Instructions for Loading and Unloading
LOADING EQUIPMENT
Prior to operation, read and understand the manuals provided with this
equipment. Also read and follow all general safety rules.
PREPARE TRAILER
Assure that any ramps are in position or trailer is otherwise prepared for loading and path
of travel is clear for loading. All other necessary preparations of trailer must be performed.
PRE-START INSPECTION
Complete Pre-Start Inspection of machine as described in
Pre-Start Inspection on page
139 .
STARTING THE ENGINE
At ambient temperatures over 32° F on Cummins engines, follow the starting procedure
below:
1. Move the transmission shift lever to the neutral position.
2. Put the parking brake switch in the “ON” position.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. Wait to start light goes off.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” position to start the engine.
Release the ignition switch key as soon as the engine starts.
PRE-MOVE CHECK LIST
Perform Pre-Move Checklist as described in
Vehicular Operation on page 218 .
SECURE EQUIPMENT
Perform all necessary procedures to assure that machine is blocked and chained in
position to trailer to eliminate any possible movement.
UNLOADING EQUIPMENT
PREPARE TRAILER
Assure that any ramps are in position or trailer is otherwise prepared for unloading and
path of travel is clear for unloading.
PRE-MOVE CHECK LIST
Perform Pre-Move Checklist as described in
Vehicular Operation on page 218 .
T300-1_T500-1_T780
Transportation
232 P/N 12261-683
REVISED: January 2015