Takeuchi TL8, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
PARKING THE MACHINE
PARKING
PARKING THE MACHINE
• Park the machine on a flat, rigid and
safe ground. Set the parking brake.
If you must park on a slope or incline,
park the machine securely and block
the movement of the machine.
• When parking on a street, use barriers,
caution signs, lights, etc., so that the
machine can easily be seen even at
night to avoid collision with other
vehicles.
• Before leaving the operator’s seat, raise
the safety bar to engage the lock and
stop the engine.
• Never leave the machine with the engine
running or the lift arms raised. If the lift
arms are left in a raised position,
prevent them from falling by engaging
the lift arm stopper.
Before leaving the machine, do the
following:
1. Set the control levers to the neutral
position.
2. Return the throttle lever to idle the engine
at low speed.
3. Lower the bucket to the ground.
4. Raise the safety bar to the lock position.
5. Stop the engine and remove the key.
Refer to “Stopping the engine” on page
3-6.
INSPECTION AND CHECKS AFTER
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Check for oil or water leak and inspect the
working equipment, covers and
undercarriage. If any irregularities are
found, repair.
2. Fill up the fuel tank.
Refer to “Inspecting the fuel level” on page
5-20.
3. Remove any paper scraps or dirt from the
engine room.
4. Remove any mud from the undercarriage.
Locking
Be sure to lock the following places:
• Fuel filler cap
• Cab door
• Manual storage compartment
• Engine hood
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