OM3043 Operation - Section 3 Operating Instructions Page 30-5 5. When truck body is in dump position, do not allow anyone beneath it unless body-up retain- ing pin or cable is in place. 6. Do not use the fire extinguisher for any purpose other than putting out a fire! If extinguisher is discharged, report the occurrence so the used unit can be refilled or replaced. Starting fluid is extremely volatile and flammable! Use with extreme care.
If truck is equipped with optional Engine Starting Aid and ambient temperature is below 50 o F (10 o C), turn the keyswitch to the START position, and while cranking engine, move the Engine Starting Aid switch to the ON position for three (3) seconds MAXIMUM ; then release Engine Starting Aid. If engine does not start, wait at least fifteen (15) seconds before repeat- ing the procedure. 7. Do not allow unauthorized personnel to ride in the truck. Do not allow anyone to ride on the ladder of the truck. 8. Do not leave truck unattended while engine is running. Shut down engine and apply park brake before getting out of cab.
MACHINE OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not crank an electric starter for more than 30 seconds. Allow two minutes for cooling before attempting to start engine again. Severe damage to starter motor can result from overheating. After the truck engine is started and all systems are functioning properly, the operator must follow all local safety rules to insure safe machine operation. AFTER ENGINE HAS STARTED 1. Become thoroughly familiar with steering and emergency controls. After engine has started and low pressure and warning systems are nor- mal, test the truck steering in extreme right and left directions. If the steering system is not operating properly, shut engine down immedi- ately.
Determine the steering system problem and have repairs made before resuming opera- tion. If any of the red warning lights come ON or if any gauge reads in the red area during truck opera- tion, a malfunction is indicated. Stop truck as soon as safety permits, shut down engine if prob- lem indicates and have problem corrected before resuming truck operation. 2. Operate each of the truck's brake circuits at least twice prior to operating and moving the truck. These circuits include individual activa- tion from the operator's cab of the service brake, parking brake, and brake lock (also emergency brake, if equipped).
With the engine running and with the hydraulic circuit fully charged, activate each circuit individually. If any application or release of any brake circuit appears sluggish or improper, or if warning alarms are activated on application or release, shut the engine down and notify maintenance personnel. Do not operate truck until brake cir- cuit in question is fully operational. Operating truck with stalled or free spinning wheel motors may cause serious damage to wheel motors! If truck does not begin to move within 10 seconds after depressing throttle pedal (Selector Switch in a drive position), release throttle pedal and allow wheels to regain traction before accelerating engine again. 1.
Always look to the rear before backing the truck. Watch for and obey ground spotter's hand signals before making any reverse move- ments. Sound the warning horn (3 blasts). Spot- ter should have a clear view of the total area at the rear of the truck. 3. Check gauges, warning lights and instruments before moving the truck to insure proper system operation and proper instrument functioning. Give special attention to braking and steering circuit hydraulic warning lights. If warning lights come on, shut down the engine immediately and determine the cause. 2. Operate the truck only while properly seated with seat belt fastened.
Keep hands and feet inside the cab compartment while truck is in operation. 4. Insure headlights, work lights and taillights are in proper working order. Good visibility may pre- vent an accident. Check operation of windshield wiper. 3. Check gauges and instruments frequently dur- ing operation for proper readings.