Pre-Start Inspection TM 5-3805-280-10 INSPECT MACHINE DAILY BEFORE STARTING Do periodic service checks in the Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily chapter. A—Check pedals and levers for freedom of movement. Clean operator’s station. B—Check hydraulic reservoir oil level. C—Check engine oil level. D—Check coolant level at recovery tank. E—Clean radiator and oil cooler fins. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Check for worn or frayed wires and loose or corroded connections. BOOM, BUCKET, SHEET METAL, TRACKS: Check for bent, broken, loose, or missing parts. T105341 –UN–25NOV96 HARDWARE: Check for loose or missing parts. FUEL SYSTEM: Drain fuel filter and fuel tank sump. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM:
Check for leaks, missing or loose clamps, kinked hoses, and lines or hoses that rub against each other or other parts. LUBRICATION: Check lubrication points on Periodic Maintenance chart. PROTECTIVE DEVICES: Check guards, shields, covers. SAFETY: Walk around machine to clear all persons from machine area. TX,20,DH5500 –19–25NOV96–1/1 4-1