Operator`s manual

OPERATION
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PRE-TRIP INSPECTION AND DAILY MAINTENANCE
Before working on or inspecting a vehicle, set the
parking brakes, place the transmission in neutral
and block the wheels. Failure to do so can result in
unexpected vehicle movement and can cause
serious personal injury or death.
Safety is the most important and obvious reason for doing a pre-trip
inspection. Federal and state laws require inspection performed by the
driver. Federal and state inspectors also inspect commercial vehicles.
An unsafe vehicle can be placed “out of service” until the driver or
owner corrects the deficiency. Owners and operators should familiarize
themselves with sections 49 CFR 396.11 and 396.13 concerning
Federal requirements for vehicle inspection. Certain other laws may
also apply.
Section 49 CFR 396.13 states that all motor carrier drivers must
complete a written report at the end of each work day for each vehicle
operated, covering most of what is covered in the pre-trip list. The
report should list all defects or deficiencies discovered by the driver. A
pre-trip inspection prepares for the end-of-work report.
Starting on the next page are suggested guidelines to be used in
performing truck, tractor and trailer pre-trip inspections. Depending on
the application of the vehicle being used, these guidelines should be
modified to include other necessary inspection points. For example,
steps and grab handles should be checked daily on refuse trucks
because the operator is getting in and out of the cab more frequently.
If any component or system does not pass this inspection, it must be
corrected before operating the vehicle. Whenever equipment requires
adjustment, replacement, repair or lubrication, refer to the Service
Manuals or contact an authorized Volvo Truck dealer for the correct
procedures, specifications and intervals.
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