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  • NOTE: All pre-use checks must be carried out in accordance with the specific instructions published in the relevant manufacturer's operating handbook

Visual Pre - start Check or "walk-around."

  • 1. Verify location of handbook and confirm machine has a current report of Thorough Examination

  • 2. General condition and cleanliness, including cab

  • 3. Evidence of any oil leaks (include hydraulic cylinders, fittings, valves and wheel hubs)

  • 4. Fork carriage, (deformed arms. back rest damage. distortion)

  • 5. Attachments. (completeness, damage. decals. rated capacity, fastenings)

  • 6. Quick hitch fittings (if applicable)

  • 7. Pin security

  • 8. Wheels (bent rims and nut security) & tyres (worn tread. cuts and damage to side walls and tread)

  • 9. Tyre pressure (check using gauge)

  • 10. Hydraulic hose and pipe condition and security

  • 11. Cab condition. ROPS/FOPS mounting

  • 12. Cab windows, including roof section, to be clean.

  • 13. Cracked/unauthorised welding

  • 14. Guards, cowlings and fasteners

  • 15. Decals/labels, including manufacturer's rating plate

  • 16. Fire extinguisher (in-date, charged?)

  • 17. Manufacturer safety bars

  • 18. Mirrors / CCTV

Physical Check of lubricants etc. (wearing gloves)

  • 19. Engine oil

  • 20. Transmission oil

  • 21. Coolant

  • 22. Batteries

  • 23. Brake fluid

  • 24. Hydraulic on

  • 25. Air finer indicator

  • 28. Fan belt deflection

  • 27. Fuel

  • 28. Visual check of all engine components

Running Cheeks

  • 29. All controls for correct function

  • 30. All gauges and instruments including horn and hour meter

  • 31. Al lightsfindicators including beacon

  • 32. Healer, defroster and wipers for correct function

  • 33. Verity seat position and seat belt function

  • 34. Any unusual noises

  • 35. Service brakes

  • 36. Verify all steering modes

  • 37. Stabilisers/outriggers/chassis tild360 rotation. (as appropriate)

  • 38. Parking brake test

  • 39. Load charts

  • 40. LLMI

  • 41. LLMC (if fitted)

  • 42 All warning devices must be operational

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