operators_manual

NOTE
On certain vehicles equipped
with LED technology, taillamps
may emit a faint glow when the
door is open and the dome
lamp is illuminated.
• Window and Mirrors - clean and
adjusted?
• Tires, Wheels and hubs Tires on
page 261 Wheels on page 264
• Suspension Components - check
for loose or missing fasteners.
Check damage to springs or other
suspension parts such as cracks,
gouges, distortions, bulges or
chafing.
• Brake Lines and Hoses - check
lines, linkages, chambers, parking
and service brake operation.
• Air System - What is the Air
System? on page 207
• Steps and Grab Handles
• Frame Mounted Tanks (Fuel,
Diesel Exhaust Fluid, etc) - check
underneath the vehicle for signs of
fluid leaks. If any are found, correct
before operating the vehicle. Is the
tank fill cap secure? Are the tank
straps tight? Is the strap webbing in
place?
• Trailer Connections - are they
secure and the lines clear? If they
are not being used, are they stored
properly? Is the trailer spare wheel
secure and inflated? Is the landing
gear up and the handle secured?
• Fifth Wheel - Is the kingpin or the
sliding fifth wheel locked?
Cab Interior
• Seat - adjust the seat for easy
reach of controls and visibility.
• Seat Belts - fasten and adjust
safety restraint belts (which may
include restraints in the sleeper).
• Steering Column - adjust for easy
reach and visibility.
• Mirrors - check and readjust
mirrors if necessary.
• Lights - turn ignition key to the ON
position and check for warning
lights and buzzer. Check operation
of turn signals and emergency
lights.
• Instruments - check all instruments.
• Windshield - check operation of
windshield wipers and washers.
• Horn - check operation of horn.
• Fuel - check fuel. Is there enough
fuel?
• Diesel Exhaust Fluid - check level.
Is there enough fluid?
• Air conditioning filters in the cab
and/or Sleeper - check the
condition of the sleeper air
conditioning air filter. Keep the
sleeper floor area behind the
passenger front seat clear of debris
and pet hair. The sleeper air
conditioner draws air from this area
and excessive dirt or pet hair may
shorten the service life of the
sleeper air conditioning air filter.
SAFETY - Daily Checks
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