Operator's Manual
First Edition • First Printing
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Part No. 216062
Check the Hydraulic Oil Level
Maintaining the hydraulic oil at the proper level is
essential to machine operation. Improper hydraulic
oil levels can damage hydraulic components. Daily
checks allow the inspector to identify changes in oil
level that might indicate the presence of hydraulic
system problems.
1 Be sure that the platform and outriggers are in
the stowed position, the hydraulic oil is cool,
then visually inspect the sight gauge located on
the side of the hydraulic tank. The oil level
should be approximately 2/3 full on sight gauge.
Hydraulic oil specifications
Hydraulic oil type Texaco Mercon Dextron 3 equivalent
Check the Brakes
On a regular basis, have the brakes on both the tow
vehicle and trailer inspected according the
manufacturers recommendations. Be sure that
necessary adjustments are made and any damaged
or worn parts are replaced.
Check the Hitch and Coupler
Check the nuts, bolts, and other fasteners to
ensure that the hitch remains secured to the tow
vehicle and the coupler remains secured to the
trailer.
Check the Trailer Wiring
Make sure connector-plug prongs and receptacles,
lightbulb sockets, wire splices, and ground
connections are clean and shielded from moisture.
Lightly coat all electrical terminal connections with
nonconducting (dielectric), light waterproof grease.
Clean the prongs with very fine sandpaper, being
careful not to damage the contact area.
Clean the surface deposits in the connector holes.
(Make sure the lights are off to prevent blowing a
fuse.) Try to clean off only the deposits and
lubricate lightly with dielectric, light waterproof
grease.
Check the Breakaway Brake
System
Check that the battery for the breakaway brake
system has a full charge before towing.
Maintenance