3. Precautions before starting the engine

3.1. Safety at the worksite

• Before starting the engine, make sure that the bonnet is closed and throughly check the area for any unusual conditions that could be potentially dangerous. • Before starting the engine, examine the terrain and soil conditions of worksite. Determine the best and safest method of operation.

3.2. Fire prevention

• Throughly remove wood chips, leaves, paper and other flammable material accumulated in the engine compartment, or other places on the dump truck. THEY COULD CAUSE FIRE!.

• Marshland, when dry, is highly flammable. Marshland can selfignite even in low temperatures.

Always keep the engine and engine compartment clean! • Check fuel, lubrication and hydraulic system for leaks.

Have any leaks repaired. Clean up any excess oil, fuel or other flammable fluids. (Check points - see daily maintenance "Walk around check") • Be sure that the fire extinguisher is present and working.

The fire extinguisher shall be located on left hand side in the cab.

3.3. In operator's cab

• Do not leave tools or spare parts laying around in the operator's cab. They may damage or break the control levers or switches. They could also hit the operator and cause serious injury. Always keep the tools in the tool box (in right hand side fender). • Keep the cab floor, controls, steps and handrails free of oil, grease, ice, snow and dirt.

3.4. Ventilation for enclosed areas

If it is necessary to start the engine within an enclosed area, provide adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes from the engine can KILL.