Paccar DAF CF, Driver Manual

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Warnings and safety regulations
Modifications to the vehicle
Modifications to the vehicle or the vehicle configuration may require the reprogramming
of electronic control units by an approved DAF Service dealer.
Cabin
Make sure that there are no loose objects on the floor on the driver side. Loose objects
may interfere with operating the pedals while driving, giving rise to extremely
dangerous situations.
While driving a vehicle with a manually operated gearbox, do not use the clutch pedal
as a foot rest since this may cause excessive wear of the clutch.
Parking
Observe the following when parking on a slope, slippery surface, and so on.
1. Put wheel chocks in front of and behind the wheels of the driven axle.
2. Angle the wheels so that the vehicle does not move into the traffic stream if it is
accidentally set in motion.
Safety belts
Always use the safety belt (obligatory in some countries).
Vehicles that are equipped with an airbag always have safety belts with tensioner on
both the driver seat and the co-driver seat. To guarantee proper operation of the airbag,
it is absolutely essential that the safety belts be used.
Always wear safety belts as there are systems (such as AEBS and VSC) that, in certain
situations, may initiate unexpected braking.
Safety belts only work properly when correctly tensioned. For that reason, never use a
clip or other device to reduce the safety belt tension.
First aid kit
Make sure that there is always a first aid kit in the vehicle (obligatory in some countries).
Replace first aid items as soon as possible after use or expiration date to make the kit
complete again.
Fire extinguisher
Make sure that there is always a fire extinguisher in the vehicle (obligatory in some
countries). Secure it well within the driver's reach and so it is also easily accessible for
rescue workers and others providing assistance. Have the fire extinguisher checked for
operational readiness each year. Have a used extinguisher refilled at the earliest
opportunity.
If there is a fire:
Certain plastic seals can produce gases which, together with water, form a corrosive
acid. Therefore, do not touch any fire extinguisher fluid on the vehicle without protective
gloves.
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