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front and rear. Inspect condition of tires for wear, deterioration, cuts, and damage. Replace worn, damaged or deteriorated tires before operating machine, using only tires of original size, type and construction. 2.1.4. Check Accelerator Pedal. With engine off, depress pedal fully. The pedal must move freely, and immediately return to original position when released. 2.1.5. Check Engine oil and Transmission fluid. Raise empty cargo bed and carefully secure with prop rod. Add oil as needed to bring engine to FULL mark on dipstick. See Figure 2.1. Refer to Engine Owner’s manual for engine oil specifications. Add fluid as needed to bring transmission to FULL mark on dipstick. See Figure 2.1. Use MOBILFLUID 424 or equivalent. IMPORTANT! Do Not overfill. Always fully thread dip stick when checking transmission fluid levels. ENGINE OIL FILL TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK/FILL ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK FIGURE 2.1 2.1.6. Add Fuel to tank. (Refer to Engine Owner’s manual for fuel specifications.) Make sure fuel filler cap is tight after fueling. IMPORTANT NOTE: Always fuel machine out of doors, where fumes can safely dissipate. Do not smoke while fueling. 2.1.7. Check Steering for excessive play. Do not operate machine if steering is loose or sloppy. 2.1.8. Check Headlights. Both headlights should be functional before operating machine. Headlight lenses and rear reflectors must be clean. (NOTE: Ignition must be set to ‘Run’ position for headlights to function.) 2.1.9. Check Engine and surrounding areas for buildup of dirt, debris, oil, grease, etc. IMPORTANT! ENGINE AND SURROUNDING AREAS MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. Debris buildup can cause engine overheating, severe damage, and fire. 2.1.10. Adjust Operator’s Seat. With engine stopped, and park brake set, loosen two seat adjusting knobs and move seat to desired position. Re-tighten both knobs securely. See Figure 2.2. SEAT ADJUSTING KNOBS FIGURE 2.2 2.1.11. Check Seat Belts. Mounting hardware must be tight. Buckle must latch securely. Webbing must not display signs of deterioration, wear, or damage. 2.1.12. Check Operator Protective Structure (OPS). Check OPS for structural soundness (i.e. cracks, damage, etc.) All OPS mounting hardware must be tight. DO NOT operate a machine that has had the OPS removed, damaged, or modified in any way. 13 SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1.13. Check Cargo Bed. Cargo bed must be lowered and securely latched. Tailgate should be closed and latched. Tailgate support cables must be installed and secured. 2.1.14. Check Safety Interlocks for proper function: 1. Engine must not crank unless Transmission is in Neutral and Brake is fully depressed. 2. Engine must begin to die if operator leaves seat without setting parking brake and shifting Transmission into Neutral. 3 *. Engine must begin to die if Powerlink™ Generator speed control is engaged without setting parking brake and shifting Transmission into Neutral. (* Equipped models only) DO NOT operate machine unless all safety interlocks are functioning properly. 2.1.15. Check Parking Brake. Parking Brake must hold when engaged. Refer to Section 2.2.2 – Controls – Function and Operation, Park Brake. DO NOT operate machine if brake is not adjusted and functioning properly; refer to Section 4.2 – “Adjustment and Repairs, Service Brake and Park Brake Adjustment”. 2.2 CONTROLS – FUNCTION AND OPERATION 2.2.1. Service Brake. Depress Brake Pedal to slow or stop machine. Apply a steady firm force to the pedal. Avoid sudden stops. Always release Accelerator Pedal before applying brake. Allow extra stopping distance when traveling down slopes, carrying loads or towing. Apply brake when traveling down slopes to maintain safe speed. To avoid skidding and loss of control, do not operate machine on loose or slippery surfaces or where traction is doubtful. 2.2.2. Park Brake. To engage or set the park brake: 1) Pull park brake knob up and hold. See Figure 2.3. 2) Depress Brake Pedal firmly. There will be a clicking sound as the pedal is depressed indicating that the brake has engaged the lock mechanism. Two clicks should be sufficient to hold the machine. To disengage or release the park brake: 1) Depress brake pedal firmly while pushing park brake knob down. See Figure 2.3. 2) Release pedal. WARNING DO NOT park machine on slopes. DO NOT leave machine with engine running. Stop machine. Stop engine. Set park brake. Shift transmission to neutral and remove key before leaving the machine for any reason. PARK BRAKE KNOB (PULL TO ENGAGE, PUSH TO DISENGAGE) FIGURE 2.3 2.2.3. Transmission Shift Lever. The shift lever has three positions. It controls the direction of travel only (not speed). Move the shift lever to the front slot for forward (F). Move the shift lever to the back slot for reverse (R). Place the shift lever in the center slot for neutral (N). See Figure 2.4. The shift lever must be placed in neutral (and the brake pedal fully depressed) for the engine to crank and start. The machine must be at a complete stop...
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