Gauges and Lights
(See Figure 10)
Start the engine. Check that the gauges and lights
operate as described in Table 1. Check the horn.
Powershift Transmission
Shift the transmission from FORWARD to REVERSE
several times. The Monotrol pedal or direction con-
trol lever should work smoothly.
Brakes (Items 13 and 14)
A. Depress the brake pedal completely. The brakes
should be applied before the pedal reaches the
floorplate. The brake pedal should stop firmly and
not creep down when held. The brakes should apply
equally.
FIGURE 10. GAUGES AND WARNING LIGHTS
WARNING
Loss of fluid from the master cylinder
indicates leakage. Repair before using.
Keep the brake fluid clean. Replace all
fluid in the system if there is dirt, water
or oil in the system.
B. Check the operation of the parking brake. A firm
pull should be necessary to apply and hold the lever.
Park the lift truck on a grade and apply the parking
brake. The parking brake should hold a loaded lift
truck on a 15% grade. To adjust the parking brake,
turn the knob on the end of the lever. When the lever
is released, the brake shoes should not drag. Apply-
ing the parking brake allows the engine to be started
and puts the powershift transmission in NEUTRAL.
Steering System
The steering system components should operate
smoothly when the steering wheel is turned.
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