PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR 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 Adjust the mirror to a position which gives a good view to the rear from the operator's seat. q Check that there are no persons or obstacles above, below, or in the area around the machine. PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING 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. q Do not allow anyone apart from the operator to ride on the machine. 2-18