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Visual Inspection
Before starting the vehicle, the operator MUST perform a visual inspection of the truck. Ensure the
engine is not running and the parking brake is set.
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As part of the visual inspection, you must:
 Ensure the cleanliness of lamps, safety labels, camera lenses, mirrors, windows, and the vehicle in
general.
 Ensure that safety equipment is available on board (i.e. fire extinguisher, first-aid kit).
 Ensure there is no structural damage.
 Ensure that body mounts to chassis are tight and that there are no cracks on it or on the structure
around it.
 Ensure that there is no unusual wear, distortion, cracking, leaning, leaking on the vehicle.
 Ensure that the hydraulic oil level (sight gauge on tank) is as recommended (cylinders must be
collapsed).
 Ensure that the hydraulic cylinders do not leak and that the mounting pins are secure.
 Ensure the hydraulic tank shut-off valve is fully open.
 Ensure there is no mechanical problem: structure, rollers, hinges, door locks, wear items, etc.
Report any defective system to the maintenance personnel.
 Ensure there are no leaks, cracks or other types of problems on the frame area, fuel tank, hydraulic
tank, air tanks (air tanks must be drained every day), cleaning traps and wheels.
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 Ensure the tailgate is fully closed and BOTH tailgate safety pins are in place.
Once the visual inspection is over, you must start the engine to check if the systems are working
properly.
Starting the Vehicle
To start the A
1. Before starting the engine, check the following items:
Transmission shifter is in neutral.
1 a.
Parking brake is on (see Parking Brake on page 85).
1 b.
Hydraulic system is off (see P
1 c.
2.
Start the vehicle as stated in the chassis manufacturer's manual.
3.
Switch ON the pump to engage the hydraulic system (see Figure 3-32).
Before switching ON the pump, the air pressure must have reached a minimum of 70 psi (see
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Part # 200277 (rev.00.10.2024)
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