UniCarriers FD160-2 Operation & Maintenance Manual page 111

30 EXHAUST GAS CONDITION
CAUTION
• Exhaust fumes are very dangerous. When starting the lift
truck in an enclosed space, make sure there is enough
ventilation. The exhaust gas check should be done
outdoors.
• Especially use caution to avoid fire hazards. Pay special
attention to signs of oil or fuel leaks, and never leave waste
cloth or paper inside the engine room. Make sure you know
where the fire extinguishers are kept and how to use them.
Check the condition of exhaust gas after the engine has been
warmed up.
Colorless or light blue: Normal (Complete combustion)
Black: .................. Abnormal (Incomplete combustion)
White: ................. Abnormal (Oil burns)
Check also the engine for abnormal noise or vibration.
Run the truck at a low speed (at an out-of-traffic area)
31 BRAKE TEST
Run the truck slowly and press the brake pedal to check if the
truck is braked properly without being pulled to one side.
Make sure the brake lamps come on when the brake pedal is
pressed.
32 STEERING TEST
Run the truck at a low speed and turn the steering wheel a little to
the right and left to check if the truck is steered properly.
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PREOPERATIONAL CHECKS
33 PARKING BRAKE TEST
Park the truck on a slope of less than 10% by pressing the service
brake. Turn on the parking brake switch to make certain the truck
can keep the stopping position. Do not turn on the parking brake
switch during traveling.
34 BACK-UP LIGHT AND ALARM TEST
Check that the back-up lamp comes on and alarm sounds when
the shift lever is shifted into reverse.
The preoperational inspection is over (Shut off the engine)
35 DRAIN BRAKE AIR TANK (after the day's work or
shift)
DRAIN LEVER
After finishing the day's work or shift, pull the brake air tank lever
at the left-side bottom of the frame to drain off air from the tank.
Make sure there is not a lot of water drained or the water does not
contain lubricating oil, except on especially humid days.
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