GENERAL INFORMATION
PRESTART INSPECTION
Every Prestart Inspection must include more than sim-
ply checking the fuel and oil levels. It is the operator’s
responsibility to inspect the machine before the start of
each workday. It is also a good practice to personally
inspect any machine you are assigned to use, even
though it has already been put into service by other
personnel.
The most efficient method of checking a machine is by
conducting a “Walk-Around Inspection.”
ENGINE BREAK-IN
Your new engine does not require extensive “break-
in.” However, for the first 100 hours of operation, keep
the following in mind: Allow the engine to idle for a
few minutes after every cold start. DO NOT idle the
engine for long periods of time. DO NOT operate the
engine at maximum power for long periods of time.
Check the oil level frequently and replenish, as neces-
sary.
A special “break-in” oil is NOT used. The oil in the
engine crankcase is the same specified for regular oil
changes. Change the oil and replace the oil filter at the
intervals specified in the SERVICE & STORAGE
chapter. DO NOT add special additives or special
“break-in” components to the crankcase.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
Before starting the engine and running the machine,
refer to the INDICATORS & CONTROLS chapter and
familiarize yourself with the various operating con-
trols, indicators and safety features.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before mounting the operator’s compartment, walk
completely around the machine to be sure NO one is
under, on, or close to it. Let others in the area know
you are going to start up and wait until everyone is
clear of the machine.
The following procedure is recommended for starting
the engine:
1. Carefully step up and grasp the hand holds to step
into the operator’s compartment.
2. Adjust the seat and fasten the seatbelt.
3. Check that all controls are in their “neutral” posi-
tions, except the parking brake lever, which should be
in the “ON” position.
4. Adjust the position of the steering wheel tilt, if
available on your machine, to provide comfortable
handling.
5. Turn the keyswitch to “ON” position and depress
the start button. If the button is released before the
engine starts, turn the keyswitch to “OFF” position,
allowing the starter to stop before attempting to start
again.
CAUTION
BEFORE starting the engine and operating the
Telescopic Forklift, review and comply with
ALL safety recommendations set forth in the
SAFETY chapter of this manual. Know how to
STOP the machine before starting it. Also, BE
SURE to fasten and properly adjust the seat
belt.
WARNING
ALWAYS fasten your seatbelt BEFORE start-
ing the engine. Leave the parking brake
“engaged” until the engine is running and you
are ready to operate the machine.
Chapter 6
OPERATION & ADJUSTMENTS
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