OM3005.1 Operation - Section 3 Operating Instructions Page 3-9 SAFE PARKING PROCEDURES SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE The operator must continue the use of safety precau- tions when preparing for parking and engine shut- down. The following sequence of shutdown procedure is im- portant and should be followed at each shutdown. 1. Stop truck, reduce engine RPM to low idle. Place Transmission Range Selector in " N eutral" and ap- ply parking brake. In the event that the equipment is being worked in consecutive shifts, any questionable truck perform- ance the operator may have noticed must be checked by maintenance personnel before the truck is released to another operator. 2.
Allow the engine to cool by running at low idle for 3 to 5 minutes. 1. The truck should be parked on level ground, if at all possible. If parking must be done on a grade, the truck should be positioned at right angles to the grade. 3. Turn key switch "Off" and wait at least 90 seconds. After engine has stopped, Insure steering circuit is completely bled down by turning steering wheel back and forth several times. No front wheel movement will occur when hydraulic pressure is relieved. 2. The parking brake must be applied and/or chocks placed fore/aft of wheels so that the truck cannot roll. Each truck should be parked at a reasonable distance from another. 4.
Close and lock all windows, remove key from key switch and lock cab to prevent possible unauthor- ized truck operation. Dismount truck properly. 3. Haul roads are not safe parking areas. In an emer- gency, pick the safest spot most visible to other machines in the area. If the truck becomes dis- abled where traffic is heavy, mark the truck with warning flags in daylight or with flares at night.