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OPERATION
Pre-Ride Inspection
Use the following checklist to verify that your vehicle is in proper
working condition before each use.
Item/Inspection Procedure
1. Tires - check condition and pressures.
2. Fuel and oil tanks - fill both tanks to their proper levels.
3. All brakes - check operation, adjustment and fluid level (includes
auxiliary brake).
4. Throttle - check for free operation and closing.
5. Headlight/Taillight/Brakelight - check operation of all indicator
lights and switches.
6. Engine stop switch - check for proper function.
7. Wheels - check for tightness of wheel nuts and axle nuts; check
that axle nuts are secured by cotter pins.
8. Drive chain - check condition and slack; refer to drive chain
adjustment procedure.
9. Air cleaner element - check for dirt; clean or replace.
10. Steering - check for free operation, noting any unusual looseness in
any area.
11. Loose parts - visually inspect vehicle for any damaged components
or loose nuts, bolts or fasteners.
12. Riding gear - wear a helmet, goggles and protective clothing.
13. Engine coolant - check for proper level at the recovery bottle.
14. Dump bed latch - check condition and operation of the mechanism.
If a proper inspection is not performed before each use of the
vehicle, severe injury or death could result. Inspect the vehicle
before each use to ensure it’s in proper working condition.
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