Figure 2-5. Instrument cluster

TM 55-1740-200-14

CHOKE

IGNITION STARTER SWITCH

WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH

TEMPERATURE GAGE

FUEL GAGE

OIL PRESSURE GAGE

FLOODLIGHT SWITCH

HEADLIGHT SWITCH

HEATER SWITCH

10.

11.

SPEEDOMETER

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Figure 2-5. Instrument cluster

2-34. OIL PRESSURE GAGE. The oil pressure gage (6)

b. Check radiator for proper coolant level and remove

any outside radiator obstructions.

indicates engine oil pressure. During normal driving

operations, the gage should register 30 to 55 pound

c. Conduct visual checks for water and oil leaks.

pressure.

d. Check for proper engine oil and hydraulic oil levels.

2-35. AMMETER. The ammeter (7) indicates the rate of

battery charge or discharge. Ammeter should indicate

e. Turn ignition switch clockwise to first position and

charge or neutral during normal driving operation.

check fuel gage for sufficient fuel.

2-36. SPEEDOMETER. The speedometer (11) indicates

f. Check all lights for proper operation,

forward tractor speed. An odometer registers miles

traveled. The high beam indicator light is located at the

top of the speedometer face.

2-40. START ENGINE.

2-37. TRACTOR OPERATION.

2-38. PRESTART CHECKS.

2-41. To start the tractor engine proceed as follows:

a. Set parking brake by pulling up and back on

2-39. Before starting the tractor engine, conduct the

parking brake lever.

following checks:

b. Place transmission in neutral position.

a. Check the tires for proper inflation of 20 psi.

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