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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Front brake
• Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
• Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
5-2–5-3,
8-28–8-32
Rear brake
• Check operation, condition and free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
5-2–5-3,
8-29,8-32–8-35
Fuel
• Check fuel level.
• Fill with fuel if necessary.
5-4–5-5
Engine oil
• Check oil level.
• Fill with oil if necessary.
5-6, 8-7–8-12
Final gear oil/
differential gear oil
• Check for leakage.
5-6–5-7,
8-12–8-16
Throttle
• Check for proper throttle cable operation and free play. 5-7, 8-27–8-28
Wheels and tires
• Check tire pressure, wear and damage.
5-8–5-11,
8-38–8-39
Fittings and fasteners
• Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-7
Lights and switches
• Check for proper operation.
5-7, 8-35–8-36,
8-43–8-47
Axle boots
• Check for damage. 8-17
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