TM 5-3805-263-14&P-1Before Starting the EngineWalk-Around Inspection For your own safety andmaximum service life of the machine, make a thoroughwalk-around inspection before mounting the machine orstarting the engineLook under and around the machine for such items asloose or missing bolts, trash buildup, oil, fuel or coolantleaks, condition and inflation of tires and condition ofcutting edges.1.Inspect tires for cuts, gouges and proper inflationpressure See "Tire Inflation Information."2.Inspect circle drive for leaks. Stop any leaks.3.Inspect blade and end bits for wear, damage,loose or missing parts. Make repairs as necessary.4.Inspect blade linkage for damage, loose ormissing bolts. Make repairs as necessary.5.Inspect cooling system for leaks, worn hosesand trash buildup Stop any leaks, replace worn hosesand remove all trash.6.Inspect condition and cleanliness of steps andhandholds. Repair or clean steps and handholds ifnecessary.7.Inspect operator’s compartment for cleanliness,loose items or broken gauges. Clean operator’scompartment as necessary.30
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