SRT45 Off-Highway Truck
6-1
Safety, Operation and Maintenance Manual
Roading
6 ROADING
6.1 General
‘ROADING’ (operating a truck over public
highways) requires special care and attention.
Trucks, because of their large size, are
slower and less manoeuvrable than most
other vehicles encountered on the road. Yet,
while on the road, they must be operated for
extended periods of time at or near maximum
speeds.
Before 'ROADING' a truck for an extended
distance between jobs, or between widely
scattered sections of a job, the machine must
be properly equipped and in good condition.
It is also recommended to carry a 'Warning
Triangle'.
The operator must use extra care while on
the public highways and remain constantly
alert, especially for overhead cables and low
bridges.
Necessary permits must be obtained from
the proper authorities before the machine is
'ROADED' on public highways.
6.2 Preparation Prior to Roading
Lubrication
T h oro u g h l y l u b r ica t e a n d s e r v i ce a l l
components and systems as described under
'LUBRICATION AND SERVICING' in this
handbook and/or service manuals for this
machine.
Inspection
Perform all pre-starting and post-starting
checks described in this Handbook. Pay
particular attention to the function of all
instruments and lights, and make any repairs
necessary.
Note:
Improper tyre inflation during over-
the-road operation can cause rapid tyre
deterioration by overheating. Tyre pressures
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