5-1
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Brakes
9 Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage. 5-3–5-4
9 Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary. 8-29–8-33
Clutch 9 Check operation, condition and lever free play. 8-36
Parking brake 9 Check operation, condition and free play. 8-34–8-35
Fuel
9 Check fuel level.
9 Fill with fuel if necessary.
5-5–5-6
Transmission oil
9 Check oil level.
9 Fill with oil if necessary.
5-7, 8-6–8-8
Coolant reservoir
9 Check coolant level.
9 Fill with coolant if necessary.
8-8–8-12
Drive chain
9 Check chain slack and condition.
9 Adjust if necessary.
5-7, 8-37–8-40
Throttle 9 Check for proper throttle cable operation. 5-7, 8-28
Wheels and tires 9 Check tire pressure, wear and damage. 5-9–5-11, 8-42
Fittings and fasteners 9 Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-8
Lights and switches 9 Check for proper operation. 5-8, 8-43–8-46
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