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InspectionInspection
Perform all pre-starting and post-starting checks described in this Handbook. PayPerform all pre-starting and post-starting checks described in this Handbook. Pay
particular attention to the function of all instruments and lights, and make anyparticular attention to the function of all instruments and lights, and make any
repairs necessary.repairs necessary.
Note:Note:Improper tyre inflation during over-the-road operation can cause rapid tyreImproper tyre inflation during over-the-road operation can cause rapid tyre
deterioration by overheating. Tyre pressures increase with heat. Always checkdeterioration by overheating. Tyre pressures increase with heat. Always check
pressures while tyre is cold. Consult your tyre dealer for proper pressures andpressures while tyre is cold. Consult your tyre dealer for proper pressures and
tyre speed limits for roading.tyre speed limits for roading.
Note:Note:Make sure the body control lever is in the 'FLOAT' position. Failure toMake sure the body control lever is in the 'FLOAT' position. Failure to
comply to this caution could result in overheating the hydraulic oil and failure ofcomply to this caution could result in overheating the hydraulic oil and failure of
the hydraulic system components.the hydraulic system components.
Check the inflation pressures of all tyres, while cold, with an accurate tyreCheck the inflation pressures of all tyres, while cold, with an accurate tyre
pressure gauge. Inflate tyres if necessary, while cold, to the recommendedpressure gauge. Inflate tyres if necessary, while cold, to the recommended
pressure for 'ROADING'. Inspect all tyres thoroughly and carefully for stones orpressure for 'ROADING'. Inspect all tyres thoroughly and carefully for stones or
other debris embedded in the treads or carcasses. Inspect for cuts, bruises,other debris embedded in the treads or carcasses. Inspect for cuts, bruises,
burned beads, abnormal wear and damaged wheels rims. Replace any damagedburned beads, abnormal wear and damaged wheels rims. Replace any damaged
or excessively worn tyres.or excessively worn tyres.
Check all hoses, drain cocks, fuel level check cocks, and other potential sourcesCheck all hoses, drain cocks, fuel level check cocks, and other potential sources
of leaks. Make sure that all leaks are repaired and that all drain cocks areof leaks. Make sure that all leaks are repaired and that all drain cocks are
sufficiently tightened to avoid subsequent loosening. Make sure that all warningsufficiently tightened to avoid subsequent loosening. Make sure that all warning
flags, oversize load signs etc. are in place and secure.flags, oversize load signs etc. are in place and secure.
Clean all glass and adjust the seat for proper operation of all controls.Clean all glass and adjust the seat for proper operation of all controls.
Check all lights and other controls for proper operation.Check all lights and other controls for proper operation.
Make sure the truck body is empty, fully lowered and the body control lever is inMake sure the truck body is empty, fully lowered and the body control lever is in
the 'FLOAT' position.the 'FLOAT' position.
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