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4 Putting into operation
Putting into operation for the first time and running-in period
Before putting the vehicle into operation for the first time, check whether
the equipment supplied with the vehicle is complete.
• Check the fluid levels according to chapter “Maintenance”.
Each vehicle is correctly adjusted and checked before it is delivered.
Handle the vehicle carefully during its first 50 operating hours.
• Do not load a cold engine.
• Warm up the vehicle at low engine speed and little load, do not warm it
up at a standstill.
• Do not change engine speed abruptly.
• Avoid using the vehicle under heavy loads or at high speeds.
• Avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and changing travel direction.
• Do not run the engine at high speed for extended periods.
• Observe the maintenance plans – see chapter “7.2 Maintenance
overview” on page 7-2.