Cherry Picker 500-Hour Service Procedure

Intermediate service - boom lifts, EWPs and truck-mounted platforms (all makes)

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500-HOUR (INTERMEDIATE) SERVICE

Estimated duration: 3 - 4 hours • Frequency: every 500 engine hours

Carry-forward: This service includes all 250-hour tasks. Complete the 250-hour service procedure first, then perform these additional items. See maptrack.com/templates/cherry-picker-250-hour-service

Equipment Details

# Service Action Type Done Notes
Engine (additional to 250-hour)
1Replace fuel filter elementREPLACE
2Replace outer air filter elementREPLACE
3Test coolant concentration (refractometer)TEST
4Adjust fan belt tensionADJUST
Hydraulic System (additional to 250-hour)
5Replace hydraulic return filterREPLACE
6Replace hydraulic pilot filter (if fitted)REPLACE
7Take hydraulic oil sample for analysisSAMPLE
Boom Structure (additional to 250-hour)
8Measure boom pin and bush wear at all pivot pointsMEASURE
9Check for cracking at boom weld jointsINSPECT
10Inspect fly boom slide pads or wear stripsINSPECT
11Record all measurements for trend monitoringCHECK
Slew System (additional to 250-hour)
12Check slew ring bolt torque (calibrated wrench)CHECK
13Inspect slew gear teeth for wearINSPECT
Wire Ropes / Chains (if fitted)
14Inspect wire ropes for broken strands, corrosion, kinkingINSPECT
15Check chain stretch (pitch over 10 links)MEASURE
Load Moment Indicator (if fitted)
16Test LMI calibration and functionTEST
Outriggers (additional to 250-hour)
17Inspect outrigger beams for cracking or bendingINSPECT
18Check outrigger cylinders for leaks and rod scoringINSPECT
Electrical (additional to 250-hour)
19Test battery load (CCA)TEST
20Clean and tighten all earth strapsCLEAN
Cab (additional to 250-hour)
21Check and clean A/C condenserCLEAN
22Test A/C operation and refrigerantTEST

Fluid Specifications (General Guide)

SystemType / GradeApprox. Capacity
Engine oil15W-40 CI-4 / CK-45 - 12 L
Hydraulic oilISO VG 46 (AW 46)80 - 200 L (system)
Coolant50/50 ethylene glycol8 - 15 L
Brake fluidDOT 3 or DOT 4As required
GreaseEP2 lithium complexAs required

Specifications are general guidelines for typical boom-type cherry pickers and EWPs. Always refer to the manufacturer's service manual for your specific make and model. Capacities vary by machine size and type.

Parts / Consumables Required (500-hour additional items)

#Part / ConsumablePart NumberQtyReady
1Engine oil (15W-40)5-12 L
2Engine oil filter1
3Fuel filter element1
4Outer air filter element1
5Hydraulic return filter1
6Hydraulic pilot filter1
7EP2 grease cartridges2-4
8Coolant test strips / refractometer1
9Oil sample bottle (hydraulic)1
10Coolant (pre-mixed or concentrate)As req.
11Rags, drip tray, waste oil container-

Notes / Defects Identified

Next Service Due

Technician

Supervisor / Workshop Manager