STARTUP
After completing the “walk-around” pre-startup
inspection, enter the vehicle’s cab.
Check that the LOADMASTER rocker switches are
all in their OFF position. A rocker switch that is ON
will show its reddish color band and a rocker switch
that is OFF will
not show
its color band.
The group of rocker switches includes 4 rocker
switches and one pilot light.
The switch labeled THRTL is the throttle master
switch. When this switch is at OFF, the throttle can
never advance because all electrical power is cutoff
at this branch circuit’s origin.
The switch labeled PTO controls whether the PTO
is engaged (hydraulic pump rotating) or
disengaged (pump uncoupled). See your specific
chassis/transmission manual for the correct
procedure for engaging/disengaging the PTO.
The switch labeled WORK turns the optional
hopper work lighting on or off.
The switch labeled STROBE will turn the optional
beacon or strobe lights on or off.
The red color warning light is labeled GATE AJAR.
This light will illuminate whenever the tailgate is
raised about a foot or so above fully closed.
Do not move truck at speeds above ¼ MPH
whenever the tailgate is raised up (fully or partially)
and “gate ajar” light is illuminated! Move only after
assuring overhead clearance is adequate and then
still move at less than ¼ MPH.
Confirm that the transmission is in Neutral and
that the park/emergency brake is applied On.
Now turn the ignition switch to ON and start-up the
diesel. Follow the instructions in the chassis
operator’s manual for starting the diesel. (Refer to
your specific chassis’ operators manual for ALL of
its operational information.)
Warm up the diesel for a few minutes and prepare
yourself to begin to travel. BUCKLE UP!
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