SWX ”B” Series Operator's Manual - Shuttlewagon mobile railcar ...

Pre-Start
IV. Pre-Start
Pre-start inspections give you, the operator, a chance to catch safety
hazards before you begin operation. Before you begin, you should be
comfortable with the controls, indicators, features and the Shuttlewagon ®
itself in general.
This section will cover a recommended daily check list and pre-start tips. It
is important to check everything.
Pre-Start Walk Around
The best way to learn about your Shuttlewaqgon ® is to check the systems
daily.
Checking the fluids daily is important to the life of the Shuttlewagon ® .
Running it without hydraulic fluid, coolant, transmission fluid, etc. will cause
it harm.
Check the following items with unit not running.
Exterior Check
•When checking the fluid levels, start in the engine compartment
with the engine oil dipstick. If needed, replenish with SAE 15/40
motor oil.
•Check the rear rail air compressor by the dipstick. If needed replenish
with SAE 30 weight non-detergent oil.
•While checking items in the engine compartment, be sure to check
drive belts, radiator hoses, cables and linkages. Look for loose
fittings or leaks that might have developed.
•Check the following items with engine running, parking brake set,
and transmission in neutral.
•Start the unit and let run for three to five minutes. Check the transmission
oil level in the engine comparment by the dipstick. The oil
level should be at the “Full” mark. If low, replenish with Dextron 2 or
Dextron 3 automatic transmission fluid.
•Check the engine air cleaner indicator. Is the air filter indicator
green? If the indicator is red, replace the air filter and reset the
indicator.
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