TM 5-3805-248-10
OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS - CONTINUED
0005 00
OPERATE MACHINE - CONTINUED
2.
Operate Machine - Sequence Checklist.
a.
b.
Start engine.
c.
Perform engine warmup.
d.
Turn on appropriate machine lights.
e.
Fully raise bowl.
f.
Depress service brake pedal to prevent machine movement.
g.
Release parking brake.
h.
Unlock shift lever lock.
i.
Move transmission shift lever to desired direction and appropriate gear speed.
j.
Release service brakes.
k.
Depress accelerator pedal to achieve desired engine speed.
l.
Check instrument panel gages and indicator lights frequently during operation.
STOPPING/PARKING MACHINE
CAUTION
Prolonged idling may cause wet stacking or sludge buildup in the engine.
NOTE
Refer to WP 0004 00 for the location and operation of controls.
1.
Apply service brakes to stop machine. Select a level surface if possible.
2.
Move transmission shift lever to N (Neutral).
3.
Lock shift lever lock.
4.
Apply parking brake.
5.
Lower bowl to the ground. Apply slight downward pressure to bowl.
6.
Block wheels securely.
ENGINE SHUTDOWN
CAUTION
Stopping engine immediately after it has been operating under a load can result in overheating and accelerated
wear of engine components.
The following shutdown procedures allow engine to cool. This will prevent excessive temperatures in turbo-
charger center housing. Failure to shut down engine properly may cause premature engine failure.
1.
Run engine at low idle for five minutes.
2.
Turn off machine lights and accessories.
3.
Pull accelerator pedal toe toward operator seat to shutdown engine.
0005 00-7