1-22 Safety
022-00029AE Operation and Maintenance Manual
CHECKS BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
Every day before starting the engine for the first time, carry out the following checks. If these checks are
not carried out properly, there is danger of serious injury.
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Completely remove all wood chips, leaves, grass, paper and other flammable materials
accumulated in the engine compartment and around the battery. They could cause a fire.
Remove any dirt from the window glass, mirrors, handrails, and steps.
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Do not leave tools or spare parts laying around in the operator's compartment. The vibration of
the machine when traveling or during operations may cause them to fall and damage or break
the control levers or switches. They may also get caught in the gap of the control levers and
cause the work equipment to malfunction or move dangerously. This may lead to unexpected
accidents.
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Check the coolant level, fuel level, and hydraulic tank oil level, and check for clogged air cleaner
and damage to the electrical wiring.
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Adjust the operator's seat to a position where it is easy to operate the machine, and check the
seat belt and mounts for damage and wear.
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Check the operation of the gauges and the angle of the mirrors, and check that the safety lever
is in "LOCKED" position.
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If any abnormalities are found in the above checks, carry out repairs immediately.
ENGINE STARTING
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Walk around your machine before getting in operator’s cab. Look for evidence of leaking fluid,
loose fasteners, misaligned assemblies or any other indications of possible equipment hazard.
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All equipment covers and machinery safety guards must be in place, to protect against injury
while machine is being operated.
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Look around work site area for potential hazards, or people or property that could be at risk
while operation is in progress.
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NEVER start engine if there is any indication that maintenance or service work is in progress, or
if a warning tag is attached to controls in cab.
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A machine that has not been used recently, or is being operated in extremely cold
temperatures, could require a warm-up or maintenance service before start up.
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Check gauges and monitor displays for normal operation before starting engine. Listen for
unusual noises and remain alert for other potentially hazardous conditions at start of work cycle.
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Check tire inflation and check tires for damage or uneven wear. Perform maintenance before
operation.
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Do not short circuit the starting motor to start the engine. This is not only dangerous, but may
also damage the machine.
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When starting the engine, sound the horn as an alert.
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Start and operate the machine only while seated.
