Operator`s manual

OPERATION
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Brakes
앫 Condition of brake drums. With brakes released, look for a
noticeable gap between lining and drum. (This check cannot be
made if dust covers are in place.)
앫 Condition of brake hoses: check for any chafing.
앫 Check brake chamber mounting bolts and brackets.
앫 Check slack adjusters and chamber push rod travel. With brakes
applied or released, look for conspicuously different positions of
the slack adjusters.
앫 Check spring brakes.
Step 12: Rear of Trailer Area
Lights and Reflectors
앫 Rear clearance, identification and tail lights clean, operating and
proper color.
앫 Reflectors clean and proper color.
Cargo Securement
앫 Cargo properly blocked, braced, tied, chained, etc.
앫 Tailboard up and properly secured. End gates free from damage,
properly secured in stake pockets.
앫 Canvas or tarp (if required) properly latched down to prevent
water damage, tearing, billowing or blockage of either mirrors or
tail lights.
앫 Rear doors securely closed, latched or locked; required security
seals in place.
앫 Underside guard in place: not cracked, bent or broken.
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