Section IV. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS

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Section IV. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS

2-6. INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS, DAILY CHECKS, AND SELF-CHECKS

WARNING

Before starting engine and operating vehicle, be thoroughly familiar with information in this

manual. Review all WARNINGS and safety precautions. Failure to do so could result in

personal injury.

Clear all personnel from area around vehicle. Do not allow unauthorized personnel on

vehicle. Failure to do so could result in personnel injury.

Do not turn on incline. Always back down ramps or inclines when possible with backhoe

in unstowed center position. Driving forward with load, down ramp or down incline, will

reduce vehicle stability and cause possible injury to personnel.

a. Lubricate. Refer to page 2-70.1.

b. Perform Before (B) PMCS. Refer to paragraph 2-5.

Adjust Driver's Seat.

(1)

Forward and Backward Adjustment. Push down on lever (1) and slide seat forward or backward as

desired. Do not adjust seat while vehicle is in motion.

(2)

Tilt of Seat Cushion. Unlatch strap (2) under front seat cushion and place in alternate notch (3) as

desired.

(3)

Tilt of Backrest. Turn knob (4) counterclockwise and pull knob forward or backward as desired.

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