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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Front brake
• Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
5-2–5-3,
8-35–8-38
Rear brake
• Check operation, condition and free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
5-2–5-3, 8-35,
8-39–8-41
Fuel
• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.
5-4–5-5
Engine oil
• Check oil level.
• Fill with oil if necessary.
5-6, 8-12–8-15
Coolant reservoir
• Check coolant level.
• Fill with coolant if necessary.
5-7, 8-19–8-23
Final gear oil
• Check for leakage. 5-7, 8-16–8-18
Throttle
• Check for proper throttle cable operation. 5-8, 8-34
Wheels and tires
• Check tire pressure, wear and damage.
5-9–5-12,
8-44–8-45
Fittings and fasteners
• Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-8
Lights and switches
• Check for proper operation.
5-8–5-9, 8-42,
8-49–8-52
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