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©2019 JBT LEKTRO, INC. All rights reserved.
October 2019
LEKTRO AP88/89 SERIES - OPERATION MANUAL
6.1
BEFORE DRIVING
Driving the LEKTRO 88/89 Series tractor is similar to driving a forklift, in that the steering wheel
controls the rear wheels rather than the front wheels. This allows the operator to more
accurately control the positioning of aircraft; however, additional caution must be exercised
when driving the vehicle forward, especially at high speeds.
Note
All of the instructions in this manual use the orientation described in
6.1.1
DRIVING DIRECTION
The tractor is usually driven in the following directions when moving over longer distances:
•
While towing an aircraft:
Reverse.
•
While not towing an aircraft:
Forward, unless the tractor is equipped with dual Operator
Stations. If so equipped, the tractor may be driven either forward or in reverse.
6.1.2
TRACTOR STARTUP
To start the tractor at the beginning of each shift or operational period:
1. Perform a Pre-Use Safety Inspection and complete an
Operator Pre-Use Safety Checklist
Fform, as described in
"OPERATOR PRE-USE SAFETY CHECKLIST” on page
.
2. Perform a walk-around inspection to ensure that the vehicle is free to move without causing
damage, and that all objects on the vehicle are secured.
3. Lift the Control Console as described in
access to the Operator Seat.
4. Sit in the Seat.
5. Lower and adjust the Control Console as required for operator safety and comfort, and then
lock the assembly into place.
6. Adjust the seat for personal safety comfort, as described in
, making sure that you can easily reach and operate all driving controls.
7. If the tractor is equipped with two Operator Stations, then repeat Steps 3-6 for the second
Operator Station.
8. Dismount the tractor, and then remove the wheel chock(s).
9. Sit in the seat, and then fasten the seat belt low and snug across your hips, if equipped.
AUTHORED BY ANTHONY HERNANDEZ - (415)786-2081 - [email protected]
