LOADMASTER ELITE Series - Page 13

STARTUP
The first step is to do a “walk-around” inspection of the
LOADMASTER packer and the truck chassis before
“cranking” the diesel.
Assure that the machine is in good, safe working
condition.
 All signals and lights needed for safe street
operation are undamaged and functional
 The mirrors are undamaged, clean, and
adjusted to best field of vision
 Tires are inflated and have adequate treading
 Cab windshield and side windows are cleaned
 Assure that there is no hydraulic leakage
 Check the fuel level, engine oil level, coolant
level
 Check for a fully charged and accessible fire
extinguisher
 Check the hydraulic fluid level
 Assure that all hoses and tubes show no signs
of damage or rubbing-out spots
 Assure the suction line valve is fully open
 The backup alarm sounds when transmission is
shifted to reverse
 The backup alarm sounds when tailgate is
raised upward about ¼ of fully raised.
 The tailgate cylinder pins are retained in proper
position
 The machine is clean of debris, dirt, and oils
 The steps and grab handles are in good
condition
 Check that the body mounts to the chassis are
in good condition
 The control levers and knobs are in good
condition
 Assure the body access door is securely latched
 Be sure the hopper is clear of people
 Be sure the general area is clear of any other
people (a passerby or a service person,
perhaps) before starting the diesel
 Be certain no person is in front ,underneath,
on top of, or behind the machine
 Any other “walk-around” checks your employer
has assigned
 Check that the tailgate is fully down and fully
latched
 The tailgate hinge pins are retained in proper
position
 Assure all placards and decals are readable
 Check that any work lights are in good
condition.
 Check that any strobe or beacon lights work
If the LOADMASTER packer or the chassis has a
problem that needs correcting, see your supervisor
so that a trained service person will attend to the
problem.
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