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PARK RIGID DUMP TRUCK SAFELY
• Fill the fuel tank to minimize water condensation in the
tank.
• Park rigid dump truck on a level surface.
• Lower the body to the frame.
• Move the shift selector to the N neutral position.
• Apply the parking brake and release the service brakes
to insure that the parking brake is holding the rigid dump
truck.
• Let the engine run at low idle for three to five minutes for
cool down.
• Make sure the body hoist control lever is in the Float
position.
• Check that all switches and controls are in the OFF
position.
• Turn the Key Switch to the OFF position.
• Turn the Battery Disconnect Switch to the OFF position.
• Place wheel chocks both ahead and behind tires of axle.
Chocks must contact tire tread surface when installed
correctly.
NOTE: Running out of fuel with the engine running,
especially under load, is very detrimental to engine
life and requires a time consuming restart
procedure.
• Perform a walk around inspection and fill out the required
Preventative Maintenance form or other required operator
report forms. Be sure to report any adjustments of service
required to those responsible for maintenance.
• When leaving the rigid dump truck unattended, remove
the key. Lock the doors and any vandalism guards to
prevent theft or damage.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE / Safety
SA-16
EL20378
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