operation in Dusty or Sandy Area

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a. Insure that radiator filler cap seals properly.

b. Keep all wiring and ignition terminals free of

The boiling point of the coolant is raised as the

corrosion.

system pressure is increased.

c. Keep forklift as clean as possible.

b. Check coolant level frequently and add coolant

d. After operation is complete, wash with fresh

as necessary. Use standard ethylene glycol mixture

water. Lubricate in accordance with figure

as specified in table 2-1.

3-1. Check all gear cases for water contamination.

c. Remove all obstructions and foreign material

If contamination is found, (evidenced by a milky

collected on radiator fins and air passages.

color of lubricant) drain, flush, and refill.

d. Do not overfill fuel tank. Make sure fuel filters

are clean.

2-11. Operation Under Rainy or Humid Conditions

WARNING

a. Keep fuel tank full at all times.

If NBC exposure is suspected, all air filter

b. Wash forklift truck after operation.

media should be handled by personnel

wearing protective equipment. Consult

2-12. Operation at High Altitude

your unit NBC Officer or NBC NCO for

a. Check coolant level frequently and add coolant

appropriate handling or disposal procedures.

as necessary.

NOTE

e. Have air cleaner cleaned and serviced.

The engine will operate less efficiently at

2-9. operation in Dusty or Sandy Area

high altitudes.

b. Observe engine instruments while operating

a. Clean all grease fittings after operation.

for any indication of trouble.

b. Lubricate in accordance with figure 3-1.

c. Check oil filter and engine oil frequently.

2-13. Operation in Snow

d. Have air cleaner serviced often.

a. Keep fuel tank full at all times. Keep snow

e. Have fuel filters cleaned and serviced.

away from filler where servicing fuel tank.

2-10. Operation in Salt Water Area

b. Clean all snow from operating controls and

from steps.

a. Keep all lubrication points clean and well

lubricated.

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