4- OPERATION
PRE-STARTING INSPECTION
Before you start your Crawler for the first
time each day, perform the following checks:
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Check oil level.
Check air intake system.
Check fuel filter.
Remove trash and oil-dirt deposits.
GRILL AND SIDE PANELS
Remove trash.
Clean radiator.
TRACKS, ATTACHMENTS, SHEET METAL
Check for bent, broken, or missing parts.
Check Track Springs.
HARDWARE
Check for loose or missing parts.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Check for worn or frayed wires or loose
connections.
LUBRICATION
Check lubrication points shown in
Periodic Service section of this manual.
GUARDS AND SHIELDS
Check for tightness and condition.
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Remove trash.
Check cables for tightness and corrosion.
FUEL TANK
Check fuel level.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Check for leaking lines and connections.
Check for bent or kinked lines.
Check for lines rubbing against each
other or against other parts.
Check oil level.
OPERATOR’S STATION
Check levers for free movement.
Check ROPS and Seat Belt.
Clean floor and instrument panel.
Adjust Seat to comfortable height for
operator.
CAUTION - Before you start the engine:
1) Check the condition of the Crawler. (Pre-start
inspection).
2) Be sure there is enough ventilation.
3) Be sure to know the correct starting and
stopping procedure.
4) Sit in the operator ’s seat.
5) Clear the work area of people and obstacles.
I M P O R TA N T: Do not
tow or push your
Crawler to start it. You may damage the
hydraulic drive system.
