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TIME Condor V2648XL, V2648, V2653XL, V2653 1997 Parts Catalog

If you are turning wrenches on a TIME Condor V2648XL, V2648, V2653XL, V2653 1997 Parts Catalog self-propelled elevating work platform from 1997, you already know there’s no room for guessing. You need the exact part number for that hydraulic fitting or the correct decal placement. This 176-page Parts Catalog covers models V2648XL, V2648, V2653XL, and V2653. I’ve been a tech for 28 years, and factory documentation like this is what separates a job done once from a return visit. Skip the aftermarket reprints — they leave out serial number breaks and bolt torque callouts that cost you time.

Loading and Unloading: Page 5 Procedure

Page 5 of this manual walks you through loading and unloading using the ramp method and forklift method. You don’t get that from a generic parts list — this is the factory procedure for the V2648XL and V2653. Follow the sequence or you risk tipping the platform. Page 1 confirms your machine’s serial number range: X51597001 for the V2648XL/V2648, X53597001 for the V2653XL/V2653. Verify before you order parts.

Hydraulic System and Battery Maintenance

Section I covers overall machine condition, lower control station checks, and hydraulic system inspection. Section I-F details battery maintenance including electrolyte levels and terminal cleaning. If you’ve ever tried to source a replacement hydraulic cylinder for a 1997 model without the factory part number, you know the pain. This catalog gives you the exploded views and part numbers directly from TIME Condor. No cross-referencing third-party catalogs — the OEM number is right there on the page. The 176 pages include every hydraulic fitting, cylinder seal kit, and filter element for both the V2648XL and V2653 platforms.

Does This Cover the V2653XL and V2648?

Both platforms are included. The manual uses separate serial number ranges on page 1. The V2653XL and V2653 share the same supplement, but the parts catalog differentiates them. I’ve seen techs order the wrong lift cylinder because they assumed the XL suffix didn’t matter — it does. This catalog lists the differences. The V2648 and V2648XL have different platform dimensions, and the parts mirror that.

Moving from Job-Site to Job-Site

Section III of this manual covers transporting, freewheel operation, and the forklift loading method. The freewheel procedure is critical — you have to release the brakes before towing, and the manual shows the exact valve location. Section III-A and III-B walk through ramp and forklift loading with weight capacities. Ignore these and you risk damaging the drive motor or tipping the machine. The operator’s portion of this document, combined with the parts catalog, gives you everything for field service and parts ordering.

Get the Right Parts from the Factory Catalog

This is not a reprint. It’s the original 1997 factory Parts Catalog from TIME Condor Corporation in Waco, Texas. The part numbers you need for the V2648XL, V2648, V2653XL, and V2653 are here. Use it alongside the operator’s manual for service and maintenance. The decal illustration in the appendix (page 8) shows exact placement — critical for safety compliance. For related documents, check out TIME CONDOR V2648 V2653 1997 Parts Catalog, TIME Condor V14/1833-XL 1998 Operators Manual – Factory Specs, and TIME CONDOR V2033XL V2033 1999 Operators Manual. For industry background, see the Automotive Industry Overview and Automotive Industry Overview.

FAQ

Can I use this manual for a V2653 without the XL suffix?

Yes. The manual covers both V2653 and V2653XL. Check serial number on page 1 to confirm.

What if I need torque specs for the platform bolts?

This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It lists part numbers and exploded views. For torque values you need the operator’s manual or a separate service manual. The parts catalog will give you the correct bolt part number, but the installation torque comes from the maintenance section of the operator’s manual. Don’t mix them up — I’ve seen bolts stripped because someone used a generic torque chart. If you don’t have the operator manual, consider picking up the factory operator manual for your specific model year. That document includes fluid capacities, hydraulic pressures, and bolt torque specifications. The parts catalog is only one half of the puzzle — you need both to do the job right. For the V2648XL, the operator manual is also available from TIME Condor or trusted sources.

You want to fix it once, not twice. Get the factory documentation that matches your machine’s serial number. Access the Factory Manual and keep it in the platform toolbox — that’s where the manufacturer says it belongs.