685B MOTOR GRADER
FM-4
685B MOTOR GRADER
PRE-START INSPECTION
INSPECT machine. Have any malfunctioning,
broken or missing parts repaired or replaced before
using the grader.
CHECK hydraulic hoses daily for wear and leaks.
Replace if damaged.
CHECK that all the instruction and safety labels are
in place and readable. These are as important as
any other equipment on the machine.
READ and FOLLOW all instruction decals.
WEAR OSHA required safety equipment when
running the motor grader.
CHECK engine, transmission, and hydraulic oil
levels. Fill to the correct level as necessary.
FILL the fuel tank with the engine off. NEVER fill
fuel tank near an open flame or when smoking.
CHECK for frayed or worn electrical wires and
loose or corroded connections.
CHECK tires for wear, cuts, and damage. CHECK
air pressure. INSPECT wheels for loose, damaged,
or missing hardware.
CHECK the parking brake to make sure it is
operating properly.
CHECK pedals and levers for freedom of
movement. MAKE SURE operator's compartment
is free of debris.
CHECK steps and supports for damage. Repair as
necessary.
CHECK protective devices, cab, ROPS, canopy,
shields and seat belt for wear or damage. MAKE
SURE all protective devices operate correctly.
OPERATING SAFETY
WEAR OSHA required safety equipment when
running the motor grader.
ALWAYS be seated with seat belt on when
operating equipment.
ALWAYS make sure no person or object is in your
line of travel BEFORE starting.
WORK slowly in tight areas.
DO NOT run engine in a closed building for long
periods of time.
AVOID steep hills and sharp turns if possible.
REDUCE speed before turning or swinging loads.
ALWAYS look BEFORE changing your direction of
travel.
DO NOT leave the engine running without operator
present.
NEVER shift the low to high lever on any incline.
ALWAYS lower moldboard, scarifier, bucket, and
front blade when leaving the machine unattended.
DO NOT start engine by shorting across starter
terminals. Machine will start in gear if normal
circuitry is bypassed.
NEVER start engine while standing on the ground.
Start engine only from operator's seat, with traction
foot pedal in neutral.
STOPPING SAFETY
ALWAYS park the grader on solid, level ground. If
this is not possible, always park the grader at a
right angle to the slope.
ALWAYS return traction foot pedal to neutral
position and lock it in neutral with the traction foot
pedal lock lever.
ALWAYS lower moldboard, scarifier, bucket, and
front blade when leaving the machine unattended.
ALWAYS engage parking brake.
USE proper flags, barriers and warning devices,
especially when parking in areas of traffic.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
NEVER work on the grader with the engine
running.
NEVER fill the fuel tank with the engine running.
DO NOT change the engine governor settings.
ALWAYS replace damaged or lost decals.
DISCONNECT battery cables when working on the
electrical system or when welding on the unit.
MAKE SURE safety stop cable is attached when
pulling the battery tray out to disconnect cables.
IF battery needs a charge, be sure battery charger
is off when making connections.
BE SURE the correct battery polarity is observed
[negative (-) to negative (-) and positive (+) to
positive (+)], when connecting a battery charger or
jumper cable.
DO NOT use hands to find hydraulic leaks. Highpressure fluid can penetrate the skin, causing
severe injury.
DO NOT service or repair the grader blades,
scarifier, or moldboard in a raised position unless
supported by approved jacks and jack stands.
CHECK parking brake to assure it is operating
correctly.