OM3054 03/13 Operating Instructions - Section 30 Page 30-15 SAFE PARKING PROCEDURES The operator must continue to use safety precau- tions when parking and turning the engine off. TURNING OFF THE ENGINE Follow the sequence below at the end of machine use. Any questionable truck performance must be checked by maintenance before the truck is used for another shift. 1. Stop the truck, and reduce engine rpm to low idle. Place the transmission shift lever in NEU- TRAL, and apply the parking brake. Refer to the guidelines in Safe Parking Procedures for proper instructions when parking the truck. 1. Park the truck on level ground when possible, and away from other vehicles.
If parking on a grade, position the truck perpendicular to the grade. 2. Allow the engine to cool gradually by operating at low idle for three to five minutes. 3. Turn the key switch to the OFF position to stop the engine. Haul roads are not safe parking areas. In an emergency, choose the safest spot most visible to other machines in the area. 4. Close and lock all windows. Remove the key from the key switch and lock the cab to prevent possible unauthorized truck operation. 2. Apply the parking brake. Verify that the parking brake is operating properly and is capable of holding the truck stationary. 5. Dismount the truck properly. Use the parking brake when parking the truck.
Verify the parking brake is capable of holding the truck stationary before stopping the engine. DO NOT use the brake lock to secure the truck when parking. The brake lock will release when hydraulic pressure dissipates after the engine is turned off. This may result in truck movement, damage to surrounding objects, and serious injury to personnel in the area. 3. Install wheel chocks. 4. If the truck is disabled and near operating trucks, mark the truck with warning flags in day- light, or with flares at night.