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[2] CHECKS BEFORE STARTING
Before starting the engine at the beginning of the day’s work, carry out the following checks before starting and checks when
required.
For details of the checks before starting, checks when required, and other maintenance, see “MAINTENANCE”.
1. Checks when required
(1) Check, adjust rubber crawler tension
(2) Check rubber crawler for damage, wear
(3) Clean, replace air cleaner
(4) Clean inside of cooling system and change coolant
(5) Check, clean radiator fins, oil cooler fins, inter cooler fins
(6) Check window washer fluid level, add fluid
(7) Check battery electrolyte level, add distilled water
2. Checks before starting
(1) Check, add coolant
(2) Check, add fuel
(3) Check engine lubricating oil level, add oil
(4) Check, add oil to hydraulic tank
(5) Check dust indicator
(6) Check, adjust fan belt tension
(7) Check electrical wiring
(8) Check operation of switches, lamps, gauges
(9) Check operation of horn, alarm buzzer
[3] ADJUST OPERATOR’S SEAT
• Adjust the operator’s seat before operations. Always adjust the operator’s seat after it has been used by another
operator.
• Adjust the operator’s seat so that you can operate the travel lever easily with your back against the seat backrest.
• Never adjust the seat when traveling.
• Always lower the armrest and fasten the seat belt before starting operation.
The armrest and seat belt are installed to prevent the danger of the operator falling from the operator’s seat if the
machine tips at an angle when traveling.
For details of adjusting the operator’s seat, see “2.10 OPERATOR’S SEAT”.
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