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RECOMMENDED DAILY OPERATION CHECKS
 Before operating the Liftgate, the operator should do the following:
Use the operation instructions in this manual to lower the Liftgate to 
the ground and open the platform and fl ipover.
  Check slider assembly, frame assembly, lift arms, and tilt arms for 
cracks and bends. Also, make sure all bolts, nuts and pins are in 
place and undamaged.
  Check the hydraulic cylinders for leaking seals and hose connections. 
Follow the hydraulic hoses (or return lines for gravity down Liftgates) 
from the cylinders to pump box. Make sure all hoses are connected at 
both ends and there are no cracks, chafi ng, and fl uid leaks.
  Make sure slider assembly, frame assembly, lift arms, and tilt arms are 
clean (no oil, debris, or corrosion). 
NOTE: Before you check the Liftgate, park vehicle on fl at ground 
and set the parking brake.
NOTE: If any of the following operation checks reveal a need to 
service or repair Liftgate, do not operate the Liftgate until a 
qualifi ed mechanic services or repairs the Liftgate.
 Visually check that pump cover is latched closed securely and undam-
aged. Look for hydraulic fl uid leaking from the pump box.
 Visually check that control switch is in place and undamaged.
 Visually check that all decals are in place (see DECAL pages). Also 
make sure decals are clean, legible, and undamaged.
 Visually check that hydraulic locks are in place and undamaged.
 Make sure battery is fully charged and battery terminal connections are 
clean and tight.
 Make sure cab cutoff switch is ON, if equipped.
 Check that safety chain and snap hook are in place on models with no 
controller.