. SAFETY SAFETY MACHINE OPERATION SAFETY MACHINE OPERATION 2 - 22 STARTING ENGINE If t here is a warning tag han ging from the work equipment con lever, do not start the engine or touch the levers . CHECKS BEFORE STARTING Carry out the following chec ks before starting the engine at th e beginning of the day's Remove all dirt from the s urface of the window glass to ens ure a good view. Remove all dirt from the s urface of the lens of the working l amps, and check that th ey light up correctly.
Check the coolant level, fu el level, and oil level in engine oil pan, check for clogging of the air cleaner, an d check for damage to the electric Adjust the operator's seat to a position where it is easy to car ry out operations, and ch eck that there is no d amage or wear to the seat belt or Check that the gauges wo rk properly, check the angle of the lights and working lamp s, and check that the control levers are all at the neutra Before starting the engine , make sure that the safety lock l ever is in the LOCK posi Adjust the mirror to a posi tion which gives a good view to th e rear from the operato When adjusting, see "Rea rview Mirrors (PAGE 3-44)".
Check that there are no p ersons or obstacles above, below , or in the area around t SAFETY RULES FOR STARTI NG ENGINE hine only while seated. Start and operate the mac Do not attempt to start the engine by short-circuiting the eng ine starting circuit. Such an act may cause a serious bodily injury or fire. sound the horn as a warning. t from the operator to ride on the machine. m (if equipped) works properly. When starting the engine, Do not allow anyone apar t from the operator to ride on the Check that the travel alar m (if equipped) works properly.