4 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Pre - start checklist
Operating and environmental conditions must be
considered and the following checked:
1.
Fill the tank with No. 1 diesel or No. 2 diesel fuel.
Use No. 1 diesel if the ambient temperature is ex-
pected to be less than
4 °C
(
40 °F
) or if the machine is
to be used at an altitude exceeding
1524 m
(
5000 ft
).
The sulfur content of the fuel should be no more than
0.5%
. The sediment and water content should not
exceed
0.5%
. Use ultra low sulfur fuel only (less than
15 ppm
).
2.
Remove all dirt and debris from the floor board area
to maintain full range of foot pedal travel and foot
throttle if equipped.
3.
Confirm that the radiator and coolers are clean of
debris and obstruction.
4.
WARNING
Hot liquid under pressure!
Service when cool.
Failure to comply could result in death or se-
rious injury.
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Check fluid levels of the engine, hydraulic reservoir
and coolant tank.
5.
Lubricate any fittings in accordance with the lubrica-
tion and maintenance schedule.
6.
Inspect the machine for loose parts, damaged com-
ponents or missing items. Keep all shields in the
proper position.
7.
Confirm that all safety signs are legible and prop-
erly placed on the correct component. Replace any
safety signs that are not legible. Contact your dealer
for replacement safety signs.
8.
Check the seat belt and seat switch for damage and
proper operation. See the maintenance section of
this manual under daily maintenance for the com-
plete procedure.
9.
Confirm that all controls operate freely and correctly.
10. Confirm that the drive control is correct and that the
machine does not creep forward or rearward. Con-
tact your dealer if the machine does not remain sta-
tionary with the drive controls in the neutral position.
11. Confirm that the parking brake holds the machine
from movement when powered or on an incline.
12.
WARNING
Falling object hazard!
Before operating the machine, always make
sure the bucket or attachment is securely
locked into the quick-attach plate. A loader
bucket or attachment that is not securely
locked into the quick-attach plate could come
off during loader operation.
Failure to comply could result in death or se-
rious injury.
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Confirm that the attachment is properly secured to
the attachment coupler .
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Summary of Contents for 200 Series
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