Safety
Safety, Operation and Maintenance Manual
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SRT45 Off-Highway Truck
2.3.1.3 Seat belt
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The operator may get seriously injured or
killed when the machine tips over. Before
operating the machine, check carefully
your seat belt, the buckles and the anchor
point. Replace the seat belt if damage or
excessive wear is observed. When the
machine is being operated, keep your
seat belt buckled up.
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The seat belt must be replaced every
three years regardless of its condition.
2.3.1.4 Before starting the engine
Before starting your daily work, the
following items must be observed before
starting the engine.
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Clean the windows to ensure a good
visibility.
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Clean the head lamps and work lamps,
and check if they are in good condition.
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Check coolant level, fuel level and engine
oil level.
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Check for blocked air filter and damaged
electrical wires.
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Check that there is no mud or dust
accumulated around the movable parts of
the accelerator pedal or brake pedal, and
check that the pedals work properly.
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Adjust the operator’s seat so that it is
easy to see to the front, and check that
there is no damage or wear to the seatbelt
or seatbelt mounts.
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Check that the instruments and gauges
are working properly, that the gear shift
lever is at the Neutral position, and that
the dump control lever is at the FLOAT
position.
Fig. 2.3-4
Danger
Fig. 2.3-3