* Use extreme caution and turn on lights at night or when fog, dust or similar hazards limit visibility. Do not overdrive your headlights. * Observe instruments frequently. Report any defects or unusual noises in vehicle during operation. * Stay in gear when driving downhill. Do not coast with transmission in neutral. Select the proper gear and maintain safe speed with the service brakes and/ or retarder. Always maintain safe speeds for haul road operating conditions for maximum control. Reduce speed before turning. * In the event of a loss of electric power to the gear shift control, the transmission will automatically shift to NEUTRAL.
If this occurs, stop the vehicle using the service brakes, apply the parking brake and do not operate until the fault is corrected. * Always operate straight up or down slopes whenever possible, side-hill operation can cause sideslip and possible roll-over. * Slow down when moving in congested areas. Do not race with other vehicles. Stop in authorized areas only, except in emergency. * Brake firmly in one application. Do not FAN the pedal. Never operate the vehicle if a warning light indicates a fault in the braking system. * Always give loaded vehicles the right-of-way when your vehicle is empty. * Always watch for holes, soft edges or other hazards when backing to dump over a spoil bank.
* Always apply the brakes with the Parking-Emergency brake control when the vehicle is being loaded or when dumping a load. 2-10