.1.p. Check the lights.

19.1.q. Check the warning devices.

19.1.r. With the engine operating, check and replace or repair the following:

19.1.r.(I) Oil pressure.

19.1.r. (ii) Intake air restriction at full engine speed.

19.1.r.(iii) Exhaust gas restriction at full engine speed.

19.1.r. (iv) Exhaust flame arrestor.

19.1.r. (v) All gauges and controls.

19.1.s. Conduct repeatable loaded engine-operating test in accordance with section § 196-1-20.

19.1.t. Evaluate and interpret the results of all of the above tests and examinations and make all necessary repairs or remove equipment from service.

19.1.u. Comply with recordkeeping requirements pursuant to section § 196-1-17.

W. Va. Code R. § 196-1-19