3. Routine Inspection before Every Shift
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Note:
Inappropriate tire pressure will reduce service life of tires, increase rolling resistance,
which leads to greater fuel consumption, and may reduce driving comfort.
9. If you detect any faults or non-compliance, refer to
Troubleshooting
chapter. Otherwise,
continue the routine inspection and go to the next routine procedure.
3. Checking cab and rear view mirrors
This routine procedure verifies that the cab, step, and doors are in good condition, and that the rear view
mirrors are positioned properly.
To check the cab and rear view mirrors:
1. Inspect the step and ensure that it is secured and not damaged.
2. Ensure that the cab and step are free of dirt, spills, mud, snow, and other substances that may
cause slipping.
3. Ensure that the doors close properly.
4. Ensure that the rear view mirrors allow you to clearly see the road to the rear of the tractor and the
working area on both, right and left, sides of the tractor. Adjust the mirrors if needed.
5. If you detect any faults or non-compliance, refer to
Troubleshooting
chapter. Otherwise, continue
the routine inspection and go to the next routine procedure.
4. Checking lights
This routine procedure verifies that all tractor lights function properly.
Before checking the lights:
1. Ensure that the ignition key is on, but the engine is off.
To check the lights:
Caution:
Non-functioning lights may lead to a potentially hazardous situation.
Note:
The light switch has three sequential settings: off, position 1, and position 2.
1. Check the rear and top indicator lights.
a. Set the light switch into position 1.
b. Ensure that the light indicator in the instrument panel lights up.
c. Ensure that the top indicator lights are turned on.
d. Ensure that the rear indicator lights are turned on.