SAFETY SAFETY MACHINE OPERATION SAFETY MACHINE OPERATION 2 STARTING ENGINE 2 If there is a warning tag hanging from the work equipment con- trol lever, do not start the engine or touch the levers . CHECKS BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Carry out the following checks before starting the engine at the beginning of the day's work. q Remove all dirt from the surface of the window glass to ensure a good view. q Remove all dirt from the surface of the lens of the front lamps and working lamps, and check that they light up correctly. q Check the coolant level, fuel level, and oil level in engine oil pan, check for clogging of the air cleaner, and check for damage to the electric wiring.
q Adjust the operator's seat to a position where it is easy to carry out operations, and check that there is no dam- age or wear to the seat belt or mounting clamps. q Check that the gauges work properly, check the angle of the lights and working lamps, and check that the con- trol levers are all at the neutral position. q Before starting the engine, make sure that the safety lock lever is in the LOCK position. q Adjust the mirrors so that the rear of the machine can be seen clearly from the operator's seat. When adjusting, see “Rearview Mirrors (3-66)“. q Check that there are no persons or obstacles above, below, or in the area around the machine.
SAFETY RULES FOR STARTING ENGINE q Start and operate the machine only while seated. q Do not attempt to start the engine by short-circuiting the engine starting circuit. Such an act may cause a seri- ous bodily injury or fire. q When starting the engine, sound the horn as a warning. 2-23