3.3. Operation Operation 3.3. Operation 3.3.1. Pre-start checks Visual inspection Danger of fire! Oil or fuel leaking out or accumulated com- bustible materials may catch fire at hot parts of the machine, e.g. the exhaust! Prior to starting the machine, check the oil and fuel lines for leaks and immediately repair any leaks. Store combustible material in a safe place. Before you start the engine Check that there are no loose nuts or screws lying around the machine. Check that neither oil, nor fuel nor coolant are leaking out. Check the condition of the work unit and the hydraulic sys- tem. Check that there are no loose cables and accumulated dirt.
Remove accumulated dirt and eliminate faults. Before starting working with the machine Perform daily the following measures: 1. Check work unit Check work unit, cylinder, connecting rods, and hoses for cracks, premature wear and tear, and play. Repair damaged parts. 2. Remove dirt and dust Check the area around the engine and the radiator for accu- mulated dirt or dust. Additionally check whether combustible material has accumulated near the battery or near hot parts of the machine, e.g. the exhaust. Remove completely any accu- mulated dirt or dust. 3. Check for leakage of water or oil around engine Check that there is no oil leakage from the engine or water leakage from the cooling system.
If any abnormality is found, repair it. 4. Check the gear unit, axles, hydraulic tank and hoses and the connecting points Check whether oil is leaking out of the gear unit, axles, hydraulic tank and hoses, and connecting points. Repair damaged parts. 5. Check brake hoses Check that there is no oil leaking out at the brake hoses. Repair damaged parts. 3-34 WA100M-5 – VEAM280201 WARNING WARNING